2026 POSTER DESIGN CONTEST

🎨 Calling All Artists & Designers!


Enter the 2026 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Graphic Design Contest!

We're looking for a bold, original design to represent the 2026 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival — one of the largest pan-Asian celebrations in the Rocky Mountain region!

Your artwork could be featured on our official posters, merchandise, and promotional materials!

🖌 Design Must Include:

  • COLORADO DRAGON BOAT

  • Dates: TBD, (please leave a space for this info)

  • Location: Sloan’s Lake Park, Denver, Colorado

  • Website: www.cdbf.org

  • Theme: Year of the Fire Horse

📁 Print Sizes: Must work in both 18"x24" and 11"x17" formats.

🎨 Two Categories:

  • Original Art

  • AI-Assisted Art (AI use must be disclosed - this includes Canva)

🏆 Designs will be judged on:

  • Creativity

  • Technical Skill

  • Visual Impact

  • Relevance to Theme

  • Communication & Clarity

SUBMIT YOUR DESIGN HERE!

ATTENTION K-12 EDUATORS!

Check out our FREE lesson plans for our design contest and incorporate it in your lesson. Great to prepare for Lunar New Year or any Graphic Design Class or Arts Class!

Click here for Free PDF: K-7th Grade Lesson Plan
Click here for Free PDF: 8-12 Grade Lesson Plan

PREVIOUS WINNERS

  • 2025 Winner: Nga Vương-Sandoval

  • 2024 Winner: Markiey Fantonial

  • 2023 Winner: Jamison Padilla

2025 Runner-Up Designs

  • Lynn Mandziuk (Lynnzos)

  • Bianna Wright

2024 Runner-Up Designs

  • Chloe Garces

  • Jamison Padilla

  • Ellie Green