Carnival 12/26
Carnival: A Timeless slice of americana
Opening Reception: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026 from 6pm-8pm
Join us in the gallery for fun and games, to mingle with artists, listen to music, check out the art and take part in art activities.
Exhibit Run: Dec. 3, 2026 - Jan. 9, 2027
Parking and admission are free to the public to view.
Call for art!
To enter, please click on the button below. All entries must be submitted online. There are no paper forms available. If you need help, please email dc4arts@downriverarts.org to set up an appointment with the DCA office and we can assist you or let you use one of the office computers.
Call for art deadline: Tuesday, December 1, 2026 by 8pm
The Downriver Council for the Arts invites artists using all mediums to submit works for Carnival, a vibrant exhibition capturing the charm, nostalgia, and everyday magic of hometown fairs. From the glow of ferris wheels against a summer sky to the crunch of corn dogs and powdered-sugar smiles, we’re seeking artwork that celebrates the sights, sounds, memories, and hidden stories of neighborhood and small-town carnivals. Think midway lights, rickety rides, stuffed animals won at games of chance, elephant ears, the thrill, the color, the celebration of community—all through your artistic lens. Look for themes like memory, Americana, fleeting moments, and community. Whether your artwork captures the joy, the nostalgia, the quirky charm, or the hidden grit of carnival life, we want to see how you celebrate this!
Complete exhibit guidelines and entry form can be found by clicking on the button. If you choose to pay online, the button is located below the guidelines on this page. There are NO EXTRA FEES to pay online.
