Competitions

Maidstone Borough Council runs a number of arts competitions throughout the year. Please see below for currently active competitions and follow the individual links for more details.

Mote Park Art Competition 2026
The theme for this year's competition is 'Park Life'. You could take inspiration from the wonderful diversity of wildlife in the park, or how it's used by people, such as a family picnic or a large music festival.
Artworks can be in any medium, except photography. We particularly welcome 3D submissions including textiles, glass, pottery and woodwork, as well as paintings and drawings.
Find out more about this year's competition and how to enter here.

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The Great British Bug Off!
Maidstone Eco Hub is celebrating its 5th anniversary this year and everyone is invited to take part in this free art competition.
Artworks can be in any medium, except photography. We'd love to see 3D submissions as well as drawings and paintings. 
There are three categories for different age groups:
- Under 8 years
- 9 - 17 years
- Over 18 years
Entries will be shortlisted and selected artworks will then feature in a special exhibition at Creative Maidstone from 12 - 22 August, which will be open to the public and free to visit.
Full details and how to enter can be found here.