Mural Competition 2025
Returning for the second year, the Ohio State Fair Mural Competition! This competition will take place during the Fair from July 25 to July 27 on the lawn of the Cardinal Patio.
Timeline
- June 21 at 1 p.m. – deadline to submit artwork and artist bio (online registration link can be found here in early April)
- June 28 – acceptance/non-acceptance notices emailed
- July 25 – painting from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- July 26 – painting from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- July 27 – painting from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- July 27 – awards ceremony at 5 p.m.
Enter the Mural Competition Now
Online Entry Assistance
Details
Only 10 artists will be accepted. The following will be provided:
- 4x8 piece of primed wood
- 10x10 area for each artist
- Daily admission to the Fair during the mural competition
- $100 stipend
Awards
- First Place: $1,000
- Second Place: $750
- Third Place: $250