The Maui County Fair is proud to once again showcase the incredible talents of our keiki and young adults through the Student Art Contest, happening during this year’s Fair, October 1–4, 2026.

This annual tradition invites students from across Maui County, grades K–12, to share their creativity and vision through original artwork. From the bold imagination of kindergarteners to the refined expression of high school seniors, the contest celebrates the diverse voices of our island’s next generation of artists.

Who Can Enter
The contest is open to all Maui County students in grades K–12. Entries will be judged within the following grade-level categories:
  • Grades K–2
  • Grades 3–5
  • Grades 6–8
  • Grades 9–10
  • Grades 11–12

Artwork Guidelines
Students may submit 2-D artwork only—including drawing, painting, printmaking, or mixed media on a flat surface. Digital art is welcome, as long as it is printed and mounted properly.
  • Maximum size: 18” x 24” (including mat)
  • All pieces must be matted with firm backing (no frames, glass, or hanging hardware)
  • Each entry must include a student identification label and a signed parent/guardian waiver

Submission Details
  • Deadline for submission: Friday, September 18, 2025
  • Select a VARIETY of works, as opposed to submitting the entire class entry from the same project
  • Drop-off location and times - September 14-18 to the Maui County Fair Office trailer in the War Memorial Gym Parking Lot. Office Hours 9:00 am to 4:00 pm 
    • Drop-Off Reminders
      • Each entry has a Waiver (attached to the back) and an Identification Label (attached to the front).
      • Your school’s submission must be wrapped/bundled with a completed “School Submission Inventory.” ​

Judging & Awards
A panel of judges will review entries based on:
  • Creativity & originality
  • Use of materials & technique
  • Visual impact
  • Artistic expression
Awards include Best in Show, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each division, with the possibility of honorable mentions. Winning and selected entries will be proudly displayed during the Fair.

Where to See the Artwork
​This year, due to construction at the War Memorial Gym, all student artwork will be displayed at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center throughout the Fair. Full details and display hours will be available at themauifair.com.

A Celebration of Our Keiki’s Talents
The Student Art Contest is more than a competition—it’s a chance to honor the imagination, skill, and cultural expression of Maui’s youth. We invite families, friends, and the entire community to come celebrate these young artists at the Fair.

For more information, contact Student Art Contest Chair, Jaydon Isobe, at [email protected].
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Maui County Fair