Date:
Saturday, Aug 1
Time:
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location:
Ranch House
7676 S. Continental Divide Rd.
Fee:
FREE!
Celebrate local creativity at the Ken-Caryl Ranch Art Festival on Saturday, August 1, from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Ranch House! Enjoy a diverse showcase of original artwork created by talented artists from our community, along with family-friendly activities and entertainment. Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be announced at 3:00 p.m. during the festival.
Art Show Registration
Calling all artists! Showcase your creativity and share your work with the community. The Art Show is juried by the Ken-Caryl Art Guild and welcomes submissions in all visual art forms.
Age Categories
- Youth: Ages 8–15
- Adult: Ages 16+
All Mediums Accepted
Photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media and more!
Submission Requirements
- Original artwork only
- Up to 3 pieces may be submitted
- Open theme
- Maximum finished or framed size: 24″ x 36″ x 48″
- Maximum weight: 30 lbs
- All selected artwork must be ready to hang with secure hanging wires
- Early submissions may be featured in festival promotional materials
Registration Timeline
June 4 – July 20
Artist registration and artwork submission period
July 20 (10:00 p.m.)
Submission deadline
July 24
Notification sent to selected artists
July 31 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Artwork drop-off at the Ranch House
Earlier drop-off available upon request
August 1 (3:00 p.m.)
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards announced
August 1 (4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Artwork pick-up
How to Submit
Email images of your artwork to MissyM@kcranch.org by July 20, 2026, at 10:00 p.m.
Image Requirements
- Submit images as attachments in JPEG or PDF format
- An optional artist statement or artwork description may be included
Artwork Labels
Artists are responsible for creating and attaching a label to the back of each submitted piece. Labels must include:
- Artist name
- Title of work
- Medium
- Finished/framed size
- Artist contact information (if artwork is available for purchase)
Artwork Sales
Artwork may not be sold directly on District property. Any sales arrangements are the sole responsibility of the artist. Interested patrons may contact artists directly after the festival to discuss purchases.
Don’t miss this opportunity to display your work, connect with fellow artists, and be part of a cherished Ken-Caryl community tradition!
Event Sponsor
Thank you to our generous Gold Sponsor Lifetime Home Remodeling!
Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District’s annual special events offer a wide variety of sponsor and partnership opportunities. These events are a great way to connect with the community and show your support. Each event has different opportunities to get involved. All partnerships include marketing exposure and onsite recognition during the event.
Please fill out the Sponsorship Interest Form linked below if you would like to sponsor an event. To view sponsorship levels and benefits, please click on the corresponding button below. If you have any questions, email Kate McDonald at katem@kcranch.org.