The Dia de los Muertos Festival art contest is an integral part of the culturally rich and vibrant celebration. Leading up to the festival, artists from the surrounding area are encouraged to participate by submitting artwork that reflects the essence of this cherished tradition. These diverse submissions are then prominently displayed in a dedicated art exhibit during the festival.

The festival committee plays a crucial role in recognizing these outstanding contributions, and will select winners for adult overall, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Those talented individuals are not only acknowledged on the festival stage but are also presented with prize. 

Rules: 

• Open to all ages; student entries are free (under 18 years), adult entries are $25 cash only (18 years +) 
• Participants must live within a 20-mile radius of downtown New Braunfels Open to all mediums including (oil, acrylic, watercolor, prints, graphic design, etc.) 
• Entries must be original works of art and not previously published or used in other promotions or events 
• One artist per entry; no collaborations 
• Submission must be production ready; posters must be mounted on foam core or gator board, or stretched canvas if suitable for the medium 
• Submission must reflect Dia de los Muertos, embodying Hispanic culture and tradition

Submission instructions:

• Do not sign or identify yourself on the front of your entry 
• Attach your contact information to the back of the entry (name and phone number) 
• Submit the online information form 
• Bring entry (and fee if applicable) to the New Braunfels Chamber at 390 S Seguin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130 by October 4 (hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, Friday 8:00am-4:00pm)

2023 art contest winners

Alekxis Rodriguez (3rd), Tina Garcia (2nd), Melanie Chaffin (1st)