Be In A Show!

Every first friday of the month, we offer shows to local artists, giving the a place to share their past and present works with the community! Each month we offer a theme as a way to challenge your art skills in whatever forms speaks to you most.

Learn more about each 2026 show below and how to sign up!

Royal Gorge Art Alliance Show Rules & Guidelines

Please complete the form to enter a show. If you have questions please email us at royalgorgeartalliance@gmail.com or call 719-924-6789.

To see past winning artists and upcoming shows, please visit our Winning Artists Page.

Entry Guidelines
ENTRY GUIDELINES:
  • There is no fee to enter the show (yay!) and artists must complete the application to display art.
  • Display a maximum of 5 pieces of art.
  • Please choose your art with a varied audience in mind.
  • Artwork must follow the designated monthly theme. Any art that doesn’t follow the monthly theme will not be eligible for awards.
  • Each contributing artist is responsible for displaying/installing artwork (including show tags), managing sales, and attending the First Friday events.
  • We encourage you to post your artist bio, bring business cards, and be available to chat with folks about your art!
**Work deemed inappropriate or harmful may be disqualified from the show.
How to Install Your Art

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR ART:

  • ProPanels and and wall space are available free of charge.
  • Hanging materials are also provided and must be returned after the show.
  • You will be responsible for providing additional display items if your work does not hang on a wall (i.e. pedestals, etc.).
Set Up Time
SET UP TIME: 
  • Artists can hang artwork Thursday and Friday prior to show judging.
  • You will have reasonable access to The Hive before the show from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Thursday and 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on Friday.

Artists MUST hang before Friday at 2:00 p.m.
**JUDGING BEGINS AT 2:00 PM ON FIRST FRIDAY.

Awards & Recognition

AWARDS & RECOGNITION:

**Please be sure to follow us on Facebook so you can easily share any of your wins! 

Disclaimers & Consent

DISCLAIMERS & CONSENT:

  1. Participation in any show implies consent for the Royal Gorge Art Alliance to photograph or film your artwork for use in publicity, marketing materials, our website, social media, and other promotional channels. Artists retain full copyright and ownership of their work.
  2. The Royal Gorge Art Alliance will manage, handle, and display all artwork with reasonable care; however, artists are encouraged to carry their own insurance, as the Royal Gorge Art Alliance is not responsible for any damage or loss.

Why Submit to Our Shows?

Free to Enter

Free to Attend

$600 in Cash Prizes

Submit up to 5 works

Upcoming 2026 Shows

Each show is hosted by the Royal Gorge Art Alliance and
presented in the Hive Downtown at 729 Main Street, Cañon City, Colorado.

January 2026 Art Show

January 2026:
Black & White

February 2026 Art Show

February 2026:
Love… It’s Complicated

March 2026 Art Show

March 2026:
Paper

April 2026 Art Show

April 2026:
Winds of Change

May 2026 Art Show

May 2026:
Stars over the Rockies

June 2026 Art Show

June 2026:
Faerie Tales

Shake Off the Dust

July 2026:
River Runs Through It

Shake Off the Dust

August 2026:
10 x 10 Show

Shake Off the Dust

September 2026:
Hay Days

Shake Off the Dust

October 2026:
Toil & Trouble

Shake Off the Dust

November 2026:
Gathering Daylight

Shake Off the Dust

December 2026:
Winter Solstice

Want to Enter Into a Show?

See our upcoming events for more info on how to sign up!