Early Bird Registration
June 19 - July 17
YOUTH $20.00 , ADULTS $40.00
General Registration
July 18 - August 22
YOUTH $25.00 , ADULTS $50.00
REGISTER ONLINE
WHEN AND WHERE
August 22, 2026 from 9am to 5pm
GALLERY 35
35 Queen St., Brampton Ontario – L6Y 1L9
INVITING ALL ARTISTS
IN CANADA
Downtown Brampton… A Canvas for You! Oil – Watercolour – Acrylic. One 16×20 Canvas or 140 lb. Watercolour paper will be provided to each artist.
IMPORTANT DATES
August 22: Live Art Competition
August 26 - September 10: Gallery exhibit featuring the top 10 winners from each category (Adult & Youth)
August 26 - September 10: Option to Silent Auction
September 12, 3pm - 5pm: Award Ceremony at Gallery 35
PRIZES
The Adult Category
1st Place Prize: $1500.00
2nd Place Prize: $800.00
3rd Place Prize: $500.00
The Youth Category
1st Place Prize: Gift valued at $250.00
2nd Place Prize: Gift valued at $150.00
3rd Place Prize: Gift valued at $100.00
Top 10 finalists announced at the August 22 closing ceremony
Top 3 winners announced at the September 12 awards reception
REGISTRATION
LIVE ART COMPETITION 2026
This call for entry is open to all artists living in Canada. Participants must be 18+ years old to take part in the adult category, and 13-17 years old for the youth category.
We encourage you to register before July 17, 2026 to save on your entry fee. We look forward to seeing you at this year's competition!
How to Register
1. Fill out the registration form
2. Read our conditions of entry
3. Complete your payment online or in-person at BACI Gifts / Gallery 35
4. Submit your registration form online by emailing us at liveartbrampton@hotmail.com or in-person at BACI Gifts / Gallery 35
Download the form and register now.
Please read the Conditions of Entry for Adults Please read the Conditions of Entry for Youth
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
ATTENDEES' TESTIMONIALS
PARTNERS
BECOME A SPONSOR!
Become a Sponsor of the 10th Annual Live Art Competition – Downtown Brampton
We are thrilled to announce the 10th Annual Live Art Competition, taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM at Gallery 35, 35 Queen St. West, Downtown Brampton, Ontario.
Since its founding in 2016 by John Cutruzzola (Inzola Inc. & Gallery 35 Founder) and Grettel Comas (BACI Gifts Owner & Gallery 35 Director), the Live Art Competition has grown into a beloved celebration of creativity and community. This year, we invite businesses, organizations, and community leaders to partner with us as sponsors to help elevate this inspiring event even further.
Why Sponsor The Live Art Competition?
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Support Arts & Culture in the heart of Brampton.
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Gain significant exposure for your brand through our outreach to over 10,000+ individuals via email newsletters, social media, and event marketing.
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Join a network of esteemed partners such as Inzola, PAMA, BACI, Gallery 35, and the Downtown Brampton BIA.
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Help transform Downtown Brampton into a vibrant cultural hub, attracting artists from across Ontario and drawing foot traffic to local businesses.
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Show your organization’s commitment to community engagement and artistic development.
How Can You Get Involved?
We invite you to explore our Sponsorship Opportunities Package to find the level of involvement that’s right for you. Whether through financial support, in-kind donations, or collaborative engagement, your contribution makes a lasting impact.
Confirm your sponsorship by June 30, 2025 to be included in all promotional materials and pre-event outreach.
For more information or to request the sponsorship package, please contact:
Grettel Comas — BACI
905-457-3660
The Live Art Competition is more than an event, it’s a movement that brings together artists, families, residents, and businesses to celebrate Brampton’s dynamic creative spirit.
Join us in celebrating the power of art and community in Downtown Brampton. Your support matters!