Nampa Launches Christmas Card Design Contest
Local students are invited to submit original holiday-themed artwork for the city's official Christmas cards.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Painting
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The city of Nampa has officially opened a holiday design contest for K-12 students residing in the area. Young artists are encouraged to create winter or holiday scenes that celebrate the local community.
Why it matters
This initiative provides a platform for local youth to showcase their creativity while contributing directly to the city's seasonal celebrations. Selected artwork will serve as the official representation of Nampa for the holiday season.
Eligible participants must be 18 years old or younger and submit designs in a 5-by-7-inch format. Entries can be dropped off at Nampa City Hall, mailed to 411 3rd St. S., 83651, or submitted via the official city website.
The players
Nampa City Hall
This is the primary seat of government for the city of Nampa where local administrative services and public inquiries are managed.
Mayor's Office
The administrative body overseeing city-wide initiatives and the contact point for municipal programs at 208-468-5401.
The details
Students from public, private, charter, and home-school backgrounds are eligible to participate. All submissions must be original works, as copyrighted or AI-generated imagery is strictly prohibited.
Timeline
The deadline for submitting all contest entries is Nov. 16, 2026, at 9 a.m.
The city will announce the winning design on Nov. 23, 2026.
Culture Shift
The city's contest follows a pattern set by the National Endowment for the Arts' community youth engagement programs by fostering local creative expression among school-age children. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to integrate youth-led art into public municipal traditions.
Students and parents must ensure their artwork meets the 5-by-7-inch dimensional requirement to be considered for the final selection. Following the technical guidelines ensures that submissions can be successfully scanned for official use.
The takeaway
Interested students should prioritize originality and ensure their work captures a holiday or winter scene representative of Nampa. Meeting the submission deadline is essential for those hoping to see their art featured on official city correspondence.
What happens next
The winning design announcement is scheduled for Nov. 23, 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Idaho Press.
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