Lyon County Student Wins Nevada Day Art Contest
Xiomara Majarucon created the official winning design featured on this year's Nevada Day parade poster.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Painting
Lyon County student Xiomara Majarucon has been named the winner of the 2026 Nevada Day Art Contest. Her winning design serves as the cover of the official parade guide and reflects the theme of Pumpkins, Pioneers and Tall Tales.
Why it matters
The annual competition highlights student creativity across the state while establishing the visual theme for Nevada Day celebrations. The winning artwork sets the tone for the parade and related materials enjoyed by the public.
The winning artwork by Xiomara Majarucon features the Walker Lake monster Cecil the Sea Serpent alongside a covered wagon and pumpkins. This design is officially incorporated into the Nevada Day poster which also depicts Mark Twain and the state Capitol.
The players
Xiomara Majarucon
She is the Lyon County student who won the 2026 Nevada Day Art Contest.
Chantell Peck
She serves as the Executive Director responsible for incorporating the winning artwork into the official event poster.
The details
Executive Director Chantell Peck incorporated the student's winning design into the official Nevada Day poster, which is distributed as the cover of the Parade Guide. The theme for the 2026 parade centers on Pumpkins, Pioneers and Tall Tales.
Timeline
October 30, 2026: Trick-or-Treating occurs in Carson City.
October 31, 2026: Nevada Day celebrations take place.
Culture Shift
The artwork selection reflects a long-standing tradition of using youth-led creative expression to define the aesthetic of state-wide holiday celebrations. This approach signals a commitment to fostering local talent within the context of established historical commemorations.
Residents can look for the winning design on the cover of the Nevada Day Parade Guide distributed along the route. The art provides a festive visual backdrop for the public events held on October 31.
The takeaway
The Nevada Day Art Contest encourages students to connect local folklore with state history through creative projects. Residents can support this annual tradition by attending the parade and engaging with the materials provided by organizers.
Further reading
For more on artistic community projects, see Painting.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Carson Now.
