2026 Keep Allen Beautiful Recycled Art Contest
Keep Allen Beautiful is sponsoring a Recycled Art Contest themed, “Celebrate Allen 150”. In 2026, Allen, Texas celebrates a milestone 150 years in the making. From its beginnings as a small railroad stop to the thriving, forward-looking city it is today, Allen’s story is one of hard work, community spirit, and steady growth.
Students in grades K – 12 are invited to participate who are enrolled in the Allen ISD or are enrolled in the Plano ISD or Lovejoy ISD but reside within the city limits of Allen or who are homeschooled or attend private school but reside within the city limits of Allen.
See the timeline below for more details including contest rules and submission information.
If you have questions, please contact Andrea Smith, Environmental Education Specialist, City of Allen, asmith@allentx.gov or 214.509.4552.
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Submit your artwork
The artwork submission window will close at 5 p.m. on February 27, 2026.
Contest rules are different depending on what grade level you or your student are in, so make sure to read them before starting! Full contest rules can be found in the PDF linked below.
Artwork will be judged by Keep Allen Beautiful Board Members, along with select City Staff. The top 3 winners in each grade category will be recognized during an awards ceremony at 1 p.m. on May 2, 2026 in the Municipal Service Center (900 S. Greenville Avenue). Winners will be notified through the email provided on the entry forms.
Artwork may also be judged by friends and family for “Most Popular” in the combined categories of K – 4, 5 – 8, and 9 – 12. Judging may be done online from March 9-13, 2026. The winners of the “Most Popular” category will also be recognized at the awards ceremony and will receive a certificate.