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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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244 participants

Phases

Phases overview
Phase 1: Submit your artwork
Submit your artwork
Phase 2: Assembling submitted artwork
Assembling submitted artwork
Phase 3: Public voting
Public voting
Phase 4: Tallying votes
Tallying votes
Phase 5: Announcing the 2026 Recycled Art Contest Winners
Announcing the 2026 Recycled Art Contest Winners

Assembling submitted artwork

February 28, 2026 6:00 AM - March 7, 2026 6:00 AM

During this phase, Keep Allen Beautiful Board Members and City of Allen staff are assembling and judging submitted artwork.

Next, artwork will be collected into grade categories and the Allen community will have a chance to vote for their favorites.