21st Annual

Cherokee National Holiday Art Show

About the Event

Awarding more than $12,000 in prize money! Open to artists of federally recognized tribes!

The Cherokee Art Show & Sale is a three-day event honoring Native art and artists. Many participating artists are Cherokees who specialize in Southeastern art forms, and the show is open to all federally recognized Native American artists at all skill levels: from those who are just starting out in their careers to nationally known and award-winning artists.

Important Dates

For more information, see the registration packet.
Registration Closes:
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
at 5:00 PM
Notified of Acceptance:
Friday, July 17, 2026
Shipped Artwork Delivery Deadline:

August 25, 2026 at 5 PM

In-Person Artwork Delivery Schedule:

August 31, 2026 from 10 AM – 7 PM

Artwork Pickup:

September 6, 2026 from 3 – 7 PM
Chota Conference Center

September 8, 2026 from 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Spider Art Gallery

Categories & Awards

Divisions

Eligibility & Rules

Environmentally Friendly Reservation

Supporting Our Commitment

Osiyo, as good stewards of our Earth, the Cherokee Nation is committed to creating a more environmentally friendly reservation. In 2024, Chief Hoskin and Deputy Chief Warner signed an Executive Order to limit the use of single-use plastics, and we took the first steps toward implementing this initiative.

Now, in its third year, we are continuing to build on this commitment by further reducing plastic waste at the Cherokee National Holiday. This year, the use of plastic and Styrofoam containers remains prohibited as part of your vendor contract. This specifically includes food serving containers, utensils, cups, and beverages sold in plastic bottles.

We appreciate the progress made and ask for your continued support in using alternative, eco-friendly packaging such as biodegradable containers, paper products, and reusable materials. By working together, we can strengthen our efforts to reduce the environmental impact of our events and promote a more sustainable approach to food and beverage service. We thank you for your cooperation and for being part of this important initiative. We look forward to another successful and environmentally responsible Cherokee National Holiday.

Event Details

Registration Deadline:
07/14/26 at 5:00 PM
Notification of Acceptance:
07/17/26
09/04/26
– 09/06/26

Registration Open

Available now through July 14, 2026
 at 5:00 PM

Watch Now

Cherokee National Holiday Art Show

Join in the celebration of Cherokee National Holiday. Watch this year’s events live or check out recordings from the past.

Continue the celebration all year by rewatching livestreamed events from past Cherokee National Holidays.

Schedule of Events

Sep

4

21st Annual Cherokee National Holiday Art Show

September 4, 2026
12:00 PM
– 8:00 PM

Sep

5

21st Annual Cherokee National Holiday Art Show

September 5, 2026
9:00 AM
– 5:00 PM

Sep

6

21st Annual Cherokee National Holiday Art Show

September 6, 2026
10:00 AM
– 3:00 PM