2027 Applications & Forms

The following links will either redirect you to SlideRoom.com (an online application platform) or download/open a PDF document. If you are having trouble downloading/accessing an application or if you would like to be added to an application e-mail list, contact us at (843)740-5854 or [email protected].FREE one-on-one assistance to complete applications is available! Contact the Cultural Arts Dept. at 843-740-5854 to set up an appointment. We’re happy to help!2027 Applications & FormsPerformer/PresenterMusic, Dance, Theatre, Media Art, Visual Art, Literary Art*NOTE: Agents applying on behalf of 2 or more acts should complete and submit a special form. DO NOT apply via the link above. Contact us at 843-740-5854 or [email protected] for assistance.Available October 1, 2026Submission deadline: Tuesday, December 15, 2026Poster Design CompetitionSouth Carolina artists onlyAvailable October 1, 2026Submission deadline: Tuesday, December 15, 20262027 African American Fiber Art Exhibition Note the Annual African American Fiber Art Exhibition will be presented as a stand-alone event in September 2027. Stay tuned for application updates.2027/28 National Outdoor Sculpture Competition & ExhibitionAvailable December 1, 2026Submission Deadline: Thursday, February 25, 20272027 SC Palmetto Hands Juried Fine Craft Competition & ExhibitionSouth Carolina artists only.Available December 15, 2026Submission deadline: Monday, March 15, 2027Arty Block Party Vendor (artists/crafters, arts-related businesses & organizations) Available February 1, 2027Submission deadline: Thursday, April 15, 2027Tri-County Youth Art Competition & Exhibition Prospectus & FormsAvailable January 15, 2027Drop off entries on Thursday & Friday, April 22 & 23, 2027 (11:00am-6:00pm) at Park Circle Community Building -OR- Monday, April 26, 2026 (Noon-7pm) at Charleston Area Convention CenterView Drop-Off MapTri-County High School Sculpture Competition & Exhibition Prospectus & Forms Available January 15, 2027Drop off entries on Monday, April 26, 2026 (Noon-7pm) or Tuesday, April 27, 2027 (Noon-7pm) at Charleston Area Convention CenterView Drop-Off MapJudged Fine Art Competition & Exhibition Prospectus*Terms/regulations/entry instructions provided. No pre-registration or application required!Now AvailableDrop off entries on Monday, April 26, 2027 (Noon-7pm) or Tuesday, April 27, 2027 (Noon-7pm) at Charleston Area Convention CenterView Drop-Off MapJudged Photography Competition & Exhibition Prospectus*Terms/regulations/entry instructions provided. No pre-registration or application required!Now AvailableDrop off entries on Monday, April 26, 2027 (Noon-7pm) or Tuesday, April 27, 2027 (Noon-7pm) at Charleston Area Convention CenterView Drop-Off MapVolunteer Sign-Up FormAvailable March 1, 2027Note: Volunteers age 15 or younger must be accompanied by an adult.Submission deadline: Monday, April 19, 2027 (We cannot accept walk-up volunteers.)