2026 Contests

Kids Prize Book Cover Contest

Calling all young artists! Create your masterpiece for a chance to be featured on the 2026 VIEx Prize Book cover!

How to Enter:
8.5” x 11” poster (portrait)
Must include “Vancouver Island Exhibition”
Theme: From The Ground Up
Ages 5–18 (K–Grade 12)
Deadline: April 30

2026 Submit your artwork:
Drop off: VIEx Office (Beban Park)
Email: cabbott@viex.ca

What you win:
Your art on the 2026 Prize Book cover
Family 4-pack of passes + ride wristband

Up to 2 winners (age groups)

Thanks For Entering, Good Luck!

About Us

The Vancouver Island Exhibition takes place each September at Beban Park in Nanaimo. Join us and celebrate the best in agriculture, local food, and entertainment from across Canada.

Office Hours

Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday – Sunday: Closed

Closed on all Stat Holidays

Location

#4 – 2300 Bowen Road Nanaimo, BC V9T 3K7

Mailing Address:

Box 37087 Country Club P.O. Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N4

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The Vancouver Island Exhibition respectfully acknowledges that we are held on the traditional and unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation. We also recognize and honour the many Indigenous Nations across Vancouver Island who have cared for and stewarded these lands since time immemorial.

We are grateful to gather, celebrate, and share community on this land together.