Huron County Fair Competitors

ArtPrize® is an open, independently organized international art competition which takes place yearly in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It celebrates artists working in all mediums from anywhere in the world, and is open to any creative with an artwork to enter and a venue willing to host it. For 16 days, art is exhibited throughout the city in public parks and museums, in galleries and vacant storefronts, in bars and on bridges. ArtPrize awards $600,000 directly to artists, through grants to support their ambitious work and through prizes which the public decides through the ArtPrize mobile app. Since its inception in 2009, millions have participated in ArtPrize, displaying their work, opening their spaces to artists and visitors from around the world, and sparking countless conversations about what art is and why it matters. Join us in Grand Rapids, Michigan for ArtPrize 2026, happening from September 17 - October 3.

The Michigan State Fair has a rich history dating back to 1849, when it became one of the first statewide fairs in the country. For more than a century, it was held at Eight Mile and Woodward in Detroit, until 2009 when the event was paused due to state budget constraints. But great traditions don’t fade—they evolve. In 2013, thanks to a new private model, and the local leaders and elders in the state agriculture industry, the Michigan State Fair was reborn at Vibe Credit Union Showplace, formerly known as Suburban Collection Showplace, in Novi—without taxpayer funding and with strong community and corporate support. Since then, it’s continued to grow, expanding its grounds and offerings every year, while celebrating Michigan’s deep agricultural roots and vibrant business spirit. Today, the Michigan State Fair honors our great state’s farming heritage, supports small business and entrepreneurship, and delivers unforgettable experiences for families from all over the state. Best of all? It does so with a major positive economic impact—and zero cost to taxpayers. Whether you’re enjoying the livestock and agriculture attractions, sampling your favorite fair food, checking out local vendors, or soaking in the live shows and entertainment, the fair is filled with family fun, cherished memories, and a true celebration of all things Michigan.

The Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo (ACGK) is a nonprofit organization that seeks to improve the cultural life in greater Kalamazoo. Founded in 1966, the ACGK’s mission is to support, promote and fund the arts in Kalamazoo County. Our members include arts organizations, individual artists and arts lovers. We accomplish our mission through arts management services, grant programs, education, advocacy, arts council programs and event promotion.