Showcase your love for Louisiana nature and culture by participating in this year’s art competition! The Cook-Off for the Coast celebrates the bounty of Southeast Louisiana and raises awareness about coastal restoration. To add to the fun, a coastal themed art contest has been included in the cook-off.
Stay up to date on competition announcements via Facebook or Instagram.
competition theme
The 2026 art competition theme will be announced at a later date.
Prizes
The first, second and third place winners in each age category wins $100, $50 and $25 respectively and their names and art will be featured on the event’s social media pages. Copies of all art submissions will be displayed at Docville Farm on the day of the Cook-Off. The categories are:
- 12 and under
- 13-17
- 18 and over
How to Participate
- Please review the Google doc for more information and guidelines.
- Fill out the entry form and waiver to enter your artwork for consideration. No entry fee required.
- Winners will be announced at the Cook-Off.
If you have additional questions, please email Alex Jiles.
Closing Date
All entries to the contest must be submitted by 11:59 p.m (Midnight) CST on tbd. Winners will be announced at the Cook-Off on February 28, 2026.
2025 Winners
Please see all winners from 2021, 2023, and 2024 on the Past Event pages.
Header image “Eat What You Want” by Shanshan Wu, 2023 Third Place Winner in Ages 13-17.
Cook-Off for the Coast 