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Zion National Park Art Invitational
November 2-7, 2026 · Zion Canyon, Utah. Sixteen acclaimed landscape painters share their craft against the backdrop of the park itself - with proceeds supporting Zion National Park.
Confirm details with the organizer. Times, locations, ticketing and the artist roster are managed at zionpark.org and can change - check there before you plan around any single session.
Schedule at a Glance
First Look
Before the main week, participating artists show multiple works for sale at Worthington Gallery in Springdale. Proceeds benefit Zion National Park.
Artist Free Paint
Artists paint throughout the region. Follow them on Instagram to find where they're set up - a good chance to watch a painting start.
Artist Demonstrations
Daily demonstrations where the artists talk through their process, light, and composition as they work.
Gala & Art Sale
A ticketed evening with the finished work on offer. Ticket-only, so plan ahead.
Wet Paint & Silent Auction
All sixteen artists paint live in Zion National Park, with a silent auction to close out the week.
Plan Your Art Week in Zion
Tickets, Schedule & the Sixteen Artists
The full artist roster, paintings available, and ticketing live with the organizer.
Meet Paula Swain
One of this year's participating painters. Read her profile and see her Zion work.
Where to Stay in Springdale
Early November is shoulder season - a quieter canyon and easier lodging, but book the gala weekend early.
Photographing Zion in Autumn
Late-fall light is a painter's dream - and a photographer's too.