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Paint Brushes

Train & Grain Festival
Student Art Contest

Sponsored by 

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The Train & Grain Festival Student Art Contest celebrates the creativity of Saginaw’s youth while showcasing the spirit of our city’s Train and Grain heritage. Students in grades K–12 are invited to participate in this festival art competition.

Submission Deadline: October 6, 2025

Drop Off Location: Saginaw City Hall, 333 W. McLeroy Blvd, Saginaw, TX 76179

Prizes by Category

Each grade category (K–2, 3–5, 6–8, 9–12) will have:

  • 1st Place

    • Raising Cane’s Prize Pack (plush Cane’s dog, swag, free meal cards)

    • $50 gift card 

    • Ribbon & framed certificate

    • Artwork featured on festival marketing/social media

  • 2nd Place

    • Raising Cane’s Prize Pack (swag + free meal cards)

    • $25 gift card

    • Ribbon & certificate

  • 3rd Place

    • Raising Cane’s Prize Pack (swag + free meal card)

    • Ribbon & certificate

Festival Recognition

  • Winners’ Artwork Displayed at the Train & Grain Festival in a dedicated gallery area.

  • Stage Recognition during the festival with a group photo.

  • Featured in the City of Saginaw Newsletter & Social Media.

Train & Grain Festival
Student Art Contest Rules

Contest Rules

  1. Eligibility

    • Open to all students in grades K–12 who live in Saginaw or attend a EMS-ISD School

    • Entries must be the student’s original work.

  2. Categories by Grade

    • Category A: Kindergarten – 2nd Grade

    • Category B: 3rd – 5th Grade

    • Category C: 6th – 8th Grade

    • Category D: 9th – 12th Grade

  3. Theme

    • Artwork should reflect one or more of the following themes connected to Saginaw and the Train & Grain Festival:

      • Trains of Saginaw – celebrating our railroad heritage.

      • Grain & Agriculture – honoring the grain elevators and farming roots.

      • Community Pride – what makes Saginaw unique and special.

      • Festival Fun – music, food, parades, and celebration.

  4. Mediums

    • Accepted: Drawing, painting, mixed media, collage, or digital art (must be printed).

    • Artwork must be on paper no larger than 11"x14".

    • No 3D art (sculpture, ceramics, etc.) at this time.

  5. Submission Guidelines

    • Each student may submit one entry.

    • All entries must have the student’s name, grade, school, and contact information attached to the back (or securely with tape for digital prints).

    • Deadline for submissions: October 6, 2025

    • Drop-off location: Saginaw City Hall, 333 W. McLeroy Blvd, Saginaw TX 76179

  6. Judging

    • Entries will be judged on:

      • Creativity & Originality (40%)

      • Relevance to Theme (30%)

      • Artistic Skill (20%)

      • Presentation (10%)

  7. Awards

    • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded in each grade category.

    • Winners will receive:

      • Recognition on stage during the festival

      • Prizes provided by Raising Cane’s

  8. Rights & Display

    • By entering, students grant the City of Saginaw permission to display, photograph, and publish their artwork in connection with the Train & Grain Festival.

Train & Grain Festival 2025

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