2026 Spirit is Ageless

August 22 - October 24, 2026



About the Show


Since 1999, the Spirit is Ageless Art & Writing Contest has honored the creativity of the Dallas-Fort Worth community and CC Young.  This is the 26th year of this exhibition honoring ageless talent. 


The Contest, Art Gallery Show, and Awards are open to all DFW residents, including CC Young, age 55  and better. The exhibition proudly displays every entry to celebrate each person's unique abilities and willingness to share their talents, regardless of limitations. All skill levels are welcome!


Winners will be recognized at a celebration held at The Point on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 2–4 pm.



Entry Rules


For complete information, including entry rules, hanging guidelines, and registration info, please download the Entry Details form.

Download Entry Rules (PDF, 4MB)


Key Dates

Date Location
Online Registration Opens (Required) Saturday, August 1, 2026 https://www.ccyoung.org/events/
Entry Dropoff Day 1 Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (9am-6pm) CC Young, The Point
Entry Dropoff Day 2 Wednesday, August 19, 2026 (9am-6pm) CC Young, The Point
Show Opening Saturday, August 22, 2026 CC Young, The Point
Celebration of Artists and Writers (incl. Awards Ceremony) Friday, October 23, 2026, 2-4 pm CC Young, The Point
Show Closing Friday, October 23, 2026 CC Young, The Point
General Pickup At conclusion of ceremony, or from Monday, October 26, through Thursday, October 29, from 9am-4:30pm daily. CC Young, The Point

2026 DAFA Retrospective

 Exhibition: January 12 - February 24, 2026 at Keller Town Hall

CONCLUDED

    Artist Reception: Thursday, January 15, 2026 (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.)



About the Show


Dallas Area Fiber Artists:  A Retrospective, the final DAFA show, celebrated the creative depth and diverse talents of our membership. Members showcased their artwork and engage with a broad community audience at the beautiful Keller Town Hall in Keller, Texas. 


Visit the Keller Exhibition Website >>


Eligibility


All current members of DAFA were eligible to submit artwork for this retrospective.  Every artist was able to have at least one (1) artwork included in the exhibition!

Note:   There were no restrictions on date of completion of artwork. There were no entry fees and no prizes were awarded.

Media:   2D or 3D fiber art. Mixed media welcome. Jewelry, accessories and garments (Jacket length) were welcome. 2D artwork was required to be wired for hanging. Pedestals were provided for 3D artwork. Artists with garment artwork provided a tabletop dress form for placement on pedestal. Jewelry cases were provided but artists needed to supply additional desired display materials.


Sales of Artwork


Artwork was eligible for sale.  Keller Town Hall managed transactions and issued payment by check. Artists retained responsibility for paying a 20% commission back to Keller Town Hall. 




Artwork Pickup


Pick up of artwork was on
Monday, March 2, 2026, at Keller Town Hall, or at the DAFA meeting on March 14, 2026.  Additional details were provided to participants closer to the end of the exhibition.


Important Dates

Date Location
Submissions Due Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Email
Notification of Acceptance Friday, October 3, 2025 Email
Signed Forms Due Friday, October 10, 2025, by 6:00 p.m. Email
Artwork Dropoff (Option #1) Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10 a.m. to 12 noon Holiday Party at CC Young
Artwork Dropoff (Option #2) December 15 - 17, 2025, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Keller Town Hall
Exhibition Opening Monday, January 12, 2026 Keller Town Hall
Artist Reception Thursday, January 15, 2026, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Keller Town Hall
Exhibition Closes Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Keller Town Hall
Artwork Pickup (Option #1) Monday, March 2, 2026 Keller Town Hall
Artwork Pickup (Option #2) Saturday, March 14, 2026 DAFA Monthly Meeting

Artwork featured in 2026 DAFA Retrospective

2025 2024 2023
2023 Funtastic Fiber
2017 - 2019

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