Lakewold Gardens — Free Veterans Painting Group (November 8)
2026-11-08 · Veterans of all artistic skill levels
VETERAN OPS WATCH · Wellness
United States, National · online submission · Veteran creative arts competition opportunity
Feb 1, 2027 – Mar 15, 2027
Upcoming · entry window opens February 1, 2027 · submission link to be posted
National entry submission window runs February 1–March 15, 2027. Eligible Veterans enrolled in VA health care before submitting may enter art, creative writing, dance, drama, and music categories. The 2027 theme is “Growth.” VA will post the submission link on the official page. The National Festival itself is for national competition winners; this listing is for the entry opportunity
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Organization: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · National Veterans Creative Arts Festival
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