Christmas in Bayfield 2026 - Logo Contest to celebrate our 35th Anniversary

Official Parameters

 Purpose

To create a timeless, recognizable logo celebrating Christmas in Bayfield. The winning design will become the official logo used in all future Christmas in Bayfield promotions, including print, digital, merchandise, and signage.

 Eligibility

• Open to all members of the public: residents, visitors, students, and artists of all ages.
• Submissions may be from individuals or collaborative teams.

 Design Requirements

• Must reflect the spirit of Christmas in Bayfield.
• Should incorporate Bayfield identity (e.g., heritage village charm, Lake Huron, community spirit).
• Must be suitable for year‑over‑year use (not tied to a single date).
• Must work in:
• Full colour
• Black and white
• Small and large formats

• Must be original artwork created by the entrant.
• Acceptable file formats for final submission: PNG, JPG, SVG, or PDF.


 Technical Specifications

• Minimum size: 2000 × 2000 px (or vector format).
• Resolution: 300 dpi for print quality.
• If text is included, it must remain legible at small sizes.
• No copyrighted or AI‑generated elements.


Submission Deadline

• All entries must be received by April 30th 2026.
• Late submissions cannot be considered.


 How to Submit

• Email entries to CIBlogo2026@outlook.com with subject line:
“Christmas in Bayfield Logo Contest – 2026”
• Include:• Entrant’s name
• Contact information
• Short description of the design (optional)

 Prize

• The winning artist will receive $500 in Chamber Bucks.
• Winner will be recognized publicly at the Christmas in Bayfield 2026 Opening Ceremony and across Chamber communications.


Judging Criteria

A panel selected by the Christmas in Bayfield Committee will evaluate entries based on:

• Relevance to theme
• Creativity and originality
• Visual impact
• Versatility across media
• Long‑term usability

The decision will be final and announced May 15th 2026.

Rights & Usage

• By entering, participants grant the Christmas in Bayfield Committee the right to use, reproduce, and modify the winning design for promotional and branding purposes.
• The winning design becomes the exclusive property of Christmas in Bayfield.


 Additional Notes

• Multiple submissions per entrant are allowed.
• The Committee reserves the right not to select a winner if no submission meets the required standards.