Boyle Arts Festival is calling for entries for the 2026 Boyle Open Art Exhibition, which will be held at Sweeney’s building in Boyle, Ireland. Artists across Ireland are invited to submit one original artwork in any medium, with submissions accepted on June 26 and 28, 2025. The exhibition includes a €10 entry fee, a 25% commission on sales, and awards such as the Sue Hill Perpetual Trophy for Merit and an award for the most promising artist under 25.
This open call matters because it provides a platform for Irish artists of all genres to exhibit their work in a community-focused festival setting, fostering local artistic talent and engagement. The inclusion of awards and the opportunity to be featured in the Main Art Exhibition at King House for the next festival underscores the event's role in sustaining and promoting regional visual arts, supported by the Arts Council of Ireland and Roscommon County Council.