Join us for a week of creativity and color as 20 nationally acclaimed plein air artists paint the Great Smoky Mountains and the surrounding region.

Save these dates for the 2026 Plein Air Smokies, and sign up for emails to be notified when more details are announced.:

• September 25 – Collectors Celebration & Gallery Sale
• September 26 – Open Quick Draw Competition

Become one of the featured artists selected to participate in the 2026 Plein Air Smokies. Learn more and apply.

• November 20, 2025 – Applications open at onlinejuriedshows.com
• January 25, 2026 – Applications due
• February 20, 2026 – Featured artists and four alternates announced
• September 19-26, 2026 – Required participation event dates

Proceeds benefit Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, an environmental education center that provides hands-on experiences for people of all ages to connect with nature.

Cover image by Erin Rosolina.