VERMILION — Main Street Vermilion has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 All Washed Up Driftwood & Beach Glass Art Contest, returning to downtown Vermilion this summer.
The popular community event is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Exchange Park. The contest will once again showcase imaginative artwork created from driftwood, beach glass and other Lake Erie-inspired materials.
Now entering its eighth season, All Washed Up continues to celebrate creativity, sustainability and the natural beauty of Lake Erie through one-of-a-kind artistic creations submitted by artists of all ages and skill levels.
New for 2026, the event is officially expanding to welcome beach glass art entries in addition to traditional driftwood creations. Organizers said the event will also feature beach glass and driftwood art vendors offering handcrafted items for sale, along with family-friendly activities for children throughout the day.
“We continue to be amazed by the creativity and talent this event attracts each year,” organizers with Main Street Vermilion said in a press release. “Adding beach glass art opens the door for even more artists and makers to participate while celebrating the treasures of Lake Erie in a whole new way. We’re also excited to create an even more interactive experience for families with art vendors and activities for kids.”
Artwork will be displayed throughout the day while judges select winners in multiple categories. Awards will include divisions for youth, teens, adults, teams and a People’s Choice Award determined by public voting during the event.
For registration information and additional event details, visit www.mainstreetvermilion.org/driftwood.
“We continue to be amazed by the creativity and talent this event attracts each year,” organizers with Main Street Vermilion said. “Adding beach glass art opens the door for even more artists and makers to participate while celebrating the treasures of Lake Erie in a whole new way. We’re also excited to create an even more interactive experience for families with art vendors and activities for kids.”
