Messina Hof Texas Artist Wine Label Competition 2026

The 36th Annual Messina Hof Texas Artist Wine Label Competition is the centerpiece for the 42nd Annual Wine & Roses Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Artists are invited to depict the theme "A Story in the Stars," with suggested concepts including celestial magic, celestial patterns, cosmos, mystique, and astronomy. The winning artwork will be transformed into a wine label showcased in Messina Hof's wine portfolio, with the artist's name and artwork featured on the back of the newly designed label.

The competition has fostered a connection between Texas art and winemaking since 1986. In partnership with The Arts Center of Brazos Valley, entry fees are donated directly to fund local programs supporting young artists. Top Finalists will receive an invitation to display and sell artwork at the Wine & Roses Festival on April 25, 2026, at the Messina Hof Estate Winery in Bryan (over 1,000 attendees expected), with a complimentary table. Finalists also receive a pair of tickets to the 2026 Harvest Festival in July and August, and an invitation to showcase winning artwork in an art exhibition at The Arts Center of Brazos Valley from May 21 to July 1, 2026 (dates tentative). Artwork will also be displayed at the Art Fair in Downtown Bryan on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

The 1st place winner receives a $1,000 cash prize, artwork displayed on select Messina Hof wine labels with artist name and title, artwork displayed in the Messina Hof Gallery among previous winners, and a personal invitation to the Harvest Grand Finale Dinner in August 2026 where the winning artwork will be officially presented to the public. Entry fee is $25.00 with a $20.00 media fee. Submissions must include 1-6 images. Eligibility is limited to Texas residents.