Share the Håfa Adai Spirit
of Guam through Art
The Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) invites students across Guam to participate in the 2026 Youth Art Contest celebrating the Håfa Adai Spirit. This initiative encourages young artists to share their interpretation of Guam’s culture, hospitality, and island pride through art. Selected artworks will be showcased at the A.B. Won Pat International Airport, helping create a meaningful Sense of Place for visitors arriving on island. Through the creativity and perspective of Guam’s youth, the exhibit will welcome travelers with a visual expression of the island’s culture, warmth, and community.
Who Can Participate
- Students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade
- Students attending schools on Guam
- Individual student entries only (one submission per student)
Artwork Requirements & Regulations
- Theme: “What does the Håfa Adai Spirit mean to you?”
- Maximum Artwork Size: 11” x 14”
- Medium: Any 2-dimensional medium may be used (crayons, colored pencils, paint, markers, etc.).
- Artwork should be flat and unframed (no glass, frames, or bulky materials).
- Artwork may not contain copyrighted characters or logos, such as cartoon characters or brand logos. Submissions containing copyrighted material may be disqualified from the contest and may not be included in the airport exhibit or any related promotional materials.
Contest Timeline*
- Submission Deadline: April 15, 2026
- Judging Period: April 16-17, 2026
- Airport Exhibit Opening: April 24, 2026
*Dates and deadlines may be updated as needed. Please stay connected through GVB’s official channels for the latest information.
Categories
- Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
- 3rd Grade – 5th Grade
- 6th Grade – 8th Grade
Prizes
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three winners in each category.
| Placement | Prize |
| 1st Place | $100 |
| 2nd Place | $75 |
| 3rd Place | $50 |
Winning artwork will also be featured in the Guam Airport.
How to Submit
- Students may submit entries individually or through their school.
- Artwork must be submitted together with a completed Student Entry & Parent/Guardian Consent Form.
- Please write the student’s name, school, and grade lightly on the back of the artwork.
Submission Options:
- Through Participating Schools
Students may submit their artwork through their school, if the school is coordinating group submissions.
- In Person Drop-Off
Artwork and completed entry forms may also be submitted at the following locations:
Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB)
Attention: Ina Carillo
Tumon, Guam
Big Fish Creative (BFC)
Attention: Ryan Ramolete
Tamuning, Guam
