West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival ’26 Photography Contest Deadline Nears; Entries Being Accepted

The deadline is fast approaching for the 2026 West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival Photography Contest. Entries must be in by Thursday, July 30, 2026. ?

?No late entries will be accepted.

The contest is a chance to show off your creativity and love for West Virginia, Clarksburg, Nature, and all things Italian. The photo size has changed this year. The overall size is 11X14.

Please read the following WVIHF Photography Rules and Regulations:

Adults and youth (under 18) welcome — Amateur entries only.

The categories include:

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  All Things Italian
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  Downtown Clarksburg
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  Nature
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  People, Places, & Things West Virginia

Ribbons awarded in every category plus special honors:

People’s Choice | Queen’s Choice | WVIHF Board Award

?Photos will be displayed at the Clarksburg History Museum from ??August 5–September 5. There is a cost of $5 per entry (limit 5 entries per person) Drop entries you entries off at: 340 West Main St., Clarksburg, which is the office of the West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival.

Editor’s Note: Photo is of former Bridgeport resident, former Harrison County business owner, and current Lake Floyd resident Vinnie Oliverio at a past Italian Heritage Festival.