# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Photo Gala
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Northwoods Wildlife Center is thrilled to once again be hosting our much-anticipated Photo Gala, a celebration of the wildlife and natural beauty found in the North American wilderness. 

This photography contest invites both amateur and professional photographers to showcase their talent and passion through captivating images.

We will be accepting submissions until Friday, April 19th or until 300 photos have been submitted, whichever comes first. The entry fee is $20 per submission. 

The public is invited to join us at the Campanile to view and vote on hundreds of amazing photos while enjoying an evening of music, food, and community. There will also be a raffle of incredible baskets donated by local businesses. Doors open at 5pm.

This year's contest has four categories: 

NORTH AMERICAN WILDLIFE: People's Choice - $50 for 1st place; 2nd and 3rd place recognition. Photography of any wildlife species native to North America, including all wild mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, etc.

NATURESCAPES: People's Choice - $50 for first place; 2nd and 3rd place recognition. Showcase the beauty of natural landscapes, such as lakes, sunsets, sunrises, forests, or mountain scenes, etc.

BUGS and BLOOMS: People's Choice -$50 for first place; 2nd and 3rd place recognition. Close-up shots involving insects, flowers, plants, or any combination.

$500 prize for "Photo of the Year" will be judged/selected from all categories combined by three professional photographers.

PROFESSIONAL: This category is for those photographers who want to use their creativity and skill to support the Northwoods Wildlife Center. There is no cash prize for this category, but if you sell, or otherwise produce photography in any professional capacity, and want to support the Northwoods Wildlife Center, this category is for you! 

Enter your photos online at: 
https://northwoodswildlife.org/event/northwoods-wildlife-center-photo-gala/

We hope to see your photo submissions in our inbox and you a the Campanile on the 25th!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minocqua/2026-photo-gala/200029959440533
- **Event Categories**: Photography, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Minocqua
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Campanile Center for the Arts
- **lat**: 45.870078611699
- **long**: -89.711771790053
- **full address**: Campanile Center for the Arts, 131 W Milwaukee St, Minocqua, WI 54548, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Photo Gala being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Photo Gala takes place on Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Campanile Center for the Arts, 131 W Milwaukee St, Minocqua, WI 54548, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Photo Gala?
  - **A:** 2026 Photo Gala is organized by Northwoods Wildlife Center.

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