Adire & Traditional Crafts Competition 2026
Adire, aso-oke, beadwork, wood carving, pottery and leatherwork: heritage crafts deserve a modern spotlight, and this is it.
Free to enter · Registration 1–30 November 2026
Registration opens in
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Opens at 12:00 am on 1 November · Closes at midnight on 30 November · Lagos time (WAT)
The winners’ circle
Extraordinary talent. Exceptional rewards.
Total cash prizes
₦2,000,000
1st Place
₦1,000,000
Cash award · NGN
+ 1 year Gold tier
2nd Place
₦500,000
Cash award · NGN
+ 1 year Silver tier
3rd Place
₦300,000
Cash award · NGN
+ 1 year Silver tier
4th Place
₦200,000
Cash award · NGN
+ 1 year Silver tier
What you can submit
- • Photos of finished pieces
- • Process shots of dyeing, weaving or carving
- • A PDF catalogue of your work
Up to 6 files, 25MB each, plus video or audio links. You keep 100% ownership of your work.
What judges look for
- • Mastery of the traditional technique
- • Fresh, contemporary expression
- • Quality, finish and cultural depth
How it works
- Step 1
Register free
Create your free account and pick Adire & Traditional Crafts on the entry form.
- Step 2
Screening
Our team screens and tests entries in every category.
- Step 3
Showcase
Approved entries are featured on the main Challenge page.
- Step 4
Top 20 & judging
Our expert judges pick the best work. Four winners share ₦2,000,000.
