The 5×5 Show
Small Art- Big Cause
An evening of art, community, and creativity featuring dozens of original 5” x 5” artworks—all supporting arts programs and artists in the Temple Terrace community.
Event At-a-Glance
Event Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Temple Terrace Golf & Country Club
Ticket Price
$35 Art Patrons
Artwork Size
5” × 5”
Artist Submission Deadline
August 7, 2026
Artist Submission Fee (includes entry to show)
$25
Event Details
Location:
Temple Terrace Golf & Country Club
200 Inverness Ave
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Attire:
Party Chic / Cocktail
Additional Information:
Refreshments will be served. A pay bar will be available (credit card payments only).
Purpose
The 5×5 Show raises funds for the Temple Terrace Arts Council’s programs that support local artists through exhibitions, community art projects, and grants.
This event provides a unique opportunity to celebrate the arts while helping fund important artistic initiatives in the community.
Exhibition Features
Original 5” x 5” Artwork
Artists, community leaders, and special guests donate original 5” x 5” works of art.
Anonymous Display
All artwork is displayed anonymously during the event. Artists must sign their work on the back only.
Submission Fee
A $25 art submission fee includes admission to the event for the participating artist.
All artwork submitted becomes the property of the Temple Terrace Arts Council.
Artist Eligibility
- Open to visual artists age 21 and older
- Artists may participate from anywhere in the world
- Only 2D artwork in any medium (abstract or representational) will be accepted
Artwork Specifications
- Artwork must be exactly 5” x 5”
- Gallery-wrapped canvas is preferred
- Paper artwork must be mounted on a 5” x 5” rigid support such as mounting board or foam core
- Do not sign the front of the artwork
- Signatures must be placed on the back only
- No framing, matting, or hanging hardware
- Indicate the top of the artwork with an arrow
- Artwork may not include electricity, water, or hazardous materials
Submission & Delivery
Submission Deadline
August 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
(No late entries accepted)
Delivery Location
Omar K. Lightfoot Family Recreation Center
10901 N. 56th Street
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Delivery Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
All artwork submitted is considered a donation to the Temple Terrace Arts Council. Unsold artwork will not be returned.
Event Timeline
Artwork Submission Deadline
August 7, 2026 – 5:00 PM
Online Public Preview
Artwork will be previewed online prior to the event at:
www.templeterraceartscouncil.org
Event Night
September 26, 2026
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Admission
Participating Artists
Free admission with $25 submission fee
Guests
$35 per person
Contact
For more information:
Temple Terrace Arts Council
Phone: 813-988-2787
The Temple Terrace Community Arts Festival, Inc. (dba Temple Terrace Arts Council) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the arts to the community.
