Every year, The Big Draw Festival Awards celebrate the incredible creativity, innovation and impact of the organisations and individuals who take part in The Big Draw Festival around the world.
These awards recognise standout events that embody the spirit of The Big Draw - making drawing accessible, inclusive, and a powerful tool for storytelling, education, wellbeing and social connection.
From libraries and schools to galleries, museums, community groups, and more, the Awards shine a light on the imaginative ways people bring the annual Big Draw Festival to life.
Past awards categories have included:
- Big Draw Schools Award
- Clubs and Societies Award
- Galleries and Museums Award
- Community, Library and Participatory Award
- Guest Panellists' Choice Award
- People's Choice Award
Winners are awarded up to £500 to support future drawing projects, receive bespoke Big Draw Award certificates, and the opportunity to be featured on our website and social media channels.
Whether you hosted a pop-up sketching event, a school-wide puppet parade, or a large-scale community mural as part of The Big Draw Festival, we want to hear from you!
How to Enter
If you’ve signed up to The Big Draw Festival 2025, you’re eligible to apply. Entries are open - simply login to your Big Draw account on our website, head to your dashboard, and follow the link that says 'Apply for an Award'.
Join the Festival to take part and be eligible for our Awards.