Outdoor Events Photography Competition 2026
Capture the Energy. Tell the Story. Freeze the Moment.
Whether it's the energy of a packed crowd, an incredible live performance, a dramatic sporting moment or a candid image that perfectly captures the atmosphere, we'd love to see your best outdoor event photography.
From festivals and concerts to sporting occasions, community celebrations and spectacular outdoor performances, we're looking for photographs that bring an event to life and make the viewer feel as though they were there. Get creative, get outside and get entering! 📸
What Are We Looking For?
Outdoor events provide endless opportunities for photographers. Look for photographs that capture atmosphere, emotion, action and the unique character of an event. Your image could show the spectacle itself or reveal a quieter moment happening within the crowd.
Capture the Atmosphere
Show us the energy, emotion and atmosphere of the occasion. Look for fleeting moments that communicate what it felt like to be there.
Live Performances
Concerts, festivals and outdoor performances offer colour, movement, dramatic lighting and plenty of opportunities for creative images.
Sporting Moments
Capture action, anticipation, celebration and those split-second moments that can define an outdoor sporting event.
Candid Moments
Look beyond the main spectacle for genuine reactions, interactions and spontaneous moments among performers, participants and spectators.
Outdoor Spectacle
Make the most of dramatic locations, changing weather, natural light and the scale of an outdoor event to create memorable photographs.
Think Creatively
Don't simply document the event. Experiment with perspective, composition, timing and processing to create something distinctive.
Improve Your Chances of Success
Great event photography is about being ready for the moment. Consider these simple approaches when selecting and creating your images.
Capture the atmosphere
Look beyond the obvious and try to capture the energy, emotion and atmosphere of the event. Look for those fleeting moments that tell the story.
Think about your composition
Keep an eye on distracting backgrounds, clutter and unwanted elements. Use your position, perspective and framing to make your main subject stand out.
Look for the decisive moment
Events are full of spontaneous moments, so be ready to capture genuine reactions, interactions and action as they happen.
Make your images stand out
Consider your crop carefully, and don't be afraid to experiment with different compositions. Take some time to process your images so that exposure, colour, contrast and sharpness work together to create a strong final photograph.
Ready to Enter?
Entry is just £1 GBP per image, and you can enter as many images as you like. So choose your strongest outdoor event photographs and give them the chance to be recognised.
Enter the Competition View Current EntriesCompetition Prizes
There are fantastic Society membership prizes available for the top three photographs, giving the winners access to a range of benefits for photographers.
12 Months Free
One year free Digital Membership of any of our Societies.
- Entry to all membership-only competitions
- Unrestricted access to the members' photography forum
- Access to the members-only Facebook group
- Listing on our photography directory
- Qualifications and distinctions through image submission
- Professional Imagemaker for 12 months
6 Months Free
Six months free Digital Membership of any of our Societies.
- Entry to membership-only competitions
- Members' photography forum access
- Members-only Facebook group
- Photography directory listing
- Qualifications and distinctions
- Professional Imagemaker for 6 months
6 Months Free
Six months free Digital Membership of any of our Societies.
- Entry to membership-only competitions
- Members' photography forum access
- Members-only Facebook group
- Photography directory listing
- Qualifications and distinctions
- Professional Imagemaker for 6 months
No cash alternatives will be given.
Enter your best outdoor event photography before the competition closes.
Competition Rules
- Enter as many images as you like.
- The work must be that of the entrant.
- No entry will be eligible that has been made under the supervision of an instructor or as a class assignment.
- No distinguishing marks on the images.
- Images submitted must be no larger than 2000 pixels wide.
- All entrants must be able to supply a high resolution image (300dpi).
- Copyright of the images remains with the photographer. The Societies recognises that the entrant, the author of the photograph, retains complete and full ownership of the copyright in each submission.
- Entries can be used for publicity purposes only by The Societies and may be printed in our magazine Professional Imagemaker, as well as for other promotional purposes.
- Competition closes 30 November 2026.
- The judge's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
- By entering this competition you will also be opting in to The Societies' Newsletter, but you have the option to unsubscribe at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter?
Entry costs just £1 GBP per image.
How many images can I enter?
There is no limit on the number of images you can enter. You can submit as many photographs as you like, with each image costing £1.
What type of photography can I enter?
We are looking for photographs from outdoor events, including live performances, festivals, sporting occasions, community events and other outdoor gatherings. Strong images should capture atmosphere, action, emotion or the character of the event.
What size should my image be?
Submitted images must be no larger than 2000 pixels wide. Entrants must also be able to supply a high-resolution 300dpi version.
When does the competition close?
The Outdoor Events Photography Competition closes on 30 November 2026.
Show Us Your Best Outdoor Event Photography
Capture the atmosphere. Find the decisive moment. Tell the story. Enter your favourite images today for just £1 per image.
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