MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – For the second year, the Ocala/Marion Visitors and Convention Bureau invites residents, visitors and all others who cherish the beauty, life and culture of the region to submit a design that just might end up becoming an official VCB destination postcard.
This year’s theme dovetails perfectly with 2026 being our nation’s 250th anniversary.
“The ‘Find Your Freedom Here’ Postcard Contest calls for original designs that capture the spirit of Marion County through a uniquely American lens,” said the bureau in an announcement. “The winning design will be announced during National Travel and Tourism Week (May 3-9, 2026), celebrating the people and places that make Ocala/Marion County a destination worth exploring.”
Submissions are open now, and run through April 24, after which finalists will be selected for a public voting window from April 27-May 1.
How to enter:
- Capture a photo or design original artwork that reflects how freedom comes to life in Ocala/Marion County. From historic roots to natural beauty, capture the places, colors, and moments that reflect both our local story and the American spirit.
- Photos must capture a location in Marion County that is open to the public.
- Submit your entry through this link: surveymonkey.com/r/7GK3599
Submission guidelines:
- Designs must be horizontal/landscape
- High-resolution photography or original artwork only
- Submissions must represent locations within Ocala/Marion County
- No visible faces or identifiable individuals
- Entries may include patriotic elements such as the American flag, red/white/blue color palettes, or historic references
More details about the contest are available here.