There are serious art shows. There are respectable gallery exhibitions. And then there is the Peep Art Show, which proudly struts into Carlisle each spring wearing marshmallow dust, googly eyes, and the unshakable belief that creativity should be fun.
From March 20 through April 5, the Peep Art Show fills downtown with color, whimsy, and just enough absurdity to remind us that art doesn’t have to whisper. It can chirp. Loudly. In pastel.
Deadline to submit: March 12 (multiple entries encouraged). Drop off artwork at Pat Craig Studios, 30 W Pomfret Street, Carlisle • Tuesday–Friday, 10–5.
What Is the Peep Art Show?
It is exactly what it sounds like. And also more. Artists of all ages are invited to create original artwork inspired by marshmallow Peeps and submit it for a community gallery show that celebrates imagination, humor, and small-town charm. Kids. Teens. Grown-ups. Serious artists. “I haven’t made art since middle school but suddenly feel called.” Everyone belongs here.
Macaroni Kid note: This is the kind of “drop in and shine” event that works for the whole family. No pressure. No perfection. Just creativity, community, and the occasional glitter incident.
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Is This Actually for My Kid?
Yes. And also for you. This is one of those rare community art opportunities where toddlers with sticky fingers and seasoned artists can exist in the same space, both fully valid, both celebrated. Young kids can explore textures and color. Older kids can experiment with storytelling and mixed media. Teens can be ironic, dramatic, or deeply conceptual. Adults can finally turn that weird idea into something gallery-worthy.
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Events like the Peep Art Show are what make small towns feel alive. They give kids a place to be seen, families a reason to create together, and artists permission to loosen up and play. And they remind all of us that art doesn’t have to be intimidating. It can be joyful, ridiculous, heartfelt, and community-centered all at once.
How to Participate
- Create original Peep-inspired artwork (any medium, any style).
- Drop off at Pat Craig Studios, 30 W Pomfret Street, Carlisle (Tuesday–Friday, 10–5).
- Deadline to submit: March 12.
- Show dates: March 20 – April 5.
- Multiple entries are allowed and encouraged.
Pro tip: the only wrong way to do this is not doing it. Bring the Peeps. Bring the chaos. Bring the art.
