Greater St. Cloud Snapshot Challenge

We're kicking off a region-wide photo contest running September 1 through October 15, 2026, and we want to see your best shots of Central Minnesota.

This year's theme is Fall/Autumn, but we're accepting photos from any season. To be eligible to win, however, your photo must capture the beauty and spirit of Fall/Autumn.

As the season begins to change, grab your camera and capture the colors, landscapes, and moments that make fall special across Central Minnesota.  From vibrant leaves and scenic trails to community events, local businesses, hidden gems, architecture, farms, and everyday moments, show us how the changing season brings our region to life.

Submit original photos taken within 25 miles of St. Cloud, including Benton, Sherburne, and Stearns counties.

Prizes
🥇 1st Place: $500
🥈 2nd Place: $300
🥉 3rd Place: $200

Winning photos may be featured in GSC marketing campaigns, social media, and community promotions.

Photos featuring identifiable faces must include a completed Authorization of Use of Photo Form. Download the form here  The form must be named the same as your entry name and will be uploaded in the submittal form.  Failure to do so will disqualify entry.

Ready to enter? You can upload one photo per entry.  You may submit up to three photos.  Submit your photo(s) by October 15.