C R E A T E Trinidad

The week has arrived!

Trinidad is proud to host the 2026 CCI Summit, June 3–5, throughout Downtown Trinidad!

Over the next three days, 350–400 visitors from across Colorado will be exploring our community, supporting local businesses, and experiencing everything Trinidad has to offer. This is a fantastic opportunity to increase foot traffic, boost sales, and create lasting connections with new customers.

Business owners: Make sure you're ready to put your best foot forward! Review the Business Readiness Guide and take advantage of this exciting opportunity to showcase your business.

View the Business Readiness Guide here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qRujIF6mpibKnVkBgTlbTB5LNsNDpGtS6h_6qweNI1Q/edit?usp=sharing

Let's give our visitors a warm Trinidad welcome and show them why our community is such a special place!

Celebrating Pride, Creativity, and Community in Trinidad

As an organization dedicated to fostering creativity, community connection, cultural vibrancy, and inclusive economic development, CREATE Trinidad believes that thriving communities are built when every individual feels seen, valued, and welcome. Pride Month offers an opportunity to celebrate the diversity that strengthens Trinidad’s cultural identity while honoring the individuals whose contributions continue to shape our city’s artistic, civic, and economic future. We are proud to recognizing our community’s ongoing commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all.

See full proclamation here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kf7uP75TpK3zrFWlNaCDD2SuFpKUCGA6Yy_eVKB3Nk8/edit?tab=t.0

CREATE Trinidad Newsletter

June 2026 Newsletter Celebrating Pride, Creativity, and Community in Trinidad As an organization dedicated to fostering creativity, community connection, cultural vibrancy, and inclusive economic development, CREATE Trinidad believes that thriving communities are built when every individual feels seen, valued, and welco...

BIG NEWS!

CREATE Trinidad is thrilled to announce that the 2026 CCI Summit is officially SOLD OUT!

We can’t wait to welcome a full house to the CREATE Trinidad Creative District for what promises to be an inspiring and unforgettable gathering of creatives, leaders, and innovators from across Colorado.

Didn’t snag a ticket this year? Don’t worry—you can still stay in the loop! Be sure to sign up for the CCI Newsletter to get the latest on grants, opportunities, and regional arts news.

Coming Soon:
• The full CCI Summit schedule and program
• The Governor’s Creative Leadership Award honorees
• Exciting plans for the 2027 & 2028 statewide convenings

Stay tuned… there’s so much more to come!

Deadline Alert, Trinidad Creatives!

Time is almost up to be part of something truly special! CREATE Trinidad is gearing up to host the 2026 Colorado Creative Industries Summit, bringing artists, innovators, and cultural leaders from across the state right here to Trinidad—and we want your work to be front and center.

As part of this exciting, statewide event, we’ll be showcasing small, original works of art on dining tables throughout the summit—giving your pieces incredible visibility to hundreds of attendees.

Submission Highlights:
• Original artwork, ready for sale
• You set your price
• 90% commission to artists (CREATE Trinidad retains 10%)
• Open to a variety of mediums: jewelry, painting, ceramics, fiber, leather & more
• Must be tabletop-sized (under 10 inches high)
• Submit up to 10 pieces
• Juried selection (approx. 120 works chosen)

📅 Key Dates:
• Submission Deadline: May 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
• Notifications: May 12

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your creativity, connect with a statewide audience, and be part of an inspiring celebration of the arts in Trinidad.

Submit your work today—before the deadline slips by! Link to submissions application: https://forms.gle/pQ7jqBMG5mqQdwRu9

CALLING ALL COLORADO ARTISTS

Be part of history in the making.
In celebration of Colorado’s 150th anniversary—and the nation’s 250th—a private foundation is commissioning a large-scale tapestry that tells the story of our state: past, present, and future. This is your opportunity to create a lasting, meaningful work that connects communities to Colorado’s rich and evolving narrative.

Project Highlights:
• Open to Colorado-based artists or artist teams
• Budget: $50,000 (includes artist fee, labor & materials)
• Scale: 9–12 ft high x 5–9 ft wide
• Timeline: June–November 2026
• Includes statewide community engagement + storytelling components

🗓 Deadline: May 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM (MST)
📩 Submit your RFQ as a PDF to: [email protected]

How to Apply:

Download the RFQ info packet
Complete the artist template (PowerPoint or Google Slides)
Save as a PDF
Email your submission before the deadline

Questions? Reach out to [email protected]
or [email protected]
(responses within 24 hours)

Don’t miss this chance to shape how Colorado’s story is told for generations to come.

CREATE Trinidad Newsletter

May 2026 Newsletter Welcome to the CREATE Trinidad monthly newsletter! Our goal is to keep our community up to date about creative events and economic opportunities in our immediate area and throughout the state of Colorado; as well as what we are doing to support your artist's heart and business.

Support Your Creative Vision with the CREATE Trinidad Mini Grant!

CREATE Trinidad is proud to reinvest in our creative community through our Bi-annual Mini Grant Program, funded by revenue from event rentals at Space to Create.

The grant application is now open! Link to application: https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2682/campaign/7664

These grants are designed to fuel momentum—providing gap funding for existing projects that strengthen the connection between creativity and economic growth in our community. Whether you’re advancing an arts initiative, launching a collaborative effort, or expanding a creative endeavor, this is an opportunity to take your work further.

💡 Grant Awards: $100–$500
📅 Deadline: June 30

We’re committed to empowering local creatives and supporting projects that contribute to community development and long-term economic sustainability.

Ready to bring your next phase to life? Apply and keep creating.

GET LIT! Festival is back — and Early Bird pricing is ON!
Snag your discounted pass now through June 19, 2026 and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of words, creativity, and connection. Get tickets here: https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2682/campaign/8773

Each year, CREATE Trinidad welcomes acclaimed writers from across the country to lead dynamic workshops filled with real-world insight, craft, and inspiration.

📚 September 18–20, 2026
Join us for a three-day celebration featuring:
• A kickoff fundraising dinner & silent auction
• Open mic nights to share your voice
• Hands-on workshops for writers of all levels

GET LIT! is more than a festival—it’s an investment in our community. Visiting writers provide free school programs for local youth, and students attend workshops at no cost with a valid ID. Every ticket purchased helps keep these opportunities alive and accessible.

Don’t wait—lock in Early Bird pricing before June 19 and be part of something inspiring.

Let’s write, share, and GET LIT together!

Sponsorship OPPORTUNITIES: Trinidad Wellness Festival on May 29-31, 2026 Select Your Impact LevelChoose your sponsorship tier from the "Tickets" section below. Every Anchor Sponsor receives one complimentary Festival T-shirt and full promotional integration across all media platforms.🏆 5K Title Sponsor ($1,500 - Exclusive): Own the Saturday morning anchor event! Inclu...