It’s here! CarvePrize has arrived in Shelby!
May 15th, 2026Lead sponsored by Durga Insurance Group – Farm Bureau Insurance, this year’s Shelby CarvePrize is officially on display downtown from Brown Bear to the The Pizza Factory! Come check out 15 incredible “wowsa” carvings now through the next eight weeks.
Here’s how to join the fun:• Explore each carving display around downtown Shelby
• Scan the QR code (located at each case)
• Pick your top 3 favorites
• Vote once per day until the Festival on July 10 & 11
You must be in downtown Shelby to register. After that, you can vote from anywhere.
Prizes:
1st Place Carving – $2,000
2nd Place Carving – $1,000
Want to take one home?Each carving is part of a silent auction, supporting both the artists and the festival. Your bids and sponsorships help keep this amazing event going AND growing year after year!
Don’t miss it—come downtown, explore the carvings, and start voting today!Latest Posts
