Minnesota Student Ministries

MINNESOTA
FINE ARTS

Discover · Develop · Deploy

A place for students to discover their God-given gifts, develop their talents, and use them to glorify God and impact the world around them.

March 6, 2027 · North Central University

Fine Arts Registration Coming Soon! (Late Nov/ Early Dec)Fine Arts Category Submissions & Resources

The Heart Behind Fine Arts

Fine Arts is more than a competition. It helps students discover the gifts God has placed within them, develop those gifts through practice and meaningful feedback, and deploy them in their churches, schools, and communities. Our heart is for Kingdom impact and glorifying God.

⌕DISCOVERIdentify your God-given gifts.
✦DEVELOPGrow your gifts with excellence.
➤DEPLOYUse your gifts to glorify God.

Key Dates & Registration

Important Dates

DEC 1 - JAN 31
Regular registration is open.

*Early category submissions due Jan 31.
FEB 1–5
Late registration open until 11:59 PM on February 5.

No exceptions will be made.
MAR 6
MN Fine Arts Festival @ North Central Univ
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM*
AUG 2–6
National Fine Arts
Orlando, FL

Registration Costs

Regular · Through January 31
$45

Per student, non-refundable

Late · February 1–5
$60

Per student, non-refundable

Each category adds $10 per student. The first category is not included in the registration fee.

All registration closes February 5 at 11:59 PM.

No exceptions will be made.

Early Submission Categories

Due January 31, 2027:

  • Promo Video
  • Short Film
  • Mini Saga
  • Art Categories
  • Writing Division Categories

Entries are evaluated before festival day; late submissions are not accepted.

2027 Early Submission Categories Upload Portal

Festival Day Schedule

Saturday, March 6, 2027 · North Central University

TimeActivityLocation
8:00 AMParticipant Check-inGym
9:15 AMParticipant OrientationSanctuary
9:00–2:30 PMEvaluations (times vary)Various Rooms
11:00 AM–1:30 PMLunchNCU Cafeteria
12:00–2:30 PME-Sports Free PlayE-Sports Lab
3:00 PMNationals Preview ServiceSanctuary
4:30 PMFine Arts Celebration ServiceSanctuary

Participants receive lunch tickets at check-in. Performance schedules are final.

Supporters Are Welcome!

Invite family, friends, church leaders, and future participants to celebrate what God is doing through the gifts and creativity of the next generation. Admission for fans is FREE!

Lunch Tickets: Additional lunch tickets are available for $11 each and can be purchased online through the student registration form or on the day of the event at check-in.

Youth Pastors Guide to Student Support

Before the Festival

  • Read the rule book and evaluation criteria for each category.
  • Practice early and create opportunities for feedback.
  • Check your church's group names, Jr./Sr. divisions, and accompanist selections.
  • Submit early category submissions by the deadline.

Encourage Every Student

  • Celebrate courage, creativity, and progress—not only ratings.
  • Help students prepare their materials and know their time limits.
  • Review the final performance schedule.
  • Remind students their gifts can serve God beyond festival day.

National Fine Arts Festival

2027 Conference · August 2–6 · Orlando, Florida

What happens after District Fine Arts?

Students who receive a Superior with Invitation rating at the District Festival are eligible to participate at National Fine Arts in their qualifying category. Invitation and registration information accompanies their evaluation materials.

Important: National registration is not automatic. Qualifying students must complete the National Office's registration process and meet its deadline.

National Fine Arts Info & Registration

Questions? We're Here to Help!

Minnesota Student Ministries
msm@mnaog.org · 612-332-2400
1315 Portland Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404