AZ Woodworking Contest

Show off your woodworking chops, hang out with AZ makers, and get $50 for entering.

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Here's Your Invite 2026 Woodworking Contest Registration

Here's everything you need to know to enter and attend the best woodworking event in town!

 Free to Enter! Here's How to Participate 1. Register

It’s 100% free. When you’re ready to enter your project, go here:

 Register for Free 2. Projects Due

Saturday February 28, 2026. Pack your project in a box and deliver to any of our AZ locations.

More details below

 3. Show Day

Saturday March 7, 2026
8:00 am- 7:00 pm
Tempe location Kyrene & Elliot

 Enter a Project, Get $50 Store Credit Want to Win $500?

We’re stoked to recognize our marvelous local woodworking community and the people who enjoy woodworking. This event is all about showcasing the beauty of custom, handcrafted decorative home furnishings made by local Arizona woodworkers of all skill levels.

That’s why we give you $50 store credit when you enter a project.

We keep the event free, and we pay you. It’s crazy, but it’s what we do.

Yes Prizes, Too
• 1st Prize: $500 store credit
• 2nd Prize: $300 store credit
• 3rd Prize: $100 store credit

Yes, there’s an element of friendly competition. Visitors to the show will have a chance to vote for their favorite projects, and we’ll award some prizes to the most delightful projects by way of a public vote.

 Rooted in Arizona. Built by Hand. Theme: "The Copper State"

Create a project that tells an Arizona story. Maybe it’s the material. Maybe it’s the function. Maybe it’s the attitude. From copper-rich earth to working ranches, farm fields, citrus groves, or the harsh desert climate itself, this is your chance to turn Arizona’s identity into something tangible. (Pictured: Francis' 2025 American theme winning replica of the USS Arizona)

 Dale's Copper Band Hollow Form Andrew's Local Ash Turning Jason's State Plaque Come to the Show Woodworking Show + Awards

March 7, 2026, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Woodworkers Source Tempe
645 W. Elliot Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85284

Awards Reception, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

 Find the Store Frequently Asked Questions
How do I participate?

Awesome, so glad you asked!

  1. Sign up here (it's free)
  2. Bring your project on February 28, 2026
  3. Come to the event on March 7
Do I have to buy anything from Woodworkers Source?

Nope.
Does my project have to be new?

No. But, I'd highly suggest refreshing it so you make a strong impression.
Can I enter more than one project?

To judge, no. To show, probably.
Do I keep my project after the contest?

You bet! We want to take pictures of your project to show off, but after the show, please take your project home with you.
What if I don't think I'm good at woodworking?

Welcome to the quest! None of us think we're any good anyway, you're in good company. This is a friendly competition, use it as a challenge to improve your skill. Try something new, and have fun perticipating.
What if I'm not in Arizona?

If you can deliver and pickup your project, you're welcome to enter. If not, perhaps just add your project to our project gallery instead.