Winning the Astrophotography Prize can be a milestone in your career, something that will be remembered and recognized in the future. It becomes part of your legacy as an astrophotographer, a testament to your dedication, creativity, and talent. This legacy can inspire others and contribute to the field's development.
With an incredible team of international judges and some amazing prizes up for grabs, this is your opportunity to add to your prestige as an astrophotographer!
The Astrophotography Prize is the ONLY worldwide Astrophotography competition devoted to education and raising the standard of astrophotography for all entrants, with real-time Live-Judging and written feedback available from world-class astrophotographers.
ENTRIES OPEN JUNE 15, CLOSE JULY 12, LIVE JUDGING AUGUST 14-16
We’re thrilled to announce a landmark international partnership between the Astrophotography Prize and Chabot Space & Science Center (Oakland, California), one of the most respected public astronomy institutions in the United States.
Exhibition Launch: October 2026
In October 2026, Chabot will open a major public exhibition featuring stunning printed images from the Astrophotography Prize 2026, curated and selected by the Chabot team. The exhibition will run for one full year, with events and presentations showcasing some of the best astrophotography in the world. Want to see your work on the walls at Chabot?
To be considered for exhibition, you’ll need to place in the Top 25 of your category in the Astrophotography Prize 2026.
The top 25 will be announced after Round 2, with category winners kept confidential until October.
Winners announced live at the exhibition opening: US: Friday 9 October Australia: Saturday 10 October
The exhibition opens to the public on 10–11 October (US).
This is a huge international opportunity, and we can’t wait to see what you create!
