Important Notes about Deadlines in CaFÉ
Deadlines in CaFÉ are on the day of the deadline at 11:59 PM in the time zone selected by the sponsoring organization.
⚡ TIP: Find your current local time at TimeandDate.com
Deadline dates in CaFÉ are determined by the arts organization sponsoring the call for entry. If you missed a deadline, contact the arts organization to inquire about their deadline policy. The CaFÉ team is unable to extend call deadlines for you.
Each call listing on CaFÉ includes a clearly marked entry deadline date and time zone.
✨ Tips to Never Miss a Deadline
Allow time for unforeseen circumstances while submitting, including (but not limited to) network connectivity, equipment or software failures, personal or professional conflicts, etc.
Read the call description carefully and prepare your materials for submission.
Opt in to receive the CaFÉ Call Listings bi-weekly email notification and learn about approaching deadlines. Learn how to opt in to emails in your account settings.
Have upload-ready digital files of your artwork.
Don’t wait until the last minute to apply. Our support team is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. MDT. If you need help, keep in mind that we’re only available during these hours. Waiting until the last minute may mean you won’t get the assistance you need in time.
