What A Hoot!
Brought to you by the Village of Coxsackie
Timeline
Below is our timeline of events for our 2026 What a Hoot! Festival.
2025-09-21
Artist and Sponsor Packets Available
See the downloads tab.
2025-12-01
Sponsor Packet and Payment Deadline
All individuals and businesses interested in being an Owl sponsor must return packets and payment by December 1st.
2025-12-31
Artist Sketch Deadline
The deadline for artists to submit an Owl sketch with all accompanying paperwork.
2026-01-17
Selection Reception date
Sponsors will choose their Owl/artists at this reception open to artists and sponsors only. This date is approximate.
2026-01-17
Notification of Artists Selected Date
Artists will be notified that they have been selected by a sponsor, and will pick up their owl to begin work. This date is approximate.
2026-04-05
Completed Owls Deadline
This is the firm deadline for artists to return their finished Owls. They will then be sent for clear-coating.
2026-05-27
2026 Owls Out on Perches
We hope to get all Owls on their perches by Memorial Day Weekend.
2026-09-07
Gala and Auction 1-4pm
Our auction will take place at a venue and date to be determined.