House of GOCA

Step into a mesmerizing world where sculpture and fashion collide at House of GOCA!  The next exciting wearable art and fashion event happens on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 6–10 p.m. at the Ent Center for the Arts, University of Colorado Colorado Springs. This immersive event promises an evening of bold artistry, inspired by the artwork of Nina Elder, exhibiting at GOCA from November 2025 - March 2026. More Information on the 2026 House of GOCA event and Nina Elder’s solo exhibition coming soon!

Call-For-Entry: 2026 House of GOCA - STARDUST

The House of GOCA returns in 2026! The UCCS Galleries of Contemporary Art (GOCA) is hosting a 1-night runway wearable art and fashion event at the Ent Center for the Arts in Colorado Springs on Friday, February 20, 2026! GOCA is seeking submissions from Colorado-based fashion designers/artists/teams to present mini-collections at the 2026 House of GOCA fashion event.

The theme for the event is STARDUST and inspired by the work of artist Nina Elder. Applications aligning with themes of transformation, humanity, interconnectedness, the cosmos, and related topics will be considered. No prior fashion experience is required to submit to this open call; however, applicants must be able to provide examples of artworks/techniques related to their proposed idea. 

It is FREE for applicants to submit to this open call. Submissions are due by midnight on Monday, September 1, 2025.

Follow the link below for more information and to submit your application!

Tickets for the 2026 House of GOCA will go on sale in late 2025!

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2026 House of GOCA: STARDUST

Friday, February 20th, 2026

*Tickets will go on-sale in late 2025. Tickets are required for this event*