Announcing our January 2026 photo challenge: "Silly Signs"

I came across this sign in a park in St. Petersburg, Russia, many years ago. It says, "Attention! Keep an eye on your things." While the message is serious and a good reminder to tourists, I always thought the illustration was creative and amusing. Photo: Dale Baskin

Our January Editors' photo challenge theme is "Silly Signs."

This month, we're celebrating the silly and strange world of signage that tells an interesting story. Whether you're traveling across the country or just around the corner, show us a photo of a sign with a unique story to tell. It could be a massive billboard along a highway or a quirky notice in your local pub. We can't wait to see what you discover!

Photos can be submitted between Sunday, January 18, and Saturday, January 24 (GMT). The challenge is open to photos captured at any time.

Important: Images MUST include a title and a description of at least 25 words to be eligible. We need to be able to share the story behind your photo. We will consider both photos and captions when selecting our winners, so make sure to tell us that story!

Visit the challenge page to read the full rules and to submit your photos for consideration as soon as the challenge opens.

Visit the challenge page to see the full rules