Free kits available at main branch
It’s that time again! The Alameda Free Library invites Peep-le of all ages to bring their imagination to life by designing and constructing a Peep-tastic diorama featuring Peeps marshmallow characters.
Your challenge? Create a shoebox-sized diorama featuring at least one Peep, inspired by a family-friendly book, movie, TV show, or creative theme of your choice. Use recycled materials, magazines, paint, pipe cleaners, and other craft supplies to bring your Peep-sterpiece to life! The library will even give you a free supplies kit.
Get crafty and have some fun. After all, who doesn’t love an excuse to play with their food?
Free Peeps diorama kits
Need supplies to get started? Starting Friday, March 6, you can pick up a Peeps diorama kit from the Main Library. Each kit includes a small selection of craft supplies to help you get started. Kits can be picked up at the Reference Desk on the second Floor. Please note:
- Kits are available while supplies last, so don’t delay.
- Limit: One kit per person or group.
- Using the kits is not required to participate. You can enter the contest using your own craft supplies.
Important note for those who just might be interested in eating their supplies: The Peeps in the kit are not edible!
Contest rules
The deadline to submit your entry is Tuesday, March 24. All entries must follow these guidelines:
- Diorama must include at least one Peep marshmallow.
- No other food or candy (besides Peeps) is allowed in the diorama.
- Entries must be family-friendly.
- Dioramas must be constructed in 2026.
- Entry base must be no larger than a shoebox and must be freestanding.
- Entries must be dropped off at the Main Library by Tuesday, March 24, and must include the diorama title and creator’s first name. (One entry per person or group.)
- Teamwork is welcome! This is an all-ages contest and fun for the whole family.
- Entries will be judged by Alameda Free Library staff, who will select 1st place and 2nd place winners. Decisions are final. Winners will be announced Friday, April 3.
- Please pick up your entry by Monday, April 13. Unclaimed dioramas will be discarded.
How to submit your diorama
Ready to showcase your Peeps diorama? Submit your entry by Tuesday, March 24, to be eligible for the contest.
- Drop off your diorama at the Reference Desk at the Main Library (second floor) or submit a photo of your diorama to [email protected] by Tuesday, March 24.
- Please make sure to include the title of your diorama and your first name.
- One entry per person/group.
For more details, visit the 2026 Peeps Diorama Contest webpage. Got questions? Call the Main Library Reference Desk at 510-747-7713 or email [email protected].
This program is made possible through the generous support of the Friends of the Alameda Free Library.
