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37th Annual
Phil Mueller Memorial
Painters Competition
 
The premier skill-based industrial painting competition in the Houston area.

Join us for a day of high-level competition, camaraderie, and community as teams of industrial painters compete for cash prizes, AMPP training, and ultimate bragging rights for 2026.

A Tradition of Skill. A Celebration of Community.

The Coating Society of the Houston Area invites you to the 37th Annual Phil Mueller Memorial Painters Competition at the Pasadena Fairgrounds in Pasadena, Texas.

Industrial painters from across the region will showcase their expertise in a high-stakes, skill-based contest judged by industry professionals. Come out to support the teams, enjoy great food, music, games, door prizes, and more. Free to attend and fun for the whole family!

Date
Saturday,
March 21, 2026
Time
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Competition starts at 9:00 AM
Location
Pasadena Fairgrounds
BBQ Pavilion
7902 Fairmont Pkwy.
Pasadena, TX 77504
Admission
Free
To Attend
Bring your family and friends!
The Competition

Teams of three—foreman, craftsman, and helper—will go head-to-head in a timed, skill-based industrial painting challenge.

First place wins $1,200 and three free AMPP training courses.
Paint, panels, and compressed air will be provided.
Each team or sponsor supplies the remaining equipment.
Entry is free.
Compete for the bragging rights for all of 2026.
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Bring Your Family for a Day of Fun!
Games
Fun for all ages
Food & Drinks
Hot dogs, burgers,
and other snacks
Door Prizes
Great prizes throughout
the day
Kids Activities
Activities to keep
the little ones smiling
Questions or Want to Get Involved?
Team Sign-Up
Bob Yates: 713-826-3778
Ernie McDaniel: 713-252-1479
Amber Anderson: 832-492-6537
Tailgating & Event Info
Amber Anderson: 832-492-6537
Pete Mitchell: 713-301-0354
Donations & Door Prizes
Robert Cameron: 832-268-0925
Suzanne Moreno: 281-658-5710
Phil Mueller
Honoring Phil Mueller
 

This annual competition has been renamed to memorialize an active member of the Coating Society of the Houston Area and a strong advocate for our Annual Painters Competition—Mr. Phil Mueller.

His absence has been felt by the entire community. We will make sure that his legacy continues through the activities he loved being involved in, including the Painters Competition.