Good street photography starts with paying attention. A passing glance. Perfect timing at a crosswalk. Morning light bouncing between buildings. A crowd moving in one direction while one person goes the other way. You know the moment when you see it.

We’re looking for photos and videos that capture urban life at street level, from people and movement to light, weather, architecture, and the unexpected details in between. Find what catches your eye, frame it your way, and show us what happened.

Video is especially encouraged for this one. Streets move, after all. Motion, sound, and pace can capture moments a still frame can't.

Two winners selected by the Pexels curation team will each receive a Homepage Highlight, giving their work a prominent spot on the Pexels homepage and the chance to reach millions worldwide.

IDEAS TO INSPIRE YOU

* Markets, street vendors, and roadside stalls
* Morning commutes, school runs, and everyday foot traffic
* Signs, storefronts, and the small details that make a street distinct
* Weather and light: rain on the pavement, golden hour skylines, streetlights at dusk
* Traffic, transit, bikes, and the movement of a street in motion
* Quiet residential streets as well as busy commercial ones
* Seasonal changes: holiday markets, streets in summer heat or winter snow

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

* Get your work seen by a global community of creatives, brands, and storytellers
* Share your perspective on the everyday moments that make street photography worth stopping for
* Gain recognition through a Homepage Highlight
* Help build a richer collection of street life from communities around the world

HOW TO ENTER

* Capture a street scene through photo or video
* Share your work using the "Join the Challenge" button on this page
* Submit as many entries as you like before the deadline
* Both photos and videos are welcome

Deadline: September 15, 11:59 PM UTC

Homepage Highlight

Capture city life at street level, from everyday routines to blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments.

Good street photography starts with paying attention. A passing glance. Perfect timing at a crosswalk. Morning light bouncing between buildings. A crowd moving in one direction while one person goes the other way. You know the moment when you see it.

City Scenes

Black and white photo of people with umbrellas crossing a wet city street.

People Walking in City in Rain

Charming Amsterdam street by the canal with parked cars and trees in summer.

Green Trees on City Street near Canal

Bustling Nakamise shopping street in Tokyo with crowds and traditional architecture.

Vibrant Nakamise Shopping Street in Tokyo

Group of friends watch the Chicago skyline at night.

Friends Enjoying Chicago Skyline at Night

Street view of a busy New York City intersection with skyscrapers and vibrant urban life.

Busy New York City Street with Skyscrapers

Monochromatic image of a child frolicking in a water fountain at Station Square, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

Child Playing in Fountain at Belo Horizonte Landmark

A person under an umbrella walks by a quaint European cafe on a rainy day.

City Scenes: Winners

City Scenes

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