Contest Email Examples
Last updated: January 31, 2026
Contest emails are a dynamic way to engage your audience, increase brand awareness, and drive participation. These emails guide the audience through the stages of the contest, ensuring maximum involvement and excitement.
Contest announcement emails
Send these emails to announce the contest to your audience and create excitement. It's best to send these 1-2 weeks before the contest starts.
Exciting Contest Announcement
Subject:
🎉 Big Contest Coming Soon!
Preview:
Get ready for an exciting opportunity!
Hi there, We're thrilled to announce an exciting contest just around the corner. Stay tuned as we prepare amazing prizes for you. This is your chance to shine and win big! More details will be shared soon. Keep an eye on your inbox! [Learn More] Cheers, The Team
Send 1-2 weeks before the contest starts to build anticipation.
Sneak Peek at Contest Prizes
Subject:
🏆 Sneak Peek: Contest Prizes!
Preview:
Here's what you could win in our upcoming contest.
Hello, Curious about what's up for grabs in our upcoming contest? We can't wait to reveal some fantastic prizes that could be yours! Stay tuned as we unveil each category and prize in the coming days. [Check It Out] Best, The Team
Send 1-2 weeks before the contest to create buzz around the prizes.
Countdown to Contest Launch
Subject:
⏰ Countdown to Our Contest!
Preview:
Mark your calendar and get ready to participate.
Hey, The countdown has begun! Our much-anticipated contest is launching soon. This is your chance to participate and win exclusive prizes. Mark your calendar and stay ready to enter as soon as it opens. [Learn More] Warm regards, The Team
Send 3-5 days before the contest to remind your audience of the launch date.
Contest live emails
These emails are sent when the contest goes live. They should encourage participation and convey the core details. Send on the day the contest starts.
Contest is Now Live
Subject:
🚀 Our Contest is Live Now!
Preview:
Enter today for your chance to win big!
Hi there, The moment you've been waiting for is here! Our contest is now live, and your chance to win amazing prizes begins today. Don't miss out. Enter now for an opportunity to claim your reward! [Enter Now] Good luck! The Team
Send on the contest start date to announce that it is live.
Enter Our Amazing Contest
Subject:
Join Our Contest! Win Amazing Prizes
Preview:
Our contest is open. Enter today!
Hello, We're excited to officially open our contest! This is your chance to showcase your talents and win fantastic prizes. Join the fun and make sure to enter before it's too late. [Join Now] Cheers, The Team
Send as soon as the contest begins to prompt entries immediately.
Don't Miss Out on Our Contest
Subject:
📢 Contest Open: Join Now!
Preview:
The contest has started. Don't miss your chance!
Hey, Our contest has just begun, and we want you to be part of it. With brilliant prizes and a chance to shine, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss! Join the excitement and enter today. [Participate Now] See you there, The Team
Send the day of the contest launch to ensure maximum participation.
Contest reminder emails
Send these reminders to participants who may have forgotten to enter or need additional encouragement. Send halfway through the contest period.
Reminder: Contest Still Open
Subject:
🔔 Reminder: Don't Miss Our Contest!
Preview:
You still have time to participate and win.
Hi there, Just a friendly reminder that our contest is still open! There's still time to participate and win those amazing prizes. Don't wait—join the fun before it's too late. [Enter Here] Best regards, The Team
Send midway through the contest duration as a reminder.
Final Week to Enter Contest
Subject:
Last Call to Join Our Contest 🚀
Preview:
Time is running out. Enter our contest before it ends!
Hello, Time is running out! We're in the final week of our exciting contest, and you don't want to miss out on the rewards waiting for you. Make sure to submit your entry soon. [Join Now] Warm regards, The Team
Send one week before the contest ends to capture late entries.
Don't Forget Our Contest
Subject:
⏰ Reminder: Contest Deadline Approaching!
Preview:
Hurry, the contest closes soon.
Hey, We noticed you haven't entered our contest yet. The clock is ticking, and it would be a shame to miss out on the amazing opportunities. Enter today and grab your chance to win big! [Enter Now] Cheers, The Team
Send to those who haven't entered yet, a few days before the contest ends.
Contest closing emails
These emails remind participants of the last chance to enter. Send these 48 hours before the contest ends.
Final Chance to Enter Contest
Subject:
🔥 Last Chance to Enter Our Contest!
Preview:
Don't miss out on your chance to win.
Hi there, This is it—your final chance to enter our contest and win exclusive prizes. The deadline is fast approaching. Don't hesitate; join today and make your mark! [Enter Now] Good luck, The Team
Send 48 hours before the contest closes to urge last-minute entries.
Contest Closing Soon
Subject:
⏰ Contest Closes Shortly! Enter Now!
Preview:
Hurry, the contest deadline is near!
Hello, Our contest closing time is drawing near! This is your chance to enter and win some amazing prizes. Don't let this opportunity slip away—enter now while you can! [Participate Now] Best of luck, The Team
Send 24-48 hours before the contest ends to create urgency.
Last Day for Contest Entries
Subject:
🚀 Last Day to Enter! Act Fast!
Preview:
Today is your last chance to enter.
Hey, Today marks the final day for you to enter our contest! We're excited to see your entries and hope you take this last opportunity. Participate now before time runs out. [Join Now] See you in the contest, The Team
Send on the last day of the contest to capture remaining entries.
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