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8th Annual Gingerbread Competition Registration
Unleash your inner baker at the 8th Annual Gingerbread Competition! This event invites participants aged 14 and older to create edible masterpieces. Registration is open from October 6th to November 7th, with a $10 fee. Prizes include cash awards up to $1,500 and category-specific gift cards. Judging focuses on general appearance, originality, and technical difficulty. The competition culminates in an awards ceremony on November 24th, followed by a public display of the gingerbread houses from November 25th to December 1st.
What to Expect
Edible gingerbread creations competition with cash prizes
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $10 – Get tickets
- Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)
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Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Bakers, families, holiday enthusiasts
Vibe
Creative, festive, competitive
Energy Level
Medium
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
Weather Sensitivity
None
Special Events & Promotions
- 1st place prize is $1,500 cash
- Category prizes include University Place Gift Cards
- Previous year's 1st place winner eligible for other prizes
Location
Event Details
Duration
Awards event: 1 hour; Display open during shopping center hours
Ages
14+
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
University Place
Food & Drink
Food court and restaurants available on-site
Quick Actions
Tips & Advice
- Ensure your gingerbread creation is mounted on an 18"x18" wood base and is no taller than 24" to meet competition requirements.
- Deliver your entry on Saturday, November 22nd, between 6:00-9:00 pm, as this is the only drop-off time.
- If you are the 1st place winner from the previous year, you are eligible to win 2nd, 3rd, or category prizes, but not 1st place again.
- All components of your display must be edible, excluding wrappers, and no perishable food items or electronics (except for one battery-operated light) are allowed.
- Consider adding a 4"x6" card with a story or explanation about your creation for the judges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the prize details?
The competition offers a 1st place prize of $1,500 cash, 2nd place of $750 cash, and 3rd place of $375 cash. Additionally, there are category prizes of a $200 University Place Gift Card for 'Most Holiday Spirit/Festive', 'Best Theme', 'Unique Use of Candy', 'Most Unique Structure', and 'Best Use of 18x18 space'.
Who can enter the competition?
The competition is open to individuals aged 14 and older. However, the 1st place winner from the previous year is not eligible to win 1st place again but can compete for other prizes.
What are the size and construction requirements for entries?
Entries must be freestanding, mounted on an 18"x18" wood base, and no taller than 24". They must be original, with no kits allowed, and all major components must be constructed of gingerbread. No perishable food items or electronics are permitted, except for one battery-operated light within the structure.
When and where do I need to deliver my gingerbread creation?
Entries must be delivered to University Place on Saturday, November 22nd, between 6:00-9:00 pm. Entries not delivered by 9:30 pm will be disqualified.
When can the public view the gingerbread houses?
The gingerbread houses will be on display to the public in Santa's Village (the former Forever 21 space) from November 25th to December 1st, during regular shopping center hours.
Always check the official website for the most current information.
We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.