Fairfield Chamber of Commerce announces its Third Annual Scarecrow Contest!
These scarecrows will be on display around the Freestone County Courthouse through the month of October.
All ages, individuals, families, clubs, groups, and businesses are welcome to participate. Each person, family, group, or business may have only one entry.
There are three divisions in this contest: Adult (individual or group), Youth (individual or group) and Business.
Theme can be traditional, whimsical, fairytale, humorous, fantasy, celebrity, etc. Design a scarecrow depicting your favorite fairytale, storybook, animal, or fantasy figure and let your imagination run wild.
Use of bright colors or unique materials is encouraged.
All entrants must submit an application to the Chamber. You can pick up an application between September 10-21, 2018.
Space is limited, so it will be based on a first come, first served basis. There are only 22 light posts.
Scarecrows may be installed Saturday or Sunday, October 13-14 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Only scarecrows registered by 4:00 p.m. on September 21st will be considered by the judges. Judging will take place October 15th-19th.
Winners will be announced on October 20th at 1:00 p.m. during Fairfield Fest on the Square.
First place prize in each category is $50 worth of Chamber Bucks to be used at various businesses in Fairfield. Second and Third place winners will receive ribbons.
There is no entry fee; participation is FREE!
For more information, and complete list of rules, contact the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at 903-389-5792 or stop by their office at 900 W. Commerce.
**Coming this winter: 1st Ever Holiday Street Light Decorating Contest!! Taking place of the residential decorating contest, there will be a contest in November-December to decorate the light poles in your favorite holiday theme! And you could WIN BIG! Prizes are $500 for first, $300 for second, and $200 for third. Keep watching for more details!**
