Registration for our 10th Annual Scarecrow Contest is now closed.

Thank you to all who entered!

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The Stafford Garden Club turns 10 years old this year, help us celebrate this big milestone with a creative and spooky scarecrow!

Registration Deadline: September 21, 2024

Prizes: We are using only one category this year, and are awarding first, second and third place prizes based on the number of votes received.

Setup: We ask that participants bring their scarecrows to Haymarket Common on Main Street between 9 AM and noon on Sunday, Sept. 29th. Those who cannot make it downtown on that date, email Hugh Owen at howen@staffordgardenclub.org and we will work with you to find the best place for setting up your scarecrow. Do not set up in the new park with the fire pit. Gas, electric and water lines run underground in that area.

Guidelines: There is no fee to enter. Please make your scarecrow durable enough to withstand severe weather; attach your business, organization, or school name to your scarecrow; and monitor the condition of your scarecrow. Commercially made scarecrows and those with a political theme are not allowed, nor do we allow promotional materials and giveaways. Scarecrows should be taken down by Nov. 2.

Voting: Ballots will be cast at the Stafford Garden Club's booth during Trick-or-Treat on Main on Saturday, Oct. 26. We'll announce the winners at 6 p.m. in Haymarket, here on our website, our Facebook page, and Instagram account.