Fall Fun Festival 2026 -Scarecrow Contest Rules

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens – October 10th

Scarecrows will be constructed OFF-SITE and then displayed at the Gardens the day of the Fall Fun Festival. All scarecrows will be eligible for prizes.

Pick up Supplies & Create your Scarecrow

Come to AVBG to register and pick up the armature, head, and clothes for your scarecrow. Pickup date is:
October 3, Saturday – 10 am to 2 pm

 Register for the scarecrow contest at the table and pay $10 deposit per entry.
o Make sure we can read your email and phone number!
 $5 will be refunded when you bring the scarecrow to AVBG for display (see below)
 Choose an armature (sticks) and we will hand you a head. Choose from a limited selection of clothes.
 Take lots of stuffing with you ! USE BAGS PACKED WITH STRAW OR NEWSPAPER! Empty soda bottles also work well. We can offer tips and tricks.
 DO NOT STUFF WITH UNBAGGED STRAW OR PAPER!
 You will use your own construction supplies and clothes to build your scarecrow and give it character: duct tape, wire, zip ties, yarn, scissors, permanent markers.
 DO NOT USE SCREWS OR STAPLES! We do have to take the scarecrows apart next August!

Delivery & Contest
Bring your scarecrow to AVBG for display and contest judging. Drop off dates are:
October 9, Friday – 10 am to 2 pm

Or at the Fall Fun Festival, October 10, Saturday – 10 am to Noon
 You will receive a 3×5 registration card with your registration number and a safety pin. Pin this card on your finished scarecrow.
 If not previously registered, you can bring your finished scarecrow and register on those 2 days and pay $5 to enter the contest.
 Attach your finished scarecrow to the fence around the Incredible Edibles garden. Make sure the 3×5 registration card is visible. Scarecrow registration and construction closes at 12 NOON on October 10 and scarecrows must be posted by 12:30 p.m. so judges can choose the winners.
 Winners will be announced at the Festival at 1:30 p.m. and notified by phone or email. Gift card prizes will be handed or mailed to winners.

Good Luck!