2026 Creative Contests

Creativity meets sustainability in the Cardboard Ornament Contest, an imaginative challenge to turn simple cardboard into something truly spectacular. Artists of all ages are invited to craft a one-of-a-kind holiday ornament using only cardboard. These unique creations will be displayed throughout ChristmasVille weekend and judged in age-based categories. Festival goers will also cast their vote for their favorite to win the People's Choice award. Entry Fee: $10 Guidelines: • Ornaments must be made entirely from cardboard Prize Categories: • Children (5–12): $50 • Teens (13–19): $50 • Adults (20+): $50 • People’s Choice: Specialty ornament • Spirit Award: Certificate and festive swag Entry Drop-Off • Wednesday, December 2 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Center for the Arts Public Viewing & Voting • Friday, December 4 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM • Saturday, December 5 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Sunday, December 6 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Winners Announced • Sunday, December 6 at 4:00 PM during the Festival’s Closing Ceremony Entry Pick-Up • Sunday, December 6 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM • Monday, December 7 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM Any items not picked up by 2:30 PM on December 7 will be disposed of at ChristmasVille’s discretion.

Turn frosting and candy into a festive masterpiece! The annual Gingerbread House Contest invites bakers and builders of all ages to create sweet holiday showpieces to be displayed during ChristmasVille weekend. Whether you are a seasoned pro or trying it for the first time, this is your chance to showcase your skills and spread a little sugar-coated cheer. Entries will be judged across age categories with cash prizes awarded, and the public will vote for the coveted People's Choice trophy. Entry Fee: $10
 Guidelines:
 • Base size no larger than 24" x 24"; height no taller than 24"
 • All components must be edible and non-perishable Prize Categories:
 • Children (5–12): $75
 • Teens (13–19): $75
 • Adult (20+): $75 • Business: Window Painting • People’s Choice: Specialty trophy • Spirit Award: Certificate and festive swag Entry Drop-Off • Wednesday, December 2 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Center for the Arts Public Viewing & Voting • Friday, December 4 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM • Saturday, December 5 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Sunday, December 6 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Winners Announced • Sunday, December 6 at 4:00 PM during the Festival’s Closing Ceremony Entry Pick-Up • Sunday, December 6 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM • Monday, December 7 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM Any items not picked up by 2:30 PM on December 7 will be disposed of at ChristmasVille’s discretion.

Brick by brick, bring your holiday imagination to life! The LEGO Build Contest is a ChristmasVille favorite, open to LEGO lovers of all ages. From snow-covered scenes to festive creations of your own invention, this is your chance to design something merry and magical. All entries will be on display during the festival, with voting open for both judges and the public to select their favorites. Entry Fee: $10 Guidelines: • Entry must be built on a hard, transportable board no larger than 12" x 12" Prize Categories: • Children (5–12): $75 • Teens (13–19): $75 • Adults (20+): $75 • People’s Choice: Specialty trophy • Spirit Award: Certificate and festive swag Entry Drop-Off • Wednesday, December 2 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Center for the Arts Public Viewing & Voting • Friday, December 4 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM • Saturday, December 5 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Sunday, December 6 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Winners Announced • Sunday, December 6 at 4:00 PM during the Festival’s Closing Ceremony Entry Pick-Up • Sunday, December 6 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM • Monday, December 7 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM Any items not picked up by 2:30 PM on December 7 will be disposed of at ChristmasVille’s discretion.