IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Scarecrows reflecting controversial, social, religious or political opinions/statements will NOT be accepted. The St. Charles Business Alliance reserves the right to remove any scarecrow it deems offensive or inappropriate.

• If you are unable to create your scarecrow for any reason, please contact the Alliance immediately so that your designated space can be filled.

• The St. Charles Business Alliance is NOT responsible for the scarecrows throughout the weekend. (Limited Security).

 

CONTEST RULES:

General

• All entries (except Mechanical/Mega) will receive a 4' wide x 6' deep space. NO EXCEPTIONS.

• Mechanical/Mega - maximum space is 8' x 8'.

• NO hand-outs at your contest display. Flyers can only be given out by Event Sponsors or Vendors.

• All entries must be on display during entire event Friday through Sunday.

• One entry per category per person, family, business, or organization. Entries in multiple categories permitted.

Theme/Signage

• Display may reflect a special theme and/or promote a not-for-profit organization, event or business.

• Must be constructed to withstand weather - More set-up details will be emailed upon receipt of this application.

• Signage may be displayed to identify or promote your business, event or organization. Please use weatherproof signs.

Design

• Scarecrow designs must be NEW each year.

• No hazardous items such as tiki torches or gas-powered generators allowed.

• All categories may display lights (powered by batteries only) unless in Mechanical category.

Check-in and Set-up

• All entries will be assigned a location, based on category. Location details will be emailed by September 22nd.

• Set-up is Thursday, October 10th, 8:00AM - 8:00PM.

Tear Down

• Tear down is Sunday, October 13th from 5:00PM - 8:00PM. All Scarecrows must be removed by 8:00 PM Sunday night. Any leftover remnants may incur a fee.