ChristmasVille Creative Contests

Unleash your creativity and showcase your artistic skills at ChristmasVille’s annual Gingerbread House Contest! Open to all ages, this contest offers exciting prizes across several categories, and your entry will be a highlight of the festival. Not entering? You can still join in the fun—come by and cast your vote for your favorite Gingerbread House! Contest Entry Details: Registration Deadline: December 1, 2024 Submission Location: Center for the Arts Requirements: Display base size: 24”x24”; Height: No taller than 24” All components must be edible and non-perishable Entry Drop-Off Schedule: Wednesday, Dec 4: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Entry Pick-Up Schedule: Monday, Dec 9: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Please note, items not picked up by 5:00 PM on December 9 will be discarded at ChristmasVille’s discretion. Prize Categories: • Children (5-12 years): $50 • Teen (13-19 years): $75 • Adult Amateur (20+ years): $100 • Adult Professional (20+ years): $100 • People’s Choice: Specialty trophy Festival attendees are invited to visit the Center for the Arts to marvel at these creations and cast their votes. These contests are a fantastic opportunity for artists to showcase their skills and compete for great prizes! Public Viewing & Voting Schedule: Friday, Dec 6: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday, Dec 7: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday, Dec 8: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Special thanks to Vinyet Architecture for their generous sponsorship!

Get ready to ignite your creativity with the return of the LEGO Contest at ChristmasVille! Calling all LEGO enthusiasts to embark on a journey of imagination and fun. Let the holiday spirit inspire your festive-themed LEGO masterpiece! Not entering? You can still join in the fun—come by and cast your vote for your favorite creation! Contest Entry Details: Registration Deadline: December 1, 2024 Submission Location: Center for the Arts Requirements:Please ensure your LEGO builds are on a hard, transportable board no larger than 12”x12” Entry Drop-Off Schedule: Wednesday, Dec 4: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Entry Pick-Up Schedule: Monday, Dec 9: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Please note, items not picked up by 5:00 PM on December 9 will be discarded at ChristmasVille’s discretion. Prize Categories: • Adult (20+ years): $100 cash prize • Teen (13-19 years): $75 cash prize • Child (5-12 years): $50 cash prize • People’s Choice: Specialty trophy Festival attendees are invited to visit the Center for the Arts to marvel at these creations and cast their votes. These contests are a fantastic opportunity for artists to showcase their skills and compete for great prizes! Public Viewing & Voting Schedule: Friday, Dec 6: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday, Dec 7: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday, Dec 8: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Special thanks to Vinyet Architecture for their generous sponsorship!

Showcase your holiday spirit and creative flair in the ChristmasVille Ornament Contest – Cardboard Edition! Join us in transforming simple cardboard into captivating holiday ornaments. This is an excellent opportunity for artists of all ages to demonstrate their skills and compete for wonderful prizes. Contest Entry Details: Registration Deadline: December 1, 2024 Submission Location: Center for the Arts Requirements: Ornaments must be crafted entirely from cardboard. Entry Drop-Off Schedule: Wednesday, Dec 4: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Entry Pick-Up Schedule: Monday, Dec 9: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Please note, items not picked up by 5:00 PM on December 9 will be discarded at ChristmasVille’s discretion. Prize Categories: • Adult (20+ years): $100 cash prize • Teen (13-19 years): $75 cash prize • Child (5-12 years): $50 cash prize • People’s Choice: Specialty ornament Festival attendees are invited to visit the Center for the Arts to marvel at these creations and cast their votes. These contests are a fantastic opportunity for artists to showcase their skills and compete for great prizes! Public Viewing & Voting Schedule: Friday, Dec 6: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday, Dec 7: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday, Dec 8: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Special thanks to New Indy Container Board for their generous sponsorship!