The Great KG Scarecrow Showdown is a community-wide scarecrow decorating contest designed to celebrate the fall season and the upcoming King George Fall Festival.
All residents, businesses, and organizations are invited to participate by creating a scarecrow based on one of the following themes:
- King George Fall Festival theme: "Back to Our Roots"
- Fall/autumn season
- King George County
The community is encouraged to vote for their favorite scarecrow between October 3 and October 11. If you visit the KGVA tent at the Fall Festival on October 11 and show you voted, you will receive a scarecrow themed giveaway!
How to Enter
To secure your spot in the showdown, register online at kinggeorgecountyva.gov/scarecrowshowdown by Wednesday, October 1, at 11:59 p.m.
Voting & Prizes
A special giveaway will be available for those who show proof of voting at the King George County tent during the Fall Festival on October 11. The contest winner(s) will be announced by October 12 and will receive an item commemorating their accomplishment.
For more information and to view the official contest rules, please visit kinggeorgecountyva.gov/scarecrowshowdown.
A demonstration scarecrow, "Mr. Scarenik," is currently on display at the Revercomb Building (10459 Courthouse Drive) for inspiration.