The holiday spirit is about to get a little sweeter with an inaugural Gingerbread House Contest, themed “A Happy, Healthy Home.”
This delightful event, benefiting Rise Above Violence, aims to bring the community together while showcasing creativity and culinary skills.
The contest voting is set to take place in early December, and serves as a test run for future expansions.
Participants can enter in one of three categories:
Family ($25 entry fee)
Teen ($15 entry fee)
Adult ($25 entry fee)
In addition to these categories, a special prize — the Happy Healthy Home Rise Prize — will be awarded to the entry that raises the most funds for the cause.
With a limit of just 12 total entries, the competition promises to be both fierce and festive.
Rules for participants
Entries will be accepted starting today, November 8.
Participants can register online or pickup a form at Pagosa Baking Company.
Contestants will be given a “12×12” board for their gingerbread houses. All materials must be edible, and the use of pre-made kits is prohibited. Entries will be judged based on creativity and taste, with each creation required to feature an element that can be removed for tasting.
All entries must be delivered to Pagosa Baking Company on December 1 or 2 between 10am and 2pm.
Community members can participate in online voting anytime, while in-person voting will take place at the bakery from December 4 to 8.