Oak Harbor Gingerbread House Decorating Contest
Participants decorate, display, and compete with homemade gingerbread creations in separate youth and adult divisions. All entries must be fully edible and constructed primarily of gingerbread with creative candy and icing details. Visitors and community members can view the festive displays and cast their votes to help select the winners.
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When
Tickets
$15.
Hours
10:00 AM PST (shown with the December 1, 2026 event listing).
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Oak Harbor
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Tips & Advice
- Complete the required RSVP before visiting so you can take part in the event's community voting.
- Visit during community voting, December 1–11, to view the entries and cast your vote there.
- If you are entering, bring all decorating materials for your gingerbread house; the organizer does not provide supplies.
- Check your entry against the rules: it must be completely edible and at least 75% gingerbread.
- Drop off entries at the Oak Harbor Main Street Association Office November 16–18, within the stated submission window.
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- Cash prizes are awarded in separate youth and adult categories.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enter the contest?
Youth and adults can enter in separate categories. Entries must be family-friendly, completely edible, and at least 75% gingerbread.
Do participants need to register?
Yes. An RSVP is required to enter.
What materials should entrants bring?
Participants provide all materials; decorations can include edible candy, icing, fondant, cookies, cereal, pretzels, or other edible items.
How can visitors take part?
Community members can view the displayed houses and vote for their favorites during the voting period.
How are entries judged?
Youth and adult categories are judged separately, with winners announced after community voting.
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