The 3rd Annual South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition is returning this holiday season, inviting bakers, artists, designers, businesses, and festive creators of all ages to showcase their talents in a celebration of imagination and community spirit.
Hosted by Davis Architecture, the event will take place December 4–6 at AIA Columbia, located at 1530 Main Street in Columbia, and will once again benefit Home Works of America, a nonprofit that provides home repairs for neighbors in need.
Building on the success of its first two years, the competition has quickly become a beloved seasonal tradition, attracting participants from across the state and crowds eager to view the edible masterpieces.
Event Highlights
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Gingerbread House Displays
Featuring detailed, creative designs by amateurs and professionals alike. -
Judging & Awards
Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, along with a People’s Choice Award. -
Community Impact
All proceeds support Home Works of America, helping provide critical home repairs for local families.
Event president Cole Davis said he’s excited to see how the competition continues to grow.
“It has been great to see the community engagement over the last couple of years, and I’m really looking forward to what the teams will bring to the table this year,” Davis said. “Our goal was to bring a family-oriented event to the community while also providing an opportunity for the business community to show their support through a public-facing team building exercise.”
Important Dates
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Registration Deadline: November 28
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House Drop-Off: December 4 by 1 p.m.
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Public Viewing & Voting (Free):
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December 4: 5–9 p.m. during First Thursday on Main
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December 5: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
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December 6: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. during Soda City Market
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Awards Announcement: December 6 at 2 p.m.
Admission is free and open to the public. For entry forms, rules, and sponsorship information, visit the SC Gingerbread House Facebook Page.
