Mike Cunningham’s Annual Scarecrow Contest

Help us decorate Downtown Sun Prairie for fall! Create a scarecrow to be displayed October 3–31.

Design your scarecrow as a fairytale character, storybook figure, animal, fantasy creation—or anything you can dream up! Fun or frightening, bright colors and unique materials are encouraged.

View Scarecrows in person or on the Downtown Sun Prairie Facebook page.

Entry form will be available in August

Key Dates

• Fame Pickup: Throughout September
  • Daily at Beans n Cream and Bank of Sun Prairie (downtown locations during regular business hours)
  • Saturday at the Farmers Market info tent
• Entry Drop-Off: Saturday, October 3, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Downtown Sun Prairie Farmers’ Market.
• Display Dates: October 3–31.

Construction Guidelines

• Must withstand Wisconsin’s October weather (sun, wind, rain).
• All decorations must be securely attached.
• Shoes must be sewn on (if used).
• No straw (fire hazard), lights, lanterns, or perishable items.
• Must be able to move in one piece, with no loose props.
• Size: Minimum height 4’, maximum height 10’; maximum width 4’.

Judging

• Entries are judged at 12 pm on October 3rd on originality, quality, and design.
• Winners will be announced on the Downtown Sun Prairie Facebook page by Monday, October 5th.
• Crowd favorite is determined by voting on Facebook throughout October. Announced November 2nd.

Rules & Notes

• Family-friendly entries only; inappropriate entries may be disqualified.
• The City of Sun Prairie and the Business Improvement District are not responsible for the safety of scarecrows on display.