Get ready for a full day of festive fun, friendly competition, and community cheer! The Marquee at 618 is thrilled to host the Holiday Showdown — a triple-contest event where creativity, holiday spirit, and delicious treats take center stage.
This year, we’re bringing together bakers, builders, decorators, and holiday superfans for a one-day celebration benefiting local children. Each contest entry is $10, with all proceeds going toward purchasing Christmas gifts for kids in our community. ❤️🎁
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✨ THREE COMPETITIONS — ONE FESTIVE DAY
🥧 Pie, Cobbler & Pudding Contest
Think your dessert deserves the Christmas crown? Enter your best pie, cobbler, or pudding and let our judges decide!
🍴 No entry fee for restaurants.
🎟️ Public tasting tickets available.
📲 Restaurants may display QR codes for pre-orders or holiday pie sales.
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🎄 Christmas Tree Cake Decorating Contest
Cute, creative, colorful — how far can you take a Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake?
Open to all ages and skill levels. Supplies provided or bring your own extra flair!
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🍬 Gingerbread House Showdown
From classic cottages to wild and whimsical builds, we want to see your best edible architecture!
Perfect for families, kids, and creative adults.
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🏆 PRIZES
Fun themed prize packs, Marquee gift certificates, bragging rights, and a few festive surprises!
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🎁 WHY WE’RE DOING IT
Every contest entry helps provide Christmas gifts for local children. By having fun, you’re making a real difference this holiday season.
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🎅 JOIN US!
Whether you’re competing, tasting, building, or cheering everyone on, the Holiday Showdown is the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season with the community.
Stay tuned for contest schedules, judging times, and sign-up links!
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