The 2nd Annual South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition Returns to Columbia
December 7 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition is set to return for its 2nd year, bringing festive cheer and community spirit to Columbia. The event is scheduled for December 7, 2024. This year’s event will benefit Home Works of America, a nonprofit dedicated to repairing homes for low-income families across the state.
Held at AIA Columbia on Main Street Columbia, the competition will showcase stunning, hand-crafted gingerbread creations from teams in the design/build community and professional bakers. Participants of all team sizes and skill levels are invited to compete and awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place as well as a “People’s Choice” winner. The event is free to the public on Dec 7, 2024 from 9am – 1pm, offering a perfect holiday outing for families and community members to enjoy.
Event Highlights
- When: December 7, 2024
- Where: AIA Columbia , 1530 Main Street Suite C Columbia, SC
- Cost: Free for spectators; entry fees for participants, Tickets for Cocktail Party
- Competition Categories:
- Best in Show
- 2nd Place
- 3rd Place
- People’s Choice
Proceeds from entry fees and donations will support Home Works of America, continuing its mission of providing critical home repairs for those in need. Last year’s competition raised funds for Rapid Shelter Columbia, enabling that organization to impact even more individuals struggling with homelessness.
“We are thrilled to host this event for the second year,” said Cole Davis, SC Gingerbreadh House Competition President and head of Business Development at Davis Architecture. “The gingerbread house competition is a wonderful way to bring together professionals in the design/build community, support a great cause, and celebrate the holiday season.”
How to Enter:
Gingerbread enthusiasts interested in participating can apply here. The deadline for registration is November 15, 2024, and rules for entry, along with baking guidelines, are available online.
About Home Works of America
Home Works of America is a nonprofit organization that has been transforming lives and repairing homes for low-income homeowners in South Carolina since 1996. The organization’s mission is to show God’s love through the service of providing home repairs to elderly and disabled homeowners, while also mentoring young volunteers in the value of service.
For more information about the South Carolina Gingerbread House Competition or to become a sponsor, please contact Beth Lawson at [email protected].