Building a prize-winning gingerbread display can seem like a daunting endeavor. This year award-winning master builder Sara Aicher will offer a class for first-time builders or annual entrants who want some professional tips. Attend the free builder workshop on Saturday, October 18, 10 a.m., at the Jacksonville History Center, 318 Palmetto Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202.
Can’t make the class? Click here for videos by Sara Aicher on how to build an awesome gingerbread display.
Need a starter house? Tiny Town kits are available for $20. Each kit includes an 8″ x 8″ wood base and a paper template for a tiny house, plus recipes for gingerbread and Royal Icing. There are 30 houses available; act now if you would like to purchase one. Email [email protected] and arrange to pick up your kit.
Left: House built using Tiny Town template, base and recipes.
Build Your Own Gingerbread Display
Size limits: Maximum base 24”x24”
Materials: Your display must be 85% edible (and that includes bird seed and pet food).
Theme Categories: Traditional; Fantasy; Religious; Historical Structure / Landmark; Tiny Town House
Prizes in each category plus Best in Show! Gingerbread Extravaganza is a family-friendly event, so please refrain from displays that may be frightening to others.
Age Categories: Youth (up to age12); Young Adult (13-21); Adult (22-60); Senior (60+)
Lighting Guidelines: Lighting your display is not required, but let us know if you will need an outlet or if you will supply battery pack and extra batteries.
Registration Form: There is no fee to enter a display; sign up here.
Schedule of Events
Show Dates: December 13-27 (closed Dec. 14, 23-25), 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Jacksonville History Center, 318 Palmetto Street; onsite parking, lot entrance from Monroe Street (behind Maxwell House Coffee).
Display Delivery and Pickup Dates: Delivery begins November 24, ends December 1. Contact [email protected] to arrange date/time. If you want to keep your display after the show ends on Dec. 27, contact us to arrange pick-up date/time.