2008 Strawberry Festival Contests and Competitions

(Scroll down for Wine & Harvest Festival and Winter Festival Contests)

Plein Air Painting Competition brings the artist outside to work directly from nature. Nationally-recognized artists and amateurs compete for cash awards. Art lovers are invited to come watch the artists at work, then bid on your favorite piece in a silent auction being held at the Cedarburg Cultural Center on Saturday, June 28, 2008 from 10:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m. This is a call to artists and collectors alike. Artists interested in competing in the Plein Air Painting Competition (Adult Division) click here for rules and entry forms.

Plein Air Painting Competition- (Youth Division)
This unique contest for children of all ages 17 and under is believed to be the only one of its kind in the nation. In partnership with the Cedarburg Artists Guild, the Cedarburg Cultural Center is pleased to announce its fifth annual “Plein Air” Painting Contest-Youth Division. Young artists interested in artistically portraying Cedarburg’s charm can register for the contest beginning in May. Click here for registration information.(262) 375-3676

Cedar Creek Settlement’s Fun, Free Strawberry Contests, June 28 & 29
Strawberry Shortcake Eating Contest: Saturday & Sunday, 1:30 pm. Prizes!
Strawberry Bubblegum Blowing Contest: Saturday & Sunday, 2:00 pm. Prizes!
Strawberry Bob Contest: Saturday & Sunday, 3:00 pm. Prizes!
Sign-up begins at Noon Daily at Cedar Creek Settlement, corner of Washington Ave. & Bridge Rd.

Calling all artists... Strawberry Festival T-shirt Design Contest is seeking t-shirt designs for our 2008 Strawberry Festival. At the close of the contest the Festival staff will review all of the submissions and declare a winner. The winner of the design contest will receive a $100 and a free T-shirt as well as the honor of seeing all the festival-goers who purchase a shirt, wear them proudly. The contest is open to all. Click here for a contest form  which must be included with your submission. Deadline: May 1, 2008.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters Berry Big Run,June 28, 2008, 9:00 a.m.
Cedar Creek Park Historic Cedarburg, WI The 17th Annual 5k run/walk draws over 500 participants and kicks off the Cedarburg Strawberry Festival. The run/walk course is throughout the historic Cedarburg and is USATF-certified with computerized results. Run/walk pre-registrants receive a free, uniquely designed commemorative t-shirt. Prizes awarded for the first three best finishers in several categories. All proceeds go toward Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ozaukee County. Click here for a registration form.(262) 377-0784

2008 Ozaukee County Humane Society Pet Talent Show. Will your pet be the star of the show at the Ozaukee County Humane Society’s Pet Talent Show? This annual outdoor event during Cedarburg’s Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 28 at 10:30 am, in the parking lot at Cedar Creek Settlement, located at the corner of Washington & Bridge. Enter your pet on site by 10:00 am or register in advance using the entry form.

Whether your pet is fluffy, furry or feathery there are several categories to enter*Best Dancer *Largest Smile *Most Unusual Pet Trick *Best Festival Outfit * Best Wiggler *Most Talkative.

Entry fee is $3.00 and all pets must be leashed or in an enclosure. Entrants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. For information or questions, please call the Ozaukee County Humane Society at 262-377-7580.

2008 Wine and Harvest Festival Contests and Competitions

Historic District Merchants are invited to participate in the Annual Scarecrow Contest for Wine & Harvest Festival. Build you scarecrow on Thursday, September 18 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Judging will begin at 4:00 p.m. The more whimsical, creative and fun the better! Scarecrows will should remain on display until Monday, September 22. Check out the great prizes! Click here for entry form and rules.
September, 2008


Chalk It Up—Sidewalk Art Contest Saturday, September 21, 2008.From 11:00 am-2:00 pm come and express yourself at this NEW Sidewalk Art Contest. Kids and adults can draw within designated squares on the sidewalk at Cedar Creek Park for a chance to win cash prizes. Register to enter at the Cedarburg Cultural Center or at Cedar Creek Park on Saturday, September 21, 2008. Kids Categories: Ages 5 & under—1st place $25, 2nd $15; 6-8—1st place $50, 2nd $25; 9-12—1st place $50, 2nd $25; and 13-17—1st place $75, 2nd $50. Adults: 18 and over—1st place $100, 2nd $75. Registration fee is $3.00 for kids and includes a box of chalk. Adult fee is $5.00 and must provide own chalk. Registration begins in September.

For more information, contact the Cedarburg Cultural Center during regular business hours at 262-375-3676. RAINDATE: Sunday September 22, 2008, at 11:00 am.

Stomp, Spit and Bob

Free! Sign-ups begin at 11:00 am Saturday & Sunday at the Cedar Creek Settlement
1:00 & 3:00 pm Kids Grape Stomp — Prizes!
2:00 & 4:00 pm Adults Grape Stomp
2:15 pm Grape Spitting Contest — Prizes!
3:30 pm Apple Bobbing — Prizes!
September 20 & 21, 2008
Cedar Creek Settlement Contests
Bridge Road & Washington Avenue

Calling all artists... Wine & Harvest Festival T-shirt Design Contest is seeking t-shirt designs for our 2008 Wine & Harvest Festival. At the close of the contest the Festival staff will review all of the submissions and declare a winner. The winner of the design contest will receive a $100 and a free T-shirt as well as the honor of seeing all the festival-goers who purchase a shirt, wear them proudly. The contest is open to all. A contest form must be included with your submission. Deadline: June 1, 2008.Click here for an entry form.

2009 Winter Festival Contests and Competitions

Get in touch with your competitive side and win some great prizes! Winter Festival offers some fun competitions for all ages.

Form a five-member costumed team and enter to win up to $250 at the Winter Festival Bed Races. Sign up starting in December, 2008

Think you make the best chili? Well here’s your chance to cook up a batch and let the judges decide and win prizes too! Separate entries for individuals and restaurants. Registration information available in December, 2008

Try your hand at sculpting a block of ice. The Clinebell ice blocks are sponsored by local businesses and the sculptures enhance the Historic District long after the close of the Festival. Registration begins in December, 2008

Bed Races Entry Form
Chili Contest
Ice Carver Entry Form

2nd Annual Sno-ball Tournament
Join in the fun at the 2nd Annual Coed Sno-ball Tournament sponsored by the Cedarburg Parks & Recreation Department. Games begin on Saturday, February 7 at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Team Entry Fee: $50. For more information call 262-375-7611. Registration information available in December.