Displayed at

Kalmbach Memorial Park

during Macungie Holiday

Saturday, December 14, 2019

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

17th Annual

Gingerbread

House

Competition

& Display

Build your own unique gingerbread creation

Kalmbach Memorial Park

200 Cotton Street

Macungie, PA 18062

610-965-1140

kalmbachpark@gmail.com

www.kalmbachpark.com

Over $800

in Awards

Hints and Tips on How to be a Winner

Here’s the inside information on how the

judges look at your entry. The quality of your

construction and distinctive details are given

extraordinary attention by the judges. The design

and construction of your landscape is

important…from the intr icacies of

windowpanes, to the way you make snow or

create a natural-looking pond. Adding holiday

touches is a must. When so many entries are

being judged, it’s the little things that make the

winner stand out.

The judges strictly enforce the rules. Points are

deducted for infractions. (Examples of infractions: a

non-edible product is visible on your entry; a pond is

made with a mirror; toothpicks are used for fences;

your base is larger than specified size or is not

suitable to your presentation.)

Please make sure you read and understand

all the rules!

Most of all have fun and enjoy the simple treasures

of this Holiday Season.

Pre-Baked gingerbread kits are

available for sale at many local stores

and can be used for the competition.

Kits have all you need to get started.

(This icing is excellent for use in gingerbread

construction, both for putting pieces together

and making mounds of billowing snow. Keep

covered, as this sets quickly.)

3 large egg whites at room temperature

1/2 tsp. Cream of tartar

1 pound of 10X confectioners sugar, sifted

Place ingredients in large bowl of electric mixer.

Beat on high speed for 7-10 minutes until high,

fairly stiff peaks form. (You cannot over beat)

Use as soon as possible and keep covered until

used. This may be thinned with light corn syrup

for fine trims.

Royal Icing Recipe

Official Gingerbread Competition Entry Form

To enter your Gingerbread Creation, please

complete this entry form, clip and return it to

Kalmbach Memorial Park by November 30, 2019.

Gingerbread Creations will be judged the week of

December 9th and displayed December 14th, 2019

from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm for the

Macungie Holiday.

Entry Form due before

November 30, 2019

1.Individual, family, or group may enter a creation. Please designate one representative on entry form.

2. Entry forms can be found on the Kalmbach website, at the park and areas businesses. Fill out the entry form and return it to Kalmbach Memorial P a r k 2 0 0 C o t t o n S t r e e t Macungie, before November 30, 2019. A single creation may not be entered in more than one category.

3. All Gingerbread entries must be brought to Kalmbach Park on Sunday, December 8, 2019 between the hours of 1:00 - 3:00 pm.

4. Entries will be judged on appearance, creativity, precision of construction, decoration detail, use of gingerbread, color, and adherence to guidelines.

5. Entries will be judged the week of December 9th 2019 and must remain on display for Macungie Holiday December 14, 2019 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.

6. All entries must be picked up either Saturday, December 14 between the hours of 4:00 - 6:00 pm or Sunday, December 15, between the hours of 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Kalmbach Park reserves the right to dispose of entries remaining after the above date.

7. Creations must be constructed primarily of gingerbread and icing. Non-visible interior supports of other material are allowed as are pre-made gingerbread kits.

8. The entire visual display must be made of edible materials with the exception of the surface it is mounted upon. Paint or ribbon are approved to decorate the outer edge of the base only.

9. Children’s entry should have a non pliable sturdy base appropriate to the size of their creation for easy transport. Base should not exceed 20” x 20.”

10. All other gingerbread entries must be created on a sturdy foundation; plywood is preferred. Base can be no larger than 24” x 24.” Smaller is fine.

11. Kalmbach Park reserves the right to remove any entry that begins to look in disrepair or is found to be inappropriate to display.

Official Rules & Regulations

1. CHILDREN’S GINGERBREAD CREATION

FOR KIDS ONLY!

Two categories to enter: Youth 12 and under, and Teen

13-17. Use your favorite candy, chocolate, cookies,

or other delicious edible to design and decorate a

gingerbread creation. Let your imagination run

‘Yuletide Wild’! Stand back adults and let the kids get

creative. Pre-made kits are allowed.

Prizes (Child )1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10

Prizes (Teen) 1st: $50, 2nd $25, 3rd: $15

2. “TRADITIONAL” GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Holidays are the time when almost everyone turns to

classic traditions for decorating ideas and inspiration.

Any structure is allowed in this category. Victorian,

colonial, modern, house, barn, cottage - you decide.

Prizes 1st: $75, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $25

3. “THE REASON FOR THE SEASON”

The holiday holds special meaning to various cultures.

Your creation should reflect why there is a reason to

celebrate this time of year. Hanukkah, Christmas, or

Kwanzaa; each represents faith, customs, and purpose.

Prizes 1st: $75, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $25

4. “INCREDIBLY UNUSUAL”- 3-DIMENSIONAL

GINGERBREAD CREATION

Make a gingerbread creation that is out of the ordinary.

Gingerbread structures need not be of a traditional

design. Be creative. Let your imagination run wild!

No buildings or houses are allowed in this category.

Prizes 1st: $75, 2nd: $50, 3rd: $25

5. “PROFESSIONAL/WINNERS” CIRCLE

For those who have been trained or have been awarded

prizes in past Gingerbread Competitions. This is an

opportunity to kick it up a notch and really compete.

Prizes 1st: $100, 2nd: $75, 3rd: $50

Entry Categories

Name _________________________________

Address ________________________________

City ________________ Zip Code _________

________________ _________________

Home Phone # Cell #

_________________

Email Address

Please circle the appropriate Children’s Creation age group to be entered into.

Youth: 12 and under Teen: 13 - 17

For Non Children’s categories:

Enter the Specific “Themed” Category: #2 - 5

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I understand and agree to all the rules outlined in the Official Rules and Regulations Section.

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