2026 Scarecrow Contest

2026 Annual Scarecrow Contest

The Scarecrow Contest is a family-friendly event that allows Town residents and businesses to show off their scarecrows!

Voting has closed and the winners announced below. Thanks to everyone who participated.

Scarecrow Location Map

Scarecrow Voting Form

Voting for the 2026 Scarecrow Contest has closed. Thank you to everyone who submitted their vote. Have a happy Halloween!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will the scarecrows be displayed?
Throughout the businesses and neighborhoods of the Town of Friday Harbor. If you do not have a location to display your scarecrow, please contact the Scarecrow Hotline 360-378-5240 and we will do our best to work with you. Some businesses are not making scarecrows but would love to host yours!

When does the Contest take place?
Voting now open!

  • Registration ended October 21st
  • Voting open October 22nd through October 28th.

Is there an entry fee?
No, but contributions to the Friends of the Library are always welcome!

Who is sponsoring the contest?
The event is sponsored by the San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce and the Friends of the Library.

How can I vote?
Come back to this page to vote or we can email a ballot to you, becki@sanjuanisland.org.

How are the winners in each category determined?
By vote of the public by ballot - either on this page or dropped off at the Chamber of Commerce.  One vote per person, please.

Are there display criteria for downtown businesses?
We ask that Scarecrows be displayed in front of the business or home, preferably outside, or in front window for best viewing.

  • Outside Scarecrows should not extend to the sidewalk from the front of the building, similar to a bench or flower container.

What are the prizes for winners?
A picture of you and your scarecrow in the news, online and social media, a certificate, and bragging rights!

Scarecrow Contest

2026 Scarecrow Contest Winners

1st place · Poor Yorick! I know him...

 

2nd place tie · Sigmund Freud and Scream

 

3rd place tie · Freddy Kegger and Fish Witch

  • San Juan Scarecrow contest 2026

    2026 1st · Poor Yorick! I know him...

  • Scarecrow Contest Tie for 2nd

    2026 2nd (tie) · Sigmund Freud

  • Scarecrow Contest Tie for 2nd

    2026 2nd (tie) · Scream

  • 2026 Scarecrow Contest 3rd Place

    2026 3rd (tie) · Freddy Kegger

  • Third Place Scarecrow

    2026 3rd (tie) · Fish Witch

  • L:ucy Scarecrow Compass Health

    2025 1st Place Winner

  • ScareKracken San Juan Physical Therapy

    2025 2nd Place Winner

  • Be Seen - Safety Trio

    2025 3rd Place Winner

  • 2024 1st Place - Paddle Pals

  • 2024 2nd Place - Proclamation Pumpkin 

  • 2024 3rd Place - Boof!

  • 2023 Scarecrow Contest Winner To Gnome Me is to Love Me | San Juan Physical Therapy

    2023 1st Place Winners, To Gnome Me is to Love Me

  • 2020 1st Place Winners, Stella Maris

  • 2022 Davy Jones, SJ Physical Therapy 

  • 2020 Edgar, FH Food Bank

  • 2020 Julies Nursery 

  • 2022 Winner, Lady Amaranth, Julie's Nursery

  • 2020 Library Scarecrows 

  • 2021, Rose's Scarecrow 

  • 2021, Stillpoint School 

  • 2022, The Sal Man, Port of Friday Harbor 

  • 2021, Winners 

  • 2021, Sparky, Friday Harbor Electric

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