Virginia Cityβs 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Competition
A Sweet Tradition Returns to the Comstock!
Event Dates:
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Display: December 1 β December 20, 2025
π Winners Announced: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Location:
Throughout participating businesses in historic Virginia City, Nevada
Entry Deadline:
π Wednesday, November 20, 2025
π About the Event
Celebrate the holidays with Virginia Cityβs 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Competition, a festive community contest showcasing edible creativity across the historic district! Stroll through town with your gingerbread walk map and vote for your favorites in three delightful categories:
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Most Creative
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Best Themed
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Peopleβs Choice
Entries will be on display from December 1st through December 20th in participating storefronts. No storefront? No problem! Houses can be displayed at the Visitors Center.
π Ribbons awarded to winners in each category on Sunday, December 21!
π§ How to Enter
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Entry Fee: $10
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Chamber Members: FREE
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Deadline to Register: November 20, 2025
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Display Setup: November 30, 2025
Rules:
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One entry per business
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Houses must be 100% edible and handmade β no kits allowed!
π§ Email your entry form to: [email protected]
π Or drop off at the Visitors Center
π³οΈ Voting Information
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Ballots available at participating businesses
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QR code voting option also available
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Winners chosen by community vote!
π Hosted By:
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Storey County Chamber of Commerce
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Virginia City Main Street Program
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Supported by GOED Nevada Main Street