Scarecrows in
the Garden
October 1 - November 3 (closed Mondays): Enjoy creative scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations scattered throughout the Garden.
Atlanta’s favorite fall tradition is back for its 22nd year! Scarecrows in the Garden returns, celebrating autumn with colorful creations from the local community.
Entries will be judged by a panel, with prizes including Premium Garden Lights Holiday Nights tickets, Family Memberships, curated gift baskets from our Gift Shop and more! Winners will be announced via the Garden’s social media on October 8.
Back this year: People’s Choice Award! Visitors to the Garden will be able to vote for their favorite scarecrow for the chance to win a Family Membership.
About the exhibition
Scarecrows in the Garden brings to the Garden dozens of creations by local artists, crafters, youth groups and more. Entrants and visitors will delight in discovering their own personal favorites.
Sponsored by
Categories for your creations
Families, schools, teams and individuals.
Businesses and nonprofits. Entries can include logo, hashtag, QR code and/or website. See guidelines for details*
Rules for entry
Anyone can register! Families, community groups, businesses, schools, college students and individuals are all welcome to participate.
2024 Scarecrow Guidelines coming soon
REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19
Contact exhibits@atlantabg.org if you have any questions.
Visit with your Scarecrow
For each paid registration, you will be entitled to four (4) free daytime admission tickets to the Atlanta Botanical Garden during the exhibition. Registrants can only pick up tickets at check-in during the scarecrow drop-off.
Members see it free
Members enjoy unlimited daytime admission during regular hours, save on classes and gift shop purchases, and more.
Great Pumpkin-Carving Fest
This extra special Fest of Ale evening will feature live performances, roving entertainment for all ages, festive treats and a beer garden– culminating in an epic carve contest spotlighting our most talented pumpkin-loving Garden members and friends!
Fest-of-Ale
Check out the scarecrows in a new light as days grow shorter during this beer fest, featuring a variety of specialty ales from cash bars along with live entertainment.