Scarecrows in
the Garden

October 6 - 31 (closed Mondays): Enjoy creative scarecrows handcrafted by businesses, individuals, schools and organizations scattered throughout the Garden.

Celebrate the 21st anniversary of Scarecrows in the Garden, one of Atlanta’s favorite fall traditions! As always, entries will be judged by a panel, and this year, winners of each category will choose their prizes. First place: four Premium Plus Garden Lights, Holiday Nights Tickets OR a $500 Visa Gift Card. Second place: two Premium Plus Garden Lights, Holiday Nights Tickets OR a $250 Visa Gift Card. Third place: A Family Membership to the Atlanta Botanical Garden OR a $125 Visa Gift Card.

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. 

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Categories for your creations

AMATEUR
Families, schools, service organizations and individuals.

CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL
For scarecrows created by a person or team who is in any way compensated for art, design, or fabrication services.

BUSINESS
Business logo and/or website allowed provided it is used once, no larger than 12” x 12”.

Rules for entry

Anyone can register! Families, community groups, businesses, schools, college students and individuals are all welcome to participate.

Scarecrow Guidelines

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.

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Fest-of-Ale

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