Scents & Sweets Competition and Auction
December 1, 2026 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM
New Spire Arts, 15 W. Patrick Street
Free to attend
The holidays bring out the creativity in all of us, so why not let the gingerbread structures and floral arrangements at this year’s Scents & Sweets competition inspire you? Join us for an exhibit and reception showcasing festive gingerbread and holiday wreath creations!
Special thanks to Roy Rogers Restaurants & McCutcheon’s for providing refreshments!
Walk Away With A Piece for Your Home
Select floral and gingerbread pieces will be available in the annual Scents & Sweets Silent Auction. Bid throughout the night to take home a holiday piece for your home!
People’s Choice – Your Votes Count!
Don’t forget to grab a ballot as you enter the competition. All competitors have the chance to win prizes based on YOUR votes.
2025 Winners
| Category | First Place | Second Place | People’s Choice |
| Wreath: Amateur |
“Season of Peace” by Lorraine Lipowitz | “Home for the Holidays” by Dana Tyler | “On The First Day of Christmas” by Mary McGee |
| Wreath: Professional |
“Woodland Christmas” by Patti Taylor | “Hometown Christmas” by Lori Himes | “Woodland Christmas” by Patti Taylor |
| Gingerbread: Child, Individual |
“Animal Crossing” by Elaina Souders | N/A | “Animal Crossing” by Elaina Souders |
| Gingerbread: Child, Group |
“Cozy Winter Barn” by The Stick Kids | “A Peaceful Holiday” by Peaceful Path Homeschool Cooperative | “Cozy Winter Barn” by The Stick Kids |
| Gingerbread: Teen |
“Christmas Bake Shop” by Aliya Razvi | “Cozy Country House” by Madalyn Anthony | “Christmas Bake Shop” by Aliya Razvi |
| Gingerbread: Amateur |
“Nightmare Before Christmas” by Kolby Adams | “Warm Christmas” by Carina Julia Razvi | “Nightmare Before Christmas” by Kolby Adams |
