Planning for the 2018 Scarecrow Invasion is underway. The proceeds from the Scarecrow Invasion are donated to GROW. This organization, which stands for Green Reaps Opportunity for Woodstock, is the design committee for Main Street Woodstock. They create and implement great design initiatives for the downtown Woodstock community. You might know them from their beautiful landscaping and holiday decor along Main Street. Proceeds from past years of the Scarecrow Invasion have been used to purchase the beautiful art benches around downtown.

Registration begins September 4 at 10:00am at the Woodstock Visitors Center (8588 Main Street, Woodstock). Last year, the event sold out in less than two days, so enter early! To vote for your favorite scarecrow, go to the Visitors Center during the month of October. Votes are $1 each, and businesses with scarecrows may have voting set up in their establishment for their scarecrow. The winner will receive bragging rights and an awesome trophy.

Changes to this years event include locations available, display guidelines, and price structure. Due to streetscape improvements, there will no longer be scarecrow displays along Arnold Mill Road. There will be spaces added to the area around Market & Elm Streets to continue to allow as many businesses and individuals the opportunity to participate. Spaces added on Chambers Street last year will be available again this year.

Structures, such as buildings, photo booths, etc. are no longer permitted. Additionally, hay bales and natural pumpkins will be prohibited to avoid rot and decay.

Pricing will be adjusted based on location this year. Spaces with the most visibility, specifically those on Main Street, will cost $100 for businesses. All other locations will be $60 for businesses. Registration for nonprofits and individuals will be $40 regardless of location.