Willmar Main Street and Holidaze Parade Organization are sponsoring a Downtown Business Gingerbread House Contest. 

Come to the library to view our “Reading Rainbow Gingerbread House” in the front window or view any of the other houses throughout downtown.

Vote for your favorite house  here.  

Submit: Dec. 27th – Jan. 14th
Voting: Jan. 16th – 28th
Winner Announced: Jan. 30th
Pick up a coloring sheet at the Willmar Public Library or print one here (PDF). There are two coloring sheets to choose from, but you can only submit one to be voted on! Complete and return your finished coloring sheet to the library by Jan. 14th to be entered into the contest. Voting will take place in the library starting Jan. 16th. Winners in each age category will receive a gift card!


Prizes are sponsored by the Friends of the Willmar Public Library.

Saturday, January 14th, from 12-3:30pm
Watch Pikachu, I Choose You! and enjoy themed crafts, activities, and snacks! No registration required, all ages welcome!