City of Kennesaw Invites Community to Participate in Annual Downtown Scarecrow and Holiday Tree Displays

KENNESAW, Ga. (August 27, 2025) — The City of Kennesaw invites residents, families, businesses, schools, local organizations and community groups to help decorate downtown through two popular seasonal programs: the sixth annual Scarecrows on Main and the fifth annual Holiday Extravaganza at Depot Park.

Scarecrows on Main

Participants are invited to design and display a freestanding scarecrow along Main Street. Scarecrows will be installed between Thursday, Sept. 25, and Sunday, Sept. 28. Assigned locations will be provided by Thursday, Sept. 18. Displays must be removed between Thursday, Nov. 6, and Sunday, Nov. 9.

Scarecrows must fit within a 4-by-4-foot space and be stable, weather-resistant and family-friendly. Real pumpkins and ground stakes are not permitted. All materials must be provided by the participant, and all displays must comply with event rules and guidelines.

The application deadline is Sunday, Sept. 14. The participation fee is $25, payable to the Kennesaw Downtown Development Authority. Space is limited to 75 scarecrow spots. All proceeds benefit downtown beautification projects and events.

Holiday Extravaganza

Participants in the Holiday Extravaganza will receive a 6-foot artificial, unlit tree and a metal stake for display in Depot Park. All other decorations must be supplied by the participant. Solar-powered lights are allowed; electricity will not be provided.

Trees will be decorated between Saturday, Nov. 22, and Sunday, Nov. 30. Decorations must be removed by Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. Trees will remain City property and should not be removed.

All decorations must be securely attached and suitable for public display. Participants are responsible for regularly maintaining their tree. The City reserves the right to remove any tree or display that becomes unsafe or inappropriate.

The application deadline is Sunday, Nov. 16. The participation fee is $25. Space is limited to 75 trees.

New This Year

Participants may register for both Scarecrows on Main and Holiday Extravaganza at a discounted combined rate of $35. Space is limited for both events, and early registration is encouraged.