How Do I Register?

  • Fill out an entry form and mail, email or hand deliver to the Essig Recreation Center.
  • Entry forms received November 1-20, 2023.

What are the Decorating Rules? 

  • Your entry should be at least 4 feet tall but not exceed 7 feet tall.
  • Your entry must not obstruct or impede any sidewalk or right of way.
  • Please use materials that will be durable during rain, snow, sleet, ice or wind.
  • All parts of the snowman must be secured to withstand outdoor elements.
  • Snowman must be family friendly.
  • Snowman should be labeled with name of entry.
  • Snowman must be brought to the Essig Recreation Center by Monday, November 20, 2023 by 5pm.

Who will Display my Snowman?

  • Staff of Franklin County Parks & Recreation will display your snowman in uptown or downtown Rocky Mount the last week of November.
  • Staff of Franklin County Parks & Recreation will remove the snowman by the end of December.

Where do I bring my snowman?

  • Bring your Snowman to the Essig Recreation Center starting November 2nd.
  • All snowmen entries must be delivered no later than Monday, November 20, 2023 by 5pm.

How will I know who wins?

  • Winners will be called the week of November 21st and invited to a winner’s ceremony at the Franklin County Courthouse on Friday, November 24th.

Questions

  • Call 540-483-9238
  • Email brianda.o’connor@franklincountyva.gov