Halloween Pumpkin Decorating Event
Rules
- The main part of each entry must be a pumpkin.
- Pumpkin must be painted/decorated/carved.
- Decorating must be in the theme "Spooky Bayou."
- Objects, paper, and materials of any kind may be pinned or glued to pumpkins. You may also draw or paint on your entries and may dress them up.
- Each entry must have a title and incorporate the theme.
- No pre-purchased, pre-decorated pumpkins will be allowed to enter the contest.
- Upload photo to social media.
- Use the hashtags #GeauxGourd and #LSUstaffSenate to share on social media
Entries will be judged according to the following criteria:
- Best theme
- Best painting
- Best carved
- Best decorating
- Spookiest
- Most team spirit
- People's Choice
Theme Ideas
Think a mix LSU with local flair: Use moss, alligators, crawfish, Mardi Gras beads, etc.
- Best Cosmic Creation — Best galaxy, planet, or outer-space scene.
- Most Otherworldly — Most imaginative and unexpected design.
- Best in the Galaxy — Overall winner.
- Earthlings’ Choice — People’s Choice award
We also ask that you share your creations on social media, beginning October 29 and using the hashtags #GeauxGourd #LSUstaffsenate and #WBTTW to participate in the Earthlings’ Choice — People’s choice award! You can find rules and the entry form on our website. Be creative. Have fun. May the best Gourd win!
Registration Deadline: 10/26/26 by 5 p.m.
Decoration Completion: 10/29/2026 by 12 p.m.
Judging: 10/29/2026 12:00 pm to 2 p.m.
Winners Announced: 10/30/2026 at 12 p.m.