DOWNTOWN WAXHAW

DECORATING CONTEST

Which downtown business nailed the Halloween spirit?

Each year during Fright Night, our downtown businesses transform their storefronts into spooktacular works of art — now it’s your turn to decide who reigns supreme.

Vote for your favorite boo-tiful, creepy-cool, or fang-tastically festive storefront.

  • Voting is open now through Halloween night (Oct. 31)

  • You can vote once per day, so be sure to check back and help your favorite haunt climb to the top!

  • The winners will be announced on Nov. 3.

Share photos of your favorites on social media and tag @downtownwaxhaw— you might even see your shots featured when we reveal this year’s Pumpkin King!

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Fangs for the memories!

Fright Night is organized by the Downtown Waxhaw Association and the Town of Waxhaw. The event’s success relies on the ongoing participation and creativity of downtown businesses, ensuring fang-tastic memories for the community year after year.