Castles, Beaches and Wrigley Field: See This Year's Gingerbread House Contest Entries

Downers Grove crafters got fancy — and topical — for this year's Gingerbread House Contest, which takes place downtown the weekend after Thanksgiving at the Gingerbread Festival.

All of the gingerbread houses, whether they won a prize in the competition or not, will be on display at local businesses through Dec. 14.

A total of 23 houses were entered into the competition this year, according to the Downtown Downers Grove Facebook page. We have photos of the winners, as well as a handful of the other entries. Check them out below.

Family Division: Viewers' Choice Winner

This house was created by Isabella, Julianna and Marian Denk. It can be viewed at Knitche, Inc.

Family Division: Elves' Choice Winner

This creative cottage was made by the Sievert family and is on display at Jeans and a Cute Top Shop.

Business Division: Viewers' Choice Winner

This expertly crafted log cabin was made by the staff at Every Day's a Sunday.

Business Division: Elves' Choice Winner

Santa takes a break from the North Pole in this creation by Louisa & Millie's Chocolates.

SEASPAR EAGLES Lisle Entry

This decked-out treehouse is on show at Style Studio.

Pinecone Cottage Tea House & Catering's Entry

This gorgeous gazebo comes complete with a Santa!

Bella Delpercio's Entry

This edible stadium comes complete with baseball players and is on display at Charlie & Grace.

Sue Bolton's Entry

There's quite a lot happening up on that rooftop! Take a look at She's Boutique.

Reggie Fleck's Entry

This precious, delicious toy shop can be viewed at My Special Toy Store.

Pack 227 Den 4's Entry

This one is on display at Peet's Coffee.

Peak Running's Entry

This store sticks to its roots in a healthier creation.

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All photos taken from Facebook with permission