Who can register for Columbia’s Scarecrow Crawl?

The entry form asks who created the scarecrow and allows an individual, business, or organization name. Participation is free.

What information does the registration request?

It asks for the scarecrow’s name, contact name, contact phone number, contact email, and the name of the person or group that created it.

How do I submit the Scarecrow Crawl Registration?

Email it to Marla Rose at mrose@columbiail.gov, or drop it off or mail it to the City of Columbia, Attn: Marla Rose, 208 S. Rapp Ave, Columbia, IL 62236.

Do I need a notary for the Scarecrow Crawl Registration?

No. The registration does not require notarization and lists no sworn attachment or related notary step.

Columbia, IL · Monroe County

No notary required

Scarecrow Crawl Registration

Columbia’s Scarecrow Crawl Registration is for individuals, businesses, and organizations entering a scarecrow in the city’s family-friendly event.

What this form is

Use this registration to enter a scarecrow in Columbia’s 2026 Scarecrow Crawl, which is free to participate in. The form asks for the scarecrow’s name, the contact person’s name, phone number and email, and who created the scarecrow. Entries are assigned spaces along Main Street and must follow the listed size, display, and upkeep rules.

Who needs it

Individuals, businesses, or organizations entering a scarecrow in Columbia’s 2026 Scarecrow Crawl should provide the requested entry and contact details.

How to submit it

Email the entry to Marla Rose at [email protected], or drop it off or mail it to City of Columbia, Attn: Marla Rose, 208 S. Rapp Ave, Columbia, IL 62236.

About notarization

This registration does not require notarization; it lists no sworn attachment or related notary step, and provides entry details rather than a signature-and-date line.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Registration
Download the Scarecrow Crawl Registration PDF.
2
Complete the Entry Details
Provide the scarecrow name, contact name, phone number, email, and creator name.
3
Review the Event Rules
Check the listed size, display, sign, and upkeep requirements for scarecrow entries.
4
Submit to the City
Email the entry to Marla Rose or drop it off or mail it to the city address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Who can register for Columbia’s Scarecrow Crawl?: The entry form asks who created the scarecrow and allows an individual, business, or organization name. Participation is free.
What information does the registration request?: It asks for the scarecrow’s name, contact name, contact phone number, contact email, and the name of the person or group that created it.
How do I submit the Scarecrow Crawl Registration?: Email it to Marla Rose at [email protected], or drop it off or mail it to the City of Columbia, Attn: Marla Rose, 208 S. Rapp Ave, Columbia, IL 62236.
Do I need a notary for the Scarecrow Crawl Registration?: No. The registration does not require notarization and lists no sworn attachment or related notary step.

Need something notarized?

This Scarecrow Crawl Registration doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.