HARTFORD, Ky. (October 21, 2026) — The City of Hartford invites residents and visitors to take a drive around town and enjoy the creativity of local homes and businesses participating in the 2026 Haunt & Harvest Residential and Business Decoration Contest.
This year’s contest features 12 participating locations showcasing everything from spooky Halloween scenes and haunted carnivals to festive fall harvest displays. With six residential entries and six business entries, the contest celebrates community spirit and encourages families to enjoy the season together.
Community members are encouraged to visit the participating locations between October 24 and October 30, when official judging will take place. Some displays are best enjoyed during daylight hours, while others are designed to be viewed after dark.
Daylight Viewing Locations
- Commonwealth Community Bank — 830 S Main St.
- Ohio County Public Library — 413 S Main St.
- New Beginnings Hair Design — 222 Main St.
- Little Friends Playhouse — 321 Simmerman St.
- Jacob Henderson — 530 E Union St.
After-Dark Viewing Locations (7–9 PM)
- Austin & Rachel Hatfield — 534 E Union St.
- Restored 367 — 103 W Union St.
- Main Street Flowers — 219 S Main St.
- Trevor & Britney Keele — 200 W Kirk St.
- Tesia & Frank Harris — 715 Old Main St.
- Jeremy & Brandy Chinn — 936 Old Main St.
- Tabitha Hall — 307 Iron Mountain Rd.
The contest welcomes both traditional autumn decorations and Halloween-themed displays, giving participants the opportunity to showcase their creativity in a variety of ways.
Judges will select first- and second-place winners in both the residential and business categories. First-place winners will receive $200, and second-place winners will receive $100.
Winners will be announced by October 31 on the Hartford, Kentucky Facebook page and at hartfordky.org.
The City encourages visitors to enjoy the displays safely, respect private property, and support the residents and businesses who have helped bring the spirit of the season to Hartford.
For more information, visit hartfordky.org or follow the City of Hartford on Facebook.