
The Shorty's Short Film Contest
Each year, inspired by the same muse that sang to Director Irvin “Shorty” Yeaworth when he conceived of The Blob, filmmakers of all ages compose entries for our Annual Shorty’s Short Film Contest.
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Tinfoil Hat Competition
The original paranormal personal protection equipment takes center stage this year during intermission at the Costume Contest! Come dressed to impress with your aluminum auroles.
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Costume Contest
Cosplay your way this Blobfest! Fire up your sewing machine, style your wig, and set phasers to stun: we want to see your best and boldest looks on the Costume Contest catwalk this July.
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Facade Decorating Contest
The Blob is baaaacckk! The festival that helps define our Borough returns live and in-person for a 23rd consecutive year. Support the Colonial and get freaky/festive by decorating a storefront window or your entire façade!
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Mx. Blobfest Contest
Ms. Blobfest Universe 2021 called and she’s not giving up her crown without a fight.
So . . . best of luck? Only one can reign as Mx. Blobfest Universe 2022!

Pet Photo Costume Contest
Calling all pet guardians of the galaxy! Show us your adorable best friends in their inspired outfits. Pets will parade across our screens this year in a video viewable throughout Blobfest weekend.
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Sci-Fi & Horror Tattoo Contest
As part of our celebration of all things sci-fi and horror during Blobfest, we invite you to share your inspired body art and the tattoo artists who inked the designs.
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