Beautification Competition

Beautification Competition

The IPM 2025 BEAUTIFICATION COMPETITION is Open!

The International Plowing Match & Rural Expo is coming to Grassie, Niagara Region, from September 16 - 20, 2025.

All Niagara residents and organizations are invited to showcase Niagara's natural beauty & community spirit and help welcome IPM visitors & participants.

Download the IPM 2025 Beautification Competition Flyer for all details.

IPM 2025 Theme: From our Farm to Your Table

Prizes: 

A total of $4,200 is up from grabs!  First, Second and Third place prizes will be awarded in each category.

  • 1st Place:  $300
  • 2nd Place: $200
  • 3rd Place: $100

Judging Criteria:

  • 10 points: Use of sign that promotes IPM 2025
  • 15 points: Use of theme colours (green and purple)
  • 25 points: Originality
  • 25 points: Cohesiveness of design
  • 25 points: Curb appeal

Rules:

  • It is to be a visible Roadside Garden Display
  • Send the $10 entry fee via e-transfer to ipm2025sales@outlook.com
  • All entries must be received by August 25, 2025
  • Submission must include a high resolution JPG Photo (maximum of 3 photos)
  • All entry photos become the property of the 2025 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo and the Ontario Plowmen’s Association
  • Entry photos may be displayed online (website and social media) or at the IPM
  • Download the Entry Form, fill it in, and save as "your name"
  • Please send completed entry form and photos to: beautification@ipm2025.ca