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2024 Southern California Gingerbread Challenge

Experience Holiday Magic In a Gingerbread Village Inspired by Iconic Structures





It's almost time for the sweetest structural engineering event of the year—the 2024 SoCal Gingerbread Challenge! Join SEAOSC in Orange County, this December for a whimsical, family-friendly event conveniently located in Discovery Cube OC in Santa Ana.

What Is the Southern California Gingerbread Challenge?

Organized by the Structural Engineers Association of Southern California (SEAOSC), the SoCal Gingerbread Challenge is an annual holiday tradition encouraging engineering professionals across Southern California to get creative and construct elaborate but structurally sound buildings from gingerbread, candy, and icing. After an intense build night, the gingerbread creations are put on public display until January 05, 2025 as part of Discovery Cube's winter exhibit based around gingerbread science, during which the public is invited to vote for their favorites.

Why You Should Attend the 2024 Southern California Gingerbread Challenge?

Here are a few reasons why you should bring your loved ones to the 2024 Gingerbread Challenge:

  • Marvel at the breathtaking gingerbread structures on display. From intricately detailed movie sets to imaginary villages, you'll be amazed by creativity and craftsmanship.
  • This event is perfect for all ages. Bring your children, grandchildren, a date, or friends to create cherished memories with loved ones.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

We can't wait to see you at the 2024 SoCal Gingerbread Challenge. This delightful event will surely warm you up and add a touch of sweetness to your holiday season!


Event Details

Build Day and Awards Ceremony:
December 7, 2024


Location: Discovery Cube Orange County
2500 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92705


Share your experience and images on social media to spread the excitement of the SoCal Gingerbread Challenge. #SoCalGingerbreadChallenge #StructuralGingerbread2024


Registration is open to all Team Participants, Sponsors and SEAOSC Members only.



To inquire about scheduling a school field trip to the building day, and award day please email seaosc@seaosc.org. Limited spaces available.

Sponsorship opportunities are available! To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please email seaosc@seaosc.org.

2023 SOCAL GINGERBREAD CHALLENGE WINNERS








2022 SOCAL GINGERBREAD CHALLENGE WINNERS








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2023 SoCal Gingerbread Challenge

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