Hartford's Old State House Seeks Election Day Cakes

HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut's Old State House is inviting professional pastry chefs and licensed home bakers to put their skills to the test during its fifth annual Election Cake Bake-Off on Saturday, Oct. 24.

The competition, held at the historic landmark in downtown Hartford, challenges bakers to create election-themed cakes celebrating voting and civic participation.

It will take place at the Old State House, 800 Main St., Saturday, Oct. 24, from noon to 3 p.m. The public is invited, but registration in advance is requested.

Organizers are accepting applications from Connecticut bakers interested in participating in this year's event.

There is no required flavor profile, allowing contestants to choose their own ingredients and recipes. However, all cake designs must be nonpartisan and incorporate an election theme.

The competition encourages participants to combine baking skills with creative designs inspired by voting, elections and American democracy.

Previous entries have featured elaborate red, white and blue decorations, patriotic symbols, voting-themed cookies and other designs.

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The competition's top prize includes an opportunity to create a cake for a future celebration at the historic building.

The winning baker will be commissioned to make Connecticut's Old State House's birthday cake in May 2027.

David Milton, known on social media as @TheDamGram, will serve as a celebrity judge for this year's competition.

Organizers are encouraging both professional pastry chefs and licensed home bakers to apply.

The competition will take place at Connecticut's Old State House in Hartford. The announcement did not specify an event time.

Interested bakers can find application information through Connecticut's Old State House's Facebook page and its social media accounts.

For more information on the event, click on this link.