Downtown Augusta Staycation Raffle Draws 123 Entries in Two Months

Downtown Augusta staycation contest draws 123 entries

A local giveaway designed to encourage residents to explore their own backyard has seen 123 entries over the last two months, WRDW reported.

The staycation raffle, organized by Augusta & Co., aims to drive foot traffic to the downtown district by rewarding shoppers and diners. Participants enter the contest by making purchases at qualifying local businesses, including restaurants, coffee shops, bars, boutiques, and specialty stores located within the eligible downtown area.

To qualify for the prize, participants must follow a specific receipt-based process. According to visitaugusta.com, the rules require customers to make purchases at two different qualifying businesses and save one receipt from each. These transactions must occur between September 1 and December 31, 2026.

Staycation raffle draws 123 entries in 2 months in downtown Augusta

The entry process allows for both digital and physical submissions. Residents can upload clear photos of their two receipts through a digital form on the Augusta & Co. website. Alternatively, those preferring a paper method can visit the Augusta & Co. office at 1010 Broad Street to complete a form and submit their original receipts via a dedicated Staycation mailbox.

The contest structure limits the frequency of entries to prevent single-day dominance while still encouraging repeat visits. An individual may submit one entry per day, but each receipt-based entry requires two new, unique receipts. The rules also specify that a person cannot submit both a receipt-based entry and a free entry on the same day.

As the contest moves through the final months of the year, participation numbers reflect efforts to boost the local economy through seasonal tourism and community engagement.

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