Holiday Lights Contest

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Registration: December 01 - 17, 2024

Judging: December 18, 2024

Where: Trophy Club

Cost: Your decorations

Nominations & Judging

The annual TC Holiday Lights Contest is here! Don’t miss out on this fun annual tradition as we celebrate the holiday season! Nominate yourself or your neighbor for this fun holiday activity. This year, staff will judge all nominated homes in seven categories.

Participants may enter their home as well as a neighbor’s home or a home they have seen around town.

2023 Holiday Lights Contest Categories & Winners

  • 2841 Annandale Dr- GRISWOLD AWARD: Because you can never have too many lights! Think Chevy Chase in Christmas Vacation!
  • 106 Oakmont Dr- SANTA'S FAVORITE THEME: Best display that has an organized appearance or theme.
  • 2520 Broadway Dr- BEST CHARACTER USE: Best use of holiday characters (Frosty, Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, Buddy the Elf, etc.).
  • 142 Claire Dr- BEST OUTDOOR CHRISTMAS TREE: The best decorated outdoor tree (does not have to be a Christmas tree, you can decorate any tree in your yard as a Christmas tree).
  • 511 Clear Vista Dr- BEST USE OF ANIMATION: Use of lights and music that will bring your Winter Wonderland to life.
  • 3 Green Leaf Dr- JUDGE'S FAVORITE: The display that the judges enjoyed the most.
Winners
Map with winners

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Judging Guidelines

All entries are judged on originality, creativity, and use of the “Holiday” theme designated in their entry. Special lighting, musical effects and live actors are encouraged.

Staff of the Parks & Recreation Department will judge all entries. One winner will be awarded for each category. Judging includes the part of your yard and house that is visible/open to the public.

Winners will receive bragging rights and a keepsake award sign in their yard. Winners will also be featured on the Parks & Recreation Facebook page and website.

Questions about the Holiday Lights Contest: Email Parks and Recreation