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Twinkle & Lights Holiday Decorating Contest
2020 Twinkle and Lights Holiday Decorating Contest
We could all use more twinkle and lights this holiday season! The Public Arts and Culture Council presents the 4th Annual Twinkle and Lights Holiday Decorating Contest for residents who want to show off their holiday spirit. Let's have some fun this holiday season.
HOW TO NOMINATE A HOME
Nomination forms can be dropped off at Village Hall, mailed, emailed or faxed. All nomination forms must be received by December 16th at 3:00 p.m. Nominate your favorite home or nominate your own house! Nominations can also be sent via Private Message on the Village Facebook page, please include the address of the home and your email address. Nominations will be accepted between November 12 and December 16 by 3:00 p.m.
Click here for Nomination Form
JUDGING & WINNERS
Judging will take place between Friday, December 18 and Sunday, December 20. Decorations must be on from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. on these nights. Judges will consider any home and determine the top 3 winners. Entries will be judged on attractiveness, creativity and scale. An entry can win only one award. Entries will be judged from the curb; judges will not enter private property. Winners will be announced December 21st and receive a yard sign and gift card.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
On December 21 from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. anyone can vote for the People’s Choice winner. Photos of the homes will be on Facebook to view. The photo with the most likes at 8:01 p.m. wins! The winner of the People's Choice Award will receive a $100 gift card and lawn sign.
RULES
Participation is free and open to all Niles residents. All decorating must be done by the resident living in the home, not a professional decorator/designer. Businesses are not eligible. Decorations must comply with Village of Niles ordinances and housing codes. The decisions of the judging committee are final. Judges and Arts and Culture Council members are not eligible to participate.