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Waveland Park
Holiday Lights Contest

Now through December 21

Winners will be selected by December 24 

‘Tis the season to out-twinkle your neighbors. Waveland Park Neighborhood Association (WPNA) is hosting our annual Holiday Lights Contest, and we’re inviting every home in the neighborhood to join in. 

Contest Categories

 

1. Best House

The single home that delivers the most impressive holiday display.
Prize: A coveted WPNA coffee mug. Perfect for celebrating with a hot cup of cocoa.

 

2. Best Street Block

A collective award for the block that captures the strongest holiday spirit through participation, creativity, and overall cheery glow.
Prize: Participating homes receive an official WPNA window cling to display with pride.

Contest Timeline

  • Nominations Open: Second Monday of December

  • Deadline: December 21

  • Winner Announced: By Christmas Eve on Facebook

 

How to Nominate

Residents may nominate themselves or their neighbors with no limit on the number of nominations.

Submit nominations in either place:

 

Helpful: Include a photo of the lights display to ensure the judges see it at its best.

 

Judging Process

This year’s judge holds the crown for last year’s Best House winner. They will be taking nominations and driving the streets of Waveland Park, scouting the holiday spirit.

Judging Criteria

Best House

  • Creativity & Theme: Clear concept, clever touches, and cohesive style

  • Overall Impact: Strong visual appeal from the street

 

Best Street Block

  • Collective Spirit: Participation level across the block

  • Overall Visual Impact: The kind of street people drive down twice because it’s just that good!

Eligibility

Open to all homes within Waveland Park boundaries. If you receive the Waveland Park newsletter each quarter, you’re in.

Prizes Recap

  • Best House: Waveland Park Neighborhood Association coffee mug

  • Best Street: WPNA window clings for all participating homes

Spread the Cheer

Whether you light up your porch, your entire yard, or the electrical grid, we can’t wait to see Waveland Park shine.

© 2025 by Waveland Park Neighborhood Association

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