Walhalla Wonderland Window Decorating Contest
General Rules
- Eligibility: Businesses in the downtown area of Walhalla along Main Street and on the side streets within one block of Main Street are eligible
- Decorating Scope: Displays are typically limited to the front window which is visible from the street or sidewalk.
- Theme: A specific holiday theme is not required but we encourage the incorporation of the annual Christmas Parade theme. The theme for 2025 is “Christmas Movies”. Most of all we encourage creativity and a festive spirit.
- Content: Displays must be family-friendly and avoid inappropriate advertising or commercial content. Displays must include string lights in some form or fashion.
Judging Criteria and Process
- Judging Process: Judging is conducted via Facebook and website polling.
- Evaluation Points to Consider:
- Creativity: Originality and unique design.
- Lights and Decorations: Display and placement of lights.
- Overall Appearance: Overall effort, attractiveness, and festive feeling.
- Viewing Times: Participants must keep their displays lit and decorated from December 1- December 5 from 5pm until sunrise.
Safety and Installation
- Fire Safety: Participants must ensure their displays do not create fire hazards and comply with fire codes.
- Obstruction: Decorations should not block walkways or impede access to the building.
Deadlines and Communication
- Registration: Businesses may register online until Friday, November 21, 2025.
- Decorating Deadline: Displays must be completed and ready for judging by 5pm on December 1, 2025.
- Winner Notification: Winners will be announced at the Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
Sign up to participate!
Registration ends Friday, November 21, 2025.
