2025 South Side Holiday Decorating Contest

 

About the Event

The South Side Holiday Decorating Contest is a community celebration organized by the South Side Community Council. From December 6 to January 3, residents, businesses, and visitors can enjoy the holiday season by exploring South Side’s charmingly decorated homes and business storefronts. Wander through our festive streets, admire the lights, and help us pick the most outstanding displays!

Eligibility and Entry

Open to South Side Flats residents, businesses, apartments, and condos. All decorations must be visible from the street.  Decorations should reflect the festive spirit; South Side Community Council reserves the right to exclude inappropriate displays.

Contest Categories

  • Overall Favorite Resident
  • Overall Favorite Business
  • Most Unique

Voting & Map

Explore our interactive map (link above) to see all participating locations and help us choose the winners!

🗳️ Saturday, January 3 — Voting closes.

🏆 First week of January — Winners announced + prizes awarded!

Prizes

Three $100 prizes! Each prize will be in the form of gift certificates from local South Side businesses. Winners will be announced in January on SSCC’s social media and website.

Happy Decorating South Side!

Presenting Sponsor