2026 Holiday Lights Contest

Photo submissions are due December 14, with public Facebook voting December 15–22 and cash prizes available in residential and business categories.

PARK HILLS, MO – November 12, 2026 – The City of Park Hills is inviting residents and businesses to brighten the community this Christmas season by participating in the 2026 Holiday Lights Contest. The annual competition celebrates creativity, community pride, and holiday spirit while offering participants an opportunity to win cash prizes and recognition for their festive displays.

The contest is open to all residential homes and businesses located within Park Hills city limits, and there is no fee to participate. City officials are encouraging everyone who decorates for the holidays to enter, with a special invitation to local businesses to showcase their creativity and help make Park Hills shine throughout the Christmas season.

From traditional holiday lighting and decorated storefronts to elaborate outdoor displays, the City hopes to see a wide variety of entries representing the community's holiday spirit.

HOW TO ENTER

Participation requires submitting a photograph of the decorated property. Homes and businesses are not automatically entered simply because they have holiday decorations.

To enter, participants must email a clear photograph showcasing their outdoor holiday lights and decorations to holidaylights@parkhillsmo.net no later than Monday, December 14, 2026.

Each submission must include the following information:

• Full name of the person submitting the entry

• Whether the entrant is the property owner

• Property address

• Entry category (Residential or Business)

• Contact phone number and/or email address

Renters are eligible to participate with the consent of the property owner. Only one entry per address is permitted.

Photographs may be submitted at any time leading up to the December 14 deadline. The City strongly encourages participants to submit their photographs early to ensure their displays are included in the competition.

PUBLIC VOTING & WINNER SELECTION

All eligible entries will be published on the City of Park Hills Facebook page on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, when public voting officially begins.

Residents, friends, family members, and community supporters can vote for their favorite displays by clicking the "Like" button on the corresponding contest photographs. Participants are encouraged to share their entries and invite others to vote.

Voting will remain open through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22, 2026.

Winners will be announced on Wednesday, December 23, 2026. Winning participants will be contacted directly and recognized on the City's Facebook page.

CASH PRIZES

The City of Park Hills will award cash prizes in two categories.

Residential Category

• First Place: $100

• Second Place: $50

• Third Place: $25

Business Category

• First Place: $100

• Second Place: $50

All prizes are sponsored by the City of Park Hills.

ELIGIBILITY AND CONTEST GUIDELINES

To ensure a fair and enjoyable competition, all participants must follow the City's official contest rules and guidelines.

The contest is limited to residential and business properties located within Park Hills city limits. There is no entry fee, and only one entry per property address will be accepted.

Entries must be submitted by the property owner or, in the case of rental properties, with the property owner's consent.

Homes and businesses that have won the Holiday Lights Contest within the past two years are not eligible to win in 2026. However, previous winners are welcome to participate for fun and share their displays with the community.

All decorations must be located outdoors and visible from the street. Displays must be family-friendly, appropriate for public viewing, and compliant with applicable City safety codes and ordinances.

The City reserves the right to remove entries that are incomplete or fail to meet contest standards.

By entering the contest, participants grant the City of Park Hills permission to share their submitted photographs on the City's social media pages, website, and marketing materials.

IMPORTANT CONTEST DATES

• December 14, 2026: Deadline to submit photographs.

• December 15, 2026: Eligible entries published on the City's Facebook page and public voting begins.

• December 22, 2026: Voting closes at 11:59 p.m.

• December 23, 2026: Winners announced and recognized.

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION ENCOURAGED

The City of Park Hills is asking residents and businesses to help spread the word about this year's contest by sharing announcements with friends, family members, neighbors, coworkers, and local businesses.

Community members who notice particularly impressive holiday displays are encouraged to remind property owners about the contest and the importance of submitting a photograph before the December 14 deadline.

Local businesses are especially encouraged to participate by decorating storefronts, offices, and commercial properties. Their participation not only provides an opportunity to compete for cash prizes but also helps create a welcoming and festive atmosphere for residents and visitors throughout the holiday season.

The City hopes to see increased participation in both categories this year, showcasing the creativity and holiday spirit that make Park Hills a special place to live, work, and visit.

For More Information

Complete contest rules and guidelines are available at:

https://bit.ly/m/ParkHillsHolidayLights

For questions or additional information, email holidaylights@parkhillsmo.net or visit www.parkhillsmo.gov.

The City of Park Hills encourages everyone to join in the celebration and help make the community shine brighter than ever this Christmas season!