Holiday Decorating Competition
About the registration
The City of Lilburn invites all residents and businesses in Old Town Lilburn to participate in our 1st annual Christmas Decorating Competition! This year we would love to enhance our Christmas Tree Lighting event by lighting up Old Town! The city has added an all new Drone Show that will take place after the tree lighting and we need you to help us make Lilburn shine bright with holiday cheer!
About the event
Terms & Conditions
Who's Eligible to Participate:
- Any resident or business in the Old Town Lilburn area.
Is there a fee to enter:
- There is no fee to enter the competition.
Judging Dates:
- November 22nd - November 30 during the evening. Please be sure your lights are on.
How will winners be chosen:
- By the most votes submitted.
How do I vote:
- There will be a link on the City of Lilburn website, Old Town Lilburn website, and Social Media posts encouraging the public to vote.
- All applicants will be emailed a QR code that will take them to the voting document. All applicants should share this with their friends, family, and neighbors to encourage participation in voting.
Application deadline 11/17/25
Judging Criteria:
- Creativity and Originality
- Overall appearance and theme
- Use of lights/decorations
- Holiday spirit
Awards will be given for addresses with the most votes:
- 1st Place
- 2nd Place
- 3rd Place
- Best Business Display
Winners will be announced from the stage on Main St. at the Christmas Parade, Saturday December 6th at 9:00 am.
Questions: Contact the event coordinator at jminnoia@cityoflilburn.com
Questions on the registration
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Are you an Old Town Lilburn Resident or Business
- Do you decorate every year, or is this your first time?
- How long have you been in Lilburn
- Are you collaborating with your next door neighbor on a shared display?
- If collaborating with your neighbor on the display list thier name and address below.
- Describe your display
- How did you hear about the competition?
- By participating, I agree that my homes address (but not my name) can be included on a public list for judging purposes.
- I have read and understand the terms and conditions for Holiday Lights and Flight Fest decorating competition.The City of Lilburn and its employees assume no liability for loss or injury. Applicant agrees to hold The City of Lilburn and its employees harmless for any loss or injury. All participants in the competition are personally responsible for their displays. By signing this application, applicant acknowledges that they have read, understand, and agree to the policies and terms outlined in this document.
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 0