The City of Newcastle and its Community Activities Commission invite everyone to join the 2024 Lights of Newcastle Outdoor Holiday Display Contest! Here’s your chance to spread holiday cheer by decorating your home, yard, or balcony with festive lights and decorations for the community to enjoy.

This year, all awards will be community choice through an online voting system. We’ve added exciting new categories to make it even more fun and encourage more folks to get involved!

CONTEST DETAILS

• Eligibility: Open to any residence (apartment, condo, house, townhome) within Newcastle city limits.
• Display Visibility: Decorations must be viewable from the sidewalk or street.
• Lighting Hours: Displays should be lit from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., December 13-18.

HOW TO ENTER

1. Register: Sign up for FREE at bit.ly/NewcastleLights2024 by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9.
2. Display a Contest Sign: Registrants receive a "yard" sign to show they’re part of the contest.
3. Get Ready to Shine: Set up your decorations to be ready by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13.

JUDGING & AWARDS

Judging will take place from December 13-18. A Google map of participating displays will be available on the City of Newcastle website and at City Hall for self-guided tours.

All awards will be determined by community choice through an online voting system, with categories designed for everyone to enjoy:

• Buddy’s Favorite (Kid’s Choice)
• Griswold Award (best use of lighting/illumination)
• Misfit Toys Award (best use of inflatables/lawn ornaments/props)
• Traditionally Elegant (best use of design)
• All Decked Out (best apartment/condo/townhome window or balcony)

Winners will be announced on social media on Friday, Dec. 20.

For more information or assistance, contact Amy George, Events & Recreation Coordinator, at [email protected]. Happy decorating, Newcastle!