Murray Bridge Christmas lights competition is now open for nominations

Residents and businesses have until November 24, 2023 to demonstrate their dedication to spreading joy this festive season.

Murray Bridge Christmas lights competition is now open for nominations

This sponsored post is brought to you by the Rural City of Murray Bridge.

Get ready to sparkle and shine this festive season, light up your homes and businesses and join in the Rural City of Murray Bridge Christmas Lights Competition.

Embrace the holiday spirit by nominating a worthy candidate for any one of the categories, including small, large, traditional, business, and the esteemed mayor’s award.

Exciting gifts along with well-deserved bragging rights await the winners.

Mayor Wayne Thorley expressed his excitement about the competition.

“Christmas provides an opportunity to unwind, come together with loved ones and celebrate the joy of the holiday season,” he said.

“We look forward to witnessing the brilliance of homes adorned with enchanting Christmas displays.”

Whether you’re passionate about Christmas or eager to brighten up your neighbourhood, this competition offers the perfect platform to showcase your creativity and spread joy.

Christmas Lights Competition entry form148KB ∙ PDF fileDownloadDownload

All properties within the Rural City of Murray Bridge local government area are eligible to enter, with one entry allowed per individual or group for each category.

Entries will be evaluated based on four key criteria:

  • Presentation: general appearance, layout and design
  • Light: use of colour, form and composition
  • Creativity: innovation and passion
  • Reflection of the Christmas season’s spirit

Entry forms and guidelines are now available at the local government centre and Murray Bridge Library, or online at www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au/christmaslights.

Nominations will close on Thursday, November 24.

Judging will take place from December 11-13.

Please note, a photograph of the display must be submitted along with the nomination form.

Winners will be announced at an award ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, December 20.


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