Eligibility
- The contest is open to all businesses and homes located within Rio Linda & Elverta.
- Participants must register by completing the official online entry form by November 29th.
- All displays must be set up and fully operational by December 1st for judging.
- Participants agree to have their address and photo posted for judging and to be on the Chamber’s Christmas Light Map.
Display Guidelines
- Decorations must include lighting and be visible from the street at night.
- Displays should reflect a festive, family-friendly theme. Inappropriate or offensive content will not be accepted and will result in disqualification.
Safety Guidelines
- Decorations should not obstruct sidewalks, driveways, or public roads.
- Participants are responsible for their displays.
Judging Criteria
- Displays will be judged by the Chamber Christmas Contest Subcommittee based on the following criteria:
- Creativity/Originality – How unique and imaginative are the decorations?
- Holiday Spirit – How well do the decorations capture the holiday theme?
- Use of Space – Effective use of available space for decorations.
- Theme Cohesion – Consistency of the decorations’ style or theme.
- Lighting – The quality and effectiveness of lighting in the display.
- Popular Choice – The winner of the community popular poll will receive an additional 5 points added to their overall score.
Popular Vote
- Community members can vote for their favorite displays through a poll.
- Public voting will be open from December 1st to December 11th.
- Each participant’s photo will be posted with their assigned entry number and address.
Prizes and Recognition
- Prizes are as follows:
- 1st Place: $200
- 2nd Place: $125
- 3rd Place: $50
- Winners will be announced during the RLE Christmas Light Parade on December 13th, immediately after the tree lighting ceremony that takes place at 6:05PM.
- Winners agree to have their photos, business names or addresses featured in Chamber promotions.
Liability and Disclaimer
- The Chamber of Commerce is not responsible for any damage, theft, or injury that may occur during the contest.
- By entering, participants agree to hold the Chamber harmless from any claims arising from their participation in the contest.
- Participants consent to the use of photos of their decorations for promotional purposes by the Chamber.
Disqualification
- The Chamber reserves the right to disqualify any participant for violating contest rules, including but not limited to the use of offensive or dangerous decorations.
- Late entries or incomplete registrations will not be accepted.
Additional Information
- Participants are encouraged to keep their displays up through the holiday season, even after the contest ends, to contribute to community spirit.
- For any questions or clarifications, please contact us at Info@riolindachamber.com.
Entry Form
Visit https://www.riolindachamber.com/2025-rio-linda-elverta-chamber-holiday-lights-contest-entry-form/ to complete your entry form, or just follow the link in the QR code below. Good luck!
