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Destin launches citywide holiday decoration contest for 2024 season

The City of Destin is organizing a holiday decorations contest for residents and businesses within city limits, with judging scheduled for December 17-18 from 5-8 p.m. each evening.
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The City of Destin’s Holiday Committee has announced its annual Christmas decoration contest, inviting residents, businesses, and organizations within city limits to showcase their festive displays.

  • The free contest features four categories: Best Decorated Home, Best Decorated Business, Best Decorated Organization, and Best Overall Holiday. Judges will evaluate exterior decorations visible from the front of properties.

Participants must submit their nominations by 5 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 2024, either by calling (850) 654-5184 or emailing Recreation@cityofdestin.com. All contestants must be located within annexed City of Destin boundaries.

The residential category encompasses single homes, duplexes, and mobile homes, while the business division includes restaurants, shops, schools, and professional offices. Organizations such as homeowners associations and golf courses can compete in their designated category.

Judging will take place from 5-8 p.m. on December 17, with an additional evening of judging possible on December 18, depending on the number of entries. Participants must maintain their decorations from December 16 through December 31.

  • Winners will receive recognition from the Mayor during the Council meeting in January 2025. The city will share photos of participating properties’ exterior decorations on its social media platforms.

For registration or additional information, residents can contact the provided phone number or email address.

One Response

  1. We have just put up the ‘1st Xmas tree on the Indianola Indian mound’ on Brooks Street in fort Walton Beach, fla at Indianola on the Water condos.
    I would love to have a pic in your paper with a pic of all residents that participated in the trimming of the tree.
    I have pics but can’t attach here.

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