Rules and Information:

• Applications will be accepted between November 1 and December 5 by 5:00 p.m. 
• Entries will be judged on attractiveness, creativity and scale.  An entry can win only one award.  Entries will be judged from the curb; judges will not enter private property.
• Participation is free and open to all Niles residents. All decorating must be done by the resident, not a professional decorator/designer.  Businesses are not eligible.  Decorations must comply with Village of Niles ordinances and housing codes.
• The decisions of the judging committee are final.  Judges are not eligible to participate.
• Winners will be announced at the Tuesday, December 11 Village Board of Trustees meeting at 7:00 p.m., and will be notified prior to the meeting and invited to attend.
• Winners will receive gift cards ranging from $50 - $100 in value, a lawn sign recognizing the award and announcements on the Village website and social media.  The names and addresses of the winners will be made public.