2026 City of Salinas Holiday Home Lighting Competition

Let’s Deck the Halls, Salinas

The holiday season is right around the corner, and we’re excited to bring back the 2026 City of Salinas Holiday Home Lighting Competition.

20 Years of Holiday Magic & Counting

It's time to deck the halls, Salinas! For 20 years, this beloved holiday tradition has brought our community together, spreading Christmas cheer, creating memories, and lighting up neighborhoods throughout our city.

Submit Your Entry Early

Submit your entry early using the registration form below. No need to be fully decorated now, we will announce delines for entry and decor later.  

Competition Updates & Judging

Our elves are working hard to put together another magic filled community event. Judging dates and awards will be announced soon. 

Be sure to check back on this page. We'll continue updating it with important announcements, judging dates, competition information, and award results as they become available.

Let's make Salinas shine bright this holiday season!

ENTER THE 2026 COMPETITION

We look forward to seeing your holiday displays and celebrating the magic of the Salinas community. 

Special Congrats to last years winners

Thank you to our Sponsors