The City of Mission is excited to bring back the Downtown Mission Window Decorating Contest this winter season. Downtown businesses should fill out the below interest form to secure your spot on the ballot. Participating business locations will be highlighted in our community outreach to generate excitement for downtown Mission throughout the holiday shopping season.
Business owners must submit an interest form by Saturday, November 15, 2025 to be included on the ballot.
CONTEST PRIZES
Prize money will be awarded by a panel of judges in the categories of 1st Place, 2nd Place, and 3rd Place, and an additional People’s Choice Award will be voted on by the public. Judges will keep in mind the following criteria for each window:
• Originality – The creativity and originality in the design concept.
• Spirit – The likelihood to foster community camaraderie with inclusive and family friendly design.
• Workmanship – The craftsmanship in the creation. Detail in design and creation of objects with the effective use of colors and materials.
DOWNTOWN WINDOW DECORATING CONTEST GUIDELINES
• Interest Forms Due by November 15 to confirm your spot on the ballot!
• Contest windows must be completed and ready for judging by 10:00 a.m. on November 29, 2025 (Small Business Saturday).
• Display period will run from November 29 through December 31, 2025. Voting period will run from November 29-December 21, 2025.
• Winners will be announced on December 22, 2025.
• We strongly recommend your window be lit up in some way at night. Display materials and decorations must be contained inside the window and contest is for decorations visible from the exterior only. Judging will be done from outside the building.
• Entry is free!
• Contest is limited to business windows in the Downtown Mission area, Johnson Drive between Lamar and the Mission Transit Center.
Thank you for your interest. Entries are currently closed for the 2025 season, however we hope to see you back in 2026!