Coon Rapids Aglow With Festive Cheer As Holiday Lighting Contest Sparkles Into The Season

Coon Rapids Aglow With Festive Cheer As Holiday Lighting Contest Sparkles Into The Season

The city of Coon Rapids is sparkling a little brighter this holiday season as residents showcase their festive spirit. According to a city release, the Coon Rapids Arts Commission is hosting its annual Holiday Lighting Contest, inviting the community to witness the glittering displays put forth by local decorators. Enthusiastic participants have entered 23 homes into the competition, hoping to capture the eyes and hearts of passersby and judges alike.

Ranging from the dynamically animated to the serenely static, these displays have been categorized accordingly, with nine entries competing in the "motion" category and 14 in the "still" category. Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to take part in the Holiday Lights Tour, a self-guided expedition that promises to be as much an adventure for the soul as it is a treat for the eyes. An interactive map is available online with addresses and a guided tour option to make to easily navigate the illuminated streets.

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission, bearing the responsibility of judging these entries, is looking to select winners based on criteria such as visual appeal, uniqueness, and tidiness. With cash prizes at stake for the top two winners in both the "still" and "motion" categories, the anticipation is palpable. The commission extends gratitude to all entrants and is now in the process of deliberation. The announcement of winners will forge a high point in the city's holiday calendar, set to be broadcast across multiple channels.

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission shows its dedication to not just the arts but also the joyful expressions of holiday cheer. In a statement obtained by the city website, commission members "thank EVERYONE who entered this year and invite the public to share in the excitement of holiday lights!" As houses across the city stand adorned with lights that twinkle against the winter dark, so does the collective spirit of Coon Rapids shine brighter. Stay tuned to the City website, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as CTN Channel 859, to find out which homes will claim the honor of having the most festive facades in town.

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