Enter the 2026 Kailua Kalikimaka Window Decorating Contest

Kailua Village Business Improvement District looks forward to enticing community members to shop small and shop local in Historic Kailua Village this holiday season.

They invite business owners and shopkeepers in the District to enter the NEW! 2026 Christmas Window Decoration Contest.

Business owners and shopkeepers commit by Friday, November 13. Judging begins Tuesday, December 1. Christmas windows must remain decorated from December 1 through December 31.

CONTEST THEME
Kailua Kalikimaka

CONTEST PRIZES
1st place winner will receive $1,500
2nd place winner will receive $1,000
3rd place winner will receive $500

CONTEST GUIDELINES
• Contest windows must be completed and ready for judging on Monday, Nov. 30
• Judging will begin on Tuesday, December 1.
• Winners will be announced during the Kailua Village Christmas Parade on Dec. 12
• The contest is for window decorations visible from the exterior only
• Consider lighting up your windows at night
• Get creative!

JUDGING CRITERIA
Originality and creative concept
Workmanship and use of materials and color
General presentation
Lights and nighttime appeal

ENTRY FEE
It’s free. There’s no cost or fee to enter.

Sponsored by: Kailua Village Business Improvement District