It’s That Time
of Year Again
Winnetka Wonderland is back! Let’s light up our homes, celebrate the season, and bring a little extra magic to our neighborhood.
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Made merry by neighbors, for neighbors.

December 1–January 6 · 5–10 PM
Festive holiday displays. Community gatherings.
Let’s make this holiday season our brightest yet.
THE HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST
Big cheer. A little friendly competition.
Deck the halls (and the front yard). Enter your home in the Winnetka Wonderland Holiday Home Decorating Contest.
Three awards. Each winning home receives a Winnetka Wonderland trophy and commemorative lawn sign.
Sign up before November 26
Registration is required to enter the decorating contest. Make sure your home is signed up before November 26.
Best of Show
The ultimate holiday display, bringing the magic and the wow factor.
Most Creative
Imaginative, original, and wonderfully unexpected decorations.
Best Light Display
The most dazzling lights. A little sparkle? Think a whole lot of sparkle.
Learn more
Enter the Decorating Contest
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Make Room for Some Merry
Holiday happenings, neighborhood gatherings, and festive fun. There’s a little merry for everyone.
FRI · DEC
04
Opening Ceremony
5–7 PM
Twinkling lights and seasonal songs to welcome a little wonder.
SAT · DEC
05
Cocoa & Community
11 AM–2 PM
A sample gathering for warm cups and good company.
SUN · DEC
06
Letters to Santa
12–3 PM
A sample afternoon of wishes, letters, and holiday imagination.

Help Make the Magic Happen
The best part of Wonderland? The neighbors who make it happen. Help with events, share your ideas, volunteer, ask questions, and learn more at our volunteer meeting.
November 10 · 7:00 PM · via Zoom
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A few merry
details
Helpful information for Winnetka Wonderland neighbors.
What is Winnetka Wonderland?
Who can vote in the decorating contest?
What are the decorating contest awards?
When will contest winners be announced?
When are holiday lights on?
How can I volunteer or get involved?