The City of Natchez has announced a Christmas Decorating Challenge for residents in and around the Henry Brown Subdivision, Cambridge Heights, Holiday Apartments, and Maryland Heights, inviting households to turn their porches, yards, windows, and doors into small bursts of seasonal cheer.
The city says “Santa’s Christmas Cheer” areas include a wide group of streets and neighborhoods. Residents in the following locations are encouraged to participate:
- Cora Avenue
- Gaile Avenue
- Meadow Lane
- Opal Drive
- Sgt. Henry L. Brown Drive
- Virginia Avenue
- Cambridge Heights
- Holiday Apartments
- Maryland Heights
The challenge isn’t limited to one style of decorating. Whether someone wants to go all-out with inflatable Santas and a full “North Pole” theme, or keep things neat and classic with tasteful lights and wreaths, the goal is simply to participate and bring some visual holiday warmth to the community.
Judges will recognize winners in four categories:
- Best House
- Best Yard
- Best Door
- Best Window
That means even smaller or simpler setups can still shine. A standout door display or a creatively lit window could take home a prize just as easily as a fully decorated yard.
The city plans to award prizes including turkeys and gift cards.
Judging is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, so decorators have a clear deadline to get lights up, ornaments placed, and final touches ready. Residents are encouraged to make sure their displays are visible from the street by that date.
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