Best Lights in Citrus Heights

The Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest celebrates the holiday spirit of our residents as they decorate for the season. Every year, neighbors can nominate each other for one of the award categories. After nominations close, the community then votes on their favorites! All nominees and category winners receive a yard sign to display at their residences.

2025 Dates

  • Nominations Open: December 1 to December 8
  • Community Voting: December 9 to December 16
  • Yard Sign Pick Up at City Hall: December 18

2024 Award Winners:

  • GRISWOLD: Brightest and most impactful display of shining lights. Awarded to 8331 Allene Creek Court
  • HOLIDAY VILLAGE: The best-decorated block or neighborhood working together. Awarded to Creekcrest Circle
  • WINTER WONDERLAND: Chilliest display of icicles, white lights and wintry display. Awarded to 7141 Cross Drive
  • SNOW GLOBE: Biggest and brightest inflatable display. Awarded to 7143 Karen Rae Court
  • SLEIGH THE THEME: Tells a cohesive story or has a clear theme. Awarded to 8246 Moss Oak Avenue
  • SANTA'S FAVORITE/OVERALL: Best appearance and overall decoration. Awarded to 7131 Karen Rae Court

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  18. 18 5909 Whaler Court 65230
  19. 19 6099 Peoria Dr. 65143 IMG_0930
  20. 20 6213 Oakcreek Way 65178 IMG_20241203_183433
  21. 21 7001 Whyte Ave 65200 IMG_20241202_202055
  22. 22 7513 Circuit Dr 65229 inbound1842957431602771250
  23. 23 7620 Sylvan Valley Way 65239 17336199822675045442657365874488
  24. 24 7947 Summerplace Drive 65252 inbound521875644621621619
  25. 25 8060 Hoopes Dr. 65251 inbound4834498871196149055
  26. 26 8331 Allene Creek Court 65218 IMG_0629
  27. 27 Creekcrest Circle 65225 IMG_2305

2023 Award Winners

  • GRISWOLD: Brightest display of shining lights. Awarded to 6316 Creekcrest Cir.
  • HOLIDAY VILLAGE: Best multi-house displays on the same street/neighborhood. Awarded to 5412 Celestial Way.
  • HOLLYWOOD HOLIDAYS: Best use of characters (Frosty, Santa, Rudolph, Buddy the Elf, etc.). Awarded to 8246 Moss Oak Ave.
  • OUTDOOR HOLIDAY TREE: Best decorated tree in a yard or outdoor space. Awarded to 6700 Rinconada Dr.
  • JINGLE ALL THE WAY:  Best use of music and/or animation. No nominations.
  • JACK FROST: Chilliest display of icicles and white lights. Awarded to 7141 Cross Dr.
  • SANTA'S FAVORITE: Best appearance or theme, best overall. Awarded to 7032 Ansbrough Dr.