Murray Bridge is the place to be for sparkle and shine this festive season!
The Rural City of Murray Bridge invites residents and businesses to dazzle the community with their Christmas lights displays and enter the 2026 Christmas Lights Competition for a chance to win a $200 voucher to spend at a business of their choice within the RCMB Council area.
The community can get into the festive spirit by nominating their favourite local Christmas lights display in one of five categories: Small, Large, Traditional, Business or the prestigious Mayor’s Award.
Help us decorate the region for the festive season and bring joy to locals and visitors as they admire your creativity and dedication. The competition is a great opportunity to showcase your festive displays, brighten your neighbourhood and earn some well-deserved bragging rights!
The competition is open to eligible properties within the Rural City of Murray Bridge local government area, with one nomination permitted per individual or group in each category.
The judges will consider the following when selecting the winning entries:
- Presentation – Overall appearance, layout and design
- Light – Creative use of colour, form and composition
- Creativity – Innovation and imagination behind the display
- Christmas Spirit – Reflection of the festive season
- Wow Factor – The overall impact of the display
Nomination forms and competition guidelines will be available at www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au/christmaslights, as well as at the Local Government Centre and Murray Bridge Library.
A photo and/or video of the display must accompany all nominations.
- Nominations open: Monday 23 November 2026
- Nominations close: Wednesday 9 December 2026
- Judging dates: Wednesday 9 to Monday 14 December 2026
- Winners announced: Thursday 17 December 2026 at the Christmas Lights presentation
Displays must be illuminated each night from 9 to 14 December for judging.
For more information or enquiries, please call 8539 1100 or visit the Council website.