Orleans Christmas Lighting Contest returns for 2026

ORLEANS – The Orleans Chamber of Commerce is once again inviting all Orleans residents and business owners to take part in its 2026 annual Christmas Lighting Contest. This year’s contest is open to local business owners and all residential properties in Orleans located within a five-mile radius. This year’s theme is “A Hometown Christmas.”

Prizes will be awarded for best overall decorating.

Nominations for the 2026 Christmas Lighting Contest may be mailed to the Orleans Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 9 or dropped off at Orleans Town Hall, or emailed to rfh2.orleans@gmail.com. Special entry forms will also appear in The Orleans Progress Examiner.

All entries must include the owner’s name, address, telephone number, and detailed driving directions. For more information, contact the Orleans Chamber office at 812-865-9930.