Window Display Competition
win $500

(Businesses in Picton only)

Retailers and businesses across Picton are encouraged to create bright and decorative window displays in the evening to celebrate illuminate Wollondilly Festival. Not only will it make your shop front stand out, it may also attract potential customers and visitors. Window displays could be as simple as a row of Christmas lights, or as extravagant as themed displays with sounds and other decorations.  It is up to you and the unique personality of your business. 

The goal is to have fun and show the community you are proud to participate in this vibrant community event.  Businesses are also welcome to light up the exterior of their shop in coloured lights.  The events officer will be happy to assist you in making contact with councils lighting provider for the festival. 

Conditions of Entry:

1. Judging criteria will cover all aspects of light and sound, including overall impression and visual impact, creativity of ideas, and innovativeness of displays.
2. Displays will be judged by the Mayor of Wollondilly Council Cr Matthew Deeth, a Councillor and one member from Southern Tablelands Arts (STA).
3. Judging for the competition will occur on Friday 17^th May between 6-8pm.
4. Judges’ decision is final and the winners will be announced at the Mayors Welcome Speech at Illuminate Wollondilly on Saturday 18^th May 6pm.
5. Top prize will be awarded to the owner(s) of the business with the winning window display.
6. Entries close 4pm Wednesday 15^th  May 2018.

*Wollondilly Local Business Voucher redeemable at one participating local business, as chosen by the winner.

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EXTEND YOUR TRADING HOURS

Businesses are encouraged to extend their trading hours to take full advantage of the increased number of residents and visitors that flock to Picton by staying open until 9pm. Kerbside dining has been approved during the Festival for food sales and outdoor dining experiences (Liquor licensing and restrictions apply).

CREATE PACKAGES/SALES FOR YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS

Illuminate Wollondilly attracts tens of thousands of people who are looking for a unique experience. We encourage local businesses to create packages that may attract sales during the Festival or upon return visits. This could include hampers of local produce, weekend stays or dinner and drink packages. 

 We encourage you to create packages or plan retail sales that attract people to your business so you may reap the rewards of increased visitation by residents, visitors and tourists.