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Retailers: be part of bringing the Christmas cheer this year!

Be in to win $9,000 in prizes for your Christmas windows

Following on from the fabulously festive displays of last year and positive feedback from participating retailers, we’re inviting businesses to take part in our second Christmas window competition. There is $9,000 worth of prizes on offer and we’d love to have you involved.

Decorating your windows is a great way to draw customers into your store during this important retail season while adding to the seasonal spirit in the city centre. Creativity is encouraged, and the only limit is your imagination. 

Competition prizes

  • 3 x Winners will win a cash prize of $2,000
  • 4 x Highly Commended awards of a $500 voucher at a Heart of the City business of choice 
  • 5 x Heart of Christmas awards of a $200 voucher at a Heart of the City business of choice 

Register now

Click here to enter

To enter the competition all entrants must do the following by 5pm, 7 December 2021:

  • Dress your shop window to best represent your business for the festive season. All window dressing costs are the responsibility of the business
  • Complete the entry form here
  • Submit 1-3 photos of the window by email to info@hotcity.co.nz to assist with judging (don't worry, we'll email you a reminder closer to the time!)

COVID-19

Elements of this competition may be affected by COVID-19 alert levels and operating restrictions. HOTC may vary the details of the competition if necessary, and will communicate any changes with entrants. See Ts and Cs for full details. 

Terms and Conditions

Full Terms and Conditions are available here

Get involved this Christmas

Another opportunity for city-centre retailers is our Christmas Decals at no charge. Find out more here.

Take a look at our winning windows from 2020

Image: Mortimer Hirst.

Image: RJB

Image: magichollow