Question 1

What is Battle Creek Lights?

Accepted Answer

A communitywide Christmas light competition for homes throughout the Battle Creek area of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Question 2

Who can participate?

Accepted Answer

Any home inside one of the participating Battle Creek neighborhoods. One entry is allowed per address.

Question 3

Is the contest free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is no cost to enter or vote.

Question 4

Which neighborhoods are included?

Accepted Answer

Fifteen connected Battle Creek communities, listed in full on the neighborhoods page.

Question 5

When are nominations open?

Accepted Answer

Nominations open Monday, November 16, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. and close Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. Central.

Question 6

Does my display need to be finished when nominations open?

Accepted Answer

No. You can decorate earlier or later, but your finished display and its photos must be ready by the December 6 deadline at 9:00 p.m.

Question 7

Can I nominate my own house or a neighbor's?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can enter your own home or nominate a neighbor's, but a neighbor's entry needs the resident's permission before it is published or eligible for votes.

Question 8

When does voting happen?

Accepted Answer

There is no voting during nominations. Voting opens Monday, December 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) and closes Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. Central.

Question 9

How does voting work?

Accepted Answer

There is one public voting round. Every approved, complete entry is included for the whole voting period. Each device may cast one vote per home. Vote totals and rankings stay private.

Question 10

What awards are given?

Accepted Answer

People's Choice, determined by valid public votes, and Judges' Choice, selected separately by the organizer-appointed judging panel.

Question 11

When will the winners be announced?

Accepted Answer

Winners are announced Friday, December 18, 2026.

Question 12

When should displays be lit?

Accepted Answer

Participating displays should be on nightly from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., December 7 through December 26.

Question 13

Can I visit the homes in person?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Please drive slowly, dim your high beams, and stay off private property.

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