Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais is officially lighting up for the season tonight as the 6th annual Holiday Homes & Holly Jolly Lighting Contest kicks off across the community. The popular self-guided tour runs from Thursday, December 5 through Wednesday, December 25, inviting families to explore festive displays throughout Kankakee County’s growing northern village.
According to the Village of Bourbonnais, residents can begin touring participating homes starting at 5 p.m. tonight, with displays remaining lit until around 11:45 p.m. The event encourages visitors to grab a warm drink, gather family or friends, and cruise through local streets to view this year’s holiday creations.
The contest—sponsored by Brandon Casey’s Comfort Crew and ComEd—is open to Bourbonnais residents and free for the public to enjoy. Organizers said the event continues to grow each year as more households participate and visitors from surrounding communities, including Bradley and Kankakee, make the drive to view the decorated homes.
The village will release the official map of participating locations on its website and social media pages, allowing visitors to follow a structured route or explore neighborhoods at their own pace. Homes will remain on display throughout the holiday season, with winners announced after voting concludes later in December.
According to event organizers, the goal is to bring community members together and spread seasonal cheer, offering a family-friendly activity throughout the month.
Residents and visitors touring the displays are encouraged to share photos, vote where applicable, and support the village’s annual tradition.
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