The Cork Business Association (CBA), in partnership with Cork City Council, is delighted to announce the return of the Cork City Christmas Display Competition — a celebration of creativity, community, and Christmas spirit across Cork city!
This year’s competition invites businesses of all sizes to transform their windows and façades into dazzling festive displays that will captivate shoppers, brighten our streets, and boost the city’s magical Christmas atmosphere.
Businesses can enter in one or more of the following categories:
Best Overall Display
Best Non-Retail Façade
Best Independent Retail Window
Best Large/Chain Retail Window
Whether you’re an independent retailer, a café, hotel, or office — there’s a category for you!
Nominations are now open!
You can nominate your own business, another business, or your favourite display as a member of the public.
Simply email info@corkbusiness.ie with:
The business name
A photo of the Christmas display
The business address
This competition is a wonderful opportunity to:
Showcase your creativity
Help create a magical Christmas trail around Cork City
Encourage shoppers and visitors to explore and support local businesses
Celebrate Cork’s vibrant retail and hospitality scene
We’re thrilled to introduce a new panel of judges for 2025, featuring leading figures from Cork’s retail, design, and creative industries.
Visit corkbusiness.ie/cba-christmas-window-awards to meet the full judging panel and view this year’s competition criteria.