Fairfax Storefront Window Decorating Contest Brightens Up The Holidays

FAIRFAX, VA — Fairfax City businesses are decorating their storefront windows, hoping to win the 2021 Fairfax City Holiday Window Decorating Contest.

Hosted by Fairfax City’s Economic Development Authority and the Old Town Fairfax Business Association, this year’s contest has 14 participating businesses.

Beginning Friday, participating businesses are putting displays up in their windows in line with the theme of a “Winter Wonderland.” Businesses will compete for the most votes, with the winning display declared the People’s Choice.

In addition to the People’s Choice winner, City Council will select a Grand Prize winner, with each winning business awarded complimentary access to digital marketing consulting services. The digital marketing services are designed to help businesses create stronger online visibility and are valued at $1,500.

Votes can be cast through Monday, Jan. 3 by visiting participating businesses and scanning the QR code in their windows. Voters will have their name entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $25 gift card to a participating Fairfax City business of choice.

The participating businesses are:

• Beauty Door Salon & Spa, 4088 Jermantown Rd.
• Brooke’s Bridal & Ball, 3955 Chain Bridge Rd., Suite 103
• Coyote Grille, 10266 Main St.
• Fairfax Surf Shop, 10304 Willard Way
• Fairfax Veterinary Hospital, 10396 Willard Way
• Hamrock’s Restaurant, 3950 Chain Bridge Rd.
• Joy Unlimited, 10400 Main St., Suite 200
• Mode on Main by Mara, 4011 Chain Bridge Rd.
• Ornery Beer Company, 3950 University Dr., Suite 106
• OSA Martial Arts, 3848 Old Lee Hwy.
• Pacers Running, 10420 North St.
• Red Effect Infrared Fitness, 3950 University Dr., Suite 103
• The Old Firestation #3, 3988 University Dr., Suite 2510
• Twins Ace Hardware, 10310B Main St.

“The Fairfax City Holiday Window Decorating Contest promotes the business community, encourages residents and visitors to explore the city, and highlights the importance of shopping small,” Danette Nguyen, assistant director of economic development for the City of Fairfax, said in a statement.

To learn more about the 2021 Holiday Window Decorating Contest, visit fairfaxcityconnected.com/21windows.