Residents are encouraged to showcase their creativity and community pride by decorating their homes in their own unique Halloween style. Whether the display is a family-friendly Halloween masterpiece or the scariest house on the block, all are invited to participate.
Awards will be presented in two categories:
• Best Themed House
• Scariest House
The contest is free to enter and is open to all 61071 addresses.
All lights and yard displays must be visible from the street.
Registration Information
Residents must register by October 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Registration forms and a nighttime photo of the decorated home must be emailed to travel@visitrockfalls.com.
The registration form is available at: https://bit.ly/3W111NQ
Display Dates and Hours
Participating homes must have their decorations lit nightly from October 16 through October 26, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Residents and visitors will have the opportunity to tour the participating homes after sunset and enjoy the Halloween displays throughout the community.
Community Voting
Community voting will open digitally on October 16 at 5:00 p.m. Voters can access the voting link through the Visit Rock Falls Facebook page.
Those who prefer to vote in person can visit the City Hall vestibule Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and look for the decorated Halloween voting table. Ballots will include every participating address, allowing community members to pick up a ballot, tour the displays after sunset, and return later to cast their vote.
Winners will be announced October 28, 2026.
