•December 10, 2025•

The Village of Bethany is continuing their tradition of the Christmas Light Contest. For those who would like to participate, visit the Village Hall at 201 W Main St, Bethany, or call the Village Hall at (217) 665-3351 to get your name on the list

From the time you sign up until December 25th, make sure your Christmas light display is on from dusk until 9:00 p.m. The judges will come by at some point in that time frame to judge all the displays and will choose the winners

This year’s prizes are: 1st Place: $100 Utility Credit; 2nd Place: $50 Utility Credit; 3rd Place: $50 Utility Credit; and (4) Honorable Mentions $25 Utility Credit.