Poway Celebrates America's 250th with Red, White & Wow!

Get ready to sparkle, shine, and show your stars and stripes, Poway! In celebration of America’s 250th, the City of Poway is proud to announce its first-ever Red, White & WOW! patriotic decorating contest. 

Poway is already known for its Fourth of July traditions including festivities at Old Poway Park, Veterans Park and two spectacular firework shows. This inaugural contest invites residents and businesses to join in the Semiquincentennial spirit with a community-wide celebration of all things red, white and blue.

The contest is open for Poway residents and businesses. Residents can choose between entering the outdoor display or window display category.

Everyone gets a say in choosing winners via the People’s Choice award, with online voting open between June 22 and July 2. A digital map featuring photos and locations of all contest entries will be available on the City’s website, making it easy for residents to explore and support their favorite displays. A special panel of judges from local veterans and military service organizations will name Judge’s Choice awards in each category.

Registered participants receive a yard sign encouraging their fans to vote. Decorations must be visible from a public sidewalk or street and displayed between June 22 and July 5. 

Read the contest guidelines and register online by June 15 at 5 p.m.