Murrieta Holiday Home Decorating Contest Winners Crowned

Editor's Note: This story was updated at 11:20 a.m. Dec. 12 to include a printable pdf map of the winning entries.

Murrieta is bright and beautiful this time of year, just ask the judges of the city's annual Holiday Home Decorating Contest.

There were 35 entries in this year's contest. Judging took place the Dec. 7-8; the winners were announced Tuesday and are listed below.

Best Block: Shamrock Lane in the Mapleton Tract

Most Creative: The Drugatz Family at 36004 Corte Renata

Best Use of Lights: The Huezo Family at 41195 Geranio Circle

Most Festive: The Valenzuela Family at 36010 Corte Renata

Judge’s Prize: (Tie) The Cabrera Family at 23633 Lincoln Avenue

Judge's Prize: (Tie) The Rumpilla Family at 23625 Lincoln Avenue (tied)

Holiday Spirit: The Timm Family at 23539 Karen Place

Honorable Mentions:

The Lawson Family at 23928 Silverleaf Way

The Damato Family at 37542 Newcastle Road

The McConnell Family at 41939 Black Mountain Trail

The Tyler Family at 33588 Zinnia Lane

A map of all locations is available beginning Wednesday, Dec. 12 at Murrieta City Hall or on the city’s website at Murrieta.org.

All entries are accessible for public viewing, according to Lea Kolek, management analyst for the city of Murrieta.

For more information, call 951-304-PARK (7275).