Bukidnon Opens 2025 Christmas Village and Lantern Competitions With Major Prizes

Mindanao Creativity Takes Center Stage in Bukidnon’s Christmas Celebrations

Bukidnon Announces Provincewide Christmas Village and Lantern Competitions

The Provincial Government of Bukidnon has opened entries for two major holiday competitions: the Christmas Village Competition and the Christmas Lantern Competition, both featuring the province’s 2025 Christmas theme, “Gifts of Cheer from Santa’s Sleigh.”

Christmas Village Competition Highlights

• Open to all, limited to 30 slots
• Entries must reflect the theme using blue, silver, and gold
• Structures must be earth-friendly, using recycled or sustainable materials
• Lighting features required; open flames prohibited
• Must be durable and suitable for outdoor display
• Completion deadline: November 19, 2025

Judging Criteria

• Theme alignment – 25%
• Sustainable materials – 15%
• Workmanship and durability – 25%
• Artistry and overall appearance – 15%
• Social media impact – 20%

Prizes

• 1st: ₱100,000 + trophy
• 2nd: ₱80,000 + trophy
• 3rd: ₱60,000 + trophy
• All participants receive a plaque of appreciation

Winners will be announced on December 15, 2025 at Kaamulan Park, Malaybalay City, with judging from November 20 to December 14.

Christmas Lantern Competition Details

• Open to individuals, groups, CSOs, NGOs, LGUs, and private companies
• Must follow the same theme, using blue, silver, and gold colors
• Lanterns must be earth-friendly and feature lighting
• Maximum size: 1.5 meters in height or width
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor display
• Submission deadline: November 19, 2025, 5 PM at the Provincial Tourism Office

Judging Criteria

• Specifications compliance – 15%
• Sustainable materials – 25%
• Workmanship and durability – 20%
• Artistry and appearance – 20%
• Social media impact – 20%

Prizes

• 1st: ₱10,000 + trophy
• 2nd: ₱7,000 + trophy
• 3rd: ₱5,000 + trophy
• 30 consolation prizes: ₱1,000 each
• All participants receive certification

Participants may register through the provided form link and submit entries directly to the Provincial Tourism Office at Kaamulan Park.

Join the Festivities and Showcase Your Talent

Residents and organizations across Bukidnon are encouraged to participate, celebrate the season, and showcase local creativity throughout this provincewide holiday tradition.