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2024 HOME AND BUSINESS LIGHTING COMPETITION WINNERS
Friday 17th January 2025

The Ministry of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries proudly unveiled the winners of the 2024 Christmas Home and Business Lighting Competition, an annual celebration of creativity and festive spirit. The event, which showcases dazzling and innovative light displays, featured Home and Business categories, with participants vying for top honors and prizes.

In the Home category, participants competed within four zones: East, West, North, and South. The Business category spanned the entire island, highlighting Antigua and Barbuda's exceptional talent and holiday cheer.

Prizes and Benefits

  • 1st Place: $3,000 ECD
  • 2nd Place: $2,000 ECD
  • 3rd Place: $1,000 ECD
    Home participants also enjoy a 100% waiver on their December 2024 electricity bill, while businesses receive a 50% waiver.

Winners by Category

EAST ZONE

  • Winner: Chatura Phillip (324 points)
  • 1st Runner-Up: Marilyn Jones-Marsh (307 points)

WEST ZONE

  • Winner: Joel Rayne (330 points)
  • 1st Runner-Up: Alix Xenne John Purple (279 points)
  • 2nd Runner-Up: Rawlins D. Andrew (250 points)

NORTH ZONE

  • Winner: Jean Pierre Shoul (326 points)
  • 1st Runner-Up: Gerard Shoul (302 points)

SOUTH ZONE

  • Winner: Vernelle Weste (400 points)
  • 1st Runner-Up: Roland Joseph (349 points)
  • 2nd Runner-Up: Philmore Braithwaite (300 points)

BUSINESS CATEGORY

  • Winner: Shouls Toys and Gifts (317 points)
  • 1st Runner-Up: Falmouth Harbour Marina (296 points)
  • 2nd Runner-Up: Pigotts Mall (224 points)

The Ministry congratulates the winners and all participants for their exceptional efforts in making the season bright. As the competition continues to grow, it remains a cherished tradition celebrating community spirit and creativity during the holiday season.


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