The judges have issued their decisions about the winningest holiday windows in Manitou Springs. Downtown businesses competed for holiday glory in the 2022 Manitou Springs Holiday Decorating Contest, presented by the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce and Ace Hardware.
Judges Laura Ettinger-Harwell, communications director of the Manitou Art Center, and Lyn Ettinger-Harwell, managing partner of SunWater Spa, scored on creativity, most colorful, holiday theme and overall appearance.
First place: Miramont Castle & Museum/Queen’s Parlour Tea Room
Second place: Totally Nuts
Third place: Rocky Mountain Beignets
People’s Choice: Mountains West
First place will receive a $125 Ace Hardware Gift Card, second place, $75, and third place, $50. The People’s Choice winner will be awarded $75 in Manitou Money.