# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Carthage Chamber of Commerce and Carthage Water and Electric Plant is pleased to announce the return of the Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest. 

Originally started in 1967, and took a break beginning in 2014 we are happy to bring this beloved tradition back to the community. 

Carthage residents and businesses are encouraged to decorate their yards and businesses to illuminate the maple leaf trees.

Recognition will be given to all entries and one prize will be awarded in each ward to the best decorated. 

Displays are encouraged to be available for public viewing during Maple Leaf Festival Week, October 9th - 17th. 

Register online at:
https://bit.ly/LIGHTING26

Download the entry form:
https://bit.ly/MLFLightingShow26
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carthage/maple-leaf-festival-lighting-contest/200030739718618
- **Event Categories**: Festivals, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carthage
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 402 S. Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO, United States, Missouri 64836
- **lat**: 37.17594
- **long**: -94.31393
- **full address**: 402 S. Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO, United States, Missouri 64836

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/cb750ca6f306ddc7fa9c3b5ba97b40b0373dc13cdfa52947de875e9e1c6e297d-rimg-w1200-h630-dcf8f8e8-gmir?v=1790398697

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest being held?
  - **A:** Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest takes place on Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Mon, 05 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am at 402 S. Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO, United States, Missouri 64836.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest?
  - **A:** Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest is organized by Carthage Missouri Chamber of Commerce.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carthage, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Maple Leaf Festival Lighting Contest sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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