Each year, the City of Bowie hosts a Holiday House Decorating Contest for residents. Decorations are evaluated on creativity, appearance, and effort.
 
Prizes are awarded in four categories: 

• Pirmohamed Family Award: $100 for incorporating methods that involve children and family interaction
• Mateik-Pitts Family Award: $100 for best first-time entries 
• Best of Bowie Awards: White House Ornament
• Bowie Spirit Awards: Belair Mansion coffee mug

2023 Holiday House Decorating Contest Entry Form