And the winners are... Over 60 downtown businesses decorated their storefronts this year for our 2018 Holiday Window Display Contest . The creations are simply breathtaking – and we're thrilled to present our winners below! Be sure to come downtown to view all of the windows in person – you'll be amazed by the craftsmanship, artistry, and sense of wonder . And, as a bonus, you can finish your holiday shopping!

BEST OVERALL Kurier

Popping with color and holiday cheer, Kurier's display is a true stunner. Mini "handbags" adorn the sparkling white tree, while paper chain garland – in a kaleidoscope of colors – adds dramatic flair. Find Kurier at 615a Congress Street or online here .

BEST USE OF MERCHANDISE and COMMUNITY CHOICE Still A Good Cause

This vintage Santa Claus is one of only two ever produced: one for Macy's and the other for Atherton's Furniture Store in Lewiston, Maine. He looks quite at home here in one of downtown Portland's most beloved thrift stores! Find Still A Good Cause at 16 Forest Ave or online here .

BEST THEME Vena's Fizz House

Gather 'round, forest friends! It's time for the Woodland Critter Cocktail Party at Vena's ! One word: adorable. Find Vena's Fizz House at 345 Fore Street or online here .

MOST ORIGINAL Bomb Diggity Arts

Bomb Diggity Arts , a community-support program serving adults of all abilities, promotes the discovery of artistic expression. This display was created with lots of love, care, and talent – and the attention to detail is incredible! Find Bomb Diggity Arts at 643 Congress Street or online here .

SOCIAL MEDIA CHOICE Maine Craft Portland

"This installation is how I imagine the Winter Solstice will look, with the sun’s rays low in the sky, streaming into our world, and into the windows of Maine Craft Portland ," said Cynthia Thompson, MFA, founder of Transformit . Find Maine Craft Portland at 521 Congress Street or online here .

WOW FACTOR Motifs

Festive fashions and fabulous decor are tied together with a simple, yet bold color scheme. Trust us: it's a jaw-dropper (and best viewed in person!) Find Motifs at 221 Commercial Street or online here .

HEAD SCRATCHER The Blue Lobster

This one had us half-chuckling and half-trying-to-figure-out-what-was-going-on. Great for a laugh! Find The Blue Lobster at 177 Commercial Street or online here .

PORTLAND DOWNTOWN PICK Lisa-Marie's Made in Maine

This display masterfully captures the warmth and magic of Christmastime in Maine. Beautiful beyond words. Find Lisa-Marie's Made in Maine at 35 Exchange Street or online here .

THANK YOU TO OUR JUDGES!

Thanks to our wonderful judges for braving the cold to view all of the displays! From left: Kate Simmons of Portland Press Herald ; Susan Axelrod of Old Port Magazine ; Tom Landry of Benchmark ; and Adam MacDonald (host) of Portland Downtown . For a full gallery of holiday window display photos, please click here . Enjoy!

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