Ridgewood Arts Council has officially crowned the champions of the 8th Annual Holiday Window Display Contest
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, every year, our downtown transforms into a winter wonderland, but this year, the competition was fiercer—and more festive—than ever. From whimsical greenery to “magical” sourdough setups, these local businesses went above and beyond to bring holiday spirit to the streets of Ridgewood.
🏆 And the Winners Are…
The Arts Council evaluated dozens of displays across three categories. Here are the businesses that took home the top honors for 2025:
🌿 Best Retail Display: Deeply Rooted
Ridgewood’s favorite dedicated plant shop proved that holiday cheer can be green! Deeply Rooted wowed the judges with a display that combined natural botanical beauty with festive flair. If you haven’t visited Lauren and her team for some “indoor sanctuary” vibes lately, now is the perfect time to see their award-winning window.
🥐 Best Restaurant Display: Black Magic Bakehouse
It’s not just the sourdough that’s magical. Black Magic Bakehouse on West Ridgewood Avenue cast a spell on the community with their cozy, farmhouse-style holiday window. Known for their naturally leavened doughnuts and pastries, Deanne and her crew proved they have a serious eye for design to match their world-class dough.
🧸 Best Service Business Display: Abilities Therapy Network
Winning the “Service” category, Abilities Therapy Network brightened up the downtown with a display that captured the joy and playfulness of their mission. Their creative window perfectly reflects the child-led, positive atmosphere they provide for families every day in our community.
✨ A Thank You to Our Downtown
The Ridgewood Arts Council extended a warm thank you to all participating businesses. While only three could take home the trophies, the collective effort turned our village into a picturesque holiday destination for shoppers, diners, and families throughout December.
Whether it was the twinkling lights of the CBD or the hand-painted murals on shop windows, the creativity displayed this year truly defines why Ridgewood is a premier North Jersey destination.
Ridgewood Holiday Winners: At A Glance
| Category | Winner | Location |
| Retail | Deeply Rooted | 10 S. Walnut St. |
| Restaurant | Black Magic Bakehouse | 19 W. Ridgewood Ave. |
| Service | Abilities Therapy Network | 125 Prospect St. |
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