East Mississippi Holiday Attractions Nominated for National Awards
Two East Mississippi holiday attractions, Merrehope in Meridian and Lazy Acres in Chunky, have earned national nominations in USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards for "10 Best Holiday Historic Home Tours" and "Best Farm Holiday Light Display," respectively.
Meridian, MS, November 5, 2026 —
Two prominent holiday attractions in East Mississippi have received national recognition, securing nominations in USA Today’s prestigious 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Merrehope, located in Meridian, and Lazy Acres, situated in Chunky, are being honored for their contributions to holiday seasonal entertainment.
Merrehope has been nominated in the category of “10 Best Holiday Historic Home Tours.” This nomination acknowledges the historic site’s efforts in presenting holiday-themed tours that highlight its architectural and historical significance during the festive season. The specific details regarding the historical features showcased or the dates of the tours were not provided in the nomination announcement. Merrehope is a historic house museum in Meridian, Mississippi.
Simultaneously, Lazy Acres in Chunky has been nominated for “Best Farm Holiday Light Display.” This nomination recognizes the farm’s efforts in creating a notable holiday light exhibition. Information concerning the scale of the light display, unique features, or the operational timeline for the display was not detailed in the available summary. Lazy Acres is identified as a farm venue.
Both nominations place these East Mississippi attractions on a national stage, competing against other venues across the country for the top spots determined by public voting. The USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards are known for engaging the public in selecting their favorite destinations and attractions through online voting. The specific voting period and the full list of nominees for each category were not immediately available. Winners are determined based on the outcome of these reader votes. The exact number of competitors in each category and the methodology for determining the final winners beyond reader votes were not specified. Further details on how to cast a vote for Merrehope and Lazy Acres are expected to be released by USA Today.
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