Two of Arkansas’ holiday traditions are in the running for national recognition in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.
Lights of the Ozarks in Fayetteville has been nominated for Best Public Holiday Lights Display, while Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs is competing for Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights.
USA TODAY 10BEST editors and a panel of subject matter experts selected the nominees, with public voting determining the final top 10.
Each holiday season, Lights of the Ozarks transforms Fayetteville’s historic downtown square into a holiday gathering place for residents and visitors. The display also draws visitors downtown to spend time with family and friends and visit local restaurants and shops…