Shown are the proud 2024 winners at last year’s annual gala. Photo by Judy Andrews 

FAIR OAKS, CA (MPG) - Voting is now open for the Best of Fair Oaks 2025. Voters have until Dec. 18 to select their favorite businesses and service organizations at www.bestoffairoaks.com.

Last year, more than 425 contenders competed in 86 different categories, achieving nearly 18,000 record-breaking votes.

“Nominations and votes help recognize the people and places that make our community shine,” said Fair Oaks Chamber CEO and President Kimberley Pitillo. “Local endorsements serve as a stamp of approval and bring exposure to dozens of small businesses."

Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, voters will be able to select their favorites from 88 different categories. From A to Z, the categories range from Best Accounting and Tax Services to Best Youth Activities/Sports. 

“Restaurant categories are always popular with voters,” said Pitillo. “Everyone’s favorite ones are back, including Best Burger, Best Bakery, Best Bar/Pub and Best Restaurant.”

Voters can also choose their favorite park, hidden gem in town and Concerts in the Park band.

Pitillo noted that this year, two new categories were added: “Favorite Holiday Lights of Fair Oaks” and “Favorite Winter Wonderland Display.”

“Fair Oaks residents have a long-standing tradition of supporting locally owned businesses,” Pitillo said. “Our goal with Best of Fair Oaks is to gather as many votes as possible while raising awareness of all the great establishments we have to offer.” 

Nominations for all categories will be accepted through Dec. 11, as long as they are within the Fair Oaks boundary or are Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce members.

The annual gala, where all the winners will be announced, is scheduled for Jan. 15 at North Ridge County Club and promises to be a festive event. Tickets go on sale in December.

The Best of Fair Oaks is sponsored by American River Messenger, Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce and VoterFly.

To vote, nominate, or review the event rules, visit wwwbestoffairoaks.com.