Bring out the lights and get those over-sized Christmas decorations out: It's time to light up Rotorua nights.
The Professionals Christmas and New Year Lights Spectacular is under way with people being urged to share the festive spirit and deck out their homes.
This year the event is being extended to run through the New Year, according to McDowell Real Estate Professionals owner Steve Lovegrove.
The real estate firm has been running the annual Christmas lights event for more than 15 years.
Mr Lovegrove said this year there was $3000 in prize money with $1500 cash for the first prize, $1000 for second and $500 for third. As well as being eligible for the cash prizes, there is also a $250 gift hamper for the best first-time entrant.