A trio of local holiday light installation firms will compete against each other and the clock during the inaugural Light Up Bend event on Saturday, Nov. 7. Christmas Lights R Us, Fireside Lighting and Holiday Help will each decorate two buildings housing families or organizations nominated by local residents. The six recipients will be chosen by random drawing at the beginning of the day.

“Thus far, most of the folks that have been nominated are non-profit organizations,” lead organizer Brennan Morrow said. “This being the first year, we’re trying some things to see what works long-term.”

Each display will have the same budget to use on materials, all donated by Ewing Irrigation. After the installations, people can vote online for their favorites.

For more information or to nominate a family, business or other structure for the contest, visit www.lightupbend.com or call 541-390-5976.