*Published:* 11.04.2020 *Contact:* Mary Beth Mueller Publicist Special Events 412.351.7702 marybeth.mueller@pittsburghpa.gov ENTER TODAY -- REGISTRATION OPEN THROUGH NOVEMBER 15 FOR CITY OF PITTSBURGH GINGERBREAD COMPETITION Individuals, families and groups are invited to take part in a treasured Pittsburgh holiday tradition – the annual Gingerbread House Competition – by creating gingerbread masterpieces and then uploading photos as online entries through November 15. The 18th annual Gingerbread House Display and Competition returns in 2020 in a new virtual format that will showcase the impressive edible structures by posting an online photo gallery available throughout the holiday season. The competition is open to individuals, families, organizations, students and chefs. "The City of Pittsburgh is proud to serve as the presenter of this popular holiday tradition, and we're excited to design a new format that will allow the display to take place in 2020," said Brian Katze, Manager of the City of Pittsburgh Office of Special Events. "We're excited to introduce an interactive element this year in the form of a PEOPLE'S CHOICE award, and we're encouraging everyone to visit the gallery and vote for their favorite entry." To enter the 18th annual Gingerbread Competition, individuals must upload photos of their gingerbread creations by November 15 by visiting www.pittsburghpa.gov/gingerbread <https://pittsburghpa.gov/gingerbread/>. Each person/group entering the competition must complete an online entry form and upload two photos of the structure taken in front of a solid background (both front view and side or 3/4 view photos are required). A panel of judges will then choose award recipients. Beginning on Friday, November 20, an online gallery will feature photos of all entries and offer individuals viewing the gallery an opportunity to vote for the new PEOPLE’S CHOICE award winner. The Gingerbread House Display and Competition launched in 2002 when Downtown hotels held a competition to benefit the Children’s Hospital Free Care Fund. Since then, the competition has attracted thousands of entries displayed at PPG Place before moving to the City-County Building Grand Lobby in 2019. The 2020 Gingerbread House Display and Competition is presented by the City of Pittsburgh Office of Special Events in partnership with KDKA Radio, 100.7 Star, and Y108. For details, visit www.pittsburghpa.gov/gingerbread <https://pittsburghpa.gov/gingerbread/>. [image: Three Gingerbread House Display from 2019.] ------------------------------ . LaptopCupGreenMarker -- *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here. <https://hpccpgh.org/>