Today Albany Visitors Association 33rd Annual Nighttime Magic Holiday Light Contest. This yearâs theme is âCherished Traditions in a New Light.â Judging this year is open to the community. Pictures of entries are posted on the AVA Facebook page, and addresses are included for people to drive by. A holiday light drive is posted on the Albany Explorer app via Google Maps, and community members can vote for their favorites on Facebook; today is the last day to vote. Lights will be on at least from 5 to 10 p.m. daily through at least Jan. 1. Winners will be entitled to bragging rights for the entire year, and will receive prizes including a party room rental at the Albany Historic Carousel & Museum, a night's stay at a local hotel, pizza from Southpaw's Perfect Pizza and Sports Pub, and gift certificates from local stores. Winners will be announced by Tuesday.