Thousands of cans were carefully constructed to help keep mouths around Western New York fed during the holiday season.

Judges made their final decision on the winning titles for the 2018 Canstruction Competition at the Hamburg Fairgrounds.

Seven can designs were judged on construction, originality, ingredients and first impressions.

All of the cans from the structures and money raised are donated to the Food Bank of WNY.

"We are so thankful to have the support of the community, especially during the holiday season, but hunger is 365 days a year. So, to have an event like this to kick-off the holiday season is incredible,” said Cassandra Barrett, Food Bank of WNY special events coordinator.

The competition continues: people are invited to visit the fairgrounds to vote on their favorite structure during the Festival of Lights.