It’s time for the annual Peeps contest from The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press

Prepare for the invasion of the Peeps! The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press’ annual Peeps contest is open.

We’re asking readers to submit imaginative dioramas featuring marshmallow Peeps treats. The theme can be anything that allows you to be creative — it can be about Hampton Roads; a national or international event, person or group; a favorite movie or TV show. Make sure you give your diorama a name, take a high-quality, high-resolution photo and write a few words explaining it. Please include the ages of the artists; we will have categories for adults and children.

We want three-dimensional entries. Peeps simply set against a backdrop won’t be considered.

Email your image, the names of the artist(s), the city where you live and your phone number to daily.break@pilotonline.com.

The most creative will be selected to run in the newspaper and online. The deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, March 31.