We've seen a dazzling light display, heard musical performances, and seen images of the Queen throughout the years projected on to the walls of Buckingham Palace.
Prince William has spoken with school children, the performers and organisers at the event.
Buckingham Palace lit up with images of the Queen throughout the years. Photo / Getty Images
Wellington was the second Commonwealth capital city to take part in the beacon event.
Last night, mana whenua and Wellington Mayor Andy Foster lit a beacon atop Mt Victoria in the Queen's honour.
đĽ This evening, over 3,000 beacons will be lit across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth to celebrate The Queenâs 70 years of service.
Once used as a communication tool, beacons are now used to celebrate Royal milestones.
— The Queen's Commonwealth Trust (@queenscomtrust) June 2, 2022
The event kicked off just after 9pm with a karakia before a torch was ignited from a beacon at the bottom of the steps to the Tango Te Keo Mt Victoria lookout.
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