As we approach the festive season down under, I’m excited to share with you the most magical Christmas light displays across Australia’s major cities. While we might celebrate Christmas in summer, our holiday spirit shines just as bright!
Sydney
- St. Mary’s Cathedral Light Show – This stunning projection display transforms the historic cathedral into a Christmas wonderland every evening
- Martin Place Christmas Tree – Sydney’s largest Christmas tree, surrounded by twinkling lights and festive decorations
- The Rocks – The historic district comes alive with charming light installations and decorated shopfronts
Melbourne
- Federation Square – Features an impressive light show and Melbourne’s largest Christmas tree
- Crown Casino Promenade – The waterfront walk dazzles with thousands of fairy lights
- Melbourne Town Hall – Transforms into a spectacular light display with themed projections
Brisbane
- South Bank Parklands – The entire precinct becomes a magical light garden
- King George Square – Home to the City Hall Light Spectacular
- Roma Street Parkland – Their enchanted garden features over 250,000 twinkling lights
Perth
- Christmas Lights Trail – A free self-guided walking trail through the CBD featuring stunning installations
- Wanneroo Botanic Gardens – Their Christmas light maze is magical
Adelaide
- Lobethal – Known as the Christmas Valley, this Adelaide Hills town puts on Australia’s largest community light display
- Victoria Square – The heart of Adelaide transforms into a festive wonderland
Top Tips for Light Viewing:
- Visit on weeknights to avoid the biggest crowds
- Bring water – remember it’s summer in Australia!
- Many displays start at 8:30 PM when it gets dark enough
- Check local council websites for exact dates and times
Whether you’re a local or visiting during the holiday season, these spectacular light displays are sure to get you into the Christmas spirit – even if you’re wearing shorts and thongs (that’s flip-flops for our international readers)!
Remember to pack your camera and some Christmas cheer. These displays are absolutely stunning and well worth staying up late for, even on a warm summer’s night.
Written by Julian Di Benedetto
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