Where to See the Best Christmas Lights in Australia (2025 Guide)

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Sparkling suburbs, famous streets & the biggest community displays across the country

Australia absolutely comes alive in December. From huge community-run light trails and mega-synchronised shows to quiet suburban gems that feel straight out of a Christmas movie, there are thousands of displays—but only a handful truly stand out as the best in the country.

This guide highlights Australia’s top Christmas lights locations for 2025, state-by-state, with suggestions for families, photographers, and anyone wanting that magical holiday experience.

🎄 Best Christmas Lights in Australia – Quick Highlights

  • NSW: Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular

  • QLD: Brisbane North & Gold Coast mega community displays

  • VIC: The Boulevard, Ivanhoe

  • WA: Mandurah Christmas Lights Trail + Canal Christmas Cruises

  • SA: Lobethal Lights Festival

  • TAS: Wynyard & Launceston neighbourhood showcases

  • ACT: Canberra’s charity-driven suburbs

 

QUEENSLAND – Brisbane, Gold Coast & Beyond

Queensland consistently ranks among the best places in Australia for Christmas lights, thanks to its warm weather and massive community involvement.
The biggest hotspots include:

Brisbane North (Everton Park, Bald Hills, North Lakes)

Thousands travel here each year—streets are packed with animated displays, inflatables, nativity scenes and full walk-through setups.
Must-see: Sintons Road in Bald Hills, North Lakes high-density displays.

Brisbane South (Forest Lake, Logan, Springfield Lakes)

Forest Lake often delivers some of the largest, most creative displays in QLD with entire cul-de-sacs lighting up together.
Logan suburbs like Tanah Merah, Shailer Park and Boronia Heights always attract big crowds.

Redlands & Bayside

Alexandra Hills, Cleveland, and Wellington Point are known for classy, photo-ready displays.

Gold Coast (Upper Coomera, Maudsland, Arundel)

Gold Coast families go all-out—think synchronised lights, dancing characters, and charity collection boxes.
Upper Coomera and Maudsland are the most consistent year after year.

Sunshine Coast

Caloundra, Buderim and Sippy Downs usually produce high-quality neighbourhood displays perfect for younger kids.

For Complete list visit – Families magazine Brisbane Christmas lights

NEW SOUTH WALES – Sydney & Regional NSW

The Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular

The biggest Christmas lights event in the Southern Hemisphere. Millions of lights, themed areas, rides, and shows.
Perfect for: Families, couples, photographers.

Sydney Suburbs

Sydney’s classic spots remain strong every year:

  • Mosman – elegant displays, great for walking

  • Winston Hills & Seven Hills – competitive mega displays

  • Baulkham Hills & Castle Hill – synchronised lights + charity nights

  • North Ryde & Ryde – long-standing family displays

Regional NSW Highlights

  • Lithgow – beautifully decorated streets

  • Bathurst – strong community participation

  • Wollongong / Shellharbour – coastal Christmas vibes

SOUTH AUSTRALIA – Adelaide & Lobethal

Lobethal Lights Festival

One of Australia’s oldest and most beloved Christmas light traditions. The whole town transforms into a glowing wonderland.
Expect markets, entertainment, guided walking trails.

Adelaide Suburbs

Clovelly Park, Westbourne Park, Ingle Farm and Salisbury always show up with big neighbourhood displays.

For Complete list visit – Adelaide Christmas lights

 

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