Over November and December 2023 and January 2024, the Christmas Lights Spectacular was back at Hunter Valley Gardens.

This family-favourite event featured over four million lights in immersive displays throughout the gardens.

Every night (except Christmas Day) from 5.30pm-10.30pm, the gardens were be illuminated with millions of colourful lights.

Here’s a taste of what guests enjoyed at Christmas Light Spectacular.

Incredible Christmas light displays

With light displays like ‘Fairy Land’, ‘Winter Wonderland’, and ‘Twinkle Tree Trail’, it wasn't hard to get into the festive spirit while exploring the gardens. The gardens lit up in a magical array of colours, with plenty of favourite Christmas characters making an appearance.

Live entertainment

Not only did Hunter Valley Gardens play host to a massive Christmas light display, but there was stacks of entertainment that kids – both big and little – were sure to love.

There were Christmas-themed stage shows throughout November and December, and January saw performers like Pretty Amazing Jono and Little Scallywagz take to the stage. 

You could also catch roving magic and comedy performers, and even roving larger-than-life Christmas characters in November and December.

Christmas activities

Families took the the opportunity to get Santa photos at the Igloo Marquee, and the kids posted their letters to Santa at the Magic Mailbox for express post to the North Pole. 

Amusement rides

There was extra fun at the Christmas Lights Spectacular with the Garden’s amusement rides, operating until late each night.

You could get up nice and high on the ferris wheel for the best view over the light displays, take a spin on the teacups, or get the adrenaline pumping on the superslide.

Food stalls

All that exploring required sustenance, and luckily Hunter Valley Gardens had heaps of meals, snacks, and drinks. 

Think nachos and burrito bowls, Greek food, woodfired pizza, loaded potatoes, burgers, gelato, donuts, churros, and heaps more. 

For more information about Christmas Lights Spectacular, visit the Hunter Valley Gardens website. Stay tuned for the 2024 event!