Auckland’s Best Christmas Lights for 2024

2 December 2024

Get ready to soak up the holiday cheer with Auckland’s most magical Christmas light displays. Here's a quick guide to the must-visit spots this festive season:

Franklin Road, Ponsonby:

Auckland’s iconic Christmas street is back, dazzling nightly from December 7th to Christmas Eve with lights, carolers, and festive cheer.

Ponsonby, Auckland

Glenbrook Vintage Railway, Waiuku:

Enjoy illuminated trains, night markets, Santa visits, and more from December 6th to 23rd, 6-11 pm

135 Glenbrook Station Road, Waiuku, Auckland

Smith & Caughey's, Queen Street

Experience enchanting animated window displays, festive lights, and a walk-through to meet Santa, all inspired by Kiwi stories.

253/261 Queen Street, Auckland CBD

MOTAT, Western Springs:

This museum transforms into a light-filled wonderland for 12 nights with carolers, entertainment, and food trucks. Tickets are $3-$6 online.

805 Great North Road, Western Springs, Auckland

Mercy Hospice, Ponsonby:

Honor loved ones with the serene Lights to Remember display, open December 5th-22nd, 8-10:30 pm.

61 College Hill, Ponsonby, Auckland

Sky Tower, CBD:

Auckland’s tallest structure glows red and green all December, resembling a giant Christmas tree, complete with light shows and festive events.

Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD

Te Manaaki Tree, Te Komititanga:

New for this year a 18.4-meter tree, adorned with 10,000 LED lights and Māori-inspired decorations, debuts November 23rd in the CBD.

Te Komititanga, Auckland CBD

Round up your loved ones, grab a festive drink, and immerse yourself in Auckland’s holiday sparkle! 🎄

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