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Come and be part of the Greytown Festival of Christmas each July, with a month-long programme of spectacular lights, workshops, events, markets, parties, food, family fun and much more.
About
The much-loved Wairarapa Festival of Christmas returns in July 2025, promising another unforgettable month of midwinter magic in Greytown.
This year's theme is Christmas Carnival with some new attractions, alongside the return of much-loved favourites.
Highlights include an Immersive Light Up Night Walk, Carousel Family Fun Zone, Kids Circus School, Night Food Markets and Truckstop Winter Edition, a mid-winter Christmas House Tour, Light up Tractor Parade, wrapping up with The Grand Finale - "Carnivale" Street Parade and fireworks.
To the delight of festival-lovers, snow is back in the forecast!
Most events are free, along with some ticketed experiences and workshops. Check out the full programme here.
Event Dates
Friday 27 June to Saturday 26 July 2025
Location
Greytown Village, various venues and shops
Pricing
Free and ticketed events
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