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Christmas is just around the corner and you what that means! Come sunset, our sweet Adelaide suburbs begin to twinkle, illuminated by creative homemade displays. We’re talking glowing reindeer gardens, nativities, winter wonderlands and crowded calamities of blow-up characters, candy-canes and sleighs.
It doesn’t matter how old you are, Christmas lights are a December ritual. Some neighbourhoods know how to do Christmas and that is why they are our go-to for Christmas light fanfare. Other times, you may accidentally stumble across a marvellous treasure trove of light displays hidden in the backstreets of Adelaide – and never remember how to find it again!
This year, Mix 102.3 ran a Christmas Lights competition with entrants from across Adelaide with the winner being living in the Western suburb of West Beach, but it was a close competition with Adelaide really getting into the festive spirit this year!
Here’s a list of our favourite Adelaide Christmas light displays:
Wilma Court, Aberfoyle Park
This house in Aberfoyle Park was the winner of the South segment of the Mix competition and it’s clear to see why!
Birchwood Drive, Blakeview
This large, double-storey property in Blakeview came in a close second in the Mix 102.3 Christmas Lights competition and it’s clear to see why. With Santa sitting high above looking down on the street, it’s easy to spot these ones from afar.
Raleigh Avenue, Flinders Park
Willow Court, Fulham Gardens
Those on the west side can experience the best of Christmas with the lights of Fulham Gardens, particularly in Willow Court where the locals have gone above and beyond.
6 Albara Road, Ingle Farm
With over 50,000 lights to enjoy, this home in Ingle Farm is a lesser-known display, but certainly not any less impressive. The entire home, inside and out, is full of Christmas-inspired lights and décor. Head over to Ingle Farm after 8pm each night to see this dazzling spectacle.
Lobethal Lights Festival
You would be hard-pressed to find many Adelaideans who have not heard of the Lobethal Lights Festival. Running from 10th to 23rd December, Lobethal puts on a stunning display for those willing to make the trip up the hill, paired with a delicious collection of food vendors, serving up festive treats for you to enjoy alongside the lights
Rostrevor
Over on the East side, several streets and homes in Rostrevor are joining in the festive fun this year. Redden Court, Orania Avenue and Laurence Street are among the must-see locations, where light hunters can find thousands of lights.
Ninth Avenue, St Peters
Quickly becoming synonymous with Christmas lights is Ninth Avenue in St Peters. This stretch has gained significant traction as a top light display each December, with nearly every home choosing to take part in the festivities. It is a family-friendly display best seen on foot, with a range of photo opportunities available, and conveniently-situated sweet and savoury treats on offer this year.
West End Brewery, Thebarton
The closure of beloved West End Brewery has not meant the end of the beloved Riverbank lights display. An iconic South Australian tradition, visitors should be aware pre-booked tickets are required this year, and can be reserved free at this link.
Snowden Street, West Beach
This house was named the best Christmas Lights house in Adelaide in this years Mix 102.3 competition. Anyone driving through West Beach won’t be able to miss it and if you’re not in the area, it’s definitely worth the drive.
Bond Street, West Hindmarsh
While you’re in the area, a huge West Hindmarsh home display is a must-see every December. With over 50,000 lights, smoke machines, snow machines and interactive elements, this is one not to be missed.
Rothschild Street, Woodcroft
This particular house was listed as a finalist in the Mix 102.3 Christmas Lights competition and for good reason. They have not held back with almost every inch of the property covered in twinkling lights that is sure to impress even the biggest of Grinchs.
For more, click here to check out the full Christmas Light Search Directory.
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