Mandurah Christmas Lights Trail

Dates: 28th November 2025 – 4th January 2026

Location: City Centre & Mandurah Ocean Marina

About the Event:

Experience the festive magic at the Mandurah Christmas Lights Trail brought to you by the City of Mandurah.

From 28th November 2025 to 4th January 2026, explore the City Centre and Mandurah Ocean Marina, where stunning light displays will transform the streets into a dazzling holiday wonderland.

The Christmas Lights Trail features beautiful light installations across multiple locations, including the southern precinct at Kwillena Gabi Pool, the vibrant Boardwalk and Mandjar Square, and the picturesque Mandurah Ocean Marina. Each location is uniquely decorated, creating a magical atmosphere for all to enjoy.

With 35 stunning light installations shining across land and water, the trail will take you on a magical journey through the City Centre, Eastern Foreshore and Mandurah Ocean Marina.
Experience augmented reality magic — scan the QR code along the trail to view Santa’s workshop come to life before your eyes! Every night brings something new, with a vibrant line-up of free entertainment, activities and festive fun for all ages.

Enjoy a rotating program of family-friendly events throughout December, including:

Live Music Stage (5 Dec – 4 Jan) – Celebrate local talent performing every night along the foreshore.
Silent Disco (12 and 19 Dec, 2 Jan) – Dance under the stars with a world-first haptic sensory experience at Light 18.
Mandurah Christmas Markets (10, 17 and 24 Dec) – Browse unique gifts and handmade treasures along the Eastern Foreshore.
Free Kids’ Activities (12 Dec – 4 Jan) – From crafts and wildlife displays to face painting and sensory play zones at Keith Holmes Reserve and the Eastern Foreshore.
Free Photos with Santa (1, 8, 15 and 22 Dec) – Meet Santa along the trail and capture a special family moment.
Free Outdoor Movies (9, 16, 23 and 31 Dec) – Enjoy festive film favourites under the stars on the Eastern Foreshore.

Capture your memories with festive photos and share your experiences with #MandurahChristmas. Whether you choose to stroll through the lights or view them from the water, you’re in for a treat as the city transforms into a holiday paradise.

Accessibility:

Visual Story: A Visual Story explains a situation or event step-by-step to help people understand what to expect and how to respond.

Communication Board: A communication board is a tool that uses pictures, symbols, or words to help people who have difficulty speaking communicate by pointing to the images to convey their thoughts or needs.

Accessibility Map: Map coming soon.
View the accessibility map and save on your phone when you visit our lights trail. While we’ve worked to provide an accessible pathway, please note that some challenges may be experienced. Many light installations are positioned along pathways or solid surfaces, though some are set up on grass. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with easier access along much of the trail.

We are committed to ensuring everyone can enjoy the Christmas Lights Trail. Many installations are positioned along pathways or on solid surfaces, and accessible facilities, including a Changing Places facility and accessible toilets, are available near the Mandurah Visitor Centre.
ACROD parking is provided in key areas such as the City Centre, Mandjar Square, and Mandurah Ocean Marina.
Seating along the route and a mobility scooter recharge station on the Eastern Foreshore are also available.
Audio Descriptions are available for the Mandurah Christmas Lights. Listen to the audio descriptions below.

Location 29: Star Archway
Location 19: Train
Location 6: Cadillac
Location 12: VW Car
Location 9: VW Bus
Additional event information:

Pet and smoke-free event: For the comfort of all attendees, this event is pet and smoke-free (service dogs are welcome).