The Lights of Lobethal 2024 in South Australia

The town of Lobethal, located in a beautiful valley surrounded by the Adelaide Hills in South Australia, has an impressive holiday light display that attracts visitors from all over Australia.

Festival Highlights

The Lobethal Lights is a tradition dating back to the 1950s. At that time people were painting light bulbs by hand and cutting out Christmas decorations to make their town look pretty. Over time, Lobethal Lights has become the Southern Hemisphere's greatest residential light festival attracting up to 250,000 people. About 700 Lobethal homes and businesses put up Christmas decorations at their expense to share the joy of Christmas.

Events & Activities

The festival also has additional attractions such as a living nativity scene performing twice every night, a Christmas Pageant on Christmas Eve, and Carols in the Valley. The Lobethal Lights are switched on in early December after the opening ceremony and a fireworks display, which takes place on the Main Street of Lobethal. The Centennial Hall Market offers a variety of arts and crafts stalls. Visitors are invited to bring the entire family to rediscover the true spirit of Christmas here.

Food

Alongside a diverse array of food vendors and food trucks lining the main street, many local businesses stay open to serve delicious treats throughout the Lights of Lobethal Festival. At the Lobethal Bakery, visitors will find freshly made, high-quality products daily. For those with a sweet tooth, Clara Cakes offers "gooey and delicious" vegan-friendly treats baked to perfection. Another great stop is the Lobethal Bierhaus, a family-owned and independent craft brewery with an onsite restaurant in the heart of Lobethal.

Dates

In 2024, the Lights of Lobethal Festival will take place from December 7 to December 22. Throughout the Christmas season, tours showcasing the Lights of Lobethal will be available, departing from both Lobethal and Adelaide.

Getting There

Lobethal lies in a scenic valley within the beautiful Adelaide Hills of South Australia, around 35 km from Adelaide. A leisurely drive through the famed wine region of the Adelaide Hills leads visitors through charming historic towns and idyllic countryside, finally arriving at the enchanting hamlet of Lobethal, aglow with twinkling lights. Strolling or driving through the local streets, one can enjoy the festive displays adorning homes and businesses, each draped in Christmas lights and holiday cheer.