The happiest festival in New Zealand is back this winter! 27 June – 25 July 2026.
Get your Christmas jumpers (and gumboots) ready! The New Zealand Festival of Christmas returns this winter with a brand-new theme for 2026: A Very Country Christmas!
Greytown transforms into Aotearoa's cosiest destination, celebrating classic kiwi Christmas with a proudly rural, mid-winter twist. Crackling braziers, glowing lights, festive food and drinks, mulled wine and gin—all wrapped in small-town hospitality. Rug up and wander Main Street with friends and whānau.
Much-loved favourites return bigger and brighter: the iconic Light Up Truck & Tractor Parade, Cocktails and Comedy, and the magical Illumination Night Walk.
Our most exciting new addition for the season, The Snow Supper is set to be a truly magical winter experience. Join us for an unforgettable evening of festive dining, where falling snow, glowing lights, and a beautifully curated menu come together to create something special.
Running Sunday–Thursday throughout the Festival of Christmas, 28 June - 23 July 2026, the Snow Dinner Experience is perfect for couples, friends and visitors looking for a truly special mid-winter evening.