Greytown Lands Trust Big Switch Opening Night @ The New Zealand Festival of Christmas
Advertisement
Kick off the New Zealand Festival of Christmas 2026 festivities on Saturday, 27 June, with a spectacular rural celebration.
Main Street turns into a Town and Country show of sorts, where you can cheer on your favourite backyard hero in our Ride on Lawnmower Grand Prix, play old school games, and once it gets dark, see the magical lights get switched on for the first time, and enjoy the much-loved Light Up Tractor Parade as it rolls through the village.
What to expect:
- Entertainers throughout the village
- Artisan Night Markets with arts, crafts, food, and festive treats
- Outdoor dining at Truckstop, The White Swan Garden Bar and Food Truck Central
- The first switch-on of magical Christmas lighting
- The beautiful Community Christmas Tree, featuring adorable Ruru Morepork decorations by local children. Thanks to Greytown Lands Trust.
- Snowfall returns — by popular demand - thanks to FreshChoice Greytown! Every 30 mins from 6pm - 8pm
- Spin the wheel to win a meat pack
Browse the Night Markets and sample delicious food truck treats, grab a hot chocolate or mulled wine, enjoy the entertainment, the snowfall and festive music through the streets.
Main Street will be closed to traffic so you can roam freely and soak up the atmosphere. Throw on your winter coat or your Christmas jumper and join us for an opening night to remember, thanks to Greytown Lands Trust.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Some Festival of Christmas events involve flashing lights and light projections, which may affect people with light sensitivity. Please stay within designated safe zones and follow the directions of our traffic marshals.
Main Street turns into a Town and Country show of sorts, where you can cheer on your favourite backyard hero in our Ride on Lawnmower Grand Prix, play old school games, and once it gets dark, see the magical lights get switched on for the first time, and enjoy the much-loved Light Up Tractor Parade as it rolls through the village.
What to expect:
- Entertainers throughout the village
- Artisan Night Markets with arts, crafts, food, and festive treats
- Outdoor dining at Truckstop, The White Swan Garden Bar and Food Truck Central
- The first switch-on of magical Christmas lighting
- The beautiful Community Christmas Tree, featuring adorable Ruru Morepork decorations by local children. Thanks to Greytown Lands Trust.
- Snowfall returns — by popular demand - thanks to FreshChoice Greytown! Every 30 mins from 6pm - 8pm
- Spin the wheel to win a meat pack
Browse the Night Markets and sample delicious food truck treats, grab a hot chocolate or mulled wine, enjoy the entertainment, the snowfall and festive music through the streets.
Main Street will be closed to traffic so you can roam freely and soak up the atmosphere. Throw on your winter coat or your Christmas jumper and join us for an opening night to remember, thanks to Greytown Lands Trust.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Some Festival of Christmas events involve flashing lights and light projections, which may affect people with light sensitivity. Please stay within designated safe zones and follow the directions of our traffic marshals.
Advertisement
Where is it happening?
Greytown Town Hall, 89 Main Street, Greytown, 89 Main St, Greytown 5712, New Zealand, Clareville
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Host or PublisherGreytown Village
