Aussies with that extra festive spirit are illuminating a new holiday tradition to spread Christmas cheer across the country.
Going ‘Christmas light Looking’ is fast becoming one of the nation’s most popular holiday past-times, with more and more Australians going all-out to decorate the outside of their homes.
Whether it’s to satisfy the urges of a light-loving festive fan or to grab some holiday season inspiration to decorate your own home, more and more Aussies are making the activity their new pre-Christmas ritual.
There’s far more to the festive fun than jumping in the car and doing laps of local suburban streets on a light-up electrical man-hunt.
Many spend hours researching online, mapping the best route and making plans with family and friends – to see their region’s best and brightest Christmas decs on show.
So, as the Christmas season unfolds, Build-it has brought together some of the nation’s most enchanting Christmas light displays, guiding readers on a luminous journey across our state capitals in pursuit of the most dazzling holiday decorations.
Brisbane
20 CURRAGUNDI ROAD, JINDALEE – This excellent display has been lighting up Brisbane each Christmas for 22 years, winning 29 awards for its display of nearly 400,000 lights.
Sydney
ALFRED STREET, RAMSGATE BEACH – Warner Bros Studios have designed this Harry Potter-themed house, proving popular among Sydneysiders.
CHAMBERLAIN ROAD, PADSTOW HEIGHTS – This super Santa display is raising money for Cure Brain Cancer.
NUWARRA ROAD, MOOREBANK – It’s not just houses having all the holiday fun, with this set of townhouses teaming up to create a dazzling starlight showcase.
Melbourne
71 DUNNINGS ROAD, POINT COOK
26 GLENCAIRN DRIVE, GLENVALE
MELBOURNE CBD. – Melbourne City Council goes all out in its displays every year, with lights and laser shows illuminating the city’s best landmarks.
8 HANSFORD CLOSE, KILSYTH
Adelaide
NINTH AVENUE, ST PETERS. – This street may not have the most extravagant displays, but it does have many and gives an excellent option for those who want less driving.
45 DAYS ROAD, CROYDON PARK.
30 GARDINER AVE, WARRADALE – This Star Wars-themed home has a massive display of lightsaber lighting, droid decorations, and even its own R2D2.
Perth
33 YORN CIRCUIT, BEELIAR – This house has earned popularity among Perth locals thanks to its range of activities for the kids, including Santa’s workshop, mini-golf and Grinch bean bag game.
8 MALLEFOWL WAY, ALKIMOS – A light and music display brings joy to this home’s facade.
30 LANCER WAY, ALEXANDER HEIGHTS – These Super Mario Kart fans went all out for their Christmas display.
Hobart
121, MOLLE STREET, WEST HOBART – This bubble-blowing bonanza is one of Hobart’s best. Raising funds for Hobart City Mission.
6 BOUNTY STREET, WARRANE
