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Discover light-up magic in Hampshire this winter with after-dark illumination trails and light show extravaganzas. See millions of twinkling lights and hear seasonal sounds fill the air with full immersive festive fun.
Look forward to some time together with friends and family as you discover sparkling tunnels of light, walk under giant baubles and beneath glistening trees drenched in jewel-like colour. Gaze at the larger-than-life illuminations and multi-sensory displays or take a ride on the light-up musical stream train.
Below we have put together a roundup of the best light shows happening in Hampshire this winter that the whole family will enjoy.
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Glow Christmas at Marwell Zoo, Winchester
18 November – 30 December 2022
Join Marwell Zoo for an immersive light extravaganza that will see Marwell's majestic grounds turned into a twinkling wonderland full of fairy lights, magic, and delight. Glow Marwell invites guests to explore the zoo in a whole new light with more than 250,000 LED bulbs making up their wonderful illuminations. Full of gently glowing displays and spots for reflection, the winter light trail event promises an uplifting evening of festive delights.
Along the route they'll have winter warming catering with plenty of seasonal treats including marshmallow toasting round cosy firepits. This incredibly special, after dark event is set in their beautiful 140-acre park full of ancient trees, winding paths and, of course, Marwell Hall itself.
Find out more and book Glow Christmas tickets
Steam Illuminations at the Watercress Line, Alresford
18 November 2022 – 7 January 2023
Steam Illuminations is a unique Christmas, pixel mappable digital LED train! It’s an incredible light show on and in a steam train, consisting of thousands of fully controllable colour mixing LED lights and LED wristbands. This makes the train look magical both inside and out. Popular and traditional Christmas music will play along with the lights onboard the train.
This is a wonderful experience for the whole family and is sure to be an event to remember.
Find out more and book Steam Illuminations tickets
Steam Illuminations Party Mix at The Watercress Line, Alresford
18 November 2022 – 7 January 2023 (Various dates)
The Watercress Line’s steam train puts on an incredible dazzling light show inside and outside of the coaches, taking you on an unforgettable musical journey with a specially curated DJ soundtrack playing some of the best musical anthems from the 1960’s all the way through to the present day.
The thousands of fully controllable colour-mixing LED lights and your LED wristbands will play along with the music to create a fun and unique atmosphere on board that will keep your feet tapping and get you dancing in the aisles. Suitable for over 18s.
Find out more and book Party Mix tickets
Light Up Sir Harold Hillier Gardens at Christmas, Romsey
24 November – 31 December
New for 2022 is the light trail at the award-winning Sir Harold Hillier Gardens. This event will showcase the gardens as they have never been seen before, transforming them into an awe-inspiring, kaleidoscopic and multi-sensory world of light and sound.
A truly unforgettable, magical walking experience for the whole family, and lovers of the great outdoors. You'll find a shimmering Tree of Joy, hypnotic lasers around the pond, mesmerising projected animals on the trees and a breathtakingly beautiful light show in Himalayan Valley to name just a few of this year's spectacular and festive light art installations. There will also be a feast of delicious street food and festive drinks for you to enjoy along your journey.
Find out more and book Light Up tickets
The Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure at West Green House Garden, Hook
24 November - 30 December 2022
Bookings are now open for the extraordinary light spectacular at West Green House. A ten-acre wonderland of gigantic shimmering flowers, glowing fairies, and a forest of illuminated field flowers. There are enormous lit waterlilies floating on the lake and the five bridges turned in tunnels of lights. All the garden's follies are wonderfully lit for your enjoyment. An outdoor event with a trail of a mile in length, it is loved by all ages.
Find out more and book the Christmas Illuminated Garden Adventure
Enlightened Winter Light Trail at Staunton Farm, Havant
1 December 2022 – 1 January 2023
Enlightened returns to Staunton Farm for Christmas 2022 with a new, even more immersive trail. The Farm will be transformed into a magical illuminated light trail for visitors to enjoy with all the family.
Find out more and book Winter Light Trail tickets
‘Star of Wonder' - Sound and light show by Luxmuralis at Winchester Cathedral, Winchester
13 December – 18 December 2022
The award-winning artistic collaboration known as 'Luxmuralis' are back with a spectacular Christmas illumination inside Winchester Cathedral entitled: 'Star of Wonder'.
This event is set to transform Winchester Cathedral’s interior with stunning sound and light artwork.
Find out more and book 'Star of Wonder' tickets
Winter Woodland Lights at Hawk Conservancy Trust, Andover
13 January – 29 January 2023
Winter Woodland Lights is back! This January, the Hawk Conservancy Trust will once again, become even more magical, with beautiful illuminations and a live owl display set in a stunning, colourful woodland.
There'll be more lights and opportunities for you to take family photos, and the beautiful owls will feature in the finale with a live display in their wonderful woodland arena, where the trees will be transformed with lights, music, sound and, of course, birds in flight – just as beautifully as they did last year!
Find out more and book Winter Woodland tickets
The Glimmering Gardens at Chawton House, Alton
10 December 2022 – 1 January 2023
As the sun sets, wrap up warm and explore the Gardens after dark as The Glimmering Gardens return to Chawton House.
After you have enjoyed the beautiful decorations in the House, explore the Gardens as they come to life in twinkling lights and spot the woodland creatures that call Chawton House home.
Discover the Elizabeth Blackwell Herb Garden in the Walled Garden, follow the glimmering lights through the grounds, and listen to the wind through the trees in the Wilderness.
Find out more and book Glimmering Gardens tickets
Neverland Illuminova at Wellington Country Park
17 November – 23 December 2022
Wellington Country Park will be transformed this November to host a new event, Neverland Illuminova. For the first time, this much-loved family attraction will open its gates at dusk to reveal a magical land.
This event is suitable for all ages on selected dates running from the 17th November through to the 23rd of December 2022. Unlike other local light trails, it is a multi-sensory experience that plays on the senses to create a world of imaginative storytelling. Guests will explore, play and move through magical spaces for a one-of-a-kind adventure.
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Wellington Country Parks gates will re-open at dusk to reveal a kingdom of illumination with even more Neverland to discover. New for 2023, explore the awakened woodlands and reach for the stars with our extended trail. Enjoy a magical quest with your friends and family, there is something for everyone. A heartwarming adventure with big memories. There are limited spaces for a truly bespoke experience.
Make Memories Make memories to last a lifetime as Glow Marwell's magical light experience returns this winter brighter than ever before! Join Marwell Zoo once again as they invite you to explore Marwell in a whole new light. Follow the enchanted nature light trail through a magical world of breathtaking new displays and interactive experiences that will fill you with wonder.
Steam Illuminations – Party Mix is an opportunity for those aged over 18 to experience our Steam Illuminations train with a special DJ set.
After an unforgettable transformation last year, the magnificent Sir Harold Hillier Gardens are set to shine bigger and brighter than ever before! Award winning producers, Light Up Trails return with a host of NEW glittering installations and amazing food and drink, completing a sensational, sensory feast!
A ten-acre wonderland of gigantic shimmering flowers, glowing fairies, and a forest of illuminated field flowers. There are enormous lit waterlilies floating on the lake and the five bridges turned in tunnels of lights. All the garden's follies are wonderfully lit for your enjoyment. An outdoor event with a trail of a mile in length, it is loved by all ages.
Light up your December with a truly magical evening at Staunton Farm's Enlightened trail. From 6 to 24 December, over a mile of the farm will be transformed into an enchanted wonderland filled with specially curated illuminations. Book now and prepare to be dazzled by Enlightened's biggest year yet.
After you have enjoyed the beautiful decorations in the House, explore the Gardens as they come to life in twinkling lights and spot the woodland creatures that call Chawton House home.
The award winning artistic collaboration known as 'Luxmuralis' are back with a spectacular Christmas illuminations inside Winchester Cathedral entitled : 'Star of Wonder'.
Winter Woodland Lights is back! This January, the Hawk Conservancy Trust will once again, become even more magical, with beautiful illuminations and a live owl display set in a stunning, colourful woodland.
