Christmas Wonderland 2026

16 to 23 December | 5-9pm each night | Palmerston Recreation Centre | Free entry

Get ready to experience a whole new Christmas Wonderland!

Returning to Palmerston from 16 to 23 December, Christmas Wonderland is transforming Palmerston Recreation Centre into an immersive Christmas destination, filled with festive lights, magical decorations, interactive experiences and plenty of Christmas surprises.

Step inside and explore four themed Christmas worlds, including the Gingerbread Bake House, Candy Land, Polar Wonderland and the Nutcracker. Wander through the magical Snow Tunnel, collect stamps on your Christmas Postcard, visit Santa and discover the North Pole Express.

There'll be plenty of festive fun for the whole family, with Christmas craft, interactive activities, daily live performances from local entertainers and delicious treats from our food vendors. A dedicated sensory space will also be available for visitors who need a quieter place to take a break.

Designed for people of all ages, Christmas Wonderland is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season with family and friends.

Best of all, entry is completely FREE!

Rain, hail or shine, come along and discover a whole new Christmas experience in Palmerston.