Christmas In July
Dates
27 June 2026
03 July 2026
04 July 2026
Time
5:30pm - 9:00pm
Event details
Wander through festive light displays, immersive decorations and live entertainment, with appearances from Santa and Mrs Claus, before the night ends with a spectacular fireworks display above the park. Alongside the Christmas festivities, enjoy winter favourites including ice skating, the ice slide and marshmallow toasting in a festive after-dark atmosphere. Christmas in July is a separately ticketed night‑time event. Tickets are limited per night and required for entry.
Festive nights. Winter lights. Fireworks to finish.
Christmas magic all around
Feel Christmas come alive with larger-than-life displays, dazzling lights and the North Pole Walkthrough — a sparkling winter wonderland filled with glowing scenes, snow dumps and twinkling displays to explore at your own pace. Then sing, dance and soak up the festive spirit with a merry line-up of Christmas shows and all the classic Christmas tunes to soundtrack your night.
Christmas magic all around
Feel Christmas come alive with larger-than-life displays, dazzling lights and the North Pole Walkthrough — a sparkling winter wonderland filled with glowing scenes, snow dumps and twinkling displays to explore at your own pace. Then sing, dance and soak up the festive spirit with a merry line-up of Christmas shows and all the classic Christmas tunes to soundtrack your night.
Your favourite rides after dark
Enjoy unlimited thrills with rides and attractions running throughout the evening! From family favourites to iconic thrill rides, guests can experience the fun in a whole new light. Please note: wildlife and rides undergoing scheduled maintenance closures will not be available.
Your favourite rides after dark
Enjoy unlimited thrills with rides and attractions running throughout the evening! From family favourites to iconic thrill rides, guests can experience the fun in a whole new light. Please note: wildlife and rides undergoing scheduled maintenance closures will not be available.
A spectacular fireworks display
Cap off the night with Santa’s Sky Spectacular, a magical fireworks display that fills the sky with festive wonder. It's it’s a merry, can’t-miss finale that brings the Christmas celebrations to a spectacular close.
A spectacular fireworks display
Cap off the night with Santa’s Sky Spectacular, a magical fireworks display that fills the sky with festive wonder. It's it’s a merry, can’t-miss finale that brings the Christmas celebrations to a spectacular close.
Jane's Christmas Buffet
Book a festive Christmas buffet at Jane’s, filled with winter favourites and classic flavours. Feast on fresh seafood, traditional roast turkey and maple-glazed ham, plus hearty dishes and indulgent desserts like pavlova and cakes. It’s a relaxed all-you-can-enjoy dining experience, perfect for soaking up the Christmas in July atmosphere. Dreamworld passholders receive an exclusive discounted price.
Jane's Christmas Buffet
Book a festive Christmas buffet at Jane’s, filled with winter favourites and classic flavours. Feast on fresh seafood, traditional roast turkey and maple-glazed ham, plus hearty dishes and indulgent desserts like pavlova and cakes. It’s a relaxed all-you-can-enjoy dining experience, perfect for soaking up the Christmas in July atmosphere. Dreamworld passholders receive an exclusive discounted price.
Hide & Go Elf Scavenger Hunt
Upgrade your night and join the Hide & Go Elf hunt for $22.95, a magical scavenger hunt where Santa’s cheeky little helpers are hiding throughout Dreamworld! Find the hidden elves around the park and complete the adventure for a merry Christmas surprise.
Hide & Go Elf Scavenger Hunt
Upgrade your night and join the Hide & Go Elf hunt for $22.95, a magical scavenger hunt where Santa’s cheeky little helpers are hiding throughout Dreamworld! Find the hidden elves around the park and complete the adventure for a merry Christmas surprise.
Santa & Mrs Claus appearances
Meet Santa and Mrs Claus as they spread joy, laughter, and festive cheer throughout Dreamworld. Capture special family photos and create magical Christmas memories with everyone’s favourite festive duo.
Santa & Mrs Claus appearances
Meet Santa and Mrs Claus as they spread joy, laughter, and festive cheer throughout Dreamworld. Capture special family photos and create magical Christmas memories with everyone’s favourite festive duo.
Ice Slide
Grab a tube and race down the Ice Slide for fast, frosty fun. Available all night, it’s a cool‑season favourite that delivers big smiles from top to bottom.
Ice Slide
Grab a tube and race down the Ice Slide for fast, frosty fun. Available all night, it’s a cool‑season favourite that delivers big smiles from top to bottom.
Ice Skating
Book your session at Dreamworld’s pop‑up ice rink for $15 per person! Go from thrill to chill as you glide across the ice and create magical memories with every lap. Please note: Passholder tickets for Winterfest Ice Skating cannot be transferred, exchanged, or redeemed for use at Christmas in July.
Ice Skating
Book your session at Dreamworld’s pop‑up ice rink for $15 per person! Go from thrill to chill as you glide across the ice and create magical memories with every lap. Please note: Passholder tickets for Winterfest Ice Skating cannot be transferred, exchanged, or redeemed for use at Christmas in July.
Festive extras
Enjoy festive add-on experiences available to purchase on the night, including roasting marshmallows by the fire, decorating gingerbread, collecting festive surprises at Santa’s Gift Grab, and slipping into matching Dreamworld sweaters for an Awkward Family Portrait.
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Shows & entertainment
Kenny & Belinda's Tree-mendous Xmas Show
Located at the Dreamworld Theatre, this festive live show is packed with music, dancing, laughs, and magical Christmas fun for the whole family. Catch the show at 6:30pm and 7:30pm each night.
Kenny & Belinda's Tree-mendous Xmas Show
Located at the Dreamworld Theatre, this festive live show is packed with music, dancing, laughs, and magical Christmas fun for the whole family. Catch the show at 6:30pm and 7:30pm each night.
Santa's Elves Snow Party
Keep your eyes on the sky at 7:00pm & 8:00pm each night— the snow dumps are coming. Step into the flurry, catch the flakes, and enjoy that winter-wow feeling as the park turns even merrier.
Santa's Elves Snow Party
Keep your eyes on the sky at 7:00pm & 8:00pm each night— the snow dumps are coming. Step into the flurry, catch the flakes, and enjoy that winter-wow feeling as the park turns even merrier.
Santa's Sky Spectacular
Gather round on Main Street near Steel Taipan for a magical 9pm fireworks finale filled with festive colour and Christmas cheer.
Santa's Sky Spectacular
Gather round on Main Street near Steel Taipan for a magical 9pm fireworks finale filled with festive colour and Christmas cheer.
Christmas in July is a brand‑new, after‑dark festive event at Dreamworld. On selected nights, the park transforms with Christmas lights, festive décor, live entertainment, winter activities and a fireworks finale. It is a family‑friendly festive night out, with activities and entertainment suitable for all ages.
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