You know it feels like Christmas when Santa’s Wonderland opens in Lismore.

For the 2025 festive season, you will find Santa's Wonderland in the Lismore Regional Gallery until Sunday, 21 December, following the official opening today.

The beloved experience is at the heart of this year’s festive program, supported by a range of family-friendly activities and initiatives that celebrate and reward shopping local.

Santa’s Wonderland will operate on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10.30am to 3.30pm, with Thursday sessions from 10.30am to 5.30pm. Bookings for photos with Santa are essential and can be made by clicking here. You can also check out pricing details. Low sensory sessions are offered.

A special new feature, Pawtraits, will offer families the chance to capture festive photos with their pets at The Quad tomorrow (Saturday, 6 December), Saturday, 13 December and Saturday, 20 December, all running from 10.30am to 3.30pm, adding a playful and inclusive twist to the celebrations.

Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg said Christmas in Lismore is a time to come together and enjoy the spirit of the season.

“I encourage everyone to visit Santa’s Wonderland, get some photos, and while you are down there, do some Christmas shopping and support our local businesses,” he said.

“Christmas is a special time in our community, and we’re proud to bring a range of festive events that highlight everything we love about Lismore. I encourage everyone to explore what’s on, visit our local businesses and enjoy the celebrations with family and friends.”

This year’s Christmas program includes a variety of fun, family-friendly activities:

• Carols in the Heart – Returning to Crozier Field tomorrow (Saturday, 6 December). Gates open at 3pm.
• Shop, Spin & Win – Spend over $30 at an independent store in Lismore during December 2025 and present your receipt at a Shop, Spin & Win pop-up. Every spin wins!
• Elf Hunt – Families can explore local businesses throughout December to find elves hidden in shop windows, with prizes for completed entries.

To find out more about what’s happening in Lismore this Christmas, visit www.xmasinlismore.com.