Radiance

Next date: Saturday, 29 November 2025 | 06:45 PM to Wednesday, 24 December 2025 | 10:00 PM

a large tree decked out in purple lights

A girl enjoying decorative lights illuminating the bamboo trees and landscaped gardens of Rockhampton's Botanic Gardens. — Journey through a spectacle of light and sound in the heart of the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens.

Illuminate your Christmas spirit this December!

November 29 - 24 December 2025

Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
100 Spencer Street, West Rockhampton QLD 4700

This December, RADIANCE illuminates the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens for an immersive, Christmas-themed LUNA light journey. An event for the whole family, witness the Botanic Gardens awaken nightly with a spectacular Christmas-themed sound and light experience. This ticketed event uses holograms, lasers, interactive projections, light sculptures, immersive soundscapes and many other sensory devices to excite the senses and create a magical experience for every visitor. Entry times to Radiance are every 15 minutes and you can explore the illuminating wonderland at your own pace once you have entered.

Stay tuned for the announcement of this year's story soon.

Entry Times

Friday & Saturday nights 6:45pm - Low sensory session
7:00pm - General sessions every 15 minutes until 10:00pm
10:45pm - Botanic Gardens close

Sunday to Thursday nights 6:45pm - Low sensory session
7:00pm - General sessions every 15 minutes until 9:00pm
9:45pm - Botanic Gardens close

Parking Information

General parking: Available along Ann Street in designated car parks (please stay off grass)
Accessible parking: Located on Ann Street (in front of Rockhampton Zoo)
Drop-off zone: 2-minute drop-off available on the corner of Spencer Street and Ann Street (approximately 300m to entry point)

Please note: Due to limited parking and road closures, early arrival is recommended. Carpooling is encouraged where possible.

Important: Tickets must be pre-purchased online.

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