Christmas in July - Johannesburg - Friday - 22nd August, 2025
August 22nd, 2025 @ 2:00pm SAST
Christmas in July Johannesburg 2025
Dates: 22nd to 24th August 2025
Venue: Mzansi Happy Island Theme Park
Time: 2pm to 10pm
Tickets are now open for bookings, to book your tickets online, please follow the link below
https://johannesburg.glowfestivalsa.com
Christmas In July and Market is coming to Johannesburg to present a delightful three-day outdoor event featuring a stunning Garden of Lights, a vibrant market, artificial snow flakes, amusement rides, Picnic. This festive celebration aims to spread joy and recreate the enchanting atmosphere of Christmas.
The concept of Christmas in July originated in a girls’ camp in the United States, fueled by creativity and a love for the holiday. In Europe and Australia, this occasion is also tied to the seasonal weather, with Europeans yearning for the coolness of December and Australians linking their July winter to the chilly Christmases of the Northern Hemisphere.
Gates will open at 2 PM for picnicking, Christmas shopping, family activities, and amusement rides.
The magical Christmas lights will illuminate the garden at 7 PM and will remain on until 10 PM when the event concludes.
The Christmas in July & Market offers an interactive lighting experience, guiding visitors through a garden trail adorned with state-of-the-art lanterns, iron, and air sculptures, all set to a backdrop of festive music.
The tour features a variety of large and medium-scale light displays, some of which allow visitors to interact with the lights and sounds. This event is a perfect opportunity for family outings and Christmas gift shopping.
Attendees will encounter ten unique segments of Christmas lights designed to engage the whole family, providing chances for selfies, participation in various activities, and instant photo opportunities with Santa on his chair. It’s an ideal setting for Christmas shoppers, kids’ parties, and family outings.
Please note that tickets for the Christmas lights and market often sell out before the event begins. Due to limited venue capacity, we recommend booking your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment on the day of the event.
Please be aware that we cannot assure ticket availability at the entrance and our ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
The standard ticket grants access to the Christmas in July & Market, which will showcase several exciting attractions:
1. Artificial Snowflakes
2. Rainbow Sycamore
3. Glowing Star Light Action
4. Magical Flower Power
5. Christmas Wildlife
6. Symphony of Oaks (Discs)
7. Christmas Big Ball Lights
8. Christmas Galaxy Tunnel
9. Jumping Castle
10. Christmas Music
11. Christmas Market
Additional Paid Activities are available at R50 per person for each activity:
1. Instant Photo with Santa on the Sleigh
2. Cup and Saucer
3. Pirate Ship
4. Pedal Boats
Vendor Opportunity: We invite local vendors to apply for vendor licenses by contacting the provided number. The following vendor licenses are available:
1. Food Stalls
2. Christmas Gifts
3. Clothing
4. Kids Toys
5. Face Painting
6. Balloon Artists
This event promises to be an incredible experience for attendees of all ages!
Ticket Information:
Early Bird Tickets (after July 16th, 2025)
- Individual Tickets:
- Kids: R120
- Adults: R180
- Family of 4 (2 kids, 2 adults): R560
- Group of 10 (mixed): R1300
- Group of 20 (mixed): R2400
Standard Tickets (after July 16th, 2025)
- Kids: R150
- Adults: R220
- Family of 4 (2 kids, 2 adults): R680
- Group of 10 (mixed): R1600
- Group of 20 (mixed): R3000
Door Ticket Sales:
Kids R300
Adults R300
Age Specification:
1) Kids under 2 years enter for free.
2) Kids aged 2-12 years must pay.
3) Ages 13 and above are considered adults.
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