Thereโs something magical about twinkling lights. Combine them with an animated Santa, Christmas decorations, and music, and youโll capture the imaginations of Brisbane kids and adults alike.
As the Christmas light displays in Brisbane get bigger and better each year, it can be a little daunting navigating unfamiliar suburbs with excited family members in the car. Thatโs why we compiled a list of the best Christmas lights tours in Brisbane by bus this year, as well as some family-friendly festive cruises that will ferry you and your family around to see the Christmas sights this season.
Bring your camera and prepare to be dazzled!
Christmas lights tours in Brisbane by bus
Cross Country Tours will be running a North Brisbane Christmas Lights Tour in 2025, with two dates to choose from – Monday 15th December and Thursday 18th December. These tours include a festive dinner, followed by a Christmas lights viewing on an air-conditioned bus. Bookings are essential at Cross Country Tours.
Ipswich City Council’s Ipswich Christmas Lights Bus Tour is always a great way to get in the festive spirit. This year, there are two nights you can choose from – Friday 19th and Saturday 20th December 2025. These tours include the bus excursion, along with a light supper and Christmas entertainment. Spaces are limited and bookings are essential.
Christmas lights tours in Brisbane by boat cruise
Bribie Island Christmas Lights Boat Parade is a unique way to see or partake in a Christmas Lights parade. Either sign up your own vessel/boat to take part in the parade, or sit back and watch the gorgeously decorated boats parade down Bribie Island waters. There will be food trucks, entertainment and a laser show to complement the parade which takes place on Saturday 13th December 2025, 4pm – 9pm. More details can be found here.
Do it yourself Christmas lights tours in Brisbane
Of course, you can always pile the kids into the car and conduct the Christmas lights tour yourself! Turn up the Christmas music, pack some Christmas munchies, and visit these locations that weโve scoped out for you on our up to date list.
We’re also sharing the VERY BEST Christmas light locations in Brisbane and surrounds on our Christmas Lights Brisbane Facebook page, so come and join us!
Have we missed a bus or boat tour? Let us know about it in the comments below! For more Christmas events, check out our events calendar.
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