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As usual at this time of year, Cardiff is dressed in all its festive finery with a beautiful display of Christmas lights around the city centre. If you’re looking for a dose of seasonal spirit then make sure you visit Cardiff from Thursday 16 November when the lights will be switched on during the evenings, and Winter Wonderland, the Christmas Market, and Festive Quarter will already be underway.
BUTE PARK LIGHTS UP AT CHRISTMAS
After its first two sell-out years, Christmas at Bute Park is back for 2023! Now the most successful light trail outside of London, Bute Park's festive lights have already become a firm favourite in Cardiff's Christmas calendar. This year, experience a new and expanded route with characteristically spectacular illuminations and, once you have finished, sit down to enjoy some truly delicious street food.
ILLUMINATED REEDS SYMPHONY
Illuminated Reeds Symphony is an enchanting new interactive light experience in the heart of the City Centre commissioned by FOR Cardiff, which is free for all to enjoy. Nestled amid the redeveloped Canal Quarter, just off Queen Street, immerse yourself in a mesmerising light experience that transports you from the busy and bustling atmosphere of Cardiff City Centre to a serene and illuminating space.
VISIT CARDIFF AT CHRISTMAS
There’s never a bad time to Visit Cardiff, with so many events, attractions and things to see in Wales’ thriving capital, but there’s just always something magical about the city at Christmas time. So, feel the spirit of the season come to life, whatever makes it special for you, Christmas in Cardiff has something for everyone.
