Event Information
Dunedin Midwinter Carnival 2025
WHAT
A celebration of winter in the city centre including large-scale projections, giant lanterns, live music, dancers, stilt walkers, aerial performance, food trucks and hundreds of children carrying lanterns. This is a beautiful event with a strong heart.
WHEN
27-28 June 2025, 5:30pm-9:00pm
WHERE
First Church, Dunedin
ENTRY
under 3 years free
$5 for child/$10 adult
$25 family (2 adult/2 child)
ACCESS
Wheel chair access available. Disabled drop-off zone in closed section of Moray Place – enter via Princes Street.
Lantern Workshops
WHAT
The Lantern Workshops will be held across four weekends leading up to the main Midwinter Carnival event. This is a great way for families to enjoy a creative activity together and get involved at the main event.
WHEN
May 24 & 25
May 31 & June 1
June 7 & 8
June 14 & 15
WHERE
Meridian Mall
ENTRY
$15 per lantern
ACCESS
Wheelchair access available
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