At a glance
- When
- Monday 30 November to Sunday 20 December 2026, 6pm to 10pm nightly; timed entry every 15 minutes from 6:30pm, last admission 9pm
- Where
- Redlands IndigiScapes Centre, Runnymede Road, Capalaba
- Tickets
- Monday to Thursday $5 per person; Friday to Sunday $10 per person; children under 1 free; online only, session time chosen when booking
- Fees
- Plus a $1.00 ticket fee and a 1.5% cart fee charged by the ticketing platform
- Parking
- Free at Redlands IndigiScapes Centre and MyHorizon Centre, both reached from Runnymede Road
- Café
- IndigiScapes Café open 6pm to 8:30pm; cashless, eftpos only
- Help
- Redland City Council (07) 3829 8999
- Who it’s for
- Families and groups who want a short, self-guided evening walk through lit garden trails
- What to do now
- Pick a night and a session, because tickets are valid only for the date and session booked, and Monday to Thursday nights cost half the Friday to Sunday price
- Last checked
- Saturday 31 October 2026, against the Redland City Council event page
- Not yet confirmed
- The live entertainment line-up (Council says only that it runs Friday to Sunday), and public transport options to the centre (the page does not give any)
The Redlands Coast Enchanted Christmas Garden runs every night from Monday 30 November to Sunday 20 December 2026 at the Redlands IndigiScapes Centre in Capalaba, with tickets at $5 a person from Monday to Thursday and $10 from Friday to Sunday, booked online for a set session.
This guide uses Redland City Council’s event page, its frequently asked questions and its food menu, checked on 31 October 2026. Prices are as of October 2026. Times are Queensland times, with no daylight saving.
When can I go, and how do the sessions work?
Council’s event page describes an after-dark walk through illuminated garden trails with Christmas light installations, festive displays and family photo spots. It is a short, self-guided experience through the botanical gardens, and Council expects most guests to spend between 30 and 60 minutes on it.
| Detail | What Council says |
|---|---|
| Dates | Monday 30 November to Sunday 20 December 2026 |
| Opening hours | 6pm to 10pm nightly |
| Entry sessions | Every 15 minutes from 6:30pm |
| Last admission | 9pm |
| Exit | All visitors must leave by 10pm |
| Booking | Online only, before you attend; bookings are essential |
Each session has a limited capacity, and Council warns that popular sessions may sell out quickly. Tickets are valid only for the date and entry session chosen at booking, and entry outside your booked session cannot be guaranteed. If you want to go on more than one night, you need a ticket for each day.
How much are tickets?
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | $5 per person, including GST |
| Friday to Sunday | $10 per person, including GST |
| Friday to Sunday, four or more tickets in one transaction | 25% off ticket prices |
| Children under 1 | Free |
| Concession | No concession discounts |
| Companion Card | One companion free with each paying guest |
Everyone aged 1 and over needs a ticket. Council’s wording on free entry varies: the ticket section says children under 1 enter free, while the ticket terms and FAQ say infants aged 1 and under do not need a ticket. If your child is turning 1 around the event, check the age rule with Council on (07) 3829 8999 before you book. The prices do not include the $1.00 ticket fee and the 1.5% cart fee charged by the ticketing platform, and the group discount does not apply to those fees. A Companion Card ticket must be booked and the physical card shown on entry.
Where do I park?
Council says there is ample free parking at the Redlands IndigiScapes Centre and at the MyHorizon Centre, both reached via Runnymede Road in Capalaba. The page does not say how far the MyHorizon Centre is from the garden entrance, and it does not describe bus or train options, so those are not confirmed here.
What can I bring onto the trail?
Council says no food or drink other than water may be taken onto the trail. Chairs, blankets, eskies, trolleys and picnic items are not allowed on the trail and must go back to your vehicle or be secured before you enter. Prams, wheelchairs and walkers are permitted. The page warns that the walk winds through the botanical gardens and has some uneven ground.
| Not permitted |
|---|
| Alcohol and illegal substances |
| Large umbrellas, tents or tables |
| Glass or sharp objects, metal cutlery, weapons |
| Bean bags, large deck chairs or reclining chairs |
| Flammable or explosive items or liquids |
| Lasers, laser pointers and torches |
| Large eskies (maximum 30L) |
| Drones or unmanned aircraft |
| Pets, except service animals such as guide dogs and assistance dogs |
| Segways, bikes, skateboards and similar devices, except approved motorised wheelchairs and four-wheeled scooters |
Security will do random bag checks at entry, and prohibited items must be taken back to your vehicle. The centre is a strictly non-smoking venue. There are toilets, including an accessible toilet, and a free drinking water station. There are no bins along the trail, only near the café.
Is there food, and what happens if it rains?
The IndigiScapes Café sells grab-and-go food from 6pm to 8:30pm each evening. It is a cashless event and only eftpos is accepted. Monday 30 November has limited options. Families can pre-purchase food packs through the ticketing page, with fees applying, and food must be collected from the café between 6pm and 8:30pm. Some limited seating is first come, first served, and there is a separate outdoor picnic area.
| Menu item | Price |
|---|---|
| Loaded fries (bacon, melted cheese, sour cream, shallots, bush spice) | $18.00 |
| Cheeseburger | $16.00 |
| Kids ham and cheese toastie | $10.00 |
| Churros (wattleseed and cinnamon sugar, Nutella) | $12.00 |
| Family chips | $10.50 |
| Christmas sugar cookie | $6.00 |
| Family bundle (2 burgers, 2 toasties, family chips, 4 soft drinks) | $65.00 |
| Couples bundle (2 burgers, family chips, 2 soft drinks) | $40.00 |
The event goes ahead in wet weather, and Council suggests a poncho or umbrella. In dangerous weather, sessions may be postponed or cancelled, and ticket holders are contacted using the details given at booking, so keep those current.
Can I get a refund or change my session?
Tickets are non-transferable and cannot be resold, and ticket exchanges are not available. Cancellation requests go by email to events@redland.qld.gov.au no later than 14 days before the booked date, and Council assesses refund requests under its Event Ticket Sales Terms and Conditions.
Sources
- Redland City Council — Redlands Coast Enchanted Christmas Garden (checked 31 October 2026)
Featured image: Capalaba, Redland City (photo: Neegzistuoja / CC BY-SA 4.0) (text added)
OZ Local Updates is an independent local guide and is not affiliated with Redland City Council. Event details can change; check Council’s event page before you go.