Light Up Winter Cromwell

17/06/2026

Big news just dropped! 🎉✨ Light Up Winter Cromwell is turning 10 (yes, TEN!), and we’ve somehow roped in the brilliant Matt Chisholm to jump on board as MC for the celebration.

A decade of lanterns, laughs, and winter magic in Cromwell, and we’re not slowing down now. If anything, we’re just getting started. 🌟❄️

Come for the community vibes, stay for the glow! 😉

Read more on our website here https://www.lightupwinter.co.nz/post/matt-chisholm-to-mc-10-year-milestone-of-light-up-winter-in-cromwell-a-celebration-of-community-c

16/06/2026

We're feeling pretty chuffed! ✨

Light Up Winter Cromwell has been recognised as one of New Zealand's best winter activities and adventures for 2026, earning a spot in a recent NZ Herald online feature. 🎉

What started as a community celebration has grown into one of Central Otago's most magical winter nights, bringing together lights, laughter, creativity and our much-loved lantern release. As we celebrate 10 years this year, it's wonderful to see Cromwell shining on the national stage.

Thank you to everyone who has helped make the magic happen over the past decade. Here's to lighting up winter once again on 1 August! 💛✨

Grab your bobble hats and head out for a magical, mid-winter adventure.

16/06/2026

Hats off to local Barrett Homes - Central Otago! 🎩✨

The Light Up Your Hat competition returns in style for its 10th anniversary as part of this year’s Light Up Winter Cromwell celebration...and it’s shaping up to be bigger, brighter and more brilliantly bonkers than ever. 😜

Read the blog below, and get ready for a night of colour, creativity, community magic, and plenty of lights! Register your hat today at www.lightupwinter.co.nz

https://www.lightupwinter.co.nz/post/hats-off-to-barrett-homes-light-up-your-hat-returns-in-style

15/06/2026

Woohoo! Light Up Winter Cromwell is on fire! 🔥🎟️

Lanterns are flying off the shelf and we’re already over 60% sold out in just 24 hours. The love for this event is incredible, and we’re so grateful for the support.🥰

Get in quick! Lanterns are available to purchase online only at www.lightupwinter.co.nz while stocks last. Once sold, all gone!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 10th anniversary of the mass lantern release at Light Up Winter Cromwell ✨💫

14/06/2026

STOP PRESS – Lantern Sales Are Now Open! ✨

The countdown to 10 years of winter magic is on, and official Light Up Winter lanterns are now available to purchase online only at www.lightupwinter.co.nz while stocks last.

But be quick‼️ Numbers are strictly limited and once they're gone, they're gone! 🌟

Join us for the breathtaking Mass Lantern Release on Saturday 1 August and be part of one of Cromwell's most magical winter traditions.

✔ Limited supply
✔ Online sales only – no cash sales on the day
✔ Flame retardant, biodegradable and wire-free
✔ Official Light Up Winter lanterns only

For everything you need to know, including how lantern collection works and event information, visit: www.lightupwinter.co.nz.

12/06/2026

To the local community and out-of-town-visitors…join us for the 10th Light Up Winter Cromwell!

Lantern sales opening Monday 15th June at 9am!

Let’s shine brighter than ever! ✨🤩

12/06/2026

The Wait Is Almost Over!🌟🤩🤩

The official Light Up Winter Cromwell lantern sales go live Monday 15 June at 9am!

Be part of the iconic mass lantern release as we celebrate 10 years of Light Up Winter, lighting up the Cromwell sky in a truly unforgettable moment.

✨ Limited numbers available, get in quick while stocks last.
✨ Available exclusively online at www.lightupwinter.co.nz
✨ Biodegradable, flame-retardant and wire-free
✨ No cash sales on the day

Set the alarm, mark the diary, and be ready to secure yours at www.lightupwinter.co.nz ✨

Cromwell Community Board Elected Members Aotea Electric Cromwell Daikin New Zealand Shannon Farm Justine Burke and Ben Terry Real Estate Versatile Aurora Energy Barrett Homes - Central Otago Hector Egger New Zealand Cromwell & Queenstown Self Storage Santana Minerals Limited BDL Productions Conductive Solutions More FM Queenstown, Wānaka & Central Otago The Central App Central Otago District Council 🙏

11/06/2026

10 Years of Lighting Up Winter in Cromwell! ✨🔥 A decade of turning chilly winter nights into something truly magical. From dazzling lights and illuminated hats, glowing lanterns to crowd favourites like our incredible fire performers, Light Up Winter has become a celebration of community, creativity and connection.

As we celebrate 10 years of memories, we’re looking back at the moments that have warmed our hearts and lit up our town. And what better way to do it than with a little fire and flair! 🔥💫

Here’s to 10 years of warming up winter, Cromwell-style.

See you 📆 Saturday 1st August at📍Anderson Park Rose Garden in the heart of Cromwell. ✨

Who’s been with us since the beginning? Share your favourite Light Up Winter memory in the comments!

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11/06/2026

10 Years of Lighting Up Winter in Cromwell! ✨🔥 A decade of turning chilly winter nights into something truly magical. From dazzling lights and illuminated hats, glowing lanterns to crowd favourites like our incredible fire performers, Light Up Winter has become a celebration of community, creativity and connection.

As we celebrate 10 years of memories, we're looking back at the moments that have warmed our hearts and lit up our town. And what better way to do it than with a little fire and flair! 🔥💫

Here's to 10 years of warming up winter, Cromwell-style.

See you 📆 Saturday 1st August at📍Anderson Park Rose Garden in the heart of Cromwell. ✨

Who's been with us since the beginning? Share your favourite Light Up Winter memory below! 👇

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10/06/2026

❄️On a cold winter’s day, the hearts of the Light Up Winter Cromwell crew are warmed by the incredible new support from Versatile Cromwell.🥰✨💫

Coming on board this year, we are truly blown away by their generous backing as a Community Sponsor, and their support means so much to the event and the wider community.

A heartfelt thank you 🙏to Chris & Debby, a local extraordinary pair!

https://www.lightupwinter.co.nz/post/community-at-heart-versatile-cromwell-backs-light-up-winter