Get ready to experience the magic of the festive season at Stirling Christmas Lights, lighting up the City of Stirling Administration Centre forecourt every evening from Sunday 30 November to Sunday 28 December 2025. This year’s display invites families, friends, and neighbours to gather under the stars and celebrate the joy of Christmas in a truly unforgettable way.
Each night from sunset, the forecourt transforms into a glowing wonderland of festive lights and interactive displays.
It all begins with launch night celebrations on Sunday 30 November. Bring the family along to enjoy festive entertainment, turning on of the lights countdown and food trucks.
Stirling Christmas Lights is free to attend and open to all. Whether you're a long-time local or visiting for the holidays, we invite you to make this event part of your seasonal traditions.
So bring your loved ones and join us for a month of sparkle, creativity, and community spirit.
Christmas eventsDue to Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day falling on weekdays, bin collections will run later than usual.
Christmas week
New Year's week
The Recycling Centre Balcatta, located at 238 Balcatta Road, Balcatta, is open during the following hours:
Please note:
Going away? Book our free holiday watch service.
Lend a helping hand this Christmas and support those in need. You can do this by donating to the Stirling Women's Centre and the Safe at Home Program annual Christmas appeal. Donations can be dropped off at the following locations until Friday 12 December.
Donation baskets will also be available at the Christmas Lights Launch on Sunday 30 November.
Christmas in the City news
City of Stirling kaadatj Nyoongar moort Nyoongar boodja-k Wadjak boodja-k. Ngalak kaadatj Nyoongar nedingar wer birdiya koora koora wer yeyi. Baalabang koondarm, malayin wer nakolak baalap yang ngalany-al. Ngalak dandjoo barn wer kaaratj bandang boodja-k.
The City of Stirling acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land, the Wadjak people of the Nyoongar Nation, and pays respect to the Elders both past and present for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal Australia.
