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Festival of Lights competition

Marina and local residents are welcome to light up their boats and flats.

Festival of Lights competition
Festival of Lights competition

Time & Location

06 Dec 2024, 21:00 – 31 Dec 2024, 21:00

South Dock and Greenland Dock, (South Dock Marina) London SE16 7SZ, UK

About the event

The Boats Lights competition is a magical and heart-warming experience. It feautures decorated boats, houses and flats around the docks.

They all brighten up the cold nights with their lights, colours and shapes.

The marina office, dock gates and boatyard are light up too.

There are three categories in the competition: 

South Dock boats

Greenland Dock boats

Flats/House (facing the docks)

The festive lights are normally on from 6pm to 10pm. Some of them for longer.

Come and visit the area, be amazed by the fabulous display and enjoy dinner or a drink at the various local restaurants and pubs.

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  • Who organises the Festival
    The Festival is organised by Greenland Dock Festival CIC, with the support and logistics of Marine Canvas Hut; and the participation of: marina residents local residents local businesses
  • Locations and maps. Where is the Festival located?
    Greenland Dock Festival is held around South Dock Marina (South Dock, Greenland dock and the Boatyard). Which is located in SE16 London. Click here. to access the maps with location of the events and businesses.
  • What time the lights are on?
    The festive lights are on during the month of December. They are usually on from 6 to 10pm. Some of them for longer but not always.
  • Do I need a ticket for the lanterns?
    You don't need a ticket to watch the lanterns on the dock. You will be able to see them from all around Greenland Dock, as we will be rowing the entire perimeter of Greenland Dock. You will only need a ticket (free) if you would like to participate in the making of the lanterns workshop.
  • Is the Festival for children too?
    The Festival is for absolutely everyone! Children, adults and families will enjoy the different events and the great ambience. Children should be supervised/accompany by an adult at all times.
  • Weather and clothing
    It is a winter outdoor festival, so make sure you bring several layers as December is a cold month. Also, the weather is quite unpredictable it would be best to bring an umbrella, just in case.
  • How much does it cost to run fairy lights in a flat or a boat for a month?
    The cost of running fairy lights depends on their wattage and how long you keep them on. Generally, it's a relatively low cost. For a more accurate estimate, you can use an online electricity cost calculator: Festive Lights energy CALCULATOR "Modern Christmas lights use LEDs rather than filament bulbs which are less energy efficient, and even a fairly comprehensive outdoor Christmas lights display is likely to cost less than the cost of a burger and fries to power for an entire month. "
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