Midtown Christmas 2024: A Winter Wonderland of Lights and Festive Fun ❄️
Get ready to be enveloped in a dazzling display of lights and festive cheer at Midtown Christmas 2024! This year’s theme, "Ensemblewrap ~Layers of Enveloping Light~", promises a sparkling experience from the moment you step into the Midtown Garden. Imagine being surrounded by countless lights, enhanced by enchanting bubble and snow effects – creating a truly magical winter wonderland. ✨
Midtown Garden Illuminations: A Feast for the Senses
This year’s Midtown Garden will be transformed into a breathtaking spectacle of light and snow. Don’t miss these highlights:
- Ensemble Lights (New!): Immerse yourself in a fantastical world of swirling lights and shimmering snow. For a limited time, special bubble and snow effects add an extra touch of magic.
- Timeless Gold Tree: Admire the elegant Christmas tree adorned with gold and red ornaments, sparkling with mirrored accents.
- Stroll of Lights: Wander through a dazzling display of approximately 320,000 golden lights illuminating the trees, creating a dynamic and unforgettable experience. Enjoy the view from the garden or from one of the restaurants overlooking this mesmerizing spectacle.
Illumination Details:
- Dates: November 14, 2024 – February 24, 2025 (Timeless Gold Tree until December 25th)
- Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Light-up at 5:00 PM, turn-off performance at 11:00 PM, dimming performance every hour at :00 in the garden area)
- Location: Midtown Garden & Plaza 1F
- Fee: Free
Indoor Festive Fun: Markets, Music, and More!
The festive spirit continues inside with a range of exciting activities:
- Santa Tree: Marvel at the 4-meter-tall "Santa Tree" adorned with approximately 1,600 adorable Santa Claus ornaments. This year’s tree features a snowy theme, echoing the garden’s winter wonderland. Can you spot your favorite Santa?
- CHRISTMAS ENSEMBLE: Enjoy live performances by talented young artists, past winners of the "NEXT Artist" project.
- Christmas Market (Back after 5 years!): Find unique gifts and festive treasures at the bustling Christmas Market. Participating stores include HARMONIER, Nordika nisse Official Shop Tokyo, and marl.
- Limited-Time Shops: Indulge in delicious treats at the "Canelé Mania" shop, featuring a curated selection of canelé from across Japan, including Christmas-limited editions.
- Feathery Snow Tree (Building Decorations): Experience the "Snow Gift" theme throughout the Galleria building, highlighted by the "Feathery Snow Tree" in the atrium and the enchanting "Snow Fall Forest" photo spot on the garden terrace.
- MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS WORKSHOP: Get crafty and create a unique Christmas swag using pruned branches from Midtown Garden. (Paid workshop, details to be announced on the website.)
Glide into Winter at the KOSÉ MIDTOWN ICE RINK
A Tokyo Midtown winter tradition returns! Lace up your skates and enjoy the crisp winter air at one of Tokyo’s largest outdoor ice skating rinks.
- Dates: November 22, 2024 – February 24, 2025
Restaurant Specials: Festive Dining with a View
From November 14th to December 25th, Tokyo Midtown restaurants will offer special course menus perfect for celebrating the season with friends and loved ones. Enjoy delicious food and drinks with a stunning view of the illuminations.
Event Details:
- Venue: Tokyo Midtown (Roppongi/Nogizaka Station)
- Address: 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 〒107-0052 MAP
- Dates: November 14, 2024 – February 24, 2025 (Specific event dates and times vary, see above)
- Website: Tokyo Midtown
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Information is subject to change. Please check the official website for the latest details.
