EXPECT half a million twinkling lights, brand new illuminations, dazzling photo opportunities and interactive elements as Glow Marwell returns for 2023.
Organisers are promising the enchanted nature lights event will be bigger and better than ever before with double the magic of last year's inaugural event.
Children of all ages will be able to play in the LED playground, walk across light-up stepping stones, and strike a pose on Rainbow Road when Glow Marwell returns on Friday November 24.
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This year’s multicoloured light tunnel spans 36 metres and the event also features a specially created enchanted tree.
Making his Glow Marwell debut, Father Christmas will be spreading festive cheer in his magical grotto on selected dates.
Senior events manager Nicky Cole said: "Glow Marwell is back for 2023 and, with more than half a million lights, it's guaranteed to be bigger and better than ever before.
"Following the success of last year’s event we’ve been working hard behind the scenes to ensure that this year’s displays are even more magical!
"And we’re thrilled to be able to confirm that Father Christmas will be returning to Marwell with an enchanted forest themed grotto for his first ever Glow Marwell event! It’s going to be one not to miss."
Festive food cabins will feature sweet and savoury delights.
The whimsical Wishing Tree will return, along with snow machines, Christmas trees and the incredibly popular fire pits for marshmallow toasting.
Marwell’s ancient trees will enjoy a gentle colourwash of light and the silhouette boxes will be back for the perfect selfie!
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Organisers are adding a dusting of snowflakes, beautiful butterflies, colourful clouds and some very special light shows.
Guests with Glow Marwell tickets will be able to arrive from 1pm to visit the zoo ahead of the evening event.
The trail will then be lit from 4pm until 8pm.
Roaming acts will appear on premium nights.
Tickets go on general sale on Monday (June 19) with members able to snap up tickets this week.
Glow Marwell will run from Friday November 24 to Saturday November 25, from Friday December 1 to Saturday December 23 and from Wednesday December 27 to Saturday December 30.
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