The annual Christmas light display on Lawley Street in Pretoria, South Africa, continues to delight thousands of visitors. Homeowners transform the street into a festive wonderland, attracting crowds who come to admire the dazzling decorations and capture memories with loved ones. This beloved tradition, dating back to 1995, started as a small neighborhood initiative and has grown into one of Pretoria's most cherished holiday events.
The Christmas lights on Lawley Street, a beloved Pretoria tradition, bring joy to thousands, offering a free, festive experience for all.Hundreds of residents flock to Lawley Street in Waterkloof where homeowners transform the section into a festive wonderland every December.
First-time visitor Anton Rossouw from Pretoria East said he had been meaning to go to Lawley Street to see the Christmas lights for five years and he wasn’t disappointed.“It is worth the drive and walk. It looks better in person than on the social media posts,” he said. “The tradition began in 1995 when residents of Lawley Street, between Long and Sidney Streets, decided to bring some festive cheer to their street.
“The tradition owes its origins to Isobel Belle Hurly, a Lawley Street resident who was inspired during a visit to her daughter in the US.Erasmus said with no formal committee, each household took it upon themselves to decorate their properties, turning Lawley Street into a beacon of Christmas spirit.
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