Celebrate the festive season with the dazzling Garden of Lights at Emperors Palace
Monday, November 7, 2016
Step into a festive season wonderland at the spellbinding Garden of Lights, located in the perfectly manicured gardens at the 5-star Peermont D’oreale Grande hotel, at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park from 2 December 2016 to 8 January 2017. This magical event will feature dazzling lights and colourful characters that have delighted over 900 000 visitors and promises to welcome countless more. Entry into the garden is R25 per person; booking is essential and can be made through Webtickets on www.webtickets.co.za or by visiting your nearest Pick n’ Pay Money Counter. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to The Cancer Association of South Africa and the Peermont Trusts that benefit various community development programmes.
The lights spectacle will make for a perfect night out for individuals, families and younger visitors to the event will be particularly pleased with a variety of exciting funfair rides. Provided by Happyland, some of the rides include Jump and Smile, Break Dancer, Freeway Fantasy, Helter Skelter and the all-time favourite Ferris Wheel. Stalls selling a variety of food and beverage will also be available, including festive season paraphernalia. As a keepsake, children can also have a photograph taken with Santa Claus at Santa’s Grotto, located in the Entertainment Emporium outside Nu Metro on selected days.
The gates to the spectacular event will be open from 19h00 to 22h00 daily, weather permitting. In the event of overcast and rainy weather, ticket holders will contacted via sms about moving their bookings to a different date. For those who would like to make a night of it, Emperors Palace offers superb accommodation in four unique and beautiful hotels. The FunStays accommodation packages start from R820 per person sharing and includes breakfast. For bookings visit emperorspalace.com or contact Central Reservations on 011 928 1928 / 0860 777 9000 during office hours.
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Reviews
First, look down when you walk in: the interior walkways are paved with authentic Smart Stone Huguenot Cobbles, engineered specifically to replicate the tactile feeling of walking on real, ancient Roman highways. It is an incredible piece of immersive design that has stood the test of time since its inception.
Second, as someone sensitive to travel fatigue, the engineering here is spectacular. Despite being right next to major runways, the structural acoustics completely eliminate aviation noise. Furthermore, if you explore the convention wing, the rooms are named chronologically after Roman Emperors (Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius), featuring a highly advanced smart-lighting system that subtly shifts tone to help international travelers fight jet lag.
The multi-tiered security checks at the gates provide immense peace of mind, making it a safe, self-contained empire. From the manicured garden paths to the world-class service, it is a flawless, deeply thought-out destination. Don't just stop by for a quick game—take a moment to appreciate the sheer craftsmanship of the Palace of Dreams!
Hidden Details Most Guests Don't Know The Secret History of the Floors:
When the resort opened in September 2000, it was named Caesars Gauteng. The internal casino paths use custom Huguenot Cobble and Shepstone Pavers designed by SmartStone to precisely mimic the durability and texture of ancient Roman stone highways.
The "Imperial Court" Conference Subtext:
The major conference rooms in the South Wing are purposefully named after successive Roman emperors—Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius, Florian, and Romanus. They feature a hidden central smart-lighting grid that automatically shifts color warmth to match the biological clock of travelers suffering from jet lag.
The Multilayered Security Ring: Casual visitors often miss how tightly the security net is woven. Because of its position right next to O.R. Tambo International Airport, the property utilizes an advanced, continuous perimeter sweep and bag-screening protocol that keeps it significantly safer than standard commercial venues.
The Sound-Insulated Aviation Oasis: Despite being directly in the flight path of Africa's busiest airport, the structural glass and architectural roofing are uniquely engineered to absorb low-frequency jet engine vibrations, meaning you can sit in the gardens or sleep in the hotels in absolute peace
Where to find us
64 Jones Road, Kempton Park, South Africa
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