Find free family-friendly Christmas events that everyone can enjoy together, including festive light displays, carnival activities, and Santa photo opportunities that create a joyful atmosphere perfect for making lasting memories with loved ones during this magical season.
Enchanted Elevator
Until December 28, visit the Enchanted Elevator and enter a magical world at the North Pole. Enjoy a 90-second experience filled with sparkling lights, fun music, and holiday spirit. While Santa shops for your gifts at Chadstone, be sure to take a picture in his sleigh. The elevator is located outside Mecca Cosmetica on the Ground Level. Walk-up only. You need to be or become a Chadstone First Member to ride the elevator.
Christmas Carnival
Enjoy festive fun by the Birrarung at the Christmas Carnival. Ride the Ferris wheel, drive the dodgems, or enjoy amazing views of the city lights from 35 meters in the air on the Sky Flyer. Try out popular carnival games and enjoy classic carnival food. Entry is free. You can buy coupons for rides at the ticket box on site—$8 for kids’ rides and $12 for adults’ rides.
Crown Christmas River Show
Head to Southbank Promenade outside Crown to catch this dazzling Christmas show featuring water fountains, lasers, light projections and a festive soundtrack. Shows will run every 15 minutes each night. This is a free event
Nth Pole
The Nth Pole is a fun experience for families and friends this December. Stadium Square at Marvel Stadium will become a magical holiday event. It features Melbourne’s only Christmas-themed 360° cinema, a giant 9-meter Christmas tree decorated with Marvel Heroes, and 18 Christmas trees themed after AFL clubs. You can also take photos with Santa in AFL club colors and enjoy many other activities.There are both free and paid tickets available.
Myer Christmas Windows
Take a magical journey with Australia Zoo’s favorite wildlife heroes in An Irwin’s Christmas Story. Visiting the Myer Christmas Windows is a cherished tradition for many Australian families.
Join Ace the Eagle and enjoy An Irwin’s Christmas Story this year. Follow Ace on his exciting adventure through oceans and savannas with leaping lemurs and grazing giraffes.
Christmas at the Crocoseum
While you’re at the Christmas Windows, check out Christmas at the Crocoseum. Head to level 6 at Myer’s Mural Hall for a fun wildlife show from Terrapin Puppet Theatre. This lively and educational performance is based on the Australia Zoo crocodile show, running from 17 November to 24 December.
Christmas at Queensbridge Square
Take a ride on the glowing see-saw at this fun holiday event that will bring joy to everyone. Enjoy the magical setting as the Christmas tree lights up while you play on the see-saw in Queensbridge Square. This holiday attraction will be open from December 19 to 22, daily from 11 am to 3 pm. It’s a great chance to spend time with family and friends and enjoy the festive spirit. You can experience the fun of the light-up see-saw and also enter a contest. You could win exciting prizes, and one lucky person will get a free bubble tea from Juneyao Air.
Christmas Square
Discover a Christmas wonderland with the city’s giant tree. Enjoy the festive spirit at Melbourne’s Christmas hub! The 17.5 metre tree shines brightly with light and sound shows. Swing on a giant light-up bell and enjoy the holiday atmosphere as you explore all the city has to offer during Christmas.
Santaland Express train
Follow the elves on a magical Santaland Adventure at Melbourne’s Bourke Street flagship store, where you’ll climb aboard the enchanting Santaland Express train for a magical journey to the North Pole, filled with cheerful music and a dazzling simulated flying experience. As you travel through this festive wonderland, you’ll encounter playful elves hard at work, cheerful reindeer prancing around, and even a chance to meet Santa himself, making this an unforgettable holiday experience for children and adults alike.
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