Christmas is a special time of year when family, friends and loved ones come together to celebrate through giving, sharing and spending quality time with those we care about most. 

What better way to enjoy the festive season than by attending a festive Christmas event?

There are so many festive events happening around Melbourne, and it can be hard to know where to start…..so we’ve decided to put together a list of the best free Christmas events happening all throughout Melbourne! 

From Christmas markets and Christmas carols to family fun days out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

Start planning your festive day out now and make sure you don’t miss a thing!

Click here if you’re looking for free Christmas events in Melbourne CBD. 

Free Christmas Events Melbourne – North

1. Warrandyte Community Carols

Come and celebrate Christmas with the Warrandyte community by singing carols together and enjoying the positive atmosphere at Warrandyte Community Carols! 

Listen to the performances of local singers and musicians who are spreadig some holiday cheer! Don’t forget to bring a picnic or buy some food and drinks from the food trucks on site. 

Santa will also be making a special appearance, so don’t miss out!

Warrandyte Community Carols, Stiggants Reserve, 45-55 Yarra Street, Warrandyte
Sat 14 Dec 2024, 7:00pm – 9:00 pm, Free

2. German Christmas Market

Come join in on Friday, November 24th, for the German Christmas Market in North Fitzroy! This free, family-friendly event will have a variety of Australian and German Christmas market traditions for everyone to enjoy!

It’ll be a great night out for the whole family and include Christmas-themed gift stalls, kids’ activities, Carols by Candlelight, music, gingerbread houses, German biscuits and more! 

German Christmas Market, 96 Barkly Street, Fitzroy North, +61 3 9205 5555, info@yarracity.vic.gov.au, 
Fri 29 Nov 2024, 5 pm – 9 pm, Free

3. Greensborough Plaza

Greensborough Plaza will be transformed into a winter wonderland with festive trimmings and twinkly lights! With some paid and some free Christmas events, you can count on them to supply you with a whole bunch of festive Christmas fun waiting for you each day.

Greensborough Plaza, 25 Main Street, Greensborough

4. Banyule Carols by Candlelight

Listen to Banyule’s annual Carols by Candlelight at the Greensborough War Memorial Park and enjoy the fun activities, entertainment and a wonderful selection of food on offer during this family-friendly event.

Banyule Carols by Candlelight, Henry Street, Greensborough War Memorial Park, Greensborough, +61 9433 7727, enquiries@banyule.vic.gov.au
Sat 14 Dec 2024, 5 pm – 9:30 pm

5. Carols by Candlelight, Craigieburn

Carols by Candlelight is back! Enjoy pre-event activities and entertainment, festive, fun activities for the whole family to enjoy, including face painting, kids crafts, food trucks, stalls and more!

The main stage performances will begin from around 7 pm – 9:30 pm and will include performances from PAW Patrol, Garth Ploog, Michaela Jayde, and more

To end the celebration on a high, there will be a fireworks finale show!

Carols by Candlelight, Anzac Park, Central Park Avenue, Craigieburn
Sat, 7 Dec 2024, 7 PM – 09:30 PM, Free

6. Christmas Craft for Kids – Newbury

Celebrate the festive season with a creative twist at Newbury! On December 3, 2024, children can participate in a fun Pillow Pet crafting session. They’ll stuff, decorate, and name their cuddly creations, making it a perfect keepsake. Join us for an enjoyable morning of crafting and family bonding!

Christmas craft for kids – Newbury, Newbury Child and Community Centre, 440 Grand Boulevard, Craigieburn, 3064
Tues 3 Dec 2024, 10.00AM – 11.00AM, Free

7. Westfield Christmas, Plenty Valley

Embrace the magic of the holiday season with Westfield’s ‘Feels Like Christmas’ campaign. From nostalgic traditions to delightful scents of cinnamon and gingerbread, discover heartwarming stories that celebrate what makes Christmas special. Enjoy festive activities, meet Santa, and create cherished memories at your local Westfield this Christmas!

The fun starts at 10 am at the Kids Space, near Kmart. The free event is exclusive to Westfield Plus members.

Westfield Plenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Road, Mill Park VIC 3082

8. A Very Mordy Christmas

Join in for a Very Mordy Christmas at the Mordialloc Main Street precinct. Enjoy free carnival rides, face painting, and pony rides along with unique market stalls offering handmade crafts.

Main St, Mordialloc VIC 3195
Fri 29 Nov 2024

9. Precinct Festivities

Mark your calendars for December 13, 2024! Experience the magic of Christmas at the North & West Melbourne Precinct.

Gather your loved ones for a delightful evening with Santa, live music from the Australian Girls Choir, and local food stalls. Enjoy shopping incentives and festive fun in a vibrant community atmosphere!

Free, family-friendly event!

Precinct Festivities, West Baptist Church, West Melbourne

Fri 13 Dec 2024

10. Carlton Kids Market

The 1st CARLTON KIDS MARKET! Come along to our indoor Kids Market. A fun market run by Kids, for Kids.

Kids will showcase their entrepreneurial spirit by selling pre-loved items like toys, clothes, and books. Parents, bring cash and bags to snag amazing deals and fill those Christmas stockings!

Carlton Kids Market, Kathleen Syme Library – 251 Faraday Street, Carlton

Sat 7 Dec, 9:00AM – 11:00AM

Free Christmas Events – Melbourne South / South-East / Bayside

11. Stonnington Christmas Concerts

Looking for some festive fun this Christmas? The City of Stonnington has got you covered with a series of free Christmas concerts to celebrate the holiday season. 

Musical director Casey Bennetto will be leading each Christmas concert with a spectacular line-up of festive music, including some of Australia’s finest vocalists, the stunning South of the River Choir, and a special visit from Santa!

There will also be roving entertainment and food trucks, and the events will raise funds for the Mayor’s chosen charity.

Stonnington Family christmas at Central Park, 83-141 Burke Road, Malvern East, Central Park
Sunday 8 December 2024, 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm, FREE
Stonnington Carols at Como Park, 305-325 Williams Road, South Yarra, Sunday,
17 December 2023, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm, FREE

12. Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park

Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park returns to Dendy Park on Tuesday 10 December 2024 between 7:30pm and 9:30pm.

Bayside City Council brings you this family-friendly celebration of the holiday season.

Join us to celebrate with your friends and family. The pre-show fun including kids activities starts at 5:30pm.

Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park, Dendy Park, Brighton, +61 3 9599 4444
Tuesday 10 December 2024 from 5:30pm

13. Christmas on the Foreshore

Christmas on the Foreshore has prepared free entertainment, face painting, a visit from Santa and a fireworks display to top off a wonderful night! 

Christmas on the Foreshore, Tooradin Foreshore
Fri 13 Dec 2024, 6 pm – 10 pm, Free

14. The Keysie Market – Christmas Edition

If you’re looking for a fantastic Christmas market to do your shopping at, be sure to come to The Keysie Market on Sunday, December 19th, from 10 am to 2 pm. It’ll be a great opportunity to support small businesses and find unique gifts for your loved ones, all while enjoying the festive atmosphere.

The Keysie Market – Christmas Edition, Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough
Sun 24 Nov 2024 10 am – 2 pm

15. Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights 2024

Experience all the magic, wonder and joy the season brings at Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights! The free event offers live entertainment, Christmas performers and carols, activities for kids, and of course, the chance to meet Santa. 

There will also be a Little Beauty Christmas Market which is also the perfect place to find some Christmas gifts or lay out your picnic rug and rest or watch the main stage entertainment on the big screen.

You can see also the Bluey Christmas Live Interactive Experience in the Frankton Arts Centre!

End the night by watching the 30m Norfolk Pine light up, followed by a spectacular firework display!

Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights 2023, Davey and Young Streets, Frankston
Sat 30 Nov 2024, Free

16. Glen Eira Carols in the Gardens, Elsternwick

Looking forward to getting into the holiday spirit? Then mark your calendars for Saturday 14 December because from 4.00pm to 8.00pm, Glen Eira City Council will be celebrating the Christmas season with live carols during their Carols in the Gardens event!

Carols in the Gardens, Bentleigh Hodgson Reserve, Higgins Road, Bentleigh, +61 3 9524 3333, mail@gleneira.vic.gov.au

Saturday 14 December 2024

17. Elsternwick Village Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day is an annual event that runs to celebrate the festive season.

Hosted on a Saturday in December, Santa and his friends roam the Elsternwick Village precinct and spread the festive cheer. 

Visitors can also jump aboard an antique fire truck and enjoy a free ride down Glen Huntly Rd.

The family-friendly day gives shoppers and visitors to the precinct the chance to listen to their favourite festive tunes played by live musicians. There’s also a range of entertainment to enjoy, including balloon creations by a balloon modeller, face painting, circus performers, an arts and crafts workshop table, and the chance to get a photo at the festive photo wall.

Elsternwick Village Family Fun Day, Begin at the HQ, located outside Officeworks at 377 Glen Huntly Rd

Sat 14 Dec 2024, 11am – 4 pm

18. Twilight Christmas Market

Twilight Christmas Market is back and better than ever, and the whole family, including your pups, are invited! With live music, food trucks, workshops, performers, and tons of local artisans, this is an event all ages can enjoy.

See the lighting of the artist-designed Christmas Tree at 8.00 pm, Take some photos with Santa, join in the drumming Workshop, and more!

Twilight Christmas Market, Bunjil Place Plaza, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren
Sat 30 Nov 2024, 3 pm – 9 pm, Free

19. Carols by Kingston

Carols by Kingston is just around the corner and is the perfect excuse to bring your family together and enjoy a night out in Kingston.

Carols by Kingston, Bicentennial Park, Thames Promenade, Chelsea.
Sunday 8 December 2024, between 5:00pm and 9:30pm

20. Xmas in Acland

Celebrate Xmas in Acland with us on Sat, Dec 7 between 11am – 2pm with loads of all free, Chrissy fun in Acland Plaza and Acland Court Shopping Centre.

Acland Plaza at the Barkly St end of Acland Street and Acland Court Shopping Centre is at 158 Acland Street, St Kilda

Sat 7 Dec, 11 am – 2pm

Free Christmas events Melbourne – East

21. Carols by Candlelight, Doncaster

This year, Manningham’s biggest annual event, the Manningham Carols by Candlelight will feature both local and national performers, entertaining activities and some of Melbourne’s most amazing food trucks! 

There will also be a special appearance by Santa and a spectacular fireworks finale! 

Manningham Carols by Candlelight Ruffey Lake Park, George Street, Doncaster, +61 3 9840 9333, events@manningham.vic.gov.au

Fri 13 Dec 2024 from 6pm

22. Maroondah Carols, Croydon

Come join in and be a part of Maroondah’s much-loved Christmas Carols event, Maroondah Carols! 

There’ll be great food vendors, a free kid’s zone, awesome pre-show entertainment, and the Maroondah Carols Band playing all your favourite holiday tunes, topped off with a spectacular fireworks show at the end!

Maroondah Carols, Croydon Park, Hewish Road Croydon, 1300 88 22 33 or 9298 4598, maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au

Sat 7 December 2024, 6pm – 10pm

23. Montrose Community Christmas Carols

Join the community of Montrose for Montrose Community Christmas Carols, presented by Montrose Church of Christ. 

Bring your picnic gear and enjoy a free sausage sizzle, performances by local schools, a visit from Santa, gifts for all the kids, and your favourite Christmas carols!

Montrose Community Christmas Carols, Montrose Community Centre, Montrose
Sunday 8 December 2024, 5.15pm to 8.00pm

24. TTHA Christmas Market

The annual Tabulam and Templer Homes for the Aged (TTHA) Christmas ‘Weihnachtsmarkt’ Market is a wondrous multicultural celebration of Christmas and community.

The TTHA Christmas’ Weihnachtsmarkt’ Market brings together the community, families, market stallholders, businesses and our residents in a delightful community Christmas fair.

TTHA Christmas Market, 51 Elizabeth St, Bayswater
Sun 24 Nov 2024, from 10am to 2pm

25. Twilight Christmas Gift Market & Family Fun Night, Kew

Come and do your Chrissy gift shopping locally! Bring the family for a whole heap of good cheer, and enjoy a wonderful community vibe. Pony rides, Santa himself, craft activities and much more!

Twilight Christmas Gift Market & Family Fun Night, Fenton Avenue Reserve, Kew

Sat 7 Dec 2024

Free Christmas Events Melbourne – West 

26. Brimbank Festive Fun Day

The city of Brimbank comes alive in the weeks leading up to Christmas, with festive lights, Santa Claus, carols and entertainment bringing holiday cheer to all corners during their Brimbank Festive Fun Day.

Don’t miss out, as we’re sure that there’s plenty to enjoy for everyone, so come on over and celebrate with the kids. This free event offers an array of entertainment, activities, and food. Enjoy a safe, family-friendly atmosphere and make the most of this festive celebration!

Brimbank Festive Fun Day, Errington Reserve in St Albans

Sun 1 Dec 2024, 11am – 3pm

27. St Albans Town Centre

Bring the family to St Albans Town Centre on Saturday, 14 December 2024, for a joyous celebration at Library Reserve. Enjoy free photos with Santa and his elf, engaging face painting, and festive carols from a local multicultural choir. A perfect day to spread holiday cheer!

St Albans Town Centre, Library Reserve, opposite 69 Alfrieda Street, St Albans

Sat 14 Dec 2024, 11am and 2pm

28. Brimbank Libraries Christmas Show

Spread the joy, the Brimbank Libraries Christmas Show is back for 2024. Sing, laugh and be merry with special Christmas guests!

Brimbank Libraries Christmas Show, Bowery Theatre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans

Tues 10 Dec 2024, 10:30-11:30am

29. Christmas deLights in Sunshine

Come along to Christmas deLights in Sunshine! Join in the fun with Mr and Mrs Claus, Santa photos, roving performers, face painting, music and more.

Christmas deLights in Sunshine, Sunshine Library area, corner of Hampshire Road and Bennett Place

Friday 29 November 2024, 3:00-6:30pm

30. Carols by Candlelight, Melton

Come join in at Hannah Watts Park On Saturday, 2 December 2023, for Melton’s 2024 Carols by Candlelight! It’s sure to be a heart-warming event that’ll fill you with some festive cheer!

Melton Carols by Candlelight, Hannah Watts Park, High Street, Melton, 03 9747 7200, csu@melton.vic.gov.au
Saturday 14 December 2024, 5.00pm to 9.30pm

31. Carols in Queens Park, Moonee Ponds

Enjoy an evening of carols and festive cheer in Queens Park during their Carols in Queens Park event! Bring your family and friends, pack a picnic, and enjoy some of your favorite holiday tunes performed live. 

Candles, food, and refreshments will also be available for purchase.

Carols in Queens Park, Queens Park, Cnr Mt Alexander Rd and Kellaway Ave, Moonee Ponds
Saturday 7 December 2024 from 4:30pm with carols starting at 6:30pm

32. Christmas At The Lakes, Point Cook

Enjoy a day of entertainment as you listen to the beautiful sound of carols and watch local talent performing on the stage during Christmas At The Lakes

The low cost fun filled day includes:

• Rides Activities
• Stage performers
• Food Vans
• Community stalls
• Santa visit
• Firework Display

Christmas At The Lakes, Breezewater Reserve, 25 The Breezewater, Point Cook
Sat 7 Dec 2023, 4 pm – 10:30  pm, Gold coin donation on entry

33. Christmas Story Times – Wyndham Libraries

Dress up in your favourite Christmas outfit, or just come along as you are to these Christmas Story Time events at Wyndham Libraries! Enjoy lots of fun Christmas themed songs and stories!

Christmas Story Times – Wyndham Libraries, various locations
Fri 6 Dec, Mon 9 Dec, Thu 12 Dec, Wed 18 Dec and Fri 20 Dec 2024, Free

34. Celebrate Christmas in Werribee City Centre

Join the festive spirit in Werribee City Centre this Christmas! Enjoy incredible decorations, visit Santa and the Grinch, and explore local businesses offering fantastic deals.

Don’t miss the enchanting 8m tree, the interactive Wattville house, and the free movie screening of The Grinch in Wyndham Park.

Celebrate Christmas in Werribee City Centre, Watton Street, Werribee City Centre
Fri 29 Nov – Sat 15 Dec 2024, Free

35. Christmas in Geelong

This year’s Christmas in Geelong Program is going to be extra special, with lots of new events and activities! Whether you’re looking for traditional favourites or something new and exciting, they’ve got you covered.

So come on over with the whole family and celebrate with them this holiday season!

36. Christmas in Williamstown

This annual event has been running for more than 10 years and is an important part of the Williamstown community, bringing together local businesses, residents and visitors to celebrate the festive season.

Come and see Santa riding around in a vintage fire truck, as well as opportunities to meet him at his Grotto in the Rotunda at Commonwealth Reserve! There will even be some gifts to give away!

There will also be craft stations and face painting for kids, live entertainment and music, and special promotions from local traders.

Christmas in Williamstown, Douglas Parade and Ferguson Street
Sat 7 Dec 2024, 11 am – 7 pm, free

37. Deck the Hall – Christmas Picnic

Everyone is invited to pack a picnic and bring a rug to this community Christmas picnic at Brooklyn Community Hall, a fun and inclusive afternoon in the park for the whole family.

Brooklyn Community Hall, 35 Nolan Avenue, Brooklyn, 3012
Sun 1 Dec 2024, 12pm – 3pm

38. Have Yourself a Very Newport Christmas – Christmas Picnic

Everyone is invited to pack a picnic and bring a rug to this community Christmas picnic at Paine Reserve in Newport.

The festive program includes: – Mr. Snot Bottom – The Echos Duo – The magician, Anthony De Masi – Hoop Sparx circus play – Crafts – Food trucks – Santa! Bookings not required.

Newport Christmas Picnic, Paine Reserve, Mason St, Newport
Sat 7 Dec

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