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Fast 5
Top Picks
#1 What's On - CBD
- Santa Storytime (Monday 8 December – Thursday 11 December) Join Santa for a free storytime with Christmas tales, songs and crafts perfect for preschoolers. Melbourne CBD
- Cultural Immersion Workshop with Little Wombats (Tuesday 9 December + Tuesday 16 December) Explore Aboriginal culture through storytelling, music, art and hands-on activities in this engaging 45-minute workshop for young learners aged 3+. Melbourne CBD
- Library at The Dock Neighbourhood Christmas Party (Friday 12 December) Celebrate with the whole family at this free all-ages event featuring Christmas crafts, movies with treats, tree decorating and a festive photobooth. Docklands
#2 What's On - NORTH
- Christmas Storytime (Tuesday 9 December) Sing songs, dance, play and enjoy craft activities plus a possible visit from a special character at this festive library session. Craigieburn
- Christmas Stocking Craft (Wednesday 10 December) Colour and personalise your own Christmas stocking with all materials provided at this hands-on family craft activity. Westmeadows
- Little Elves Workshop (Thursday 11 December) Decorate gingerbread, create ornaments and make Christmas crafts to take home at this free festive workshop (bookings essential). Roxburgh Park
#3 What's On - SOUTH
- Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park (Tuesday 9 December) Enjoy favourite festive tunes with star performers, kids' activities from 5:30pm, Santa photos and fireworks at 9:30pm. Brighton East
- Sensitive Storytime (Tuesday 9 December) Experience a calm, quieter storytime with short stories, songs and movement perfect for sensory-sensitive and autistic children. Mornington
- Family Storytime (Thursday 11 December + Friday 12 December) Build early literacy skills through engaging stories and lively songs in this interactive program designed for babies and preschoolers. Clayton South & Clarinda
#4 What's On - EAST
- Carols in the Park (Thursday 11 December) Sing festive carols with local choirs and performers, enjoy Santa's special appearance and tasty food and drink stalls. Burnley
- Christmas Stompers (Wednesday 10 December) Celebrate at the library with Christmas stories, songs and rhymes perfect for babies and toddlers in this festive-themed Stompers session. East Melbourne
- Carols in the Park (Thursday 11 December) Sing festive carols with local choirs and performers, enjoy Santa's special appearance and tasty food and drink stalls. Burnley
#5 What's On - WEST
- Christmas Toddler and Kids Art (Tuesday 9 December) Enjoy messy Christmas-themed art fun with painting, drawing and water play in a relaxed, creative environment for little ones. Newport
- Brimbank Libraries Christmas Show (Tuesday 9 December) Celebrate with Christmas-themed picture books, singalongs and surprise character visits at this festive theatre-style storytime event. St Albans
- Bethany Fisher's Christmas Spectacular (Thursday 11 December) Get your groove on with a "Best Kids Live Show" winner featuring dazzling dancers, prizes and a free signed poster for all. Cobblebank
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Fast 5 Ideas
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Say hello to Melbourne's newest indoor play space opening tomorrow! Think thoughtful design + sensory play for kids aged 0-7.
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Skip the scratch-baking chaos. We've rounded up Melbourne's best gingerbread house kits so you can focus on the fun part: decorating (and sneaking lollies).
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Glitter, dress-ups and disco tunes? It's a yes from us. Pop this free kids exhibition at NGV on your summer holiday to-do list.
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Wednesday nights just got tastier. Street food, festive vibes and a roving Santa await at this popular Summer Night Market.
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The CBD is twinkling and we're here for it. This is your go-to guide to Melbourne's most Insta-worthy Christmas lights this year.
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Need baubles, gifts or a life-size Santa? These Christmas shops are stocked and ready with enough festive gear to last you through this season (and the next few).
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Crown's serving up serious Christmas vibes this year - transforming into a festive wonderland packed with Santa photo ops, light shows, performances and much more.
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