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Fast 5
Top Picks
#1 What's On - CBD
- Let's Dance with Shenzhen Airlines (Daily from Friday 28 November - Thursday 25 December) Show off your best moves on Southbank's glowing dance floor at this festive Christmas Festival event at Queensbridge Square. Southbank
- Myer Christmas Windows 2025 (Daily until Sunday 11 January, 2026) Experience 70 years of Christmas magic with A Playful LEGO® Christmas Story, featuring over 488,215 LEGO® bricks across six enchanting windows, plus nightly light shows and the LEGO® Playful Christmas Playland in the Basement. Melbourne CBD
- Let's Party! Fashion for Kids (Daily from Friday 28 November - Sunday 3 May, 2026) Step into the NGV's summer children's exhibition celebrating creativity through dazzling party-perfect outfits, imaginative accessories, and exciting party-themed activities designed by leading Australian designer Danielle Brustman. Melbourne CBD
#2 What's On - NORTH
- Kinder Tennis (Wednesday 26 November) Two 30-minute indoor sessions introducing tennis basics through fun games that build throwing, catching, balancing, and hitting skills for children aged 3–5. Reservoir
- Bilingual Storytime (Thursdays until 11 December) Listen to stories, sing songs, and complete craft activities in Punjabi and English to help children develop a lifelong love of reading. Kalkallo
- Santa's Wonderland Photography (Daily until Wednesday 24 December) Capture the magic of Christmas with professional Santa photography sessions in this enchanting festive wonderland. Greensborough
#3 What's On - SOUTH
- Rhyme Time at Riverwalk Splash Park (Monday 24 November) Develop your child's language, motor skills, and imagination through rhymes, music, and books in this 30-minute session, followed by access to the Pop-Up Library Van. Werribee
- A Very Mordy Christmas (Friday 28 November) Enjoy free carnival and pony rides, meet Santa and his elves, face painting, Christmas crafts, market stalls, and the annual tree lighting at 8:30pm with festive carols. Mordialloc
- Melbourne's Christmas Wonderland (Various dates + times until Wednesday 24 December) Experience a three-hour immersive walk-through Christmas experience at Caulfield Racecourse that beautifully brings every magical moment of the season to life. Caulfield East
#4 What's On - EAST
- Santa's Retreat Pop-Up (Various dates + times until Saturday 31 January, 2026) Immerse yourself in this exclusive Christmas-themed room filled with charming decorations and a picture-perfect backdrop for capturing special family memories. Scoresby
- Festive Gifts 2025 Exhibition & Sale (Daily from Thursday 27 November to Saturday 6 December) Shop handmade festive goods by local makers, crafters, and artists at this 10-day indoor Christmas market-style bazaar at The Track Gallery. Mount Waverley
- Junior Lab: Art and Science for Kids (Thursdays until 4 December) Explore science and art through fun, hands-on activities in this self-led open play space that encourages creative problem-solving for children aged 1 to 5 years. Kilsyth
#5 What's On - WEST
- Birthday Special Event: Tuesday Art Playgroup (Tuesday 25 November) Celebrate The Fun In Art's birthday with drawing, painting, water play, party bags, and music in this creative, mess-free environment for toddlers and preschoolers aged 1-5. Newport
- Imagination Magic: Move It 4 Kids (Wednesday 26 November) Sing, dance, and laugh with Amanda from Hullaballoo Music in this lively interactive music show featuring fun props like puppets and percussion instruments. Melton
- Sunshine Christmas deLights (Friday 28 November) Meet Mr and Mrs Claus, roller skating elves, and the Grinch at this free community celebration featuring face painting, candy canes, Christmas music, and festive fun. Sunshine
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Fast 5 Ideas
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Planning a family day out in the city this Christmas? These fun and festive activities will delight everyone from babies to big kids—all happening in Melbourne.
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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Save big with this BFCM Dreamworld offer—just $99 for a 2-day pass covering Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, and SkyPoint over seven consecutive days.
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Built from nearly half a million LEGO bricks, this year's Myer Christmas Windows follow a child's letter to Santa on its magical journey. Plus, nightly light shows and the LEGO Playland in the Basement!
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TOT'S HOT PICK
Love Taylor Swift? This candlelit tribute concert transforms an awe-inspiring location into an intimate, magical celebration of her greatest hits.
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We've packed everything you need for a magical Melbourne Christmas into one free guide: events, festive markets, Santa photos, carols and more. Consider it our gift to you!
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