Christmas in Melbourne
Have the jolliest holiday with our guide to festive events, activities and pop-ups in Melbourne
Christmas in Melbourne may not be a winter wonderland, but what we lack in snow we make up with barbecues, seafood, long lunches and festive lights in the city. Find out where you can buy a real Christmas tree, marvel at Christmas lights around town and find one-of-a-kind Christmas presents.
Festive things to do in Melbourne
Shop handmade at Christmas markets
Christmas is the time for family, friends, feasting and forgetting to buy presents until the last minute. Thankfully Melbourne has a number of December Christmas markets giving you ample opportunity to grab gifts that will make your loved ones smile on Christmas morning. Plus we've got lots more Christmas gift ideas if you're really stuck. Shopping done? Celebrate with a bevvie at one of our best rooftop bars.
Things to do on Christmas Day
What's on after Christmas?
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