Celebrate the festive spirit of Bentleigh East with our detailed guide. Whether you're a Bentleigh East veteran or a wide-eyed newcomer, our guide ensures a magical holiday experience.
Popular events abound during the holiday season, such as the enchanting Bridge of Lights at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, where dazzling displays create a captivating atmosphere. The Christmas at Flying W Ranch features live festive music and the chance to meet Santa, making it a delightful outing for families. And the Santa Express Train is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a charming ride through picturesque landscapes immersed in holiday cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Bentleigh East
- ## Bridge of Lights at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (Cañon City)
- ## Santa Express Train (Cañon City)
- ## Christmas at Flying W Ranch (Colorado Springs)
- ## Earth Aware 'Stay and Play' Event - Celebrating Children's Week 2024
- ## Introduction to printmaking - Linocut Christmas Cards (Highett)
- ## Water Smart Gardening (Murrumbeena)
- ## Mandala Workshop Craft Night (Hughesdale)
- ## Saturday Social Print Club - Term 4 (Highett)
- ## Express Yourself: Acrylic & Mixed Media Art Class (Term 4) (Highett)
- ## Bayley Arts Fashion Show (Highett)
See these and even more events listed below!
Bentleigh East Holiday Shows and Entertainment
## Christmas at Flying W Ranch
What to Expect:
Elegant evening with fine dining, jazz, and a Gingerbread Masterpiece challenge.
Description:
Join us for an elegant evening at the Flying W Ranch, featuring fine foods, signature cocktails, musical performances, and the ultimate Gingerbread Masterpiece challenge. This event benefits Early Connections Learning Centers, supporting high-quality early education programs for children in Colorado Springs.
Where: Colorado Springs | More Info: ## Christmas at Flying W Ranch
Bentleigh East Other Holiday Activities
## Bridge of Lights at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
What to Expect:
Holiday train ride with Santa Claus and festive decorations.
Description:
The Santa Express Train is a festive holiday journey through Colorado's Royal Gorge, featuring a beautifully decorated locomotive, meeting Santa Claus, hot cocoa, and special gifts for children. The train offers various classes of service, including Vista Dome, Deluxe, and Coach, with dining and drinks available for purchase. Guests can enjoy holiday music, decorations, and a holiday display featuring over 50,000 lights.
Where: Cañon City | More Info: ## Bridge of Lights at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
## Santa Express Train
What to Expect:
Unique holiday train experience with Santa Claus and festive decorations.
Description:
The Santa Express Train is a holiday journey through Colorado's Royal Gorge, featuring a beautifully decorated locomotive, meeting Santa Claus, hot cocoa, and a special gift for each child.
Where: Cañon City | More Info: ## Santa Express Train
## Introduction to printmaking - Linocut Christmas Cards
What to Expect:
Hands-on linocut printing workshop for creating personalized Christmas cards.
Description:
Learn the fundamental skills of linocut printing with printmaker Cecilia Jacobs and create your own set of 10 handprinted Christmas cards. This workshop is suitable for beginners and intermediate artists, offering one-on-one tuition in a small group setting.
Where: Highett | More Info: ## Introduction to printmaking - Linocut Christmas Cards
## Earth Aware 'Stay and Play' Event - Celebrating Children's Week 2024
What to Expect:
Interactive play-based activities focusing on nature and environmental awareness.
Description:
Join Moorabbin Area Toy Library and East Bentleigh Village Garden for an Earth Aware 'Stay and Play' event celebrating Children's Week. Enjoy garden exploration, nature play, a plant growing incursion, face painting, and nature rubbing craft activities that promote environmental awareness and fun.
Where: Bentleigh East | More Info: ## Earth Aware 'Stay and Play' Event - Celebrating Children's Week 2024
## Glen Eira Repair Café November 2024
What to Expect:
Community-driven repair event with various skills and knowledge sharing.
Description:
The Glen Eira Repair Café November 2024 is an event where community members can bring in worn-out or broken belongings to see if they can be repaired instead of thrown away. Local repair enthusiasts will help fix a range of items, including toys, appliances, bikes, furniture, and more. The event aims to reduce waste and promote community connection by sharing skills and knowledge.
Where: Carnegie | More Info: ## Glen Eira Repair Café November 2024
## Tour of Booran Reserve
What to Expect:
Exclusive tour highlighting sustainable park design and innovative playgrounds.
Description:
Join Encouraging Women in Horticulture for an exclusive tour of Booran Reserve, a multi-award-winning park featuring innovative playgrounds, water features, and sustainable design. Learn about the park's history and maintenance from John Patrick Landscape Architects.
Where: Caulfield South | More Info: ## Tour of Booran Reserve
## ‘Paint a Sneaker’ Meet Tamar Dolev
What to Expect:
Interactive sneaker art installation by local artists.
Description:
Meet Tamar Dolev at Bayley Arts for a unique 'Paint a Sneaker' installation, part of the Urban Jungle exhibition featuring paintings, drawings, and sculpture inspired by the urban environment.
Where: Highett | More Info: ## ‘Paint a Sneaker’ Meet Tamar Dolev
## Urban Jungle: Tamar Dolev, Louise Taffs, Emi Tiernan
What to Expect:
Unique urban art exhibition with diverse perspectives.
Description:
Urban Jungle is a whimsical exhibition featuring paintings, drawings, and sculptures by artists Tamar Dolev, Louise Taffs, and Emi Tiernan. The event showcases unique perspectives on urban environments, using everyday life as inspiration for abstract compositions with bold colours, patterns, and shapes.
Where: Highett | More Info: ## Urban Jungle: Tamar Dolev, Louise Taffs, Emi Tiernan
## Bayley Arts Fashion Show
What to Expect:
Inclusive art programs for artists of all abilities.
Description:
Bayley Arts Fashion Show offers opportunities for artists of all abilities to create, learn, and connect through art, featuring diverse exhibitions and accessible gallery space.
Where: Highett | More Info: ## Bayley Arts Fashion Show
## Express Yourself: Acrylic & Mixed Media Art Class (Term 4)
What to Expect:
Unleash creativity with acrylic paint, oil pastels, and collage techniques.
Description:
Dive into the vibrant world of acrylics and mixed media with this dynamic and inspiring art class. Explore new techniques, create unique artworks, and enjoy a welcoming environment guided by Pro Naomi Heath.
Where: Highett | More Info: ## Express Yourself: Acrylic & Mixed Media Art Class (Term 4)
## Saturday Social Print Club - Term 4
What to Expect:
Hands-on printmaking experience with access to a printing press and tools.
Description:
Join Bayley Arts for the Saturday Social Print Club, a monthly session where you can access a large studio space, printing press, rollers, and tools. Bring your own inks, plates, and paper to create your own prints. A supervisor is present to offer general advice and assist with setting up the press. This event is suitable for those 16 years and over, and it is recommended that participants have some experience in printmaking.
Where: Highett | More Info: ## Saturday Social Print Club - Term 4
## Mandala Workshop Craft Night
What to Expect:
Learn to paint a mandala with all equipment provided.
Description:
Join the Mandala Workshop Craft Night at Fusion Youth Community Centre in Hughesdale, where you can learn to create a painted mandala on a round canvas. All equipment is provided, along with coffee and dessert. This is a great opportunity to relax with friends and learn a new skill, creating a beautiful piece to be gifted or hung on your wall.
Where: Hughesdale | More Info: ## Mandala Workshop Craft Night
## Water Smart Gardening
What to Expect:
Master water-efficient garden design.
Description:
Learn sustainable gardening techniques to design gardens that conserve water, manage sun and wind, and incorporate greywater and rainwater systems.
Where: Murrumbeena | More Info: ## Water Smart Gardening
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Malvern East (3 miles)
- Cheltenham (3 miles)
- Glen Iris (4 miles)
- Mount Waverley (5 miles)
- Camberwell (5 miles)
- Springvale (6 miles)
- Glenferrie (6 miles)
- Hawthorn South (6 miles)
- South Yarra (7 miles)
- Glen Waverley (7 miles)
- Hawthorn (7 miles)
- Noble Park (7 miles)
- Wheelers Hill (7 miles)
- Richmond (8 miles)
- Kew (8 miles)
- Southbank (8 miles)
- Keysborough (8 miles)
- Melbourne City Centre (9 miles)
- Melbourne (9 miles)
- Dandenong North (9 miles)
- Balwyn North (9 miles)
- Dandenong (9 miles)
- Wantirna South (9 miles)
- Doncaster (10 miles)
- Rowville (10 miles)
- Doncaster East (10 miles)
- Northcote (11 miles)
- Brunswick (12 miles)
- Preston (12 miles)
- Endeavour Hills (12 miles)
- Coburg (13 miles)
- Boronia (13 miles)
- Hampton Park (13 miles)
- Ferntree Gully (13 miles)
- Essendon (14 miles)
- Carrum Downs (14 miles)
- Reservoir (14 miles)
- Croydon (15 miles)
- Greensborough (15 miles)
- Bundoora (15 miles)
- Frankston East (15 miles)
- Narre Warren (16 miles)
- Narre Warren South (16 miles)
- Frankston (16 miles)
- Thomastown (16 miles)
- Point Cook (16 miles)
- Glenroy (16 miles)
- Mooroolbark (17 miles)
- Cranbourne North (17 miles)
- Mill Park (17 miles)
- Lalor (18 miles)
- Truganina (18 miles)
- Berwick (18 miles)
- Langwarrin (18 miles)
- St Albans (18 miles)
- Cranbourne (18 miles)
- South Morang (19 miles)
- Saint Albans (19 miles)
- Cranbourne East (19 miles)
- Hoppers Crossing (19 miles)
- Mornington (21 miles)
- Werribee (21 miles)
- Caroline Springs (21 miles)
- Roxburgh Park (21 miles)
- Mernda (22 miles)
- Tarneit (22 miles)
- Greenvale (22 miles)
- Doreen (23 miles)
- Craigieburn (23 miles)
- Wollert (23 miles)
- Wyndham Vale (23 miles)
- Pakenham (25 miles)
- Sunbury (30 miles)
- Geelong (41 miles)