Your ultimate guide to the holidays in Brighton is here! Explore all the best festive events and activities. From Brighton enthusiasts to casual tourists, our guide reveals the magic of the city's festive season.
The stunning Martin Place Christmas Tree lights up the city, creating a vibrant atmosphere for shoppers and strollers alike. With dazzling decorations and a sense of community warmth, this is a highlight for many. The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink invites visitors to glide on ice surrounded by the historic backdrop of the Pavilion, adding a unique charm to your festive outing. And the enchanting Christmas at the Cathedral is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring breathtaking light displays and seasonal music. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Brighton
- Christmas at the Cathedral (Sydney)
- Martin Place Christmas Tree (Sydney)
- Royal Pavilion Ice Rink
- Burning the Clocks
- Christmas Market
- Christmas Carols at Halliday Park (Five Dock)
- Glow Wild (Wakehurst)
- Christmas @ Cahill Park (Wolli Creek)
- Artists Open Houses
- YO Brighton Sushi School
See these and even more events listed below!
Brighton Holiday Light Displays
Martin Place Christmas Tree
What to Expect:
Tallest Christmas tree in NSW with 15,000 flower decorations.
Description:
The Martin Place Christmas tree is a towering spectacle adorned with over 110,000 LED lights, a 3.4-meter colour-changing star, and 330 glossy baubles. Its 800 branches are dressed with 15,000 flowers representing nine different Australian flowers. Every night, a different choir sings carols by the tree, creating a kaleidoscope of colours and decorative lights.
Where: Sydney | More Info: Martin Place Christmas Tree
Brighton Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Live music and entertainment with a variety of activities.
Description:
Join Minda Inc. for a vibrant Christmas celebration featuring live music, Christmas carols, market stalls, food trucks, rides, amusements, face painting, and a petting zoo. Meet Santa and enjoy a fun-filled day with the community.
Where: Brighton | More Info: Christmas Market
Brighton Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas at the Cathedral
What to Expect:
St. Louis Christmas tradition with Puccini’s Messa de Gloria and special guest composer Julian Wachner.
Description:
Christmas at the Cathedral features Puccini’s Messa de Gloria and special guest composer Julian Wachner conducting Christmas carols. The event includes performances by Vox Una Youth Chorale, directed by Addie Akin, in a St. Louis Christmas tradition.
Where: Sydney | More Info: Christmas at the Cathedral
Christmas Carols at Halliday Park
What to Expect:
Live performances by renowned artists and a visit from Santa.
Description:
Join us at Halliday Park for a vibrant evening of live performances, face painting, and delicious food stalls. Enjoy the talents of Robbie Hunt, Kamahl, Gaetano Bonfante, and Mike Williams, accompanied by the NSW Corrective Services Band. Santa will make a spectacular appearance, and there will be opportunities for photos with him. The event is well-catered with a variety of cuisines, including Gozleme, Greek pita wraps, Paninis, Nachos, sausage sizzle, and more.
Where: Five Dock | More Info: Christmas Carols at Halliday Park
Christmas @ Cahill Park
What to Expect:
Family-friendly Christmas celebration with live music and Santa visit.
Description:
Join us at Cahill Park for a family-friendly Christmas event featuring live music, food stalls, face painting, and a visit from Santa. The event includes performances by local bands and choirs, making it a delightful evening for all.
Where: Wolli Creek | More Info: Christmas @ Cahill Park
Brighton Other Holiday Activities
Royal Pavilion Ice Rink
What to Expect:
Eco-friendly ice skating rink powered by green energy.
Description:
The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink in Brighton offers a unique and eco-friendly ice skating experience. Twinkly lights, a romantic backdrop, and child-friendly activities make it a delightful winter activity. The rink is powered entirely by green energy, providing a sustainable and enjoyable experience for all.
Where: Brighton | More Info: Royal Pavilion Ice Rink
Artists Open Houses
What to Expect:
Community-driven art exhibition featuring local artists in their homes.
Description:
Artists Open Houses is an event where local artists and makers showcase their work in various homes and venues across Brighton and Hove. It offers a diverse range of artworks, including paintings, prints, photography, sculpture, and more. The event provides an opportunity to meet the artists, view their work in a personal setting, and engage with the local art community.
Where: Brighton | More Info: Artists Open Houses
Burning the Clocks
What to Expect:
Community-driven lantern parade culminating in a beach bonfire.
Description:
Burning the Clocks is a unique community event held annually in Brighton, created by Same Sky. Local people make their own paper and willow lanterns, which are paraded through the city before being passed into a blazing bonfire on Brighton beach as a token of the year's end. The event brings the city together to celebrate the shortest day of the year and provides an antidote to the excesses of Christmas. Each year features a different theme.
Where: Brighton | More Info: Burning the Clocks
Glow Wild
What to Expect:
Illuminated gardens with unique lighting installations.
Description:
Glow Wild is a captivating event featuring illuminated gardens and unique lighting installations, creating a serene and visually stunning atmosphere.
Where: Wakehurst | More Info: Glow Wild
YO Brighton Sushi School
What to Expect:
Interactive sushi-making classes with expert instruction.
Description:
Learn the art of sushi making with YO Brighton Sushi School, where you'll discover the history of sushi, knife cutting skills, and create your own delicious sushi.
Where: Brighton | More Info: YO Brighton Sushi School
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Malvern East (3 miles)
- Glen Iris (4 miles)
- South Yarra (5 miles)
- Cheltenham (5 miles)
- Hawthorn South (5 miles)
- Glenferrie (6 miles)
- Camberwell (6 miles)
- Richmond (6 miles)
- Southbank (6 miles)
- Hawthorn (6 miles)
- Melbourne City Centre (7 miles)
- Melbourne (7 miles)
- Kew (7 miles)
- Mount Waverley (7 miles)
- Springvale (9 miles)
- Glen Waverley (9 miles)
- Balwyn North (9 miles)
- Northcote (10 miles)
- Brunswick (10 miles)
- Wheelers Hill (10 miles)
- Noble Park (10 miles)
- Doncaster (10 miles)
- Preston (11 miles)
- Coburg (11 miles)
- Keysborough (11 miles)
- Doncaster East (11 miles)
- Wantirna South (12 miles)
- Essendon (12 miles)
- Dandenong North (12 miles)
- Dandenong (12 miles)
- Rowville (13 miles)
- Reservoir (13 miles)
- Point Cook (14 miles)
- Bundoora (15 miles)
- Glenroy (15 miles)
- Endeavour Hills (15 miles)
- Greensborough (15 miles)
- Truganina (15 miles)
- Thomastown (15 miles)
- Boronia (16 miles)
- St Albans (16 miles)
- Ferntree Gully (16 miles)
- Hampton Park (16 miles)
- Saint Albans (16 miles)
- Carrum Downs (16 miles)
- Lalor (17 miles)
- Hoppers Crossing (17 miles)
- Mill Park (17 miles)
- Croydon (17 miles)
- Frankston East (17 miles)
- Frankston (18 miles)
- Werribee (18 miles)
- Narre Warren South (18 miles)
- Narre Warren (18 miles)
- South Morang (18 miles)
- Caroline Springs (18 miles)
- Mooroolbark (19 miles)
- Tarneit (19 miles)
- Roxburgh Park (20 miles)
- Cranbourne North (20 miles)
- Langwarrin (20 miles)
- Greenvale (20 miles)
- Wyndham Vale (21 miles)
- Berwick (21 miles)
- Cranbourne (21 miles)
- Craigieburn (21 miles)
- Cranbourne East (22 miles)
- Mernda (22 miles)
- Mornington (22 miles)
- Wollert (22 miles)
- Doreen (23 miles)
- Sunbury (27 miles)
- Pakenham (28 miles)
- Geelong (39 miles)