Make the most of your holiday season in Keysborough with our guide. From lifelong residents to holiday visitors, our guide is your ticket to Keysborough's festive magic.
This season, immerse yourself in the Frankston Christmas Festival, where the vibrant atmosphere features artisanal markets, live performances, and dazzling light displays. You'll also find the Greater Dandenong Carols, known for its fantastic community spirit and a procession of local choirs. And don’t forget the Monash Carols by Candlelight, an enchanting evening experience under the stars. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Keysborough
- Frankston Christmas Festival (Frankston)
- Greater Dandenong Carols (Dandenong)
- Monash Carols by Candlelight (Wheelers Hill)
- Twilight Christmas Market and Lighting of the Tree (Narre Warren)
- Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park (Brighton)
- Carols in the Garden, Ripponlea Estate (Ripponlea)
- Santa special train rides (Mornington)
- New Peninsula Carols (Mt Martha)
- Carols at Como Park (South Yarra)
- Carols by Kingston (Chelsea)
See these and even more events listed below!
Keysborough Holiday Markets and Shopping
Twilight Christmas Market and Lighting of the Tree
What to Expect:
Unique handmade gifts and festive activities for all ages.
Description:
Join us at the Twilight Christmas Makers Market and Lighting of the Tree at Bunjil Place, featuring over 70 stalls with handmade gifts, live music, craft workshops, and delicious food options. Witness the grand lighting of the uniquely designed Christmas tree at 8 pm.
Where: Narre Warren | More Info: Twilight Christmas Market and Lighting of the Tree
A Very Mordy Christmas on Street Fair
What to Expect:
Free carnival rides and pony rides with festive activities.
Description:
A Very Mordy Christmas on Street Fair features free carnival rides, pony rides, visits from Santa and elves, face painting, and a Christmas crafting station. Businesses are open for late-night shopping with various market stalls and activities, including an annual tree lighting and carols by a Mentone-based community singing group.
Where: Mordialloc | More Info: A Very Mordy Christmas on Street Fair
Lynbrook Village Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Unique local products and live entertainment.
Description:
The Lynbrook Village Christmas Market offers a variety of market stalls featuring hand-made, locally sourced products, live music, entertainers, and a Santa visit. It is a family-friendly event with over 30 stalls selling Christmas gifts, decorations, outdoor items, and homewares.
Where: Lynbrook | More Info: Lynbrook Village Christmas Market
Bunjil Place Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Unique handmade gifts and festive activities.
Description:
The Twilight Christmas Makers Market at Bunjil Place features over 70 stalls offering handmade items, live music, craft workshops, and festive food. It is a vibrant showcase of creativity and unique craftsmanship, perfect for finding unique gifts and enjoying a joyful family experience.
Where: Narre Warren | More Info: Bunjil Place Christmas Market
Australian Animal Protection Society Christmas Fete
What to Expect:
Live music and market stalls supporting animal welfare.
Description:
The Australian Animal Protection Society Christmas Fete is a festive fundraising event featuring live music, market stalls, and delicious food trucks. It offers activities for kids and supports the society's mission to protect animals.
Where: Keysborough | More Info: Australian Animal Protection Society Christmas Fete
The Trust Makers Market
What to Expect:
Live music performances by local artists on a vintage truck.
Description:
The Trust Makers Market at Rippon Lea Estate features a selection of local makers, crafters, and growers showcasing handmade art, jewelry, fashion, and tasty treats on the sprawling lawns.
Where: Ripponlea | More Info: The Trust Makers Market
Keysborough Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Frankston Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Tree lighting ceremony and fireworks display.
Description:
Frankston's Christmas Festival of Lights is a family-friendly event featuring Christmas performances, market stalls, kids' craft activities, and a visit from Santa Claus. The festival promises a day full of entertainment and holiday cheer, culminating in a tree lighting ceremony and fireworks display.
Where: Frankston | More Info: Frankston Christmas Festival
Greater Dandenong Carols
What to Expect:
Free carol-singing and family-friendly activities.
Description:
Join the Greater Dandenong community for a free evening of carol-singing, face painting, and children's activities at Harmony Square.
Where: Dandenong | More Info: Greater Dandenong Carols
Monash Carols by Candlelight
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday concert with local and guest performers.
Description:
Monash Carols by Candlelight is a free ticketed event held at Jells Park, featuring a star-studded lineup of local and guest soloists, celebrating the holiday season with festive music and community spirit.
Where: Wheelers Hill | More Info: Monash Carols by Candlelight
Carols in the Garden, Ripponlea Estate
What to Expect:
Holiday carols in a historic garden setting.
Description:
Join us for Carols in the Garden at Ripponlea Estate, where you can enjoy a serene and picturesque setting amidst the beautiful gardens and historic mansion.
Where: Ripponlea | More Info: Carols in the Garden, Ripponlea Estate
Family Christmas at Central Park
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas carols in an outdoor setting.
Description:
Celebrate Christmas with your family at Central Park, featuring a 2-hour carols program with local performers and festive atmosphere.
Where: Malvern East | More Info: Family Christmas at Central Park
Carols by Kingston
What to Expect:
Live performances and fireworks display.
Description:
Carols by Kingston is a family-friendly event featuring live performances, kids activities, food stalls, and a community BBQ. It includes a magical fireworks finale and a visit from Santa, with the Kids Christmas Activity Area starting at 5 PM.
Where: Chelsea | More Info: Carols by Kingston
Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park
What to Expect:
Star-studded lineup with fireworks display.
Description:
Join Bayside City Council at Dendy Park for a spectacular Christmas carol event featuring headline acts Rhonda Burchmore and Richard Thomas, along with a stellar support ensemble. Pre-event activities start at 5:30 PM, and fireworks will illuminate the night sky at 9:30 PM, weather permitting.
Where: Brighton | More Info: Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park
Carols at Como Park
What to Expect:
Live carols concert with local performers and food.
Description:
Carols at Como Park features Australia's finest vocalists performing in an idyllic outdoor setting, accompanied by local food and drink.
Where: South Yarra | More Info: Carols at Como Park
New Peninsula Carols
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas carols performed in a scenic outdoor setting.
Description:
Join us at Carols by the Bay for a joyful evening of Christmas carols and community spirit on the Parade Lawn outside Mount Martha Community House.
Where: Mt Martha | More Info: New Peninsula Carols
Keysborough Other Holiday Activities
Santa special train rides
What to Expect:
Santa visits on heritage trains with festive decorations.
Description:
Join Santa aboard heritage trains at the Mornington Tourist Railway, with decorated stations and activities for families.
Where: Mornington | More Info: Santa special train rides
Photos with Santa @ Malvern Central
What to Expect:
Interactive photo opportunity with Santa Claus.
Description:
Capture the joy of the season with Photos with Santa at Malvern Central, where children can pose with Santa Claus in a festive setting.
Where: Armadale | More Info: Photos with Santa @ Malvern Central
Santa photos at Westfield Southland
What to Expect:
Personalized holiday memories with Santa.
Description:
Capture the joy of the season with Santa photos at Westfield Southland, a cherished holiday tradition.
Where: Cheltenham | More Info: Santa photos at Westfield Southland
Scrappy Trees - Craft at Springvale Community Hub
What to Expect:
Community-driven repair service with skilled volunteers.
Description:
Join the healthAbility Repair Café at Strathdon House Orchard Precinct, where skilled volunteers will repair your broken items, teach you new skills, and provide a social environment. Enjoy a cuppa while learning how to fix household items like clothes, furniture, and bicycles.
Where: Springvale | More Info: Scrappy Trees - Craft at Springvale Community Hub
Christmas Tree Farm
What to Expect:
Original Christmas tree farm with a long-standing reputation for superb quality trees.
Description:
Moorooduc Christmas Tree Farm is a family-owned and operated business offering superb quality trees on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Established over 35 years ago, it has an unrivalled reputation for its exceptional trees.
Where: Moorooduc | More Info: Christmas Tree Farm
Family Fun Day in Elsternwick Village
What to Expect:
Interactive activities with Santa and live entertainment.
Description:
Join us for a family-friendly day in Elsternwick Village, where you can meet Santa and his friends, enjoy live music, fire truck rides, balloon creations, face painting, and circus performances.
Where: Elsternwick | More Info: Family Fun Day in Elsternwick Village
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Dandenong (2 miles)
- Noble Park (2 miles)
- Dandenong North (3 miles)
- Springvale (3 miles)
- Endeavour Hills (5 miles)
- Hampton Park (5 miles)
- Rowville (5 miles)
- Wheelers Hill (6 miles)
- Cheltenham (7 miles)
- Narre Warren South (7 miles)
- Narre Warren (7 miles)
- Carrum Downs (7 miles)
- Wantirna South (8 miles)
- Glen Waverley (8 miles)
- Mount Waverley (8 miles)
- Bentleigh East (8 miles)
- Cranbourne North (9 miles)
- Ferntree Gully (10 miles)
- Berwick (10 miles)
- Frankston East (10 miles)
- Cranbourne (10 miles)
- Glen Iris (10 miles)
- Boronia (10 miles)
- Malvern East (11 miles)
- Cranbourne East (11 miles)
- Frankston (11 miles)
- Brighton (11 miles)
- Camberwell (12 miles)
- Langwarrin (12 miles)
- Glenferrie (13 miles)
- Hawthorn South (13 miles)
- Hawthorn (14 miles)
- Doncaster East (14 miles)
- Doncaster (14 miles)
- Croydon (14 miles)
- South Yarra (15 miles)
- Balwyn North (15 miles)
- Kew (15 miles)
- Richmond (15 miles)
- Southbank (16 miles)
- Mooroolbark (16 miles)
- Melbourne City Centre (17 miles)
- Melbourne (17 miles)
- Pakenham (17 miles)
- Mornington (17 miles)
- Northcote (18 miles)
- Preston (19 miles)
- Brunswick (19 miles)
- Coburg (20 miles)
- Greensborough (20 miles)
- Bundoora (21 miles)
- Reservoir (21 miles)
- Essendon (22 miles)
- Thomastown (23 miles)
- Mill Park (23 miles)
- Point Cook (24 miles)
- South Morang (24 miles)
- Lalor (24 miles)
- Glenroy (24 miles)
- Truganina (26 miles)
- St Albans (27 miles)
- Hoppers Crossing (27 miles)
- Doreen (27 miles)
- Saint Albans (27 miles)
- Mernda (27 miles)
- Werribee (28 miles)
- Roxburgh Park (29 miles)
- Wollert (29 miles)
- Caroline Springs (29 miles)
- Craigieburn (30 miles)
- Greenvale (30 miles)
- Tarneit (30 miles)
- Wyndham Vale (31 miles)
- Sunbury (38 miles)