Excited for the holidays in Reservoir? Our guide will show you all the best festive fun! For Reservoir devotees and casual tourists, our guide is your passport to festive fun.
Popular events include the Woolworths Carols in the Domain, which features a star-studded line-up of performers and a magical atmosphere. You'll also find the Sydney Santa Spectacular, known for its immersive decorations and family-friendly entertainment. And the Night Before Christmas in Concert is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a delightful mix of music and storytelling to get you in the holiday spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Reservoir
- Woolworths Carols in the Domain (Sydney)
- Sydney Santa Spectacular (Blacktown)
- Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular (Hunter Valley)
- The Christmas Portal (Alexandria)
- The Night Before Christmas in Concert (Sydney)
- The Australian Ballet's The Nutcracker (Sydney)
- The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker (Dawes Point)
- The Rocks Christmas Market (The Rocks)
- Martin Place Christmas Tree (Sydney)
- Home Alone in Concert (Sydney)
See these and even more events listed below!
Reservoir Holiday Light Displays
Martin Place Christmas Tree
What to Expect:
Tallest Christmas tree in NSW with a unique floral arrangement.
Description:
The Martin Place Christmas tree is a towering spectacle adorned with over 110,000 LED lights, a 3.4-metre 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 sounds.
Where: Sydney | More Info: Martin Place Christmas Tree
Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular
What to Expect:
Australia's largest light display with immersive themed light displays.
Description:
Stroll through over 4 million twinkling lights at Hunter Valley Gardens, featuring themed displays and rides for all ages.
Where: Hunter Valley | More Info: Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular
Reservoir Holiday Markets and Shopping
The Rocks Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Unique gifts and global cuisine in a historic Sydney setting.
Description:
The Rocks Christmas Market offers a variety of authentic handmade gifts, unique treats, and global cuisine. Stroll through the Christmas Wonerlanes and enjoy personalized touches, handcrafted memories, and delicious food. Local makers showcase their unique finds, and OzHarvest supports the community with a self-serve gift-wrapping station and DIY Christmas hampers.
Where: The Rocks | More Info: The Rocks Christmas Market
Paddington Christmas Night Markets
What to Expect:
Twilight shopping with local designers and festive treats.
Description:
Paddington Christmas Night Markets offer a unique shopping experience with local designers and artists selling hand-picked pieces, including Christmas pudding and other festive treats. The event takes place around the historic Uniting Church on Oxford Street, featuring live music and a variety of local goods.
Where: Paddington | More Info: Paddington Christmas Night Markets
Reservoir Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Night Before Christmas in Concert
What to Expect:
Live-to-film concert with a full symphonic score.
Description:
Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas comes to life with a full live orchestra at ICC Sydney, featuring GRAMMY-winning composer Danny Elfman's musical score performed by the Sydney Lyric Orchestra.
Where: Sydney | More Info: The Night Before Christmas in Concert
Home Alone in Concert
What to Expect:
Live orchestral performance of John Williams' score to "Home Alone."
Description:
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams' iconic score from the beloved comedy classic "Home Alone" live to film at the Sydney Opera House, featuring Macaulay Culkin as the resourceful Kevin McCallister.
Where: Sydney | More Info: Home Alone in Concert
Sydney Santa Spectacular
What to Expect:
Interactive Christmas event with unlimited rides and activities.
Description:
Sydney Santa Spectacular is a family-friendly event featuring amusement rides, an Enchanted Christmas walk-through with falling snow, live stage shows, and interactive activities for all ages.
Where: Blacktown | More Info: Sydney Santa Spectacular
The Christmas Portal
What to Expect:
Immersive storytelling adventure with interactive activities.
Description:
Join The Christmas Portal in Alexandria, Sydney, for a storytelling adventure where elves and fairies guide families through a winter wonderland filled with unique characters, cinematic scenes, and indoor snow play. Activities include toy-building, snowball fights, learning the Elf Dance, and visiting Santa on stage. Help save Christmas by assisting Chief Toy Maker Ernest Eggnog in Santa's Toy Factory.
Where: Alexandria | More Info: The Christmas Portal
The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
Live classical music and ballet performance.
Description:
The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker, a captivating adaptation of the beloved ballet featuring Tchaikovsky's live music and dance, perfect for families with children aged 2-8.
Where: Dawes Point | More Info: The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker
Woolworths Carols in the Domain
What to Expect:
Iconic Christmas concert with fireworks and snow in Sydney's Domain.
Description:
Woolworths Carols in the Domain is Australia's most joyous Christmas event, held annually in Sydney's historic Domain. The event features all your favorite carols, fireworks, and snow, with a lineup of Australia's biggest stars. Enjoy festive pre-show entertainment, activities, and delicious food and drinks.
Where: Sydney | More Info: Woolworths Carols in the Domain
Carols by the Sea at Bondi Beach
What to Expect:
Community-driven Christmas concert with local talent.
Description:
Carols by the Sea at Bondi Beach features local young performers, Christmas songs, and craft activities, including a visit from Santa.
Where: Bondi Beach | More Info: Carols by the Sea at Bondi Beach
The Australian Ballet's The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Australian Ballet's The Nutcracker is a timeless ballet performance featuring Tchaikovsky's iconic score, elaborate sets, and costumes. It tells the story of Clara, a young ballet student, as she navigates a dream realm filled with adventure and magic.
Where: Sydney | More Info: The Australian Ballet's The Nutcracker
Reservoir Other Holiday Activities
Breakfast with Santa at the Aquarium
What to Expect:
Interactive breakfast event with mermaids and Santa.
Description:
Join us for a delightful Breakfast with Santa at the Aquarium, where mermaids and Santa Claus come together for a fun-filled morning with delicious food, interactive activities, and memorable moments.
Where: Reservoir | More Info: Breakfast with Santa at the Aquarium
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Preston (2 miles)
- Thomastown (2 miles)
- Coburg (3 miles)
- Northcote (3 miles)
- Bundoora (4 miles)
- Lalor (4 miles)
- Glenroy (4 miles)
- Brunswick (4 miles)
- Mill Park (5 miles)
- Essendon (5 miles)
- Greensborough (6 miles)
- Kew (6 miles)
- Richmond (7 miles)
- Melbourne (7 miles)
- Melbourne City Centre (7 miles)
- South Morang (7 miles)
- Balwyn North (7 miles)
- Hawthorn (7 miles)
- Roxburgh Park (7 miles)
- Southbank (8 miles)
- Hawthorn South (8 miles)
- Doncaster (8 miles)
- South Yarra (8 miles)
- Glenferrie (9 miles)
- Craigieburn (9 miles)
- Greenvale (9 miles)
- Wollert (9 miles)
- Camberwell (9 miles)
- Doncaster East (9 miles)
- Mernda (10 miles)
- Glen Iris (11 miles)
- Saint Albans (11 miles)
- St Albans (11 miles)
- Malvern East (11 miles)
- Doreen (12 miles)
- Brighton (13 miles)
- Mount Waverley (13 miles)
- Bentleigh East (14 miles)
- Glen Waverley (14 miles)
- Caroline Springs (15 miles)
- Truganina (15 miles)
- Wheelers Hill (16 miles)
- Wantirna South (17 miles)
- Croydon (17 miles)
- Cheltenham (18 miles)
- Sunbury (18 miles)
- Mooroolbark (18 miles)
- Springvale (18 miles)
- Boronia (19 miles)
- Point Cook (19 miles)
- Noble Park (20 miles)
- Rowville (20 miles)
- Ferntree Gully (20 miles)
- Hoppers Crossing (20 miles)
- Tarneit (20 miles)
- Dandenong North (21 miles)
- Keysborough (21 miles)
- Dandenong (21 miles)
- Werribee (22 miles)
- Endeavour Hills (23 miles)
- Wyndham Vale (24 miles)
- Hampton Park (26 miles)
- Narre Warren (27 miles)
- Narre Warren South (28 miles)
- Carrum Downs (28 miles)
- Berwick (29 miles)
- Frankston East (30 miles)
- Cranbourne North (30 miles)
- Frankston (30 miles)
- Cranbourne (31 miles)
- Cranbourne East (32 miles)
- Langwarrin (32 miles)
- Mornington (35 miles)
- Pakenham (36 miles)