Experience the magic of the season in Werribee with our holiday guide. From Werribee residents to seasonal tourists, our guide is your gateway to holiday magic.
Among the highlights this festive season is Carols by Candlelight, where the community gathers to sing beloved Christmas carols under a starlit sky, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its enchanting light displays and festive entertainment, the Fed Square Christmas Celebrations offer a lively hub for family-friendly activities and festive cheer. And the Christmas Under the Big Top is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a dazzling array of circus performances that bring the holiday spirit to life. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Werribee
- Carols by Candlelight (Melbourne)
- Fed Square Christmas Celebrations (Melbourne)
- Christmas Under the Big Top (Burnley)
- Christmas Carnival (Melbourne)
- Love Actually in Concert (Melbourne)
- Noël Noël Concert Series (Melbourne)
- The Nutcracker (Melbourne)
- Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas (Melbourne)
- Christmas Melodies concert (Melbourne)
- Christmas River Show (Melbourne)
See these and even more events listed below!
Werribee Holiday Light Displays
Fed Square Christmas Celebrations
What to Expect:
Enormous LED Christmas tree with nightly light and sound show.
Description:
Fed Square transforms into Christmas Square with a 17.5-metre LED Christmas tree, nightly sound and light shows, and Santa's Workshop.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Fed Square Christmas Celebrations
Christmas Carnival
What to Expect:
Spectacular city-wide decorations and festive events.
Description:
Melbourne's Christmas Festival transforms the city into a vibrant celebration with a giant 17.5 m digital Christmas tree at Federation Square, light projections across iconic landmarks, and the famous Myer windows featuring incredible decorations.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Christmas Carnival
Christmas River Show
What to Expect:
Dazzling city decorations and festive events.
Description:
Melbourne's Christmas celebrations feature dazzling city decorations, festive events, and family-friendly activities. Traditional favorites include the giant Christmas tree at Federation Square and the Myer Christmas Windows. Malls and markets offer inspiration for Christmas gifts, and Santa makes appearances for kids. The city's bars and restaurants provide a perfect backdrop for Christmas catch-ups.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Christmas River Show
Christmas Markets at Federation Square
What to Expect:
Enormous LED Christmas tree with nightly light show.
Description:
Christmas Square at Federation Square features a 17.5-meter LED Christmas tree, twinkling decorations, and a nightly sound and light show. The event includes Santa's Workshop and various free activities for all ages.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Christmas Markets at Federation Square
Werribee Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Carols by Candlelight
What to Expect:
Iconic Christmas concert supporting children with vision impairments.
Description:
Carols by Candlelight is an annual Christmas celebration at Melbourne's Sidney Myer Music Bowl, featuring a star-packed lineup of artists and raising funds for Vision Australia's children's services.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Carols by Candlelight
Christmas Under the Big Top
What to Expect:
Interactive walkthrough with Sesame Street characters and Circus Royale performances.
Description:
Christmas Under the Big Top is an interactive event at Burnley Oval, featuring Sesame Street characters, Circus Royale performances, carnival games, and festive activities like letter writing to Santa and decorating treats at Mrs Claus’ Bakery.
Where: Burnley | More Info: Christmas Under the Big Top
Noël Noël Concert Series
What to Expect:
Australian take on Christmas carols with the Brandenburg Choir and Orchestra.
Description:
The Noël Noël Concert Series features timeless carols like "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Stille Nacht," along with delightful musical surprises. It is a joyous, uplifting celebration of Christmas tradition with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and Choir.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Noël Noël Concert Series
Love Actually in Concert
What to Expect:
Live orchestra performance of the film's soundtrack.
Description:
Revisit the classic British rom-com 'Love Actually' with a live orchestra performing the soundtrack as the film is projected onto a huge screen. This event features an all-star cast and has become one of our all-time festive favorites.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Love Actually in Concert
Christmas Melodies concert
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas carol concert with big band and choir.
Description:
Celebrate Christmas with a traditional concert featuring all your favourite carols and songs, accompanied by a big band and choir, and special guests.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Christmas Melodies concert
Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas
What to Expect:
Family-friendly symphonic Christmas performance with traditional and modern holiday music.
Description:
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra presents Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas, a family-friendly performance featuring traditional carols, modern holiday favorites, and selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. The event includes a vocal quartet from Melba Opera Trust and is designed to be enjoyable for the whole family.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas
The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
The Nutcracker is a captivating ballet production featuring world-class dancers in spectacular sets and costumes. It includes breathtaking snowflakes and the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy, captivating audiences with its timeless story.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: The Nutcracker
Koorie Krismas
What to Expect:
Celebrating Christmas with Indigenous music, comedy, and dance.
Description:
Koorie Krismas is a free, family-friendly event celebrating Christmas with a Koorie twist. Enjoy live music, comedy, and dance performances, hosted by Kimmie Lovegrove. The event features market stalls selling local First Peoples art and crafts, as well as workshops like gum leaf painting. Koorie Klaus makes a special appearance, and the day concludes with a screening of Barrumbi Kids.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Koorie Krismas
Arts Centre Melbourne Christmas Events
What to Expect:
World-class performances with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
Arts Centre Melbourne presents a variety of Christmas events, including concerts by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, performances of The Nutcracker ballet, and festive sing-alongs featuring musical theatre stars.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Arts Centre Melbourne Christmas Events
St Paul's Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts
What to Expect:
Half-hour recitals with fine music and space for contemplation.
Description:
St Paul's Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts offer half-hour recitals on Wednesdays at 1 pm, featuring a variety of musical performances by local and international artists. These concerts provide a serene space for contemplation amidst the busy week, with admission by donation.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: St Paul's Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts
Werribee Other Holiday Activities
Melbourne Myer Christmas Windows
What to Expect:
Interactive scenes celebrating family and holiday cheer.
Description:
The Myer Christmas Windows in Melbourne feature a beloved Australian family tradition with a 2023 theme centered around Bluey, showcasing festive scenes and intricate details.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Melbourne Myer Christmas Windows
Free Guided Walk at Royal Botanic Gardens
What to Expect:
Free guided tour highlighting the gardens' plant diversity.
Description:
Join a passionate guide for a free guided walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, exploring sensational views and remarkable plant diversity in the heart of bustling Melbourne.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Free Guided Walk at Royal Botanic Gardens
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- Brighton (18 miles)
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- Richmond (19 miles)
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- Sunbury (23 miles)
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- Mill Park (27 miles)
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- Noble Park (28 miles)
- Wheelers Hill (28 miles)
- Keysborough (28 miles)
- South Morang (29 miles)
- Dandenong (30 miles)
- Wollert (30 miles)
- Dandenong North (30 miles)
- Mornington (30 miles)
- Wantirna South (30 miles)
- Frankston (30 miles)
- Frankston East (30 miles)
- Carrum Downs (31 miles)
- Rowville (31 miles)
- Mernda (31 miles)
- Endeavour Hills (33 miles)
- Langwarrin (33 miles)
- Hampton Park (33 miles)
- Doreen (34 miles)
- Boronia (34 miles)
- Ferntree Gully (34 miles)
- Croydon (34 miles)
- Narre Warren South (35 miles)
- Narre Warren (36 miles)
- Mooroolbark (36 miles)
- Cranbourne North (37 miles)
- Cranbourne (37 miles)
- Cranbourne East (37 miles)
- Berwick (38 miles)