Your Ultimate Guide to Christmas Events in Melbourne!
December in Melbourne is pure magic. From warm summer mornings and long golden evenings to festive experiences across the city, it’s the perfect time to explore, celebrate and create memories with the people you love.
Whether you’re visiting Melbourne or planning a special local adventure, here are the very best things to do in December 2025:
1. Soar Into Summer with Global Ballooning’s Christmas Deal!
Start your December with an unforgettable sunrise adventure. A hot air balloon flight with Global Ballooning offers the most spectacular way to welcome the festive season.
Float gently above:
- Melbourne’s skyline, glowing in the early morning light with the winding Yarra River and city landmarks surrounding you
- Or the Yarra Valley, wrapped in mist with rolling vineyards, orchards and mountains below
December’s warm, stable mornings make it one of the most beautiful months to fly. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, gifting a Christmas experience, or simply treating yourself to something extraordinary, a balloon flight creates memories that last a lifetime.
Global Ballooning’s professional pilots, award-winning service and passion for storytelling ensure every passenger feels safe, inspired and deeply connected to the landscape around you.
A truly magical way to start a summer’s day.
And to make gifting even sweeter this year, grab a Global Ballooning gift voucher and you can add a pair of our limited-edition sunglasses – posted straight to your door and ready to slide under the tree. It’s the perfect little “something extra” for Christmas morning!
2. Cherry Picking at CherryHill Orchards
Cherry season is one of Victoria’s most loved summer traditions – and December is peak picking time. There’s nothing like wandering through the orchard rows, tasting cherries fresh from the tree and enjoying the sunshine in the heart of the Yarra Valley.
CherryHill Orchards offers:
✔ Endless cherry tasting straight off the branch
✔ Picture-perfect picnic spots
✔ Festive drinks and treats (think cherry ice-cream, cider, spritzes!)
✔ A vibrant, family-friendly summer atmosphere
Make It Even More Special: The Ballooning & Cherry Picking Package
For the ultimate festive day out, Global Ballooning and CherryHill have teamed up to create a unique experience that combines sunrise adventure with sweet summer indulgence.
Your package includes:
- A breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Yarra Valley
- Entry to CherryHill’s famous cherry picking experience
- A seamless, joy-filled day designed to capture the very best of summer
This exclusive bundle is perfect for:
- Couples planning a romantic pre-Christmas date
- Families looking for a memorable festive outing
- Weekend adventurers wanting something fresh, local and fun
- Christmas gift-givers searching for a meaningful experience
It’s one of the most magical ways to celebrate the season – starting in the sky and ending among the orchard trees.
3. Visit the 2025 Myer Christmas Windows – A Playful LEGO® Christmas
A Melbourne Christmas tradition for 70 years, the Myer Christmas Windows are a must-see in December – and this year’s display is set to be one of the most impressive yet.
About the 2025 Theme: “A Playful LEGO Christmas”
This year’s story follows a child’s heartfelt Christmas letter as it travels – with the help of a cheeky LEGO elf – from a Melbourne post office all the way to Santa’s North Pole Workshop.
The journey unfolds across scenes built using almost half a million LEGO bricks, showcasing:
- Melbourne Post handling the special letter
- Santa’s bustling sorting room
- His magical toy workshop
- The present-wrapping room featuring the incredible WRAP-O-MATIC machine
- A spectacular Christmas Eve reindeer flight back over Australia
It’s bright, intricate, nostalgic and guaranteed to delight both kids and adults.
📅 Display Dates
8 November 2025 – 11 January 2026
Open daily and free to enjoy.
Fast Facts About “A Playful LEGO Christmas”
- 12 months of global planning and design
- 488,215 LEGO bricks used in total across more than 40 colours
- Features animated builds including painting elves, Santa’s sleigh and the WRAP-O-MATIC
- Over 1,700 work hours dedicated to the LEGO construction
- A limited-edition LEGO make-and-take Christmas kangaroo – free to build and exclusive to Myer Melbourne
Whether you’re doing a city Christmas day out or visiting Melbourne for the holidays, the Myer Windows are an essential stop on your festive itinerary.
4. Explore Melbourne’s Christmas Markets
Melbourne comes alive in December with twinkling pop-up markets and artisan stalls. Expect handmade gifts, gourmet treats and festive entertainment at:
- Queen Victoria Market Christmas Festival
- NGV Garden Market
- Fed Square Christmas Market
- Southbank Makers Market
These markets are perfect for finding unique last-minute gifts – or simply enjoying the warm summer atmosphere with an iced drink in hand.
5. Sunset Drinks Along the Yarra
December evenings are made for riverside dining. Celebrate the season with cocktails, casual dining or breezy outdoor sessions at:
- Arbory Afloat
- Ponyfish Island
- Pilgrim
- Yarra Botanica
- Transport Bar at Fed Square
- Melbourne River Cruises
Perfect after a day of cherry picking, Christmas shopping – or an early-morning balloon flight!
6. Carols, Light Shows & Outdoor Festivities
The city sparkles at night with free family-friendly events all month long:
- Carols by Candlelight rehearsals at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl
- Christmas projections on Flinders Street buildings
- The Docklands drone show (2 shows running nightly!)
- St Kilda’s beachfront Christmas twilight markets
- Collins Street festive lights and luxury storefront displays
Bring a picnic, wander the city and soak up the summer magic.
Plan an Unforgettable December in Melbourne
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate the season? A sunrise balloon flight – paired with cherry picking – is a festive favourite that blends adventure, nature and joyful tradition.
Book the Global Ballooning x CherryHill Cherry Picking Package and make this December truly unforgettable.
