Shop in-store at these local boutiques and shopping arcades to score a bargain this Christmas.

When is Black Friday in 2025?

In 2025, Black Friday falls on 28 November.

The best shopping sales and discounts

Two grey and white cats with different coloured eyes wearing silly Christmas-themed hats.

The Paw Principality

Browse an adorable range of Christmas-themed toys and treats for cats and dogs.

Special offer
Painting and art supplies for sale in an art supplies shop.

Senior Art Supplies

Shop Christmas sets with 20% off all December from 1-24 Dec.

Special offer

Life's Too Short Bar

Shop unique Christmas gifts featuring artwork, glass works, pottery, and more on 7 & 13 Dec.

Special offer
A model posing in a matching blue skirt and top with white leaf print.

Búl

Enjoy markdowns on warm-weather favourites from the Costa Rica collection.

Special offer
Two people wearing Christmas elf outfits holding gifts.

Collins Square

Celebrate the season with a digital Advent Calendar, instant prizes and a major gift, 1–5 Dec.

Special offer

Here's Looking At You Kid

A pop-up Christmas shop, with free tastings, drinks & 20% discount off all in-store purchases.

Special offer
Wrapping paper design with flowers, snail, fruit and toy.

Melbourne Central

Get your pressies wrapped from 18-23 Dec, with proceeds going to Australian Childhood Foundation.

Special offer
Hanging bag tags with flowers and bees.

Bloom: By Melbourne Central x Melissa Likes Sushi

Spend $100 or $200 at Melbourne Central 27 Nov to 23 Dec for free merch. Opposite Sephora on L1.

Special offer

The best dining deals

A selection of Belgian beers in small bottles, and glasses lined up on a bar.

Belgian Beer Cafe Melbourne

On 17 Dec, enjoy a 3-course Christmas feast with drinks and save $25pp or more for groups.

Special offer
Close up of tiramisu ice cream in a cone.

The Moat

Treat yourself to two-for-one Christmas tiramisu cones, available for take away from 27 Nov-23 Dec.

Special offer
A food trolley of yum cha in small bamboo steamers.

Oriental Teahouse

Experience festive Yum Cha every Saturday, with twists on classic Christmas flavours.

Special offer
Looking down at platters of assorted tapas, and two glasses of wine.

El Rincon

Celebrate Christmas the Spanish way with 12 tapas, from traditional to modern, from 11-24 Dec.

Special offer
Two staff members wearing red aprons inside La Petite Creperie, with red and white checked decor and serving counter.

La Petite Crêperie

Visit with extended hours until 11:30pm daily during this festive season.

Special offer
A colourful display of festive fare including Christmas tree cookies, Beef Wellington and champagne glasses.

Collins Kitchen

Gather your family, friends or colleagues for a festive lunch or dinner like no other, from 4 Dec.

Special offer
A star shaped donut with a pink glaze and a pecan on top.

Shortstop Coffee and Donuts

Celebrate the season with festive donut flavours like star-shaped Eggnog & Candied Pecans, 1-26 Dec.

Special offer
A cross section of a pandoro gelato cake.

Pidapipo Gelateria

The Pandoro Gelato Cake is a true centrepiece for festive tables. Pre-order from 5-Nov to 21-Dec.

Special offer
A group of four diners dressed in Viking themed costumes eating at a table in a large hall.

Mjølner Melbourne

Gather your clan and celebrate with a yuletide feast of 3-courses, from $115. 19-Nov to 30-Dec.

Special offer
A table in a restaurant filled with plates of festive, seasonal food, and Christmas decorations.

Melba Restaurant

Celebrate with holiday buffet favourites, including roast turkey, ham and seasonal treats, to 1 Jan.

Special offer
A cold seafood buffet selection.

Conservatory

Indulge in the decadent Conservatory buffet you love for lunch or dinner this festive season.

Special offer
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FestiviTea

Gather with loved ones for a delightful year-end catch-up at a Christmas high tea.

The best staycation deals

A twin bed room at Crown Metropole.

Crown Metropol Melbourne

Enjoy a festive stay with a $100 restaurant credit and valet parking for the family.

Special offer
The spa at Crown Towers, with a deep pool and a comfortable booth area to relax in.

Crown Towers Melbourne

Enjoy breakfast for two, unwind with a $100 spa credit and enjoy a late check-out.

Special offer
A smiling and well groomed couple at a bar enjoying a cocktail.

Crown Promenade Melbourne

Discover the perfect city escape with valet parking and a $100 dining credit.

Special offer

The best Christmas pop-ups

The exterior of the venue Witches in Britches, with people on the street outside, and a tree on the right.

Witches in Britches

Book a Sunday or Thursday dinner and show and receive 25% off a general admission ticket.

Special offer
Build and Sip: Gingerbread House

Build and Sip: Gingerbread House

Sip, snack, and build your own gingerbread house this festive season at Brunetti Classico.

Last updated on Fri 28 Nov 2025

Christmas

Christmas things to do

Christmas things to do

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Christmas eat and drink

Christmas eat and drink

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Christmas shopping

Christmas shopping

Start ticking off your list in the city’s iconic laneways, arcades and malls.

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The best dining pop-ups, specials and deals in Melbourne

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