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What's open between Christmas and New Year's Eve in Melbourne

Hanging around after Christmas? Here's what's open for eating, drinking and city exploring. Opening hours, offerings and prices will vary by day, and not all businesses will be open every day. Be sure to check with the venue directly before visiting. Come back later in the year to see what's on between Christmas and New Year's Eve for 2026.

Restaurants open between Christmas and New Year's in Melbourne

Remember: opening hours, offerings and prices will vary by day, and not all businesses will be open every day. Be sure to check with the venue directly before visiting.

Last updated on Thu 1 Jan 2026

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