Christmas in the city
Dates 
1 Dec - 25 Dec
That’s it for another year! Thanks for joining us to celebrate Christmas in the city.
We’ll be back in 2025 when you can see the city light up with more dazzling decorations, festive events and family-friendly activities.
Christmas in Melbourne is a special time, with decorations and projections adorning the city. Traditional favourites like the giant Christmas tree at Fed Square and the Myer Christmas Windows draw visitors from near and far.
Malls and markets offer inspiration for Christmas gifts, Santa makes an appearance for the kids, and the city’s bars and restaurants provide the perfect backdrop for Christmas catch-ups.
Details of the 2025 Christmas Festival will be available in November.
The winner of the Juneyao Christmas 2024 Competition that closed at 11.59pm on 25 December 2024 was V.Fu.
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