Embrace the magic of the holiday season in Melbourne’s West with a sleigh full of festive activities.
Get Festive – Christmas Activities in Melbourne’s West
Christmas Card Workshop – Tarneit Library
Friday 24 November
Get a little crafty this Christmas and let the wonderful folks at Julia Gillard Library Tarneit teach you how to make your very own cards!
In this session, you’ll learn how simple it is to make beautiful cards to share with family and friends. Materials are free, conversation is included, and you can take home your finished project.
Bookings required. See details.
Christmas Twilight Market
Saturday 25 November
Catch up with friends and family and tick off your Christmas shopping at this local makers market. There’ll be over 30 stallholders selling handmade jewellery, knitwear, crafts, candles and more. A selection of delicious eats will be available on the night at some delicious food trucks, while live music, entertainment, face painting and kids’ activities keep everyone entertained.
Soho Christmas Twilight Market
Saturday 25 November
At this special twilight edition of the Soho Market, there’ll be a whole host of artisan goods to browse from local makers and artists, along with food vendors, family entertainment and live carolling to get you in the festive spirit!
Christmas at the Lakes
Saturday 2 December
Embrace festive cheer at Christmas at the Lakes!
This fun and FREE family evening will be held at Sanctuary Lakes’ Breezewater Reserve from 4pm, with a jam-packed program on offer to delight all ages.
There’ll be Christmas carols and local talent performing on the stage, rides and amusements for the children, a special visit from Santa, plus a firework display!
Christmas Rhyme Time at the Werribee Outdoor Pool
Monday 11 December
‘Tis the season to hang out at the pool, so what better way to start the kids’ school holidays than with a Christmas-themed Rhyme Time at Werribee Outdoor Pool’s Pop-Up Library Van.
There’ll be Christmas songs, stories and fun, plus a special guest star will make an appearance during the session! All ages are welcome. Kids, and one adult, who come along for Rhyme Time can stay and swim for free!
Morning Melodies – ‘Tis the Season
Tuesday 12 December
Find your best matching Christmas PJs and bring the kids along to a special reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. In this magical 75 minute show, you can expect special effects, sensational dancing, unbelievable costume changes and all the Christmas music you could want – and a little magic, of course!
Bookings required. See details.
Christmas Story Time – Tarneit Library
Thursday 14 December
Perfect for infants and children up to 12 years of age, this festive and fun-filled Christmas Story Time is something the whole family to enjoy. There’ll be enchanting tales and merry songs, with some jolly activities and crafts afterwards for good measure.