Last updated: 11 November 2024
Eager for the festive season in Doreen? Dive into our guide for the best holiday events! From Doreen old souls to fresh faces, our guide illuminates the path to seasonal joy.
Popular events during the holidays include the vibrant Christmas Market, showcasing delightful handmade crafts and scrumptious treats. Next up, Santa's Arrival brings a magical touch with a special visit from jolly St. Nick, perfect for children of all ages. And the Christmas Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring festive floats and local performers lighting up the streets. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Doreen Holiday Light Displays
## Christmas Tree Lighting
- What to Expect
- Dazzling display of a uniquely designed Christmas tree lighting.
- Description
- Witness the grand lighting of the uniquely designed Bunjil Place Christmas Tree, a dazzling display that ushers in the holiday season.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Christmas Tree Lighting
Doreen Holiday Markets and Shopping
## Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Over 30 market stalls with hand-made and locally sourced products.
- Description
- The Lynbrook Village Christmas Market offers a variety of market stalls featuring hand-made, locally sourced, and unique products. Enjoy live music, entertainers, a Santa visit, and a magician. The event also includes a scavenger hunt, making it a fun day out for the whole family.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Christmas Market
## Holiday Craft Fair
- What to Expect
- Interactive craft demonstrations and learning sessions.
- Description
- The Craft & Quilt Fair is Australia's favourite craft event, showcasing new designs, patterns, and materials. Each day features demonstrations and learning sessions to enhance your crafty skills and shopping opportunities.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Holiday Craft Fair
## Christmas Workshop
- What to Expect
- Customizable teddy bear creation with various scents and outfits.
- Description
- At the Christmas Workshop, guests can create their own personalized teddy bears with a variety of scents, sounds, and outfits. The event offers a hands-on experience where participants can customize their stuffed animals to their liking, making it a unique and memorable holiday activity.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Christmas Workshop
Doreen Holiday Shows and Entertainment
## Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Largest public parade in the Southern Hemisphere with over 170 moving theatrical sets.
- Description
- The National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is a cherished event in Adelaide, featuring elaborate floats, clowns, elves, and bands. It marks the official welcoming of Father Christmas to Australia, drawing over 320,000 spectators.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Christmas Parade
Doreen Other Holiday Activities
## Madame A's Exhibits: Halloween Special
- What to Expect
- Immersive spooky shopping experience with eerie exhibits and thrilling entertainment.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in an eerie world where the circus meets spooky thrills at Madame A's Exhibits. Explore unique and curious exhibits, enjoy CarnEvil Entertainment, and navigate through a Haunted Walkthrough featuring terrifying zombie clowns. The event also includes a Best Dressed Costume Competition and a Twisted Funhouse.
- Where
- Coburg | More Info : ## Madame A's Exhibits: Halloween Special
## 2024 HALLOWEEN PARTY
- What to Expect
- Spooky Halloween celebration with DJs and costume contest.
- Description
- Join Cruiser Nightclub for an inaugural Halloween Party on Newcastle Harbour. Come dressed in your scariest costume for a night filled with DJs, drinks, dancing, tricks, and treats. The best-dressed guest will win a $50 bar tab.
- Where
- Doreen | More Info : ## 2024 HALLOWEEN PARTY
## Santa's Arrival
- What to Expect
- Unveiling 800 years of unique Florentine heritage through fine fragrances and ancient preparations.
- Description
- Step into the heart of old-world Florence and uncover the secrets of Tuscan heritage at the Santa Maria Novella Discovery Masterclass. This exclusive 1-hour masterclass delves into the storied history of the world's oldest apothecary, featuring fine fragrances, skin treatments, and handcrafted homewares.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Santa's Arrival
## Holiday Food Festival
- What to Expect
- Interactive food education with hands-on activities and low-waste practices.
- Description
- The Little Food Festival is an immersive event for kids at Federation Square, Melbourne, where education, exploration, and creativity come together to teach children about food systems, sustainability, and healthy eating.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Holiday Food Festival
## Holiday Dance Party
- What to Expect
- Spooktacular Halloween celebration on a themed cruise vessel.
- Description
- Embark on a spooky Halloween cruise with Melbourne Showboat, featuring eerie entertainment, creepy cocktails, and a haunted voyage across the waves. Immerse yourself in a fully themed vessel with great disco beats, delicious food options, and Halloween-inspired cocktails.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Holiday Dance Party
## Christmas Art Exhibition
- What to Expect
- Interactive art exhibitions with VR experiences.
- Description
- THE LUME Melbourne presents an immersive art experience featuring stunning projections, immersive soundscapes, and engaging storytelling. Now showcasing Leonardo da Vinci's works, including VR experiences and original sketches. The gallery also offers wellness classes, dining options, and bespoke corporate events.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Christmas Art Exhibition
## Holiday Cooking Class
- What to Expect
- Interactive Asian cooking class with expert chefs.
- Description
- Join Otao Kitchen for a hands-on holiday cooking class where you'll learn to prepare authentic Asian dishes with expert chefs. Enjoy a fun and interactive culinary experience, perfect for team-building and bonding with colleagues.
- Where
- Melbourne | More Info : ## Holiday Cooking Class