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Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Edition

Visitors can explore offerings from more than 200 artisan producers showcasing food, wine, and holiday gifts. The event features regional wine tastings at the Wine Pavilions, live cooking demonstrations at The Festive Kitchen, and an immersive exhibition experience inspired by The Great Australian Bake Off. Guests can also participate in hands-on cooking masterclasses and meet culinary talent.

Dec 4 – Dec 6, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Friday General Admission from $34.95 per person; Saturday General Admission from $39.95 per person; Sunday General Admission from $39.95 per person; Flexi from $49.95 per person (choose Friday, Saturday or Sunday); Multi Day Pass from $89.95 per person (admission all three days, Friday–Sunday, and a tasting glass); Family Bundle from $69.95 for 2 adults and 2 children. All tickets include access to 200+ exhibitors, Wine Pavilions, live cooking demos, chef meet & greets, Festive Village and Good Eat Street.

Hours

Friday: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Food & Drink

Explore food and festive drinks from more than 200 producers, taste regional wines in the Wine Pavilions, and visit Good Eat Street.

Location

MCEC Melbourne · 2 Clarendon St, South Wharf VIC 3006, Melbourne, VIC Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Food lovers, wine tasters, and families with children

Vibe

Festive and foodie

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book the Cooking School masterclass if you want a hands-on session with chefs and Great Australian Bake Off personalities.
  • Allow time to explore the more than 200 exhibitors as well as the Wine Pavilions, Festive Village, and Good Eat Street.
  • Choose the Multi Day Pass if you plan to attend all three days; it includes a tasting glass.
  • Families can consider the Family Bundle, which covers two adults and two children.
  • Bring a cookbook to the Chef Meet & Greet stand if you would like the chefs to sign it.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Friday is an evening session; Saturday and Sunday are daytime sessions.
  • A Flexi ticket lets visitors choose Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
  • A Multi Day Pass includes admission on all three days and a tasting glass.
  • A Family Bundle is for 2 adults and 2 children.
  • New this year: a world-first immersive exhibition experience inspired by The Great Australian Bake Off.

Links & Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with general admission?

Admission includes access to more than 200 exhibitors, Wine Pavilions, live cooking demonstrations, chef meet-and-greets, the Festive Village, and Good Eat Street.

What can children do at the show?

Little bakers can decorate festive treats and take their Christmas goodies home.

Are cooking activities available?

The Cooking School offers hands-on masterclasses with chefs and familiar faces from The Great Australian Bake Off.

Can I meet the chefs?

At the Chef Meet & Greet stand opposite The Festive Kitchen, visitors can say hello, take a photo, and have a cookbook signed.

What does the Multi Day Pass include?

It includes admission across all three days and a tasting glass.

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