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Christmas

Christmas is going to be extra special this year, with an exciting program of events and activities including our traditional favourites. There’s something for everyone in this year's Christmas in Geelong program!
 

Floating Christmas tree

Christmas in Geelong is just around the corner! Keep an eye on this page for updates about what is happening across the city this festive season!

Flick the Switch 2026

Want to switch on the magic of Christmas in Geelong?

Here’s your chance to be part of a very special Christmas moment!

Kids aged 12 and under are invited to enter for the chance to flick the switch and light up Geelong’s iconic Floating Christmas Tree at Christmas Opening Night - Denis Walter Carols by the Bay on Saturday 21 November 2026.

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Christmas events

05 Nov
Small Pieces, BIG IDEAS by Geelong Potters

5 - 28 November

Untether Gallery
14 Nov
Art in time for Christmas

14 - 15 November from 10:00am

Dave's Place
20 Nov
Paint your Welcome - Christmas doormat painting

Friday 20 November from 7:00pm

Wishart Creative
21 Nov
Christmas Opening Night 2026 - Denis Walter Carols by the Bay

Saturday 21 November from 6:30pm

Steampacket Gardens
Barwon Heads Traders Night

Thursday 26 November from 4:00pm

Hitchcock Avenue, Barwon Heads
28 Nov
Fair Dinkum - Book Fair and Market

Saturday 28 November from 10:00am

St. Andrews Corio Food Share

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