This time of the year Melbourne is lit up by the magic of Christmas which provides a month of fun, free activities and festivals, which is drawing people to the city by the thousands from around the world. City Square has become a dazzling wonderland and has become a Christmas icon with a 9.2 meter living Christmas tree that is beautifully decorated and the children can run off and find Rudolph the reindeer and friends, and watch a nativity scene that is digital in the forest maze that is magical where they can have their photos taken with Santa. Other highlights include beautiful Town Hall light projections, CBD decorations, roving carol singers and for shoppers there are fantastic interactive digital offers.
Over December, Melbourne will host a number of family Christmas activities which includes visits from Santa on a daily basis, who will give a special invitation to children that may visit his home to tell Santa their special Christmas wishes. In addition the children can post Santa a message as the Australian postal service is supporting Santa’s post box. To explore all Melbourne city has to offer this Christmas season, visitors can either collect a copy of the Christmas itinerary from the Town Hall or download it from the internet. There is also a wealth of dinging and shopping opportunities.
Visitors that are going to be in Melbourne over the festive season should book accommodation such as a Melbourne boutique hotel well in advance. With such magical displays, it is wonderful to celebrate the festive season and is special occasion for families across Melbourne. Visitors can witness Melbourne city come alive during December with a number of free activities and with the colour of Christmas. Christmas Square has been officially opened with a tree lighting ceremony that lit up the square with animations and an array of spectacular colours carried out by the Deputy Lord Mayor. A special Christmas pantomime will also feature on the square and Santa will also be visiting every day to spread the festive cheer and meet the children of Melbourne.
In addition one can enjoy entertainment and music provided by the Melbourne city buskers. The digital nativity will provide everyone with a unique experience. Children can have fun trying to find Rudolph in a maze and meet Santa in his house. While enjoying some lunch or dinner you can listen to the carol singers. The Town Hall has been decorated with giant toy soldier which is a must see. Melbourne offers a Christmas season, which you won’t find elsewhere. On Bourke Street, experience an all new light and sound spectacular whereby 800 jingle bells are lit up. Melbourne has a host of options on offer this Christmas.
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