From 28 November 2025, experience the magic of the Crown Christmas River Show on the Yarra River from 9 pm – 11 pm each night until Christmas Day.
Throughout the season, enjoy Christmas at Crown as it transforms into a festive wonderland, brimming with family-friendly entertainment and magical experiences.
Whether you’re soaking in the dazzling sights and sounds, sharing a meal with loved ones, or capturing moments with Santa, this year’s Crown Christmas is the ultimate destination to celebrate the season.
Find the best free things you can do to celebrate Christmas in Melbourne.
When is Crown Christmas at Crown Melbourne in 2025?
The Crown Christmas celebration is happening from 28 Nov – 25 Dec 2025
Crown Christmas Display Melbourne
Free Christmas River Show
Prepare to be amazed as the iconic Crown Christmas River Show returns to the Yarra River. Watch Southbank Promenade come alive with water fountains, lasers, light projections, and a festive soundtrack.
Details:
- Where: Southbank Promenade outside Crown
- When: From 28 Nov – 25 Dec 2025
- Time: From 9 pm – 1 1pm, shows running every 15 minutes
- Cost: Free
As part of Melbourne’s Christmas Festival, this event is presented in partnership with the City of Melbourne, ensuring accessibility for everyone. For questions about accessibility, contact the City of Melbourne.
Head to Southbank Promenade outside Crown to catch this dazzling Christmas show featuring water fountains, lasers, light projections and a festive soundtrack curated by renowned DJ Grant Smillie.
Crown Christmas Spectacular has changed
In previous years, the Crown Towers presented a Christmas Spectacular show with the encased Christmas characters all open and ready to be viewed by visitors.
This year, the six-storey high Christmas Tree will still glitter with different colours, just without the jewelled eggs on display.
Christmas at Crown
Experience the magic of Christmas at Crown Melbourne, featuring enchanting activities for the whole family.
Meet Santa and Snap a Holiday Photo
Capture the magic of the season with photo opportunities with Santa! Crown’s Atrium will be decked out in stunning decorations, creating the perfect backdrop for cherished family moments.
No professional shoots, just capture all the joyful moments on your phone or device with the help of Santa’s elves!
1 December – 14 December
Daily: 11am – 5pm
15 December – 24 December
Daily: 11am – 8.30pm
*Santa will be on a 20-minute break tending to his reindeers in hourly intervals of 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6.30pm, 7.30pm.
Find more opportunities for photos with Santa here.
Crown Carousel + Christmas Carols
From festive rides on the Christmas Carousel to joyful carols, enjoy heartwarming moments.
Crown Carousel
28 November
2pm to 8pm
29 November – 21 December
Thursday: 2pm to 8pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 12pm to 8pm
22 December – 24 December
2pm to 8pm
25 December
1pm to 8pm
Duration: 5 minutes per ride
Christmas Carols at Crown
13 December – 14 December
3pm, 5pm, 7pm
20 December – 21 December
3pm, 5pm, 7pm
22 December – 23 December
5pm & 7pm
Live Crown Christmas Show
Celebrate the festive season with a spectacular musical event at Crown Melbourne on December 17 and 18.
Crown Presents: The Magic of Christmas stars Australian icons Lucy Durack, Rob Mills, and Bobby Fox, offering an unforgettable night filled with classic Christmas tunes and stunning performances. A true holiday delight!
Date
Wednesday 17 December
Thursday 18 December
| Running times | |
| Doors / pre show bar opens: | 6.30pm |
| Main act: | 7.00pm |
| Approx. finish: | 8.15pm |
Indulge in Crown’s Dining Experiences
Crown’s renowned dining options elevate the Christmas experience. Whether it’s a festive buffet, a tailored menu at one of their acclaimed restaurants, or a cosy gathering in a private dining room, there’s something to suit every celebration.
Raise a toast at one of Crown’s bars or enjoy a memorable meal with your loved ones, making Christmas even more special.
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