A Playful LEGO Christmas Story has been announced as the 2026 Myer Christmas Windows theme!
Built from nearly half a million LEGO bricks the windows follow a child’s letter to Santa as it travels from Melbourne to the North Pole. Open daily until 11 Jan 2026, there are plenty of festive details to keep an eye out for, like reindeer and cheeky elves.
Looking for more Christmas fun? Check out Melbourne’s upcoming Christmas markets and Christmas carols, as well as free Christmas events and much more.
When Are the Myer Christmas Windows 2026 open?
The Myer Christmas Windows opened on Saturday 8 November 2025.
This year, the Myer Christmas Windows will be on display until 11 January 2026, daily from 10:30 am to 10:00 pm at Myer Melbourne City.
Alongside the fun LEGO-themed Myer windows, don’t miss Santaland (Level 7) + the LEGO Christmas Playground in the basement, plus special Santa sessions, including Sensory Santa and Baby’s First Christmas, catering to all ages.
Myer’s Christmas Windows 2025
A LEGO Christmas Story
This year’s Myer Christmas Windows in Melbourne are a spectacular celebration of LEGO, marking the 70th anniversary of this cherished holiday tradition.
Created in collaboration with Lego celebrity Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught, the windows showcase an astounding 488,215 Lego pieces and feature the narration of comedian Hamish Blake – he always adds a lot of fun!
The enchanting display tells the story of a child’s letter to Santa, illustrating its journey from Melbourne to the North Pole. Kids and adults will be delighted by vibrant scenes depicting Santa’s sorting room, workshop, and the magical reindeer flight on Christmas Eve.
Highlighting iconic Melbourne events, such as Carols by Candlelight and the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, the windows feature over 700 Lego minifigures, bringing the scenes to life.
After more than 12 months of planning and 1,700 hours of meticulous work from Lego experts worldwide, the display promises to inspire joy and imagination in visitors of all ages.
The Myer Christmas Windows have been a beloved feature of Melbourne’s festive season since their inception, attracting millions each year.
Behind the Scenes of Christmas Magic
John Kerr, who has dedicated over three decades to designing the Myer Christmas Windows, describes this year’s creation as one of his favourites, expressing pride in collaborating with the Lego group for this milestone anniversary.
More LEGO Magic While You’re There
The LEGO fun doesn’t stop at the Windows. As the sun goes down, the Myer Christmas Light Show lights up the Bourke Street façade with colourful projections, playful animations and cheeky LEGO minifigures. The show runs every night until 11 pm, right up to 25 December 2025, and at just over six minutes long it’s the perfect quick add-on before heading home.
And if you’re visiting during the day, don’t miss the free LEGO Christmas Playland in the Basement. Kids can build, play, snap lots of photos and even take home the exclusive LEGO Christmas Kangaroo Make & Take. Add in a visit to Myer Santaland, and suddenly you’ve got a full festive outing without spending a cent.
With the Windows, the Playland and the Light Show all on offer, Myer Melbourne becomes a complete Christmas destination for families.
Download the Myer Christmas Windows Social Story
Our friends at Noah’s Ark are producing a social story for families to prepare for their visit to the Myer Christmas Windows 2025. Download the Social Story PDF.
Noah’s Ark is a Registered NDIS Provider dedicated to supporting families with children aged 0-13 who have disabilities or additional needs. If you would like to access more resources for families or information about Noah’s Ark, visit noahsarkinc.org.au
Our Tips to Plan Your Visit
- We recommend visiting early in the day, or later in the evening to avoid large crowds and a more peaceful experience.
- Also you’re less likely to get glare from the sun in your pics.
- Speaking of photos – snap your pics right at the glass to avoid shadows, and hover your hand above your lens or position your own body’s shadow to block the glare. The security guards didn’t seem to mind, as obviously lots of little kids press up to the glass to look in awe.
This year’s Myer’s Christmas Windows and the basement activities are open daily from until 11 January 2026.
Myer Santaland
After your Myer Christmas Windows experience head up to the Giftorium, and Santaland on Level 7.
If you’re after a Santa photo with Santa then head to Santaland and take a ride on the (animated) Santaland Express! Read our full review.
The Giftorium is also the place to treat yourself to a spot of Christmas shopping – hunt for the perfect dress, find something for the relative that has everything or spoil everyone you love with gifts that speak to them.
How the Myer Windows got its start
The Myer Christmas Windows are a cherished Melbourne and Australian tradition, enchanting families since their inception.
They have been a source of joy for families for many years.
Beginning back in 1956, Freddie Asmuseen – the head of display at the time – flipped the script and replaced the usual gift arrangement with a story very much dear to everyone’s hearts. The Olympics! Starring Santa and a handful of Olympians, the new dream team could be seen hanging out in Santa’s sleigh.
Since then, the department store has kept the tradition alive.
Thanks to tales like the Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, Little Dog and the Christmas Wish and Alice in Wonderland, people have come to expect magic and wonder from Myer.
And every year, they deliver. More recently we’ve enjoyed a Bluey Christmas, and the Irwin’s Christmas story.
Sneak downtown this November and December and hunt for hidden secrets in the displays, letting your little ones dive into their imaginations… without spending a cent.
Go to our Christmas page for more ideas and inspiration for how to celebrate Christmas in Melbourne this year!
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