Christmas Crackers + Bon Bons Australia 2026

Updated 10 November 2026

The best Christmas crackers and bon bons in Australia for 2026 come from nine online shops, covering luxury sets, kids’ crackers, puzzle crackers and crackers for dogs and cats. Bon bons and Christmas crackers are the same thing, so shops use both words. Christmas Day is Friday 25 December 2026.

Quick picks:

Free: none. Every option here is a paid product.
Best for kids:
Best for dogs and cats: Christmas Elves single crackers, each with a pet toy.
Something different: Etsy’s puzzling Christmas crackers, with escape-room style puzzles inside.

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Christmas crackers and bon bons

1. Christmas Warehouse

Black and gold, plus a traditional nutcracker design. Each cracker holds a paper hat, a joke and a small gift.

When: order online.
Cost: price from $24.99.
What’s inside: black and gold bon bons (12 x 30cm), traditional nutcracker bon bons (10 x 34cm) and gold glitter bon bons (6 x 35cm) with small gold bells.
Where: online at christmaswarehouse.com.au.
More info: Christmas Warehouse crackers

2. Amazing Christmas

A music-themed set for a table that likes a bit of noise, plus nutcracker and holly designs.

When: order online. 2026 order-by date not stated.
Cost: from $45.
What’s inside: nutcracker bon bons (pack of 6), Holly Jolly bon bons with faux holly (pack of 6) and Music Concerto crackers (pack of 8).
Where: online at amazingchristmas.com.au.
More info: Amazing Christmas crackers | Nutcracker

Fun Christmas crackers and bon bons for kids

3. Christmas World

Mixed bon bon packs for kids and grown-ups, plus an Australian-themed pack with native botanicals and koalas.

When: order online. 2026 order-by date not stated.
Cost: price from $14.
What’s inside: assorted bon bon packs for kids and adults, and Australian-themed bon bons (2 assorted, 6-pack).
Where: online at christmasworld.com.au.
More info: Christmas World crackers | Australian bon bons

4. Amazon

Amazon has a wide range, including character crackers that appeal to older kids.

When: order online. 2026 order-by date not stated.
Cost: from $15.99.
What’s inside: DIY nutcracker crackers, tartan Santa crackers with traditional hats, games and jokes, and Sonic the Hedgehog crackers with novelty socks.
Where: online at amazon.com.au.
More info: Christmas crackers on Amazon Australia | DIY nutcracker | Tartan Santa | Sonic the Hedgehog

Different and Handmade Christmas Crackers

5. Etsy

Etsy suits families who want to fill crackers themselves or try something unusual.

When: order online. 2026 order-by date not stated. Delivery varies by seller.
Cost: from $10.
What’s inside: a red four-pack of DIY crackers you fill with your own treats, and Puzzling Christmas Crackers with escape-room style puzzles.
Where: online at etsy.com/au.
More info: Etsy Christmas crackers | Set of four DIY crackers | Puzzling Christmas Crackers

6. Leprosy Mission shop

A handmade set from a charity shop, and the trinkets inside as plastic-free!

When: order online. Orders dispatch within 48 hours (excluding weekends and public holidays), then take 2 to 8 business days by standard delivery or 1 to 4 by express. No Christmas cut-off date is stated. For a firm date, call 1800 710 710 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm AEST).
Cost: $32 for a set of 8.
What’s inside: Luxury Warahtah handmade cracker bon bons. Each has a hat, a snap and a joke, with plastic-free trinkets.
Where: online at shop.leprosymission.org.au. The page calls the crackers handmade but does not say where they are made.
More info: Luxury Warahtah handmade cracker bon bons

Christmas crackers for pets

7. Christmas Elves

Christmas Elves sells single crackers for cats and dogs, each with a pet toy, so pets can have a place at the table. It also sells a Nutcracker Soldier Set (pack of 6, 30cm) filled with puzzles, ornaments and cookie cutters.

When: order online.
Cost: price from $9.95 for a single pet cracker.
What’s inside: cat Christmas cracker and dog Christmas cracker (single, 33cm), each with a pet toy. The Nutcracker Soldier Set has puzzles, ornaments and cookie cutters.
Where: online at christmaselves.com.au. Phone 1300 435 837. The site lists a replacement guarantee on all deliveries.
More info: Christmas Elves crackers | Nutcracker Soldier Set | Cat cracker | Dog cracker

More Christmas ideas for families

Christmas crackers and bon bons FAQ

What is the difference between Christmas crackers and bon bons?

Nothing. They are the same product. Many Australian shops sell them as bon bons, and others use the word crackers.

When is Christmas Day in 2026?

Friday 25 December 2026. Check each shop’s delivery dates before ordering, because order-by dates for 2026 are not confirmed yet.

What goes inside a Christmas cracker?

Most hold a paper hat, a joke and a small gift. Some also include a snap. Gifts range from key rings and yoyos to ornaments and puzzles, depending on the set.

Are there Christmas crackers for dogs and cats?

Yes. Christmas Elves sells single crackers for cats and dogs, each with a pet toy.

Can I find plastic-free Christmas crackers?

The Leprosy Mission shop lists its handmade set of 8 with plastic-free trinkets. Check the contents on the product page before you buy.

What size and pack size should I look for?

The packs on this list hold 6 to 12 crackers, and the crackers range from 30cm to 35cm. Longer crackers usually suit a big table.

7 Best Christmas Crackers and Bon Bons in Australia (2026)

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