The Myer Christmas Windows are back on Bourke Street from Saturday 7 November 2026 to Tuesday 5 January 2027. They’re free, there’s no booking, and this year’s theme is Toy Story. Woody, Buzz, Jessie and Rex take over six windows on Bourke Street Mall for the windows’ 71st season. Got little ones? Head down to the free Toy Story Play Zone in the Basement afterwards.
Looking for more Christmas fun? Check out Melbourne’s upcoming Christmas markets and Christmas carols, as well as free Christmas events and more Christmas in Melbourne ideas.
Myer Christmas Windows 2026 at a Glance
- When: Saturday 7 November 2026 to Tuesday 5 January 2027
- Hours: 7am to 1am daily, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
- Where: Myer Melbourne, 336 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Cost: Free, no booking required
- Theme: Toy Story Christmas, based on the picture book Merry Christmas Woody
- Accessibility: Myer lists audio description for the windows. Check with Myer before you go if you need it.
- Getting there: trams run through Bourke Street Mall, and the mall is inside the Free Tram Zone.
- More info: Myer Christmas Windows
Myer Christmas Windows 2026 Theme: A Toy Story Christmas
Myer has teamed up with Disney and Pixar to bring the picture book Merry Christmas Woody to life across six windows.
It all kicks off in Andy’s bedroom on Christmas Eve, where Woody is stressing about what to give his friends while Buzz, Jessie, Bo Peep, Hamm, Slinky and the rest of the toys get ready for Buzz’s big Christmas party.
Look out for Rex in a Santa suit, Buzz putting on a light show and the aliens joining in, plus sneaky nods to other Disney and Pixar favourites tucked into every window. Without giving away the ending, it’s a sweet reminder that Christmas is really about the friends you share it with.
This year’s storyteller is MasterChef judge Andy Allen.
Behind the Scenes of Christmas Magic
John Kerr and the Stage One team spent more than 10,000 hours building this year’s windows.
They mixed over 200 paint colours, with more than 100 made just for the Toy Story characters. The toys use almost 100 custom movements, so you’ll see characters nodding, wrapping, bouncing, swinging and even abseiling.
Look for the cotton-ball Christmas trees. Each one is made of more than 100 handmade, stuffed and puffed cotton balls, just like the ones in the book.
Toy Story Play Zone in the Basement
Once you’ve seen the windows, head down to the Basement of Myer Melbourne. The Toy Story Play Zone is free and runs from Saturday 7 November up to and including Christmas Eve, Thursday 24 December.
There are Toy Story photo spots (I saw plenty of people without kids using the backdrops for fun photos), a book corner and an interactive Lilypad. You can drop in to the free craft station to make your own Forky or a Toy Story themed Christmas bauble.
LEGO fans are covered too, with free LEGO activities and Disney LEGO displays dotted around the Basement.
Best time to visit the Myer Christmas Windows
The windows get busiest on weekends and in the last weeks before Christmas. For shorter crowds, try a weekday morning, or come back in the evening.
- Go in November if you can. It’s usually calmer than mid to late December.
- For photos, stand close to the glass and use your hand or body to block reflections.
- Bourke Street Mall is closed to cars, so it’s easy to get a pram or wheelchair close to the glass.
Myer Christmas Windows Social Story
Our friends at Noah’s Ark, an early childhood intervention service, has made social stories for past Myer windows. They help kids who find crowds or new places hard know what to expect. We will have updated it for the 2026 Myer Windows.
Visit Myer Santaland 2026
Myer Santaland is on Level 7 at Myer Melbourne. Hop on the Santaland Express to the North Pole, then colour in and post a letter to Santa.
Entry is free, but you’ll need to book a time. Santa photos are optional and cost extra. Myer also runs Sensory Santa, Baby’s First Christmas and Santa Paws sessions for dogs and cats.
Booking details, photo prices and tips are in our full guide to Myer Santaland 2026.
Myer is also a great place to treat yourself to a spot of Christmas shopping, whether you’re hunting for the perfect dress, finding something for the relative who has everything or spoiling everyone you love with gifts that speak to them.
Make a day of it in the city
The Myer windows are an easy start to a Christmas day out in the CBD.
- Christmas activities in Melbourne city for kids
- Melbourne CBD Christmas lights and decorations
- Melbourne Christmas markets
- Free Christmas events in Melbourne
- Carols by Candlelight
Coming in from regional Victoria, or keen to see the windows lit up at night? Stay over in the city. Here are the best hotels in Melbourne CBD for families.
How the Myer Christmas Windows Began
The Myer Christmas Windows started in 1956. Display head Freddie Asmussen swapped the usual gift displays for a story: Santa and the Olympics, the year Melbourne hosted the Games.
Families have come back every year since. Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, Alice in Wonderland and Little Dog and the Christmas Wish have all had their turn in the windows.
Recent themes:
- 2025: A Playful LEGO Christmas Story
- 2024: An Irwin’s Christmas Story (Australia Zoo)
- 2023: Bluey’s Christmas
See every theme since 1956 on Myer’s Christmas Windows timeline.
Myer Christmas Windows 2026 FAQs
When are the Myer Christmas Windows 2026 on?
From Saturday 7 November 2026 to Tuesday 5 January 2027. They’re on every day, including Christmas Day.
What time can I see the Myer Christmas Windows?
The windows are lit up and animated daily from 7am to 1am. Check Myer’s website before you go, as festive hours can change.
Are the Myer Christmas Windows free? Do I need tickets?
Yes, they’re free. There are no tickets and no booking. Just turn up at Bourke Street Mall.
Where are the Myer Christmas Windows?
You’ll find them in the Bourke Street Mall windows of Myer Melbourne, 314-336 Bourke Street, in the CBD.
What is the Myer Christmas Windows 2026 theme?
A Toy Story Christmas, made with Disney and Pixar. It’s based on the picture book Merry Christmas Woody and narrated by Andy Allen.
Who narrates the Myer Christmas Windows 2026?
MasterChef judge Andy Allen is the narrator for the 2026 windows.
Is Myer Santaland free?
Yes. Santaland at Myer Melbourne is free, but booking ahead is recommended as walk-in spots are limited. Santa photos are optional and start from $33 for two prints.
Are the Myer Christmas Windows accessible?
The event description includes audio description as an accessibility feature. This was supplied by the event organiser and hasn’t been independently verified, so check with Myer if you have specific access needs.
How long have the Myer Christmas Windows been running?
The Myer Christmas Windows began in 1956, and 2026 is their 71st season.
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