Christmas Opening Night 2026: Denis Walter Carols by the Bay | Fun for Kids
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Christmas Opening Night 2026: Denis Walter Carols by the Bay
Free waterfront carols and Christmas tree lighting
OutdoorLive Music & ConcertsSeasonal & Holiday
When
21 Nov
Where
64 km away
About
Geelong’s free Christmas opening night brings Denis Walter’s Carols by the Bay and the Floating Christmas Tree lighting together at Steampacket Gardens. The evening includes live performances, singalongs, Santa, big screens and roving entertainment. Carols run from 7–9 pm, followed by the tree lighting and fireworks at approximately 9:15 pm.
Bring a picnic or buy food and drinks from nearby eateries and food trucks. The event has children’s activities, first aid, toilets and wheelchair access.
Schedule
Next: Sat, 21 Nov · 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Nov21Sat
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm3 hours
Where you'll be
Steampacket Gardens precinct
Eastern Beach Road, Geelong VIC 3220
64 km
Steampacket Gardens precinct
Eastern Beach Road, Geelong VIC 3220
What you'll experience
🍽️Food & Drinks
🚻Toilets On Site
♿Wheelchair Accessible
Good to know
Carols followed by the lighting+
The event runs 6:30–9:30 pm. Carols are from 7–9 pm, followed by the tree lighting and fireworks at approximately 9:15 pm.
Admission is free+
Bring a picnic or purchase food and drinks separately from nearby eateries and food trucks.
Venue and facilities+
Steampacket Gardens precinct, Eastern Beach Road, Geelong VIC 3220. The council lists toilets, first aid, children’s activities and wheelchair access; check the event page for updates.