Darling Harbour is getting into the Christmas spirit with an exciting holiday program lined up. Expect the harbour to be fully decked out for the silly season complete with a Harbour village, dance crews, dazzling fireworks and kid’s entertainment. Plus, a number of restaurants and cafes in the area will join the fun with Christmas buffets, delicious surprises and festive treats.
Darling Harbour Christmas Festival
Darling Harbour’s popular Christmas bauble will officially return to the waterside precinct. The festive fixture comes with tons of multi-coloured lights making it a picture-perfect backdrop for your Christmas selfie. Plus as you stroll along the harbour and take in all the holiday cheer, you’ll find other fun activities to partake in including mini golf and pedal boats on Cockle Bay. Expect visits from Santa along with craft workshops, live music and dancing on Friday and Saturday evenings at the Harbour Village from December 2 to 24, 10am to 4pm. You can also look forward to fireworks on Fridays, December 8, 15, 22 and Saturdays, December, 2, 9, 16, 23 at 9pm.
Several popular Darling Harbour spots will join in on the action throughout the holiday period. Indulge in a Christmas buffet at Crowne Plaza or a Christmas Day Feast at Fratelli Fresh. There’s also a special Wonka-themed program with 17 restaurants and cafes dishing out vibrant and colourful treats for guests. Get more information here.
There’s a lot more on including live music, dance and picture opportunities with Santa. Find the full program of events here.