Christmas time can be the best time of year to make life long memories with friends and family. It can also be the most expensive time of year! There are always free activities that are great fun and won’t break your bank.

Here are the top 5 free Christmas events in Melbourne that we are thinking of checking out:

Crown Christmas at Crown Melbourne

Saturday 26 November – Sunday 24 December | 10 am every half hour

Enjoy free photos with Santa and exciting displays of Christmas lights!

Spirit of the Square at Federation Square

Friday 1 December – Monday 25 December | 9 am – late

Federation Square has been transformed into a wonderland of interactive pop-up Christmas displays that kids big and small will love!

Tacky Christmas at Lonsdale and Russell Streets

Friday 1 December – Monday 25 December | 9 am – late

For something a little different visit Melbourne’s Lonsdale and Russell Streets for a quirky take on Christmas decorations as well as a Santa Claus with a difference singing unusual Christmas songs.

Christmas Projections at the State Library, Federation Square, and QV Docklands

Friday 1 Dec – Monday 25 Dec 9 pm | 10:20 pm daily

Projections are super-cool, especially during Christmas. Kids and adults will be entertained by animated projections in three locations around Melbourne!

Old Treasury Christmas at the Old Treasury Building

Monday 13 November to Friday 5 January | 9 am – late

See a spectacular display of homemade decorations from the 1920’s! This is a great option for history buffs, as well as kids!

Have fun and stay safe this Christmas. For more savings tips check out our blog.