Christmas in Mitcham
Celebrate the magic of the season across the City of Mitcham with a month full of community events, local performances, festive lights and family fun. From Christmas markets and carols to creative displays, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Discover what’s on near you and make the most of Christmas in Mitcham.
Christmas at Carrick Hill
From Wednesday 11 November
Carrick Hill, 46 Carrick Hill Drive, Springfield
Step back in time and experience the warmth of a traditional Christmas at Carrick Hill. The historic House Museum will be transformed for the festive season with beautifully decorated Christmas trees and handmade decorations. Explore Christmas Pageant treasures and book a visit with the beloved Nipper and Nimble, follow the Mouse Hunt, in its third year, and book a special visit with Father Christmas. This year, four-legged family members can join the fun too, with new pet-friendly Father Christmas sessions in the gardens. The Carrick Hill Shop will be filled with unique, handpicked Christmas gifts, every purchase supporting the conservation of the historic house and gardens.
Christmas at our Libraries
From Monday 16 November
Mitcham Memorial Library and Blackwood Library at Tiwu Kumangka
Celebrate the joy of Christmas at your local library!
Letters to Santa
Santa's special mailboxes are coming to our libraries! Children are invited to write their own letter to Santa and drop it into his festive mailbox. Include your name and address (so he knows where to send a reply!) and post it in Santa's mailbox at either library. He might even write back from the North Pole!
Get Crafty Christmas Craft
Explore Christmas through colourful crafts, collage and festive materials, creating decorations while developing creativity, imagination and fine motor skills in a fun environment. For ages 5-10 years. $5. Bookings essential.
Mitcham Memorial Library, Tuesday 15 December, 10.30am to 11.30am
Blackwood Community Centre, Thursday 17 December 10.30am to 11.30am
Special Christmas Nightime Storytime
Celebrate the Christmas season with stories, songs and family fun with special guest Mike Lucas, author of The Christmas Train. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit for a chance to win a prize. Book sales and author signings available on the night.
For families. Free. Bookings essential.
Mitcham Memorial Library, Wednesday 2 December, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Blackwood Community Centre, Thursday 3 December 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Festive Fun at CC Hood Reserve
From Friday 12 December
CC Hood Reserve, Eliza Place, Panorama
Our popular CC Hood Reserve transforms into a Christmas celebration space, decorated with lights and displays made by local community groups. Visit at dusk throughout December to enjoy the atmosphere.
Blackwood Christmas Pageant
Friday 4 December, from 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Corner Gulfview Road and Main Road to Waite Street Reserve
Enjoy the fun and colour of the Blackwood Christmas Pageant, set for a bumper year with more than 75 floats. The Pageant begins at 6.30pm at the corner of Gulfview Road and Main Road and proceeds along Main Road to Young Street, turning right
onto Waite Street and finishing at Waite Street Reserve.
Father Christmas parks his sleigh at Waite Street Reserve and is available to meet children and pose for photographs.
The Rotary Club of Coromandel Valley hosts a Christmas Fair at the Reserve from 5.30pm to 9.30pm, featuring a variety of stalls, children’s
activities and music. Road closures will be in place from 5.30pm, and a 25kmh speed limit will be in place on Main Road from 4.30pm.
Residents are encouraged to bring chairs and rugs and plan parking in advance.
The Blackwood Christmas Pageant is supported by the City of Mitcham and run by the Lions Club of Blackwood with the assistance of the Office of Catherine Hutchesson MP.
Carols in the Park at Centennial Park
Friday 11 December, from 5:30pm
Jubilee Complex Lawn, Centennial Park, 760 Goodwood Road, Pasadena
Gather with family and friends for an evening of remembrance and celebration. This free family event features performances
by Eve and Katie, Mitcham City Brass and two traditional busker organs, bringing a touch of nostalgia to the evening.
Children can enjoy Christmas craft activities and get creative with pavement chalk. Visitors are also invited to leave a message on the Christmas Tribute Wall in memory of loved ones. Wildflowers Café will be open from 4pm to 7pm, serving festive treats and refreshments.
Find out more
Christmas in the Park at CC Hood Reserve
Saturday 12 December, 5:30pm to 8:30pm
CC Hood Reserve, Eliza Place, Panorama
Join us for a special Christmas in the Park event on Saturday 13 December. Enjoy a free sausage sizzle, live music, a kids’ zone featuring Christmas themed crafts and activities, a bubble blower and a special visit from Bluey and her jolly old friend who knows who’s been naughty or nice. Sing along with our very own Mitcham Orchestra Carollers and soak up the festive atmosphere at this free family event, bringing our community together to celebrate Christmas. Festivities kick off at 5.30pm and finish at 8.30pm with the official activation of the Christmas lights display, marking the beginning of a nightly festive light display at the reserve.
Carols on the Oval
Sunday 20 December, 6pm to 9:15pm
Hewett Oval, Coromandel Parade, Blackwood
The Blackwood Hills Baptist Church’s Carols on the Oval will be held at Hewett Oval, Blackwood, on Sunday 20 December.
The community is invited to enjoy a free event that begins at 6pm with bouncing castles, camel rides, barn animals, craft, face painting and bubbles.
The program of carols begins at 7.50pm and will finish at 9.15pm. Free candles will be available on the night.
A sausage sizzle, donuts, tea and coffee will be available to purchase or families are welcome to bring a picnic. Bring a rug or chairs, warm blankets and coats.
In its 44th year, the BHBC Christmas Eve Carols is supported by City of Mitcham’s Grants Program.
City of Mitcham Community Christmas Brunch
Friday 25 December, 10am to 12pm
The Monastery Function Centre, Cross Road, Glen Osmond
Hosted by volunteers from the City of Mitcham and St Paul of the Cross Parish Glen Osmond/Parkside, this free community event is for people of any faith or belief who may be spending Christmas Day alone, or for those who would appreciate some extra support, companionship and festive cheer this year.
Join us for a welcoming Christmas morning with friendly faces, good company, delicious buffet brunch-style food and a relaxed festive atmosphere.
The brunch is free. Limited transport to and from the event may be available. Please let us know when registering if you require transport assistance. Please advise of any dietary, mobility, accessibility or other support requirements when registering.
What to expect:
- Buffet-style Christmas brunch
- Christmas carols
- Friendly volunteers to welcome and support guests
- Shared seating at communal tables
- Children's Christmas activity table
- A warm and inclusive environment for all attendees
To book call 8372 8884 or register here