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Celebrate the festive season in style with our fun Christmas activities in Australia! Whether you’re looking for large family activities or want to get to know your team outside the office, we have plenty of Christmas ideas that are perfect for every type of special occasion.
Learn how to shake and stir cocktails with friends, bring the family together for a festive lunch or make handmade Christmas decorations to put up in the office. Whatever your interests are, there truly is something for everyone to have fun and create special memories this holiday season.
Plus, no matter where you are in Australia, you’ll be able to find Christmas party ideas in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and beyond. Simply scroll through our website, find your favourite workshop and get ready to bring your friends, family and colleagues to our one-of-a-kind Christmas experiences. After all, there’s nothing better than spending quality time with the ones you love! Keen to dive right in? Read on to discover our favourite Christmas activities for every type of event you’re planning, all guaranteed to spread the festive cheer.
Celebrate the end-of-year party with your team
As we approach the end of another year, it's time to start planning how to celebrate with your team. And what better way to do so than by joining in on some fun, festive activities that not only bring joy but also promote team bonding? Find a variety of delightful Christmas party ideas in Australia that are perfect for reconnecting with your team while having a good time. For large gatherings, we recommend our unique paint and sip classes! Step inside a funky art studio, where you and your team unwind over a canvas and some fine wine. This is a great way for your team to let loose, tap into their inner artist and enjoy their favourite drink.
For teams who prefer a quieter, more intimate setting, pottery classes are the perfect choice. Sink your hands into clay and be surprised at what you can make. Whether you prefer wheel throwing, ceramic painting or clay hand building, all of our pottery classes invite you to leave your worries at the door and feel relaxed and rejuvenated; perfect for stressed-out teams as 2025 comes to a close.
The best part about these activities? They're perfect for people of all skill levels. Whether your team are complete beginners or love getting creative, our art and craft classes make it easy for everyone to learn a new skill and have fun along the way. So this holiday season, swap the traditional office drinks for one of our unique Christmas party activities and reconnect with your team on a whole new level. It'll be one of the best team building activities you try!
Bring the family together for festive celebrations
Get ready to create unforgettable memories and strengthen family bonds with our range of exciting Christmas party ideas for the whole family. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for a large family gathering or want a small and intimate one, we’ve got you covered. This year, bring the family together and learn how to cook a spectacular Christmas feast at one of our cooking classes. Gather around a warm kitchen filled with mouth-watering aromas, get the kids involved and enjoy each other's company as you learn to make something amazing. Looking for a unique Christmas activity? Learn to make traditional Indian holiday recipes at this exotic Christmas cooking class in Bentleigh East, VIC. Run by Heavenly Morsel Melbourne, this class not only promises a fun afternoon, but also culminates in a delicious homemade lunch that the entire family can sit back and enjoy. Run Australia's Spice Queen, Tanya Carneiro, this luxurious and sensory experience will introduce you to the wonders of regional Indian cuisine. Julia Do did one of Tanya's vegan Indian cooking classes and said: "Tanya is a gorgeous and passionate teacher with practical knowledge to inspire healthy and nutritious vegan cooking at home. Great selection of delicious dishes from all over India." Cheers to that!
Got a family full of sweettooths? You can't go wrong with one of our baking and dessert classes in Australia! Learn how to bake French macarons in Perth or decorate your own gingerbread house in Sydney. Perfect for both kids and adults, you'll love learning to decorate your own festive masterpiece while enjoying some friendly family competition. At the end of the class, you'll be left with beautiful (and edible) creations that serve as charming decorations or mouth-watering treats!
For family members who live far away, we have virtual Christmas party activities too. To enjoy our fun art, craft and cooking classes, all you need is a computer/phone/tablet and a good internet connection. Our virtual Xmas party idea are designed for everyone to enjoy – no matter where they are in Australia. Whether it’s making clay Christmas ornaments together or joining an online cooking class, there’s no shortage of options for family members near and far. There's no reason *not* to feel the joy of Christmas together in 2025. Keen to discover more? Check out these 6 festive and fun Christmas party ideas to try in 2025.
Throw the ultimate Friendsmas party in 2025
As the festive season approaches, it's time to start thinking about how you can best celebrate this special occasion with your friends. A 'Friendmas' party is the best way to do exactly that! Gather your closest pals, share laughs and create unforgettable memories with one of our end-of-year party ideas. After all, Friendsmas is all about celebrating Christmas with your chosen family—your friends! It's an opportunity to show appreciation towards your loved ones and celebrate the festive season together. If you’re thinking of hosting a Friendsmas party in 2025, find our fun party ideas that will elevate everyone’s Christmas spirit.
One of the most exciting events to include in your Friendsmas fiesta is a Christmas cocktail making class. Not only does it offer an interactive way to enjoy some quality time together but also leaves you with mixology skills you can use long after the Christmas lights have been packed away. Shake up refreshing cocktails infused with festive flavours like cranberry, cinnamon and mint, or learn how to mix your very own unique blend in the bar! It’s an amazing way to have a good time with your friends and enjoy your delicious cocktails at the end.
If cocktails aren't everyone’s cup of tea, consider adding a flower wreath-making class to your Friendsmas mix. Christmas wreath classes provide a calm and intimate space, where you’ll learn how to DIY flower wreaths. Use eucalyptus leaves or native Australian flowers like bottle brushes or Waratahs and make something special to hang in your home for the holiday season.
These Christmas party activities are more than just casual fun, they’re perfect for catering to different interests within your friendship group. So this festive season, discover unique ways to celebrate Christmas in Australia with your friends. Whether you're crafting beautiful flower wreaths or making deliciously festive cocktails, throwing a Friendsmas party is sure to create treasured moments with your loved ones, that you can look back on for years to come.
