Join us in spreading the warmth and cheer as we usher in the most wonderful time of the year with our exciting line up of free, family-friendly Christmas events.

Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said these events are a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to connect, make memories, and enjoy the festivities,

“Council loves bringing the community together for our annual Christmas events, celebrating the joy and spirit of the season.

“These events are about supporting our community, our local artisans and our local businesses, all while having fun with family, friends and neighbours.

“With 60 unique market stalls, you'll be spoilt for choice at our Christmas Markets. Discover creative, one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting local artists and small businesses. This pet-friendly event features live entertainment, food trucks, and free Santa photos.

“Christmas would not be Christmas without carols. Accompanied by the Northern Beaches Orchestra and our Community Christmas Choir, Scott Irwin returns to Manly Oval as our host, accompanied by the delightful Danielle Barnes-Irwin, Tilli Kay, Monique Raso and performances by The Dance House.  

“Also joining the Christmas Choral Concert this year are the wonderful Cameron Daddo and Ashleigh Rubenach who will have you singing together all night long.

“Council’s Christmas by the Beach is set to be a blast. The evening includes a fun children’s show with live entertainment, a Christmas stage show, carols and free facepainting and photos with Santa. Enjoy a joyous family event,” Mayor Heins said.

Find out more on each event here:

Christmas Markets – Sunday 1 December
Lakeside Park, Narrabeen
8am - 2pm
Event: 60 market stalls, 3 food trucks and live entertainment
Activity: free Santa photos onsite 
For more information visit our website

Christmas Choral Concert – Thursday 5 December
Manly Oval, Manly 
Show commences from 6.30pm (gates open at 5pm)
Event: bring your own picnic, choose from the 11 food trucks onsite or takeaway from one of the many local Manly restaurants
Activities: free popcorn for the first 2,000 attendees, face painting and airbrush tattoos, 
For more information visit our website

Christmas by the Beach – Friday 13 December
James Meehan Reserve, Dee Why
4 - 7pm
Event: bring your own picnic, choose from the 7 food trucks or takeaway from one of the many local Dee Why restaurants
Activities: free Santa photos onsite and face painting 
For more information visit our website

The Christmas Markets, Christmas Choral Concert and Christmas by the Beach are produced by Northern Beaches Council and proudly supported by our event partners Cunninghams Real Estate and Northern Beaches Honda for their support.