- Meet and greet with roaming Santa
- FREE face painting & balloon twisting
- FREE kids craft zone & bauble decorating
- FREE festive kids entertainment
- FREE reptile petting zoo
- Acapella Christmas carolling angels
Christmas Spectacular at Lynwood Country Club. Saturday 16 December. From 4pm to late.
Join Lynwood CC for an evening under the starry sky, featuring delectable food trucks, a charming crafts market for unique gifts, and an outdoor movie that will warm your heart (The Grinch). To end the night on a high they will have a breathtaking fireworks display that will light up the night. For more information see here.
Santa Runs
Talk about a Hills tradition! For over 40 years now, volunteers have been spreading joy throughout the Hills on their annual Santa Runs. This is a fabulous event that brings neighbours together and it’s the perfect way to say thanks and offer a small donation if the firies are collecting. It all starts this weekend! Here’s a summary of what’s on in the Hills. Enjoy!
- Rouse Hill Fire Brigade Santa Lolly Run – Saturday 16 December
- Box Hill Nelson Brigade – Saturday 16 December
- Westleigh Rural Fire Brigade Santa Run – Sunday 17 December
- Dural Rural Fire Brigade Santa Run – Sunday 17 December
- Galston Rural Fire Brigade Santa Run – Sunday 17 December
See the following article for full details – Santa Runs in the Hills.
Christmas Carols
- Thornleigh Community Christmas Carols. Sunday 17 December at Headon Park from 5pm to 9pm.
- Carols on the Lawn. Kellyville Anglican Church. Sunday 17 December. From 5.30pm. Carols start at 7pm.
- Christmas Spectacular at Hillsong. Saturday 16 December and Sunday 17 December. Shows at 4pm and 7pm (plus additional show at 1pm on Sunday). Tickets are only $5. Buy your tickets here.
Christmas Lights
We produce a list of lights in the Hills each year. Click here to view. If we’re missing any great lights or you can provide an exact address, please email us at hello@hillsdistrictmums.com.au. If any listed are not going ahead, please let us know. Also, if you have a photo of any we’d love to see it – send it to us at hello@hillsdistrictmums.com.au.
Sydney Zoo’s Christmas Animal Kingdom
From 24 November to 24 December, Sydney Zoo in Eastern Creek will transform into a magical Christmas wonderland blending wildlife, wonder, and the spirit of the season. The event will feature millions of festive lights, breathtaking Christmas displays, 4,000 animals, entertainment and FREE activities for all.
Explore the Magical Snow Land, zip down the giant snow slide, wander into Candyland and decorate your own gingerbread, get crafty at the Elves workshop, check out Rudolph’s Barn, take a spin on the roller rink or post a letter express to the North Pole at Mrs. Claus’ Post Office. Plus, no visit would be complete without the jolly man in red. You can even capture the moment with a professional Santa photo to take home. And every child will receive a FREE gift from Santa!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the ultimate Christmas celebration alongside your favourite animals at Sydney Zoo’s Christmas Animal Kingdom. For more details and to purchase tickets see here.
Get your photo with Santa
Santa has arrived at shopping centres. Don’t miss your chance to get a photo!
- Castle Towers – Santa has already arrived at his enchanted forest set. Bookings can be made here.
- Rouse Hill Town Centre – Santa is once again doing photos in his gorgeous house. There are also pet Santa sessions too.
- Winston Hills Mall – Santa is back in his cottage! Bookings for photos can be made here.
- Seven Hills Plaza – sessions available for bookings from 2 December. Bookings for photos can be made here.
- Stanhope Village
- North Rocks Shopping Centre
Other ideas
- Christmas in the Park hosted by the Kellyville Rural Fire Brigade. Barry Road Reserve North Kellyville. Saturday 16 December. 11am to 2pm.
- The Farm at Lynwood Country Club. Every Sunday 11.00am – 2.00pm. Bring the kids along to see rabbits, birds and sheep! They’ll be entertained by the animal feedings and learn about life on the farm.
- Rouse Hill Estate open to the public. Every Sunday. 10am to 4pm.
- Go for a bush walk. Here are our favourite kid friendly bush walks in the Hills.
- Go for a bike or scooter ride. Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths.
Other articles that might interest you:
- The Ultimate Guide to Christmas in the Hills
- 2023/24 Summer School Holiday Guide
- Best playgrounds for Under 5s
- Day trips from the Hills
- Parks & coffee – a mum’s perfect combination
Did you know it’s free to list your event on hillsdistrictmums.com.au? We use our calendar to compile this list! List your event for FREE here.
