Christmas in the Gardens

Get ready for a delightful evening of Christmas Carols and a variety of amazing performances.

• Welcome to Country / Christmas Prayer - 5:10pm
• Like Angels - 5:25pm
• Deluxe Christmas Show - 5:45pm
• Christmas Stunt Show - 6:20pm
• Children's Christmas Choir - 6:45pm
• Moondance Duo - 7:05pm
• Inclusive Dance Performance - 7:45pm
• Cassy's Christmas Cheer - 8pm
• Moondance Duo - 8:35pm

Step into Santa’s Workshop, a festive wonderland where the spirit of Christmas is brought to life through fun, creativity, and holiday cheer!

What’s waiting for you in Santa’s Workshop?

Craft Your Own Elf Ears: Get into the holiday spirit by making your very own elf ears – a perfect keepsake for the season.

Decorate Gingerbread Men: Unleash your creativity while decorating delicious gingerbread cookies with frosting, candy, and sprinkles.

Storytime with Mrs. Claus: Cozy up with Mrs. Claus as she reads enchanting holiday tales that will warm your heart.

From festive crafts to magical storytelling, Santa’s Workshop offers something for everyone, from any age group, to enjoy. Whether you’re crafting, creating, or listening to timeless holiday stories, it’s a place where memories are made, and the Christmas magic truly comes alive.

Santa is making a special magical trip from the North Pole to Auburn for one night only!

Join us for a meet and greet with Santa at the following times:

• 5pm to 5:20pm
• 6:20pm to 6:40pm
• 7pm to 7:20pm
• 7:40pm to 8pm
• 8:20pm to 8:40pm

We appreciate your patience as you wait in line to meet Santa.

Join us for a delightful meet and greet with the Gingerbread Man at the following times:

• 5:20pm to 5:40pm
• 6pm to 6:20pm
• 6:40pm to 7pm
• 7:20pm to 7:40pm
• 8pm to 8:20pm
• 8:40pm to 9pm

​While you wait, unleash your creativity by decorating your very own gingerbread man to take home or enjoy right away – supplies are limited, so don’t miss out!

Explore a festive wonderland, featuring an exciting array of Christmas markets and food vendors.

​Join us and enjoy FREE facepainting, airbrush and glitter tattoos for all ages.

Stall Name (Food and Drink)	Products
Fairy Floss Kingdom Pty Ltd	Glow Fairy Floss and Fresh Popcorn
Bahas taqueria	Mexican Food
Potato twisty byzam	Gluten free chips on a stick
LEMONADA CO	Classic Natural Lemonade, Zesty Lemon Strawberry, Refreshing Lemon Mint
Rolls and co	Rolled ice cream
Dapto Hotdogs	hotdogs, burgers, Chips, Wings, nuggets, Pluto pup, soft drinks
Mate Burger PTY LTD	Filipino American infused burgers, loaded fries, kids Meals, vegetarian burgers
Tokyo Lamington	Lamingtons and coffee,
Drippin Desserts	Brownie cups, donut balls, churros and strawberry cups

 

Stall Name (Retail)	Products
SA Wardobe Sydney	Women’s clothing
Styles with mehsal	Ladies artificial jewellery
suzARTeCreations	Handmade jewellery, Handmade homewares, Handmade clothing, Handmade bags
Planted Blossom	Succulents, indoor plants, garden and patio collections
Lets Have FUN	Huge range of Christmas novelty toys, Large range of light up Christmas wands and windmills
Earrings With Bling	Sparkly, handmade Earrings. Statement Dangles & Studs. Many Christmas Designs.
Sized Up Creations T/A Creatively Sewn Home	Santa Sacks, Christmas tote bags, cushions/cushion covers, scrunchies, tissue packs, key fobs.
Chloe James	jewellery including rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets and ear cuffs.
A2zcreations.co	Kids toys
Wishtoys	light-up, glow products and Novelties

 

Stall Name (Community Group)	Products
Cumberland Christian Churches & Ministries	Community Corner (information display with community services offered by churches in Cumberland)
Auburn Baptist Church	Children's Craft (Wooden Ornament Decorating, Cards of Hope) & Games (Pong Toss,)
Auburn State Emergency Service (SES)	educational activities available for the community. Our goal is to educate people as to who we are and who to call in case of an emergency in storms, floods and tsunamis.

 

Interested in attending the event or looking for more information? Let us help you out with our handy FAQs.

Where can I park?

Street parking is available on surrounding streets (Chisholm and Chiswick Roads). Please refer to parking signs to avoid any parking infringements.

What is the nearest train station/bus stop to this event?

Auburn Train Station is the closest station to Auburn Botanic Gardens.

What is the best way to get to this event?

This event can be accessed via any transportation option however we strongly encourage patrons to travel via public transport. Plan your trip by public transport

A FREE shuttle bus will be running between 4.30pm and 9.30pm between Auburn Train Station and Auburn Botanic Gardens.  Buses are accessibly friendly and run in a loop every 20 minutes.

Is there disabled parking and access at this event?

This event aims to be accessibly-friendly with wheelchair access, accessible bathrooms and accessible parking. For any accessibility requests, email events@cumberland.nsw.gov.au

Can we bring our own food?

You can bring your own food but why would you? There will be plenty of tasty and affordable food options on the day!

Are there Vegan/Vegetarian/Gluten Free food options?

Participating food vendors cater for various dietary needs. Please check with the food vendor if you are unsure.

Can we bring alcohol?

Auburn Botanic Gardens is an alcohol-free zone. Any alcohol brought onsite will be confiscated by the police.

Can I smoke or vape at the event?

Smoking and vaping are not permitted in the gardens.

Can I bring a shade shelter/marquee?

For safety reasons you are unable to bring your own shade shelter/marquee to this event.

Is this event free?

This event is free to attend, and no tickets or registration is required.

Is this event 18+? Is this a family friendly event?

This event is a family friendly event.

What items are prohibited?

• Airhorns and silly string
• Animals (except for authorised guide dogs and assistance animals)
• Alcohol
• Clothing that is Suburb or Gang related
• Glass
• Fireworks, flares or explosives
• Illegal substances
• Poles, sticks and banners/flags
• Weapons or knives

Is this event pet friendly?

Pets are not permitted into Auburn Botanic Gardens as they can harm native animals within the park.

You can bring your assistance animal into the park, provided you have reasonable proof that it is an assistance animal. One of the following items or documents is sufficient:

• A coat, cape, vest, badge or harness or similar visible item worn by the animal that is provided from the accredited organisation and clearly identifies the animal as an assistance animal.
• A permit from Transport for NSW, Guide Dogs Australia, mindDog Australia, Assistance Dogs International

The person with the assistance animal is responsible for keeping the animal under effective control at all times and removing any faeces deposited by the animal.

What happens if it rains on the day?

In the event of adverse weather, Council may choose to cancel or postpone the event. Notification will be provided via council’s social media channels. If you wish to confirm the events status, please call councils events team on 8757 9000.

Can I be a Stallholder?

Stallholder applications for this event have now closed.

Is there ATM’s available on the day?

ATM’s are available at this event.  All stallholders accept cashless payments.

Will there be fireworks at this event?

There will be no fireworks at this event.

What happens to lost property?

Any lost property handed to security or event staff during the event will be kept at the Event Site Office.  Items not collected during the event will be taken back to Council’s Administration Building if not collected before the event concludes.

Will there be any road closures in place for this event?

There are no road closures in place for this event.  All activities are contained to the park grounds.