Welcome

Thank you to everyone who contributed to Christmas 2022 project. Your feedback is valuable and appreciated.

The engagement was promoted via many channels including the City's online Have Your Say page, Community Update, social media, and newsletter articles.


Every year, Geelong becomes a special place at Christmas.

In 2022 we have an exciting offering of new events and activities alongside our traditional favourites.

Once you have visited the many activities or experiences on offer, please take our online survey below to tell us what you think of our program and/or your favourite thing about Christmas. You could go in the draw to win one of three $100 gift cards.

By sharing your views and ideas, you're helping us evaluate the value of the Christmas program to our local community and plan our future programs.

The survey and competition is now closed.

The 2022 winners:

1. Sarah S.

2. Matisse D.

3. Amanda M.

Enjoying Christmas across Greater Geelong?

Tell us what you think of our program.

What do you love about Christmas in Geelong?

Tell us in one sentence. Please note your username and response will be shown publicly.

12 January, 2023

JackieD says:

I love the Christmas tree but it needs to keep enclosing. More festive lights are really in the city and especially the Water Front.

5 January, 2023

Spiro Mutandi says:

I love that it brings families together, the giant tree, the decorations, the city light displays, and the Christmas light house decorations

29 December, 2022

Melissa Wolfe says:

We took my 82 year old Mother & her younger sister for there first ever Santa Photos and ride on the carousel with our two daughters.

29 December, 2022

Ann Daniell says:

I love Christmas in Geelong because there is a wonderful focus on family activities. Bright lights and beautiful displays for all to enjoy.

29 December, 2022

Leonie says:

We loved the Santa morning tea at the carousel and the arts and crafts.

29 December, 2022

Anon says:

I love the morning tea with Santa at the carousel, Floating Christmas tree and selfie trail

29 December, 2022

Cyndigirl says:

I love all things Christmas from the very first night our magnificent Christmas tree lights up.Santa in Westfield and seeing children queue

28 December, 2022

Jessica says:

I love that the community comes together to celebrate and help one another

23 December, 2022

Jenny says:

Kids love the trail

21 December, 2022

Pdun17 says:

Santa’s workshop on little Malop st! The staff are super friendly, she even helped my 3-year-old write “to mum” in his card- best gift ever!

21 December, 2022

Kathy says:

I love the smiles on my grandkids faces as they discover something wonderful and different around the city each time we visit.

19 December, 2022

MrsB says:

My kids had a wonderful time at Santa’s Workshop on Little Malop St. The staff were friendly and it was a great experience for kids