Local's Lane    

Local's Lane is your destination for all things fun in Frankston - get your glam on with the Glitter Gypsies, have a dance with the Itchy Feet Pep Band, take a leap and sign up for a competitive swim, let the kids loose in the FunPad Fun Bus or test out your circus skills. There's heaps happening - so take a stroll down Davey Street and take it all in. Don't forget to stop and join in the games with our Festival sponsors, Barry Plant Frankston. 

Keep scrolling to explore the Precinct or jump to a section of interest:

• Meet our Local Businesses
• Kids Activities 
• Roving Entertainment

Meet our Local Businesses

Barry Plant Frankston 
Visit our major sponsor and presenting partner of the Official Christmas Parade, Barry Plant Frankston.  In their marquee the team have created some exciting activities and a chance to win fantastic prizes! Say hello to the Barry Plant Bear, dive into the fun with Golf Putting and Bag Toss games and enjoy complimentary lollies and bottled water while you're there. 

Plus, don’t miss your opportunity to enter the Wish List “Letters to Santa” competition for a shot at winning the toy of your dreams! 

Barry Plant are proud to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation - the Barry Plant group having raised over $1 million over the last 10 years!  For every home sold in the Barry Plant network in October, a percentage of the commission was donated to this incredible cause. Swing by and join the fun—the team can't wait to see you! Return to top

PARC - Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre
Head down to the Peninsula Leisure stall and have some fun with the PARC and Frankston Skate Park teams! Our experienced Skate Park team will be there giving free skate lessons for kids and adults of all ages and skill levels!

We’ll also have LOTS of giveaways and prizes to hand out on the day.Connect with PARC on Facebook or Instagram and learn more about Frankston Skate Park on Facebook or Instagram 
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Mornington Peninsula Triathlon Club 
Visit the team from the Mornington Peninsula Triathlon Club to find out more about the Frankston Swim Classic taking place at the 2025 Waterfront Festival in February. It’s a great time to set your new summer goal, and what better way to get fit than join the local swim community right here in Frankston offering 400m, 1.2km & 2.5km distances, and new to the 2025 event – a 700m Kids Beach Run! 

Davey the Dolphin will be at the marquee, as well as a colouring station and fun sea giveaways for the kids.  If you have ever been interested in joining the local triathlon community or are interesting in finding out more about the event, have a chat to the athletes!

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Rotary Peninsula 2.0 – Duck Derby 
The team at Rotary Peninsula 2.0 will again be hosting the Official Duck Derby at the 2025 Waterfront Festival, with proceeds supporting local community organisations.  Visit the team at the Festival to purchase your entry for $10 each, with plenty of prizes up for grabs!  Be quick, as these ducks won’t last!

The Duck Derby event will take place at the 2025 Waterfront Festival on Saturday 8 February. 1,200 rubber duckies will be released into Kananook Creek from the footbridge at the end of Playne Street, racing to the collection point near Frankston Boat Hire (near Davey Street). For further details, visit Rotary Peninsula 2.0 
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Red Gum BBQ At Home 
Visit the team from Red Gum BBQ to purchase a selection of handcrafted, small-batch sauces and meat rubs to bring a true taste of Southern flavours to your own kitchen and backyard barbeque just in time for Christmas.  Red Gum BBQ gift vouchers and Christmas gift packs will also be available.

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Baden Powell Scout Group 
Scouting offers girls and boys from age 5 to 25 the chance to learn, grow, lead and thrive. Scouts learn skills that make them helpful, capable, responsible, respectful, and respected. Baden Powell Park Scouts will be offering the chance to test your climbing skills with their bouldering trailer and test your skills at hatchet throwing! We will have Christmas Tree pre-sales on the night with a 5% discount and of course, the opportunity to sign up to any of the Scout Groups in Frankston District - there's a Group near you! Return to top

Input Fitness Health Club 
Input Fitness is a welcoming, community-focused fitness and wellness destination where everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes can pursue their health goals.  Input has been supporting locals both with employment and members for 40 years.  Visit the team to see what Input has on offer and to discuss your fitness goals.  Prizes are up for grabs and equipment demonstrations with the trainers will be available! Check out what Input Fitness is all about on Instagram.  
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Roving Refills 
Visit Andrea from Roving Refills Frankston to hear about sustainable options in everyday cleaning products.  Roving Refills offers cleaning product refills and a local delivery service, with the business already reusing and refilling over 25,000 containers.  There’s even a chance to win a prize pack!  Follow Roving Refills on Instagram to see what they're all about. 
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Caravan Chai 
Visit Emily & Jim, the creative family-run team behind Caravan Chai!  With their endless passion for unique blends and quality ingredients, this is one you don’t want to miss.  The team will have exclusive “Festival only” bundle specials on offer to start your Christmas shopping, and samples of their famous range of Chai blends including the newly released blend (just in time for the festive season) - Christmas Chai. Check them out on Instagram and then head to Local's Lane to meet Emily and Jim at the Festival! 

Frankston Visitor Information Centre  
The Imagine Frankston Caddy will be selling I Love Frankston and suburbs merchandise (Seaford, Carrum Downs, Skye, Langwarrin, Langwarrin South, Sandhurst, Frankston North and Frankston South) – great for stocking stuffers this festive season!  Spin the wheel to win a prize when you sign-up to receive the e-newsletter and write down all your Christmas wishes with a Letters to Santa activity station for the kids.  If you're new to the area or perhaps just starting to think about what to do over the holidays, the Festival is a great time to chat to the team to discover all the exciting places to visit and things to do in Frankston.

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Stephanie & Co.
Stephanie & Co. are leaders within the Lash and Brow Industry; providing first class services to clients, teaching extensive lash and brow training courses, and delivering high quality eyelash extension products.  Visit Stephanie & the team at the festival for brow styling consultations, spin to win vouchers and goodies, product sales, and custom gift wrapping. 

Virtuous Merch 
Visit the Rebecca & Rob from Virtuous Merch, offering a variety of sustainable and reuseable items including beeswax wraps, hand dipped candles, wooden soap savers, soft toys, and cotton cloths.  Great stocking stuffers for the festive season ahead! Return to top 

Bohteak 
Visit Anna and the team at Bohteak and browse their pop up showroom collection of Coastal/Mediterranean furniture and homewares. Bohteak is located in Carrum Downs, and are having their annual Black Friday warehouse sale on the 30th Nov,1st and 2nd of December. Visit their stand to learn more about their beautiful sourced and designed artisan made products and hear about their Christmas Minis photography sessions too, grab a selfie at the marquee, and find out about how to enter their Christmas giveaway competition!
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Netfocus IT 
Netfocus IT offers comprehensive tech and networking support for Business + Home + Devices from their Tech Service Centre in the heart of Frankston’s vibrant Wells Street. As Apple Authorised Service Providers & Resellers, their qualifications are unique to our district, including Apple warranty & non-warranty servicing. They provide exceptional business tech support too! 
Along with tech help, this crew delivers creativity and colour to the local community. Launching their 2024 ‘Wells St. Windows’ Christmas collaboration, the ‘Festive Flight of Frankston’ kicks off at the Festival. Simply visit the Netfocus IT marquee at Locals Lane, colour a Seagull for their flock and follow socials to be in the running to win an Apple iPad (10th Generation) 64GB Wi-Fi valued at $599! Return to top

Kids Activities

Gumbuya World Train  
4:30-9:00pm 
All aboard the Gumbuya World Express train!  Thanks to our major sponsor, Gumbuya World Theme Park, climb aboard this free activity the whole family can enjoy.    
Height restrictions are 100cm to ride unaccompanied (those under 100cm must ride with an accompanied adult). 
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Interactive Circus Play 
4:30-8:30pm 
Immerse yourself in the fun and colour of the circus! Think hula hoops, spinning plates, and lots of laughter with this come and try activity, presented by the team at The Dreaming Space. Return to top 

Carl the Giant Bubble Entertainer 
4:30 – 8:30pm
Be entertained by Carl’s bubble performances throughout the evening!

The FunPad 
4:30-9:15pm 
The FunPad is a soft play centre on wheels, catering for children aged 3-12! Children are sure to be entertained on board the bus. Entry to the FunPad is free at Frankston’s Christmas Festival from 4.30-9.15pm. 
Check out what the FunPad is all about on Facebook or Instagram 
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Glitter Gypsy Mega Bar 
4.30-9pm
It's time to get your festival glam on! 
Come and see the Glitter Gypsy at the Festival to create your unique festive look at the free mega Glitter Bar onsite. Transform yourself into something magical, colourful, beautiful, and creative! 
Check out what the Glitter Gypsie's are all about on Instagram or Facebook 
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Kidz Party Wheelz Activity
4:30-9pm
All your Christmas’ have come at once with this free activation the kids will love!  Join the @kidzpartywheelz team on Davey Street and have your chance to experience all the action.  Testing your best driving skills, a selection of electric vehicles including cops & robbers and construction themes will be available to navigate the course. Electric vehicles are available to 3+ years, with a maximum weight of 30kg.  Read more about Kidz Party Wheelz here.  
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Strike & Holey Moley 
Visit the team from Strike & Holey Moley!  Enjoy mini golf activities and meet Strike Bowling’s mascot, Pinny.  Plenty of prizes to be won! Check out the fun you could be having with Holey Moley and Strike Bowling on Instagram. Return to top

Melbourne Stars Cricket Activation 
Head to the Melbourne Stars activation to join in the fun of the Big Bash! Try your hand at the Melbourne Stars bowling tunnel and get your camera ready for photos with a special visit from Starman. Chat with the team to learn more about the Melbourne Stars upcoming matches and memberships for the summer! Check out the Melbourne Stars on Instagram or Facebook. 
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Frankston Indoor Sports Centre 
Frankston Indoor Sports & Inflatable Zone is a proudly owner-operated venue, specializing in a range of sports like Indoor Cricket, Netball, Beach Volleyball, Soccer, Birthday Parties, Inflatables & Venue Hire for Private Parties. Come visit our team at the festival for a chance to join in on free activities, including soccer goal shootouts, with exciting prizes and giveaways up for grabs! Check out what they're all about on Facebook or Instagram. Return to top

Hoop City Carrum Downs
Hoop City is Australia's most advanced basketball training academy and facility that caters to future basketball stars of all ages and skill levels. Visit the team from Hoop City Carrum Downs to participate in dribbling bay and shooting activities.  Spin the wheel for your chance to win some great giveaways!  Meet Boomers legend and Frankston local, Dave Andersen. 

The Royal Pickle Club 
Enjoy an interactive Pickleball experience from Royal Pickle Club, with a condensed court and real time fun. You'll find info about the game, introduction to the rules and have a hit around. Our friendly team can show you a taste of our venue and the many session & event options that we have available. Grab some merch and enjoy a hit. This could be your new favourite sport! Return to top

Frankston District Netball Association (FDNA)  
FDNA will offer an opportunity to try netball - for any age and ability.Come and meet Vixen Mwai Kumwenda and try your hand at shooting a goal.We’ll have fun activities for children aged from 5 years – you don’t have to play netball to visit. Boys and Dads welcome too!Foxy will be there, and she takes a great selfie. Return to top

Frankston Rovers FC 
The Frankston Rovers Junior Football Club will be at the Christmas Festival providing handball and colouring-in activities, merchandise giveaways and a prize draw. Return to top

Roving Entertainment

Frankston City Band 
Blood Bank Steps (corner of Davey & Young Streets) 
5:15 & 6:30pm performances

The Frankston City Band has been playing music for pleasure and the community for over 70 years. Performing on the steps on the Blood Bank (old Centrelink building) for Frankston's Christmas Festival, the Band will bring the joy of Christmas song to your festival experience. Stop by and say hello, have a sing and a dance and see if joining the Frankston City Band is the opportunity you've been looking for. Learn more about the Frankston City Band and their practice schedules and programming here. 

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Itchy Feet Pep Band 
5:45-9:15pm  
Roving entertainment 
The Itchy Feet Pep Band is Melbourne's professional level pep band, providing corporate entertainment solutions for all events and functions. Performing top 40s music in a brass band/upbeat format while on the march from memory they create unique musical moments with an Aussie flavour. Come and see them perform at the Christmas Festival! Return to top

Stilt Divas Jingle Fairies 
Roving Entertainment 
5-9pm
These majestic, stilt walking Christmas Fairies are heralds of holiday cheer, spreading joy and wonder wherever they stride. Kind and gentle with hearts full of merriment. Mischievous twinkle in their eyes, hinting at magical surprises. Skilled entertainers delighting crowds with graceful movements & playful antics.  Return to top

Frankston Ladies Choir 
Blood Bank Steps (corner of Davey & Young Streets) 
7:30-8.30pm performance 
The most versatile choir on the Mornington Peninsula, FLC (Frankston Ladies Choir), will impress you with their dynamic range of repertoire; from the beautiful and haunting Va Pensiero through to original jazzy arrangements, witty musical theatre songs and even rock and disco (Queen, Bee Gees, Seekers & more) – much in glorious 3-part harmony.We’re very proud to have performed at the Alta Pusteria Festival in Italy, at the "The Espy" (The Esplanade Hotel, St Kilda), The Brunswick Hotel, Frankston Festival of Lights, Montsalvat Choral Festival (Eltham) and alongside the highly regarded Melbourne and Australian Welsh Male choirs.  You can be assured if you want entertainment to surprise and delight you at your important function, once seen we’re never forgotten!

Elf on a Shelf and Gingerbread Man 
5.45-8.30pm 
Come and see Elf on the Shelf and the Gingerbread Man at the Christmas Festival, brought to you by Xlent Events. Xlent Events have delightful inflatable characters, Superheroes, Halloween icons, Christmas characters and hallmark favourites that captivate kids and kids-at-heart to bespoke performers and tailored entertainment for your event. They excel in delivering joy, creativity, and professionalism to every celebration.

Hoop Army Roving 
If you have not seen them already, we have the fabulous HOOP ARMY roving around spinning their hula hoops & showing off their awesome tricks! Be sure to get a photo with them in their Christmas costumes & say hello to them as they are very friendly! If you'd like to join the Hoop Army you can via thehooparmy.com and/or follow their instagram page @hooparmy.melbourne , they have hula hoop courses for Beginners, check out their website & instagram page for more information & have a very HOOPY CHRISTMAS! with love from THE HOOP ARMY" 

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Beauty Park Precinct

Beauty Park, High Street
Always a beautiful spot to spend some time during Frankston's Christmas Festival, in the Beauty Park Precinct you can slow your pace, meander market stalls, and explore the community services exhibitions and engagement activities. With a little more space to move, this is also an ideal area to enjoy a picnic and see the fireworks at 9.15pm. 

Keep reading to explore the Precinct or jump to a section of interest:

• Little Beauty Christmas Market
• Whisky Gypsies
• Earth Flowing Wilding - Crown Making
• Reptile Encounters
• Beauty Park Community Engagement and Activations

Little Beauty Christmas Market 

4.30-9.30pm
See Beauty Park transformed into the enchanting Little Beauty Christmas Market; the perfect place to find all your Christmas gifts under the glow of the fairy lights. From beauty and wellbeing, to clothing, arts, homewares, jewellery and food and drinks this Christmas market is not-to-be-missed.

Check out the stallholders coming to the Little Beauty Christmas Festival Market here 

Whisky Gypsies

5-9pm
Be entertained by the Celtic folk-inspired music blends of the Whisky Gypsies as they add new interpretations to popular acoustic tunes. Reminiscent of the sound of a summer evening sea shanty, their haunting melancholic ballads and urban beer-soaked anthems capture the cusp of new age roots music.  Return to top

Earth Flower Wilding - Christmas Crown Making

4:30-9:00pm
Connect with nature and the spirit of Christmas through the art of imagination and joyous adornment, creating a crown with natural materials and embellishments of festivity! 

Join in the fun of Christmas crown making and decorating with artist, environmentalist & nature play advocate, Earthy Ellie, the creator and curator of Earth Flower Wilding Workshops and Programs that encompass connecting with Country, oneself, and the community.  
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Reptile Encounter Activation 

4:30-8:30pm 
Black Snake Productions is a passionately run family business dedicated to wildlife conservation through interactive education. With a huge range of incredible native animals from the home run zoo in the beautiful Yarra Ranges, Black Snake Productions will be attending with friendly bettongs, dingoes, crocodiles, pythons, owls, joeys and other amazing animals to share the vital message of conservation through a hands-on experience. Come and see Black Snake Productions at Beauty Park from 4.30-8.30pm

Please note: this activation will finish earlier to allow time for the animals and reptiles to head home before the fireworks. 
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Beauty Park Emergency Services and Community Engagement Activations

SES  
Visit the SES team and learn about the important role that SES play in our community. The team will be onsite providing guidance on how members of the community can prepare themselves for flood and storm emergencies. You can also check out some of their equipment, the SES truck and come say hi to Paddy the Platypus!

Victoria Police  
Say hi to the Victoria Police team at the festival!  Meet some of the local members, and you may even get the chance to sit in the highway patrol vehicle or the dune buggy for a photo. 

St John CPR Lab 
St John Mobile CPR Lab is an exciting way to help people learn and improve their lifesaving skills for free.​ The 10-minute interactive sessions teach CPR – delivered via state-of-the-art facility, equipped with bluetooth-connected manikins to provide immediate feedback on individual CPR techniques.  

Frankston Football Club – Community BBQ
Since being established in 1887, the Frankston Football Club has been a central figure in the world of Australian Rules Football on the Mornington Peninsula. The Club will be running the Community BBQ for the festival.  Head to the Young Street pedestrian crossing to Beauty Park and support the Club by purchasing a sausage and soft drinks/water. Memberships and merchandise will also be available for purchase, and you may even get a chance to meet Flippa!

Stardust Fairies 
Our Stardust Fairies, believe in creating unforgettable fairy tale inspired experiences for all ages from 1 to 100 years old.This year we are over the candy cane moon to be part of the Christmas Festival in Frankston, offering a magical experience where imagination and festive spirit come to life. Our whimsical face painting will invite and transform your little sprites into glittering fairies, festive reindeers, snowflakes, or their favourite holiday elf, crafted with love and creativity by our amazing fairy artists.
But we don’t just paint face, we create magic. With a focus on inclusivity, our team welcomes children of all backgrounds, abilities, and needs, ensuring that everyone feels seen, celebrated, and part of the festive magic. Our interactive storytelling, seasonal games, and interactive activities bring families together in a safe, joyous environment, full of giggles and Christmas cheer.
Whether you're exploring the twinkling lights or seeking a moment of festive fun, Stardust Fairies is here to add a little extra sparkle to your Christmas memories. We can’t wait to fairy share the magic with you at the Christmas Festival in Frankston!

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Carnival Rides and Showbags

In 2024 the Christmas Festival Rides Carnival is relocating to the car park between Tasman Meats and the Medical Centre on Young Street. Little thrill-seekers will also be able to find some smaller rides with the European Christmas Village Precinct, proudly presented by Gumbuya World, opposite the Frankston Arts Centre car park entrance.     

Frankston Christmas Carnival 
12pm-9.30pm (early start!)
Young Street East Carpark (behind Young Street Medical / Tasman Meats)

Head to the Frankston Christmas Carnival on the night of the Frankston Christmas Festival for a night of dips and thrills with rides for families, children and teenagers. Entry to the Carnival is FREE on the night of Frankston's Christmas Festival and you can buy your tokens on the night or online before you arrive to save time. 

Additional rides are available in the European Christmas Village proudly presented by Gumbuya World Theme Park, for the night of Frankston's Christmas Festival only. 

Ride Tokens  
Visit one of the many ticket booths on site to purchase your ride tokens. Valued at $4 each, tokens can be used towards all rides at the event, as per the prices outlined below. 

Advance Ticket Sales  
Purchase your ride tickets in bulk prior to the event for your chance to save.   
Click here to learn more: https://smartamusements.com.au/frankston/

BULK BUY TOKENS and SAVE!
1 Token = $4
Purchase 13 Tokens for $50 Save $2!
Purchase 30 Tokens for $100, save $20!
Click here to buy your tickets online before the event

Showbags   
4:30-9:30pm
Showbags will be available in the Christmas Carnival and along Davey Street
All of your favourite event showbags will be available at Frankston's Christmas Festival. From Sesame Street, Paw Patrol and Pokemon; to Barbie, Sonic and Harry Potter there's a character showbag for every member of the family; and for those with a sweet tooth, Cadbury and Darrel Lea showbags will not disappoint. 

Please note: there is no longer a Rides and Amusement zone in Baxter Street.  This has relocated to the Young Street East carpark (behind the Young Street Medical Centre and Tasman Meats) as part of the new Frankston’s Christmas Carnival, which will run from Friday 29 November – Sunday 8 December (Friday - Sunday nights only).

Frankston's Christmas Carnival will operate: 

Friday 29th November: 5pm-10.30pm

Saturday 30th November: 12noon-10.30pm – Frankston Christmas Festival special event night

Sunday 1^st December: 12noon-9.30pm

Friday 6th December 5pm – 10.30pm

Saturday 7th December 12noon – 10.30pm

Sunday 8th December 12noon – 9.30pm

Please note: All you can ride wristbands will not be available for the Frankston Christmas Carnival.

Free Christmas Activities 

Between 4.30 and 9.30pm the Frankston Arts Centre, Cube 37 and the Frankston Library will be a-buzz with free Christmas activities for all of the family to enjoy. From Christmas craft to a Looney Tunes Christmas Extravaganza live on stage, a family portrait for the photo wall and don’t forget a visit to Santa’s House. It's all here in the arts, entertainment and activity hub. 

Keep scrolling to explore all of the activities across the Precinct or jump to a section of interest below:

• Frankston Arts Centre - Live Stage Show, Ugly Christmas Sweater Portraits, and Kids' Activities
• Cube 37 - Santa's House and Kids' Activities
• Frankston Library - Storytime, Low Sensory Space, Letters to Santa, Giving Tree
• Frankston Library Forecourt - Melbourne Puppet Kerfuffle, Face-painting, Arts and Crafts 
  
  

Frankston Arts Centre Activities

Looney Tunes Christmas Extravaganza Live Stage Show 
Frankston Arts Centre Theatre  
5pm, 6pm, 7pm and 8pm

It's a Looney Christmas Extravaganza! Join Bugs, Tweety and Sylvester as they help our host put on an all-singing, all-dancing Christmas show, featuring some pop hits and Christmas favourites.

Make sure you schedule in to see one of the four free shows in the Frankston Arts Centre theatre during the festival.  Shows run for approximately 20-25 minutes, are free to attend, and cannot be booked in advance. Admission will be on a first come first served basis (capacity is limited). Doors open from 4:30pm.Return to top

Looney Tunes – Daffy Duck Meet and Greet 
Frankston Arts Centre Foyer 
4:30 – 8:30pm

Head to the foyer in the Frankston Arts Centre to meet the one and only Daffy Duck! Daffy will be running Meet and Greet sessions, appearing every 30 minutes at 4.30pm, 5.30pm, 6.30pm and 7.30pm, ready for high-fives, waves and good times. Return to top

Ugly Christmas Sweater Photo Shoots 
Frankston Arts Centre  
4:30-9pm

Awkward Portraits is Melbourne's original and best provider of (intentionally) daggy portraiture. Taking normal good-looking people, they dress them in horrid outfits, place them in uncomfortable poses, and photograph them for years of enjoyment! Visit Frankston Arts Centre to have your chance to be part of the fun! 

Costumes and props are provided, unless you want to come fully equipped in your own daggy Christmas attire.  Due to the demand for this free activity, this will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Check out the Awkward Portraits website or visit Awkward Portraits on Instagram 
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Cube 37 Activities

Santa’s House 
Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre 
5-9pm
Here’s your chance to tell Santa all your Christmas wishes and snap your own picture with the jolly man himself to take home.

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Festive Craft Activities
Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre 
5-9pm
St Luke’s Anglican Church, Frankston Church of Christ and Maranatha Church Fellowship will be offering free festive crafts throughout the evening.  Imagine colourful Christmas baubles and star ornaments made from recycled Christmas cards that you can take home to hang on the tree or make your very own wrapping paper.  There’s fun for all the family to enjoy! Return to top

Sasi Exhibition 
Cube 37 
5-9pm 
Statewide Autistic Services (SASI) is pleased to invite you to a vibrant display of contemporary art, celebrating the exceptional work of the autistic and disabled community.  

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Frankston Library Activities

Frankston Library Christmas Festival Activities
4:30 – 8pm 
Join us for an enchanting Storytime experience at the Frankston Library every hour at 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30pm (special Story Time with Mrs Claus), lasting around 25 delightful minutes.

Story time with Mrs Claus - 7.30pm* 
Join us for a magical Story Time with Mrs. Claus. Gather around as the beloved Mrs. Claus shares enchanting Christmas tales that will bring the spirit of Christmas to life through storytelling. Don’t miss out on this experience—Mrs. Claus is waiting to share her favourite story and spread some Christmas joy!  *Other story time sessions are also scheduled for 4.30pm, 5.30pm &, 6.30pm, inside the library

Sensory Space - 4.30-8.00pm 
Peninsula Autism Friendship Group is an autistic-led, non-profit organisation providingconnection and support to neurodivergent individuals and their families.We will be offering a calm sensory space for families who need a break from the excitementof the Frankston Christmas Festival. The space will include sensory activities, space tounwind, and supportive facilitators.

Dive into the world of books, sing your favourite songs, and dance along with our talented storytellers. Plus, keep an eye out for some very special surprise guests throughout the evening!

Don’t forget to write and send your letter to Santa while you’re here! 

Our friendly staff will be on hand to share all the amazing free services the Library offers, including fantastic events for both kids and adults. Sign up for a Library membership that night and you’ll also be entered into a draw for a wonderful holiday book hamper!

If you need a little quiet time, the library is the perfect retreat. Enjoy a soothing children’s Christmas movie in the cozy Long Room, complete with kick bricks and Duplo toys to help you unwind.

Before you leave, don’t miss out on our exclusive brand-new Library tote bag for just $4 or a stylish pen for only $1. We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you! 

Read more about the wonderful services Frankston Library offers here and follow the Library on Facebook and Instagram 
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Frankston Library Giving Tree 
In partnership with local charities Frankston Life Community and Community Support Frankston, Council is encouraging residents to support our local community by gifting non-perishable food items and toys to the Frankston City Libraries Christmas Giving Tree.Food items suitable for donation include canned fruit or vegetables, packets of cereal, pasta, rice, biscuits and pre-cooked desserts (for example: puddings, fruit cake, mince pies) containers of jam, spreads and sauces. (No alcohol please).

Non-perishable items donated at the giving tree will be passed on to local people struggling this Christmas. Hampers with the donated items will be distributed at the Frankston Life Community Christmas Lunch. Donations of brand new toys for all age ranges are also welcome. Donated gifts can also include, books, colouring books, pencils and other items suitable for children to use and play with all year round. (Items that have been used cannot be accepted)

Community Support Frankston Inc. is a not-for-profit community support agency which provides services including emergency food, grocery vouchers, help with utility bills, referrals and advocacy for people who live, or work in the City of Frankston. 

Start your night at Frankston's Christmas Festival by donating to this great community cause. Donations are being accepted until Friday 20th December.

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Frankston Library Forecourt Activities

Melbourne Puppet Kerfuffle 
Library Forecourt 
4:45pm & 6pm (30 min shows)

Melbourne Puppet Kerfuffle's colourful and family-friendly puppets will delight you with a fun storyline, hilarious jokes, catchy songs, and plenty of puppet surprises! The puppet performance is designed for all ages and runs for approximately 30 minutes. 

Melbourne Puppet Kerfuffle presents "Surprise, Surprise- It's Christmas!".  Join Chris as he searches for the perfect Christmas surprise at his local all-puppet-run prank shop. The puppets have loads of ideas, many of which may not be particularly helpful! Will Chris find what he's looking for? What surprises do the puppets have in store? Join us as we laugh, sing, and get silly, as well as find out some of the things that puppets can do that humans can't!

Melbourne Puppet Kerfuffle is the brainchild of Chris Elkington and Rob Irvin, who have been performing together since 2021. They love performing puppets to people of all ages in schools, kinders, aged-care centres, libraries, events and festivals in Victoria and interstate. They know that puppets speak to (are heard by) people in surprising ways and aim to bring puppet joy into people's lives.Return to top

Hot Arts – Christmas Ornament Making Activity 
Library Forecourt 
4:30-8:15pm 
Join Mornington Peninsula artists, Amanda Nelson, as she shows us how to transform simple, often recycled or easily accessible materials into gorgeous and unique Christmas ornaments. A free interactive program or young people aged 4+ and their guardians, this Hot Arts for Cool Kids activity is a wonderful way for families to explore artistic expression together at Frankston's Christmas Festival.

Stardust Fairies Face Painting 
4:30-8:15pm 
Our Stardust Fairies will be designing unforgettable face-painting creations for all ages from 1 to 100 years old at Frankston's Christmas Festival. Our whimsical face painting will invite and transform your little sprites into glittering fairies, festive reindeers, snowflakes, or their favourite holiday elf, crafted with love and creativity by our amazing fairy artists.

Stardust Fairies don’t just paint faces, we create magic. With a focus on inclusivity, our team welcomes children of all backgrounds, abilities, and needs, ensuring that everyone feels seen, celebrated, and part of the festive magic. Our interactive storytelling, seasonal games, and interactive activities bring families together in a safe, joyous environment, full of giggles and Christmas cheer.

Whether you're exploring the twinkling lights or seeking a moment of festive fun, Stardust Fairies is here to add a little extra sparkle to your Christmas memories at the Christmas Festival in Frankston!

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Mermaid Tarielle 
Performance Times – 4.30pm, 5.15pm, 6.30pm and 7.15pm 
Mermaid Tarielle is Melbourne’s leading professional mermaid performer, known internationally for her unique blend of artistry and passion. You may have seen her on Australian reality TV show Beauty and the Geek, performing at SeaLife Aquarium in Berlin, and for SeaSerpent Cruises in Egypt! 
Driven by a deep love for the ocean and performance, Tarielle has mastered the art of storytelling through her enchanting mermaid character, creating memorable moments for all ages. Her one-of-a-kind mermaid tail is designed with intricate detail, offering a lifelike and incredibly realistic experience, bringing the magic of the ocean to life! 
Come and visit Tarielle in the Library forecourt during Frankston's Christmas Festival. 

Fizz Kidz 
4.30pm - 8pm 
Come and join Fizz Kidz at the Frankston Christmas Festival, where kids can dive into festive fun by making their own Christmas Crowns and Snow Globes! The craft station will be offering everything they need to create these magical holiday keepsakes, perfect for bringing the Christmas spirit home. Don’t miss out on this joyful experience - see you there! 👑🧑‍🎄🌲

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Read more about what's happening at Frankston's Christmas Festival here