Christmas is coming, and with it brings a host of vibrant events at Barangaroo to enjoy with friends and loved ones. Head down to Barangaroo Reserve to enjoy free Christmas ukulele concerts, discover native living Christmas trees adorned with artwork created by First Nations artist Taleena Simon along the waterfront, see Santa in The Streets of Barangaroo while you shop for gifts, and celebrate the festive spirit with Mov’in Bed’s Christmas classics after you sip and dine at Barangaroo’s best bars and restaurants.
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MERRY UKE-MAS
A free unique and unforgettable Christmas concert series, Merry Uke-Mas, will fill Barangaroo Reserve with joy every Sunday 8 – 22 December from 4 – 7pm.
Gather your friends, pack your picnic mats and favourite snacks and enjoy the live music amidst the stunning six-hectare headland of Barangaroo Reserve. Budding musicians can learn the songs from the downloadable songbook, bring their own ukuleles and join in the strumming – or just sit back, relax, and immerse themselves in the sounds of a tropical Christmas.
NATIVE LIVING CHRISTMAS TREES
This Christmas, set your sights on Barangaroo’s unique festive experience that celebrates Indigenous culture and the beauty of the area’s native flora through breathtaking Native Living Christmas Trees.
As you wander through Barangaroo, each tree will invite you on a journey through time, sharing the stories of the precinct and its deep-rooted connection to First Nations people. Renowned First Nations artist, Taleena Simon, has adorned each tree with her artwork, weaving in tales of connection, community, and cultural heritage. Designed by Nadia Duran, the living trees are created with an array of vibrant Australian native plants that can be found right in Barangaroo Reserve.
DRINK & DINE ON THE WATERFRONT
Catch up with friends and loved ones this Christmas at any of Barangaroo’s 40+ drink and dining spots. Experience a melting pot of cultures – from Spanish tapas at Born by Tapavino to Italian at Bottega Coco, and a modern twist on Japanese cuisine at Rekodo. Perfect for end of year drinks, experience Sax Bar’s Aperitivo Hour or drop by French all-day café Saisons for happy hour specials.
For a gorgeous waterfront view, visit love.fish and celebrate the holiday with locally and sustainably sourced seafood. Or for a luxury Christmas dinner, book a spot with a’Mare or Oncore at Crown Sydney.
STEP UP YOUR SHOPPING
Check off your Christmas shopping list at Barangaroo, where there’s something for food, fashion and fitness lovers – and everything in between. Impress the foodie in your life with an unforgettable cocktail or cooking masterclass at Bottega Coco, handcrafted chocolates from OH! Boo Chocolates, or a voucher for a sparkling night at Lotus Dining.
For fashion gifts stop by M.J. Bale, Nina Armando and Paspaley to shop new accessories and head to Title Store for your niche finds, out-of-print and hard-to-find books, films and music. If you’re in a pinch, Flowers for Everyone is sure to please with stunning festive arrangements and lavish hampers available for same-day delivery and in store pick up. Or spoil your loved ones with a voucher for Crown Spa, or support their wellness journey with a membership or class pass to Fitness First Titanium Barangaroo.
FESTIVE FUN IN THE STREETS
Get ready to jingle and jive in The Streets of Barangaroo from 28 November – 19 December, with Santa appearances, free live music and local goodies galore. Try your luck with a festive claw machine for the chance to win vouchers to spend at select retailers – with a few golden ticket prizes up for grabs.
MOV’IN BED OUTDOOR CINEMA EXPERIENCE
Cosy up this summer with friends and family at the city’s hottest outdoor cinema experience, Mov’in Bed. With 280 tons of white sand and 150 plush queen-size cloud-like beds, guests can settle in to catch Christmas classics including The Grinch Who Stole Christmas (20 December), Elf (21 December) and Love Actually (22 December).
Barangaroo’s new Metro now means it’s easier than ever to explore Sydney’s green harbour-side oasis and bustling dining scene.
For more details and further information, visit the Barangaroo website.
