Santa is coming to town! Get ready to sing, dance and be merry at Carols in Queens Park 2026
With market stalls, food trucks and the opportunity to get a photo with Santa, Queens Park is set to come alive with fun, food and plenty of Christmas cheer on Saturday, 5 December at Carols in Queens Park 2026.
Beloved local resident and Broadway star Bobby Fox, best known for his performances in Jersey Boys, Hairspray and Mamma Mia, is returning to host the event for the second year in a row, after he was first scouted by the Moonee Valley City Council events team at his Citizenship Ceremony.
Fox will be joined on stage by much-loved actor, singer and Play School presenter Justine Clarke, who will join in the fun and perform some songs of her own.
For the first time ever, there will be a mini-Christmas market and kids will have the opportunity to get a free photo with Santa before the carols begin.
An array of food trucks and children’s activities will be back for another year to keep the little ones entertained for hours.
This family-friendly event is a mainstay in the Moonee Valley calendar and the 2026 event is set to be bigger and better than ever, says Moonee Valley Mayor Fran Cosgriff.
“Carols in Queens Park is an iconic Moonee Valley event that is popular with residents and visitors alike,” Cr Cosgriff says.
“It’s a great opportunity to spend time with your loved ones in the lead up to Christmas and embrace the festive spirit.
“There will be a range of delicious food on offer and plenty of thoughtful gifts available from the market stalls if you want to do some Christmas shopping!
“We invite the community to bring their friends and family, pack a picnic and settle in for a night of festive fun.”
What: Carols in Queens Park 2026
When: Kids activities 4:00pm-6:30pm, Carols Concert 6:30pm-8:30pm, Saturday, 5 December
Where: Queens Park, Moonee Ponds
Moonee Valley City Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land – the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung People of the Kulin Nation, their Spirits, Ancestors, Elders and community members past and present.
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