As the winter chill descends, Sydney comes alive with a festive celebration for Christmas in July! This delightful twist on the holiday season, means you and the kids can experience the magic of Christmas with a wintry backdrop. From cozy pubs in The Rocks serving up hearty Christmas feasts, to the Blue Mountains, where you can enjoy a traditional white Christmas, put on your Santa hat, grab a cup of mulled wine, and join us as we explore the joy and wonder of Christmas in July in Sydney.
Why should Christmas be limited to just one day of the year? As the cold weather sets in, it’s the perfect excuse to replicate a white Christmas experienced over the other side of the world. And the kids will love it! Use our quicklinks below to plan your Christmas in July fun!
Christmas in July Events & Festivals:
- Yulefest, Blue Mountains
- Make-your-own Smores
- Winter Festivals
Christmas in July Feasts:
- Strangers’ Restaurant, Parliament House
- Mercantile, The Rocks
- Forrester’s, Surry Hills
- P.J.O’Brien’s, Sydney
- The Greens, North Sydney
- Christmas in July, The Galston Club
- Bar Woolloomooloo @ Ovolo, Woolloomooloo
Christmas in July Events & Festivals
Yulefest, Blue Mountains
Yulefest in the Blue Mountains is where many venues offer traditional Christmas style celebrations. While cold winds blow and the occasional snow falls, experience warm ‘Mountains’ hospitality, log fires, Christmas fare, singalongs and perhaps even Santa.
A few highlights include:
- Hydro Majestic Hotel – Savour a decadent five-course Christmas-themed feast at the Wintergarden Restaurant in the iconic Hydro Majestic Hotel
- Carrington Hotel – Enjoy drinks and canapés at a gala Yulefest dinner at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba.
- Fairmont Resort & Spa – The family-friendly Fairmont Resort & Spa also offers winter festivities, with a Yulefest Christmas buffet, a roaring fire and more.
The Greens, North Sydney
Christmas in July
Enjoy Christmas in July at The Greens North Sydney starting from $55pp. Indulge in their 3-Course Table Share with the option to add platters and beverage packages for the perfect mid-year celebration to savour with friends, colleagues, or family!
- Address: 50 Ridge Street, North Sydney
- More info
Christmas in July Feasts
Strangers’ Restaurant, Parliament House
Strangers’ Restaurant overlooking the beautiful Domain, provides a rare opportunity for the public to experience fine dining at New South Wales Parliament House.
Executive Chef, Karl Alarab and his passionate culinary team, have designed a Christmas in July themed menu that showcases the wonderful delicacies and unique regions of New South Wales.
- When: 1 – 31 July, Monday – Thursday 12pm-3pm
- Address: 6 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW
- Cost: Three courses for $90 per person
- Book
Forrester’s, Surry Hills
As the weather cools down and with end of financial year around the corner, it’s the perfect opportunity for a festive feast at Forrester’s.
Join from 1st to 31st July for a warming winter feast in this cosy pub. They’ve created a special set menu with crackling pork belly, braised red cabbage, and of course Yorkshire puddings to mop up all the deliciousness. Finish your meal with the perfect winter dessert – a sticky date pudding with vanilla ice cream.
- When: 1 – 31 July
- Address: Forresters, 336 Riley Street, Surry Hills
- Cost: $79 per person (minimum 4 people)
- Book
P.J.O’Brien’s, Sydney
Join in the festive fun throughout July at P.J’s Sydney when they offer their 3 course Christmas in July menu every Wednesday for Lunch and Dinner. Start with the Roasted Cauliflower Soup, before moving onto the Lemon Pepper Cod Fillet and finish off with a Warm Christmas Plum Pudding.
- When: 1 – 31 July
- Address: PJ Obrien’s, 57 King Street, Sydney
- Cost: 3-course menu @ $75 per person
- Book
Bar Woolloomooloo @ Ovolo, Woolloomooloo
Experience a refined British Sunday Roast-style menu full of comfort classics reimagined for the season. Think mulled wine on arrival, rich trimmings, luxe touches and a warm, intimate atmosphere.
From $65 per person with Veuve and Cocktail upgrades to dial things up, there’s an option for everyone. It’s the perfect excuse for a mid-year gathering with friends, family or even colleagues.
- When: Saturday 26 July
- Address: 6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
- Cost: $65 per person
- Book a table
Mercantile Hotel + 4 Doors Down, The Rocks
Enjoy Christmas in July at 4 Doors Down in the Rocks and feast on a very festive menu that will have your mouth watering.
Start off with salt and pepper calamari before moving on to the more traditional turkey and ham and top it all off with a delicious sticky date pudding.
- When: Tuesday 1 July – Saturday 2 August
- Address: 35 George Street, The Rocks
- Cost: Three courses for $70
- Book
Christmas in July, The Galston Club
Join The Galston Club for a Christmas in July lunch and show featuring the fabulous Lisa Budin. For just $ 50 per person, you can enjoy a two-course meal and the show.
- When: Tuesday 22 July 2025, 10.30am
- Address: The Galston Club, 21-25 Arcadia Road, Galston
- Cost: 2-course meal $50 per person
- More info
Winter Festivals around Sydney
They may not be Christmas-themed, but there are plenty of Winter Festivals happening around Sydney that will allow you to escape into the white Christmas vibes. From the Bastille Festival in the Rocks and Paint It Red at St Ives Showground to Chill Fest in Campbelltown and the Darling Harbour Winter Festival, there are plenty of places you can venture for some mulled wine!
Winter Festivals in Sydney 2025
- Darling Harbour Winter Festival, Sydney: Sunday 6 – Sunday 20 July
- Bastille Festival, The Rocks: Thursday 17 July – Sunday 20 July
- Bondi Festival, Bondi: Friday 4 – Sunday 20 July
- Chill Fest, Campbelltown; Friday 4 – Sunday 20 July
- Cherry Blossom Festival, Auburn Botanic Gardens: TBA
Winter Festivals in regional NSW
- Frost and Fire 2024: A Winter Solstice Spectacular, Forbes: Saturday 21 June
- Winterfest, Hawkesbury: Saturday 5 – Sunday 6 July
- MidWinter Festival, Bowral: Saturday 26 July
- Snow Time in the Gardens, Hunter Valley: Friday 28 June – Sunday 27 July 2025
- Bathurst Winter Festival, Bathurst: Saturday 5 – Sunday 20 July
- Orange Fire Festival: Friday 1 August
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