Get ready for a weekend packed full of festive events at the Dorman Museum!

Our Christmas Spectacular reaches across the grounds of the museum with both inside and outside events!

Outside:

  • An outdoor Christmas Market with food + drink vendors and creative stalls (perfect for grabbing some Christmas gifts)
  • Our Santa’s Grotto (of course!): Featuring music, fairy lights and a magic fireplace helping Santa deliver the presents.*

Inside:

  • Once Upon A Fairy-tale theatre performances: from the fantastic Storycraft Theatre, including a relaxed (SEN Friendly) performance. Book your tickets here *
  • Festive Folk Music Workshop with Bridie Jackson: immerse yourself in this sing & play session. Blending music, storytelling, and play.
  • Cheesy Christmas Silent Disco: Rock out to all your favourite cheesy Christmas songs with our silent disco in the Nelson Gallery.
  • Festive Gallery Trail: Locate clues hidden around the galleries to unlock the Christmas secrets of our festive trail.

Plus meet our fantastic festive walkabout acts and enjoy music from local acts to get you into the Christmas spirit!

*These events require tickets, please head to their specific event on our website to book!

Dorman Museum

Dec 5 - 6

Various Events, Free + Paid

Event Families and Children