Illustration of diners raising glasses at a long festive table with a roast and candles (Christmas Day Lunch)
Christmas Parties

Christmas Day Lunch

Guests celebrate the holiday aboard a scenic dining cruise along the Yarra River with family and friends. The sit-down feast includes a hot buffet featuring roast turkey, pork loin, and roasted vegetables, alongside a cold buffet of fresh prawns, Tasmanian smoked salmon, and salads. Diners also enjoy a selection of mini desserts, cheese platters, and included beers, wines, and soft drinks.

Fri, Dec 25, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Adults $350.00 per person; children aged 13–17 $195.00 per person; children aged 2–12 $175.00 per person.

Hours

12:00pm to 3:00pm.

Food & Drink

The buffet includes roast turkey, pork, pasta, vegetables, salads, ham, smoked salmon, prawns, beef, antipasto, mini desserts, fruit and cheese; included drinks are wine, beer, soft drinks and orange juice.

Parking

Wilson Parking on Southbank Avenue is a short walk from the departure point.

Accessibility

Vessels and on-board restrooms are not wheelchair accessible, and passengers must be able to manage stairs to board and disembark.

Location

Melbourne River Cruises · Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006, Melbourne, VIC Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and groups celebrating christmas together

Vibe

Festive and relaxed

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive for check-in between 11:45am and noon; it closes sharply at noon, so late arrival risks missing boarding.
  • Send dietary requirements before the service date so the operator can arrange suitable meal accommodations.
  • Call the operator for groups above 10 guests, since online bookings allow no more than 10 adult tickets per transaction.
  • Plan to leave from Southbank Promenade, and note your exact berth will be confirmed closer to the event date.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Reduced-price tickets are available for children aged 2–12 and teens aged 13–17.

Links & Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What beverages are included?

A selection of red, white, and sparkling wines, beers, soft drinks, and orange juice are included, but spirits are not.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Yes, dietary requirements can be accommodated if you notify the operator prior to the cruise date.

Is motion sickness common on the cruise?

Motion sickness is very unlikely because the waters of the Yarra River are calm and flat.

Are children allowed on the cruise?

Yes, children of all ages are welcome, but children, teens, and infants must be accompanied by an adult.

How many tickets can be booked online at once?

A maximum of 10 adult tickets can be booked online in a single transaction; larger groups must call for assistance.

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