Plan your getaway with the latest updates on what’s open in Werribee and Surrounds on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and across the over the festive season as we ring in 2023.
Opening hours are subject to change – please check with businesses directly for the latest information.
Christmas Day Lunch
The Bridge Werribee
Celebrate Christmas Day at The Bridge Werribee with their delicious three-course lunch. You can feast on roast turkey, freshly shucked oysters and, of course, Christmas pudding. Book now for just $100pp via hello@bridgehotelwerribee.com.au or calling 03 9742 2895.
Joseph’s Dining, Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park
Book in an elegant, family-style sharing feast including Grazing Platter, Prawns, Ribeye, Christmas Ham and a variety of desserts. Prices start from $155 for adults, $55 for 6-12 year old and under 6 years dine for free. To book, call 03 9731 4130 or email dining.mansion@lancemore.com.au.
Rosana Bistro and Bar
Take the stress out of Christmas Day with a lunch or dinner package at Rosana Bistro + Bar, located on the eighth floor of Holiday Inn Werribee. Enjoy a delicious three course Christmas lunch including glass of sparkling for $89 per person. Bookings essential.
New Year’s Eve Dining
Boulevard 3030
See in the new year from the harbourside location of 3030 Boulevard with food and beverage specials, live music, kids’ entertainment and a fantastic view of the Melbourne city skyline. Bookings essential (table time limits apply). Email info@3030boulevard or call 0466 093 546 to book.
Rosana Bistro and Bar
Take in the view of the Melbourne city skyline from Rosana Bistro + Bar, located on the eighth floor of Holiday Inn Werribee and enjoy a night of fabulous food and drinks. The package includes a five-course set menu for $90 per person. Bookings essential.
The Park Werribee
Celebrate with your crew at local favourite, The Park Werribee with Party DJs from 8pm – 2am. Book now to avoid disappointment.
Festive Opening Hours
Attractions
Werribee Open Range Zoo
Werribee Open Range Zoo is open every day of the year, 9am – 5pm (last entry 3:30pm). Yes, even on Christmas Day you can go on safari and spot rhinos, giraffes and zebras. Kids under 16 are free during the school holidays and pre-booked tickets are essential.
Opening Hours: Open daily, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and all public holidays
Werribee Park Mansion
Relax with a picnic on the rolling park lawns and explore the stunning gardens. No bookings required.
Park Entry: Open daily, excluding 1 January 2023
Mansion Entry: Open daily, excluding Christmas Day and 1 January 2023
Victoria State Rose Garden
Enjoy this internationally acclaimed garden in full bloom. Open daily, 9am – 6.30pm, with gold coin donation welcome. Note that major event, Let Them Eat Cake, will be held nearby in Werribee Park on New Year’s Day, with large crowds expected.
Opening Hours: Open daily, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and all public holidays
RAAF Museum
The RAAF Museum is currently closed for renovation.
Wyncity Bowl and Entertainment
An afternoon at Wyncity Bowl and Entertainment is guaranteed to provide hours of family fun.
Opening Hours: Open daily, excluding Christmas Day – see their website for times.
Cheetham Wetlands and Point Cook Coastal Park
Stretch your legs with a walk along the beach and explore the beautiful Cheetham Wetlands. Open daily, free entry.
Opening Hours: Open daily, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and all public holidays
Pacific Werribee
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December.
AquaPulse and Werribee Outdoor Pool
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December.
Werribee Visitor Information Centre, Werribee Open Range Zoo
Located at Werribee Open Range Zoo, the team at the Visitor Information Centre are ready to answer all your questions about visiting Werribee and Surrounds.
Opening Hours: Open daily excluding Christmas Day.
Pop Up Visitor Information Centre, Pacific Werribee
This summer from 29 December – 28 January you’ll find a pop-up Visitor Information Centre in Pacific Werribee.
Opening Hours: Open Thursday – Saturdays, 10am – 3pm.
For more to explore, head to Werribee South Foreshore for a beach day, stroll along the coastal walking trail to Wyndham Harbour, get on your bike or explore some of Werribee and Surrounds’ best playgrounds.
Cafes, Bars and Restaurants
Opening hours are subject to change – please check with businesses directly for the latest information.
Shadowfax Winery
Opening Hours: Closed 24 – 26 December and 1 January.
The Social Sutra
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December and 1 January.
Wyndham Cache
Opening Hours: Closed 25 – 26 December and 1 January.
The Park Werribee
Opening Hours: Closed 25 – 26 December.
The Bridge Werribee
Opening Hours: Open 25 December for Christmas lunch (bookings required). Closed 26 December, 31 December, 1 - 2 January.
Black Seed Café
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December and 1 January.
Mama Lor Restaurant & Bakery
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December and 1 - 2 January.
Chatterbox Café
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December – 4 January.
The South Corner
Opening Hours: Closed 25 – 26 December and 1 January.
Truckstop Deluxe
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December.
3030 Boulevard
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December – 30 December. Open New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, with regular trading from 2 January.
The Refectory Parlour
Opening Hours: Closed 24 December – 3 January.
The Little Deli and Panini Bar
Opening Hours: Closed 25 – 27 December and from 1 – 4 January.
Notorious Espresso
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December – 3 January.
Joseph’s Dining
Opening Hours: Open on 25 December for Christmas lunch (bookings required). Closed 1 January.
Lancemore Mansion Hotel Café
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December and 1 January.
Rosana Bistro & Bar
Opening Hours: Open daily (bookings required for Christmas lunch)
Corked Wine Bar
Opening Hours: Closed 23 December – 27 December and 31 December – 5 January (Open 28 – 30 December and from 6 January)
Tocca
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December – 5 January.
Casa Cantina
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December – 3 January.
Meli’s 21 Deli
Opening Hours: Closed 25 – 28 December and 1 – 24 January.
Jock and Mack
Opening Hours: Closed 25 December – 3 January.
Wolf on Watton
Opening Hours: Closed 25, 26 and 31 December and 1 – 4 January.
