As the year draws to a close and the summer sun sparkles over Cable Beach, Broome transforms into a vibrant hub of festive cheer. Christmas in this tropical paradise is unlike anywhere else, where palm trees replace pine trees and balmy evenings set the stage for community celebrations, markets, and magical events.
Whether you’re a local looking to soak up the season or a visitor chasing a truly Australian Christmas experience, Broome offers a unique blend of coastal charm and festive spirit. From twilight carols under the stars to family-friendly gatherings and lively markets, here’s your guide to the best Christmas and holiday events lighting up Broome this season.
Read on to explore local festive and Christmas events in Broome. Scroll down for New Year's Eve events too!
Christmas Eve Party ft DJ TRELLY
XMAS EVE — DJ TRELLEY TAKES OVER DIVERS TAVERN. Wednesday 24th December Broome after dark hits different. From 8pm–late, DJ Trelly drops high-voltage party tunes, hard hitters and curveball bangers built for a packed dance floor. Pure momentum! Bring the crew, bring the chaos, and let’s run the night ‘til Santa shakes his way into town. View event
Christmas Eve at Spinifex Cable Beach
Wednesday 24th December Celebrate Christmas Eve at The Spini! From 5–8pm, enjoy our Family Combo Special for only $50: Any 2 burgers, steak sandwiches, or selected pizzas. OR Any 2 kids meals (including pizza!) Jug of soft drink. Plus, toast the festive season with $10 Dunes RTDs (frozen or standard), $10 pints of Crisp & Draught, or $10/glass Rocky Road Wines. Meat Lovers Night specials are also available — the perfect way to celebrate Christmas Eve together! View event
DJ Nights in The Lounge Bar presents KRONO & ADN
Join us in The Lounge on Xmas Eve on Wednesday 24th December for...DJ Nights in The Lounge Bar presents KRONO & ADN. House & Tech House beats from 7 til late. Cocktail Specials all night. 10% off Steaks til 9pm.Xmas Eve party plans SORTED. Doors open 7pm / FREE ENTRY. View event
Santa's Mega Meat Raffles at the Roey Sports Bar
SANTA'S MEGA MEAT RAFFLE is ON for 2025! XMAS EVE Wed 24th December for you final chance to win your Xmas feast! Tickets from 5pm, DRAW AT 7pm! Sports Girls | Drink Specials | FREE Pizza. All welcome!
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Christmas Eve at The Bay Club (Mangrove Hotel)
Celebrate Christmas Eve at The Bay Club with a festive evening by the bay. Wednesday 24th December from 4pm - 7.30pm.
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Carols & Christmas - Christmas Eve at the Broome Closet
Wednesday 24th December 5pm - 9pm. Bookings recommended – it is Christmas Eve after all!
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Sexy Santa's XMAS EVE All in Wet T (18+ event)
Wednesday 24th December from 8pm.
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Christmas Lunch at Cable Beach House
Thursday 25th December, 12pm – 4pm. Full buffet from 12pm- 2.30pm. Ticketed event.
SOLD OUT.
Christmas Lunch at The Broome Closet
Thursday 25th December from 12pm – 4pm.
SOLD OUT.
Ladies Night at the Lounge Bar
Friday 26th December from 5pm, DJ from 7pm. View event
DJ Flipper at Divers Tavern
Friday 26th December from 8pm until late. Come early for dinner! View event
Boxing Day Live Music at Pearlers
DAN GUIDERA & MARNI playing live on Friday 26th December from 5.30-8.30pm at Pearlers (The Roey) for your Boxing Day recovery.
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Live Music: Mick and Mon at Divers Tavern
Live music with Mick and Mon on Saturday 27th December at Divers Tavern. 8pm until late. View Event
DJ Discretion in Oasis
DJ Discretion in Oasis at The Roey on Saturday 27th December. Doors 8pm. View Event
Live Music at Matso’s!
Kick back and enjoy the tunes by Mick & Mon from 3pm - 5.30pm on Sunday 28th December. Good vibes, great music, and your favourite Matso’s flavours — the perfect combo. Cold brews. Live beats. Good vibes. See you there! View Event
REGIONAL EVENTS
Christmas BBQ Dinner and Carols at Willare Bridge Roadhouse
Gather under the stars for an evening of song and celebration at Willare Bridge Roadhouse. Sunday 13th December! Bring your family, your friends, and your Christmas cheer — sing along or simply enjoy. Call to book. Adults $30, Children $15.
New Year's Eve events in Broome
We will add to this list as more events are announced! View our full event calendar here
Live music at Divers Tavern this New Year's Eve
Miss Behave and the School of Funk are taking over Divers Bar for one MASSIVE NYE celebration. From 8pm until late.
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New Year's Eve All-in Wet T at The Roey
Party beats by special guest DJ MATTY LOCO joining us all the way from Sydney. Doors open 8pm / ONLY $10 ENTRY.
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New Year’s Eve 5-course dinner at Matso's Broome
Enjoy a 5-course New Year’s Eve dinner, with a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival and live music from 6pm. $100pp. View event to book
New Year's Eve REGIONAL events
DJ Timbee spinning the best R&B • EDM • POP • 90s.
Where? Hotel Kununurra.
When? Wednesday, 31 December, 8PM – 1AM.
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Broome Circle Christmas Market
Thursday 20th November from 4pm - 7pm.
Christmas Twilight Art Night at Black Stump Gallery
Friday 21st November from 5pm - 8pm.
Seniors Xmas Movie & Mingle
Monday 24 November from 4pm at the Broome Civic Centre.
Sip & Shop Christmas Market
Friday 28th November from 4pm - 8pm.
Christmas shopping at Magabala Books
Saturday 29 November, 9am–12pm at Magabala Books.
Christmas Tinny Comp at the Broome Fishing Club
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th November. Open to members and non-members.
Sip, Shop, Savour... a VIP Tasting Experience
Get ready to Sip, Shop, Savour... a VIP Tasting Experience on Thursday 4th December from 4-7pm. Free but must REGISTER!
Ladies Who Lunch - Xmas Edition with Flourish Admin
Friday 5th December. 1pm- 4pm 'ish.
Christmas Party at Redbill Studio Gallery (near Matsos)
Join us for a Christmas Party at Redbill! We’re turning the gallery into a festive shopping night filled with local artisans, small-batch wares, and thoughtfully made gifts.
SNAPSHOT Art Auction at KAN Shed
From 6pm on Saturday 6th December. Free entry.
Shire of Broome Town Beach Christmas Party
Get ready for a magical evening of festive fun with Shire of Broome Town Beach Christmas Party on Sunday 7th December from 4:30pm - 8pm, enjoy an afternoon packed with free entertainment and family-friendly activities — including Santa and his elves, a water slide, face painting, laser tag, market stalls, and food vans serving up delicious local treats. At 6:00pm, the celebration continues with Carols by Candlelight, led by local musicians and choirs. There’ll be plenty more entertainment throughout the evening, with something for everyone to enjoy. A free bus service will also be available for the event. Seeyou at Guwarri Town Beach. All welcome!
PLUS...Christmas Market
Come along to Town Beach Precinct and browse the Christmas Market stalls during the Shire of Broome Christmas Party on Sunday 7th December. Markets are part of the Shire of Broome Christmas Party from 4.30pm - 8pm.
Christmas Sale at Nagula Jarndu
Come down to Nagula Jarndu Designs at 1/12 Gregory street for a little sip and shop at the studio. Saturday 13th December from 11am - 3pm. In store only.
Xmas Goose Club at The Roey
Saturday 13th December. Supporting the Kyle Andrew's Foundation. Tickets from 1pm. Drawn 3pm.
The SEXY SANTA Xmas Party at The Lounge Bar, Broome
Friday 12th December from 5pm at The Lounge Bar Broome. Ladies Night! Free entry. 18+
Santa’s Workshop at Broome Boulevard
Get ready for two magical days of festive fun! Sunday 14 December from 12pm – 3pm at Centuria Broome Boulevard. Santa’s Workshop Activities: Bauble decorating, Create your own keepsake box, Meet Santa & snap a festive photo! Prizes, giveaways & fun surprises await! Bring the family and join us for a jolly good time filled with creativity, laughter, and holiday cheer. Don’t miss out - mark your calendars now! See you at Broome Boulevard!
Pre-Xmas Dance Party in Oasis
Saturday 13th December. EDM Anthems, Hard House & Dirty Bass from 8 til late, with one of your faves MATT BURD behind the decks. FREE ENTRY until 9pm, Drink Specials all night! Doors Open 8pm. Entry $10 after 9pm.
Broome Volunteer Emergency Services Christmas Lolly Run
Sunday December 14th from 3pm.
Christmas Lunch Party at Broome RSL
This year, the Broome RSL brings you the most festive and beautifully decorated venue in Broome, don’t miss it! Sunday 14 December– from 12:30pm. The Broome RSL Sub-Branch invites you to celebrate Christmas with us this Sunday 14 December from 12:30pm! Entry: $15 for non-members (finger food buffet included). Bookings required for children (all ages, little and big!).
Trivia Tuesday - XMAS edition
Tuesday 16th December at Pearlers Alfresco (The Roey). Call 9192 1221 to register teams of up to 10 players before we book out!
Live in The Lounge: STEPHEN PIGRAM Christmas Hamper Music Session
A very special Thursday evening of live music in The Lounge with this legendary local musician... STEPHEN PIGRAM with Chase Pigram & Aubrey Maher, with a Christmas Hamper Music Session. Thursday 18th December. Presale Tickets $25 / Door sales on the night $30 (if capacity allows). Doors open 5pm / Music starts 6pm.
Santa Meet and Greet at Paspaley Plaza
Meet Santa and have some fun - meet and greet, PHOTOS... 9AM to 11AM at Paspaley Plaza, 8 Short St, Broome. Dates: Saturday 20th Dec, Sunday 21st Dec.
Jake & Hayden at Divers Tavern
Silly season is in full swing, and Broome legends Jake & Hayden are bringing the festive feels to Divers Bar on Friday 19th December! Beat the wet season heat in our icy air-con, and come down early for a bite to eat before these two legends hit the stage from 8pm–late. $12 cocktail specials all night long.
Seaside Drifters - Live in the Roey Sports Bar
Don't miss a very special pre Xmas instalment of Live Music Friday with SEASIDE DRIFTERS in the Sports Bar! Friday 19th December. Supported by the smooth soul & blues sounds of Tye-Jay, plus a touch of rock with Darkside. Entry $15, via Oasis doors from 8pm.
SEON at Divers Tavern
It’s the weekend before Christmas, Broome — and resident DNB powerhouse SEON is turning Divers Bar into a full-blown silly season party zone on Saturday 20th December! Expect big bass, big vibes, and a dancefloor ready to shake right through the wet season heat. 8pm until late.
Marrgi Man-gala Madness (Proper Good Wet Season Madness!) in the Lounge Bar
Inspired by their self-confessed sh*tting-the-bed during a recent televised performance on Deadly Funny's National Grand Final (SBSonDemand/NITV) at Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2025. Starting on Saturday 20th December. Local storyteller Ngaire Pigram is hosting a series of live variety nights during Rubibi's 'off-season' aka Man-gala, to work on their game!! Show starts 6pm. Tickets on sale now. Various dates over coming months.
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Broome Visitor Centre
Looking for tours to do while you are in Broome? Need accommodation options?
The Broome Visitor Centre can help can you plan your stay or assist with your tour bookings.
For recommendations and advice - call the visitor centre on 08 9195 2200
