Parking, Toilets, Access and More
This event is an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate the festiveseason with a range of entertainment, activities and food on offer. The event site is accessible from all directions and entry is free.
Parking
We suggest using the following public car parks, however, fees and restrictions may apply, so please check signage.
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Frankston Railway Station (Reduced Capacity)
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Frankston Waterfront
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High Street
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Bayside Entertainment Complex
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Bayside Shopping Centre
Accessible Drop Off Point - If you are arriving via rideshare or taxi to the event and/or require a drop off location close to the festival, the drop off point is located in front of the Frankston Library on Playne Street, just before the Young Street intersection.
ROAD CLOSURES
Vehicles will not be able to access the following roads from 6am Saturday 30 November to 4am Sunday 1 December:
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DAVEY STREET - closed between Baxter Street and Nepean Highway
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YOUNG STREET - closed between High Street and Playne Street
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PLAYNE STREET - closed between Young Street and Thompson Street
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PLOWMAN PLACE - open to local traffic only, access from Bay Street South
Click here for further information.
Public Transport
Please visit www.ptv.vic.gov.au to plan your journey. The closest train station is Frankston Train Station which is less than 1km from the festival. This is also where most buses to Frankston arrive and depart from. Please consider any schedule disruptions that may be in effect.
Facilities
Toilets – Public toilets will be available along Davey Street, Young Street, Plowman Place and Beauty Park. Permanent facilities will be open within Frankston Arts Centre, Cube 37, and Frankston Library. Accessible toilets are available at each of these locations.
Water - There will be several hydration stations at the event on Young Street and Beauty Park. It is recommended you bring a water bottle to fill up and stay hydrated throughout the day.
Seating/ Shade – Frankston’s Christmas Festival is an outdoor event. Tables, chairs and umbrellas will be available throughout the event site, near the Festival Dining precincts. We encourage attendees to bring a rug and rest on the grass in Beauty Park, and dress for weather conditions including a hat and sunscreen.
Pathways - There are flat footpaths and paved roads throughout the festival. In Beauty Park there are components of the event situated on grass pathways, and some undulating hills on Young Street.
Low Sensory area - There are a lot of noises, lights and people who attend this event. The Frankston Library is a space where you can go with lesser noise and activity until 8:00pm. This fun, safe, accessible, and inclusive space is perfect for children and adults wanting to seek some calm at the event.
Social Script
A social Script for Frankston's Christmas Festival will be available to download soon. Social scripts help people understand that they can expect at the Festival.
We always welcome feedback on the accessibility of our events as we are looking to improve accessibility and inclusion across our festival. If you have any specific needs or require further details, please contact:
Important Information
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Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times
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Some aspects of the event may change due to inclement weather, any changes will be communicated on the website and social media pages
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This is a smoke/vape, drug, and pet-free event (service animals permitted)
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Alcohol cannot be consumed onsite (excluding licensed premises in Playne & Young Streets)
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For local residents, please ensure your pets are securely contained at home during the fireworks display between 9.15 and 9.30pm
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Information is correct at time of release and subject to change without notice.
Read more about what's happening at Frankston's Christmas Festival or read our Frequently Asked Questions and answers here
