Boxing Day at the MCG, Victoria, Australia

Christmas in Melbourne and the Boxing Day test

Looking for an unforgettable Christmas and cricket experience? The 2025 Boxing Day Test in Melbourne is your perfect excuse to tick a major event off your bucket list. Watch as England takes on Australia in the oldest of rivalries at the iconic MCG. With England out to reclaim the Ashes, soak up the atmosphere as 100,000 fans fire up this fiercest of sporting battles.

Melbourne isn’t just the sporting capital of Australia—it’s also a vibrant city brimming with culture, creativity, and culinary delights. Explore its hidden laneways and rooftops dotted with hip bars, soak in the beauty of magnificent street art, and relax at fantastic beaches. Indulge in alfresco dining or enjoy some of the world’s best coffee at its renowned cafes.
Why not make this Christmas extraordinary? Celebrate with the Barmy Army and their Christmas Day Party, then head to the MCG for one of cricket’s most iconic matches.

Make memories that will last a lifetime—plan your trip to Melbourne now!

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Where: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

When: 26 December to 30 December each year

Attendance: Up to 80 to 90,000 fans each day (the MCG has capacity of 100,000)

What to bring: Hat, sunblock, water bottle – and ready hands in case a six comes your way

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The Ashes Boxing Day test

Christmas in Melbourne and the Boxing Day test

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