The Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience at First Fleet Park

Overview

Get ready: Christmas content is about to take over your feed. But one event that will definitely surpass the average Santa Claus shopping centre meet-up is the Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience. Taking place across the globe over the coming weeks, from London to Tokyo to Singapore, the event is making its Australian debut in Sydney and will transform First Fleet Park in The Rocks into a festive destination that truly gets you in the holiday mood.

Running from Saturday, November 21–Sunday, November 29, the Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience draws inspiration from the natural romance of the Adirondacks in the American Northeast, bringing what feels like a snow-covered scene from a Hallmark flick to Australia's most famous harbourfront. Here, visitors will encounter a spectacular centrepiece — a 10-metre Christmas tree to kickstart the joyful tone. What's more, The Giving Tree, also a first for Australia, is where visitors can dedicate a star to a loved one, with all proceeds going to the McGrath Foundation.

What sets this holiday event apart, however, is its collection of workshops and experiences. With the precinct open daily from 10am–8pm, these special sessions include a 90-minute wreath-making workshop with Ralph Lauren's florist-in-residence, complete with a glass of champagne and a sweet treat. Meanwhile, kids can join gingerbread-decorating classes, and you can take part in a seasonal photo-op that comes with a printed and digital keepsake.

For a sweet treat, swing through Ralph's for a signature ice cream sundae and a selection of seasonal snacks amid a charming winter garden setting. Plus, there's a dash of light entertainment, with live piano performances of merry classics from 5pm daily and a special performance from the Australian Girls Choir on weekends at 12pm and Thursdays at 6pm. Of course, the Holiday Shop is open for gifting, featuring a selection of Ralph Lauren styles available for custom embroidery.

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