Check off Christmas in style at The Grounds!
Daily, until Sunday, 11 January.
To ensure a comfortable and memorable experience for guests, our laneway installations are now exclusively reserved for those dining with us. During busy periods, proof of purchase,(such as a receipt or bill) will be required for entry.
If you’re not visiting The Cafe, The Potting Shed, or The Garden, or attending an event, we kindly ask that you refrain from entering The Grounds. This allows us to keep these spaces focused on providing the best experience for our diners. Thank you for your understanding!
Contact us if you have any questions or need more information about this experience.
(02) 9699 2225
Enquire Now
Daily, until Sunday, 11 January.
To ensure a comfortable and memorable experience for guests, our laneway installations are now exclusively reserved for those dining with us. During busy periods, proof of purchase,(such as a receipt or bill) will be required for entry.
If you’re not visiting The Cafe, The Potting Shed, or The Garden, or attending an event, we kindly ask that you refrain from entering The Grounds. This allows us to keep these spaces focused on providing the best experience for our diners. Thank you for your understanding!
Contact us if you have any questions or need more information about this experience.
(02) 9699 2225
Enquire Now
Check off Christmas in style at The Grounds!
Step into our Christmas laneways, where plaid meets magic and every corner checks all the boxes for festive fun. Wander through a grove of trees decked out with tartan baubles and velvet ribbons, pause under the mistletoe, and take a moment to soak in our towering Christmas wreath with an oversized tartan bow. Limited-edition tartan-wrapped treats tempt you to eat, drink, and be merry, while every twist and turn uncovers a festive story just waiting to be shared.
And of course, Santa’s swinging by for pre-booked family photos – including a limited run of after-hours sessions – so check your list twice and join the festive fun!
Plus don’t forget to snap an (s)elfie amongst our Tartan Christmas experience and share your best photos and videos on Instagram, tagging @thegrounds and using the hashtag #thegroundsofalexandria for your chance to win one of three $200 vouchers to spend on your next visit to The Grounds! Full terms and conditions here.
Please Note: Phones and personal cameras are welcome, but professional or commercial photoshoots are not permitted at The Grounds of Alexandria.
Mr. Checkers | $15
Available in The Cafe, The Garden and The Potting Shed
Bold, buttery and packed with caramel milkshake, this plaid-clad lad is no passing fad!
Includes souvenir bottle to keep.
Pine Sangria | $21
Available in The Potting Shed and The Garden
Standing tall and fruity in a Christmas tree glass, this pineapple sangria brings extra holiday cheer.
Love the glass? Make it yours for +$15!
Gin-gle All The Way | $31
Available in The Cafe, The Garden and The Potting Shed
Oh what fun it is to sip this festive twist of gin, ginger beer and citrus, wrapped in holiday tartan magic.
Includes souvenir mug to keep.
By Day: Start your plaid-perfect adventure with a bite in The Cafe, The Garden, or The Potting Shed. While walk-ins are always welcome, we strongly recommend that you pre-book a table to skip the wait and let the laneways check all the boxes for festive fun!
By Night: As evening falls, the laneways shine and access is exclusively reserved for guests who dine in The Potting Shed! Walk-ins are welcome but booking ahead allows you to slide past the queues and straight into the Christmas cheer.
This season, The Grounds of Alexandria has been transformed into a world of bold patterns, rich colours and festive flair. Step into our Tartan Christmas laneways – a dazzling display of style and celebration, inspired by the glamour of the holiday season.
Please note that access to our festive laneways is reserved for those dining at The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Garden or The Potting Shed, or attending an event. Simply hold onto your receipt after your meal and you’ll be all set to explore!
Absolutely! Our Tartan Christmas experience is made for everyone – from tiny tots to the young at heart … and even well-behaved pets on leads! Bring the whole crew and make it a day to remember.
Just remember that access is reserved for those who have dined at The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Garden, or The Potting Shed, or are attending an event. Hold on to your receipt after your meal and you’ll be all set!
To explore our festive laneways, simply dine at The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Garden, or The Potting Shed, or attend an event! After your meal, just hold onto your receipt and show it to our friendly staff for access.
We recommend booking ahead – it’s the best way to skip the wait and guarantee your spot. But if you’re feeling spontaneous, walk-ins are always welcome too!
No, access to our laneways is reserved exclusively for guests dining at The Grounds of Alexandria, The Garden, or The Potting Shed, or those attending an event. Just keep your receipt handy after your meal, and you’ll be ready to explore!
No, there is no specific charge to wander through the laneways, however access is reserved exclusively for guests dining at The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Garden, or The Potting Shed, or those attending an event. Simply hold onto your receipt after your meal to enjoy the experience.
Our stunning laneways are usually open for guests to explore during The Grounds of Alexandria’s regular hours, but occasionally they are closed for private events. For the latest updates, please make sure you check our website or social media before you visit.
After dining in The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Garden, or The Potting Shed, you can take your time and enjoy the experience – there’s no time limit. Wander through, snap some photos, and soak in every detail at your own pace!
No, our laneways aren’t covered, so if rain’s on the forecast, we recommend bringing a small umbrella or poncho. Whether it’s sunny or a little showery, the Tartan Christmas cheer shines bright all day long!
Yes, our Tartan Christmas laneways are full of fun photo opportunities! We’re also running a photo competition, so make sure check out the terms and conditions, tag @thegrounds, and use the hashtag #TheGroundsOfAlexandria in the posts and reels you share.
Just remember that access to the laneways is reserved for guests dining at The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe, The Garden, or The Potting Shed, or attending an event. Simply hold onto your receipt after your meal to enjoy the experience and take all the photos you want.
Phones and personal cameras are welcome, but please note that professional and commercial photoshoots are not permitted at The Grounds of Alexandria. And of course, please always be kind and respectful to others while capturing the magic!
We’d love to see your favourite moments from The Grounds’ Tartan Christmas experience! After dining with us, share your magical photos or videos as a post or reel, tag @thgrounds, and use the hashtag #TheGroundsOfAlexandria for a chance to be featured on our socials. You could even win $200 in Grounds Dollars to spend at any of our venues!
For all the details, make sure you check out the competition terms and conditions here.
