Galup · Wembley
carols by the water with Santa, a stage and free entry
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Carols by the Lake will once again celebrate the festive season as well as the International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD), with the annual free event at Galup (Lake Monger).
There will be lots of children's activities including an animal farm, dodgeball and face painting as well as a visit from Santa. As part of IDPWD there will be, Rebound WA will be facilitating wheelchair basketball, DJ Incredable will be performing on stage, YDAN will available at the chill-out zone, Cycling without Age and a number of disability social enterprises will also be providing their services and selling Christmas gifts.
If you'd like a detailed overview of what to expect at the event including arrival, activities, and accessibility please read our Social Story:Carols-by-the-Lake-Social-Story-Updated-2026.pdf (PDF, 11MB)
It's designed to guide attendees through the experience step-by-step and help everyone feel prepared and comfortable.
Additional Accessibility Information:
Seating & Viewing
The event is held on a grassed area, which may be uneven to walk on for some attendees. Please take this into consideration when planning your visit.
Adequate space is available for mobility aid users to move comfortably throughout the event.
We recommend bringing your own seating such as picnic rugs, fold-out chairs, or cushions to enjoy the performance comfortably.
Some chairs and tables are provided in the food truck area for dining.
Parking & Drop-Off
Quick answers
When is Carols by the Lake 2026?
Sun 6 Dec 2026, 4pm.
Where is it?
Galup, Wembley, WA.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On cambridge.wa.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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