YOUR FAVOURITE WINTER TRADITION IS BACK
Winter’s most indulgent festival returns to The Chocolateries from 1 August.
Prepare to whisk, dunk and slurp your way through the sweetest month of winter with an irresistible line up of limited edition hot chocolates, immersive experiences, and chocolate filled fun for all ages.

Photo depicts example of the experience only and not the flavour offered in 2026. The full flavour line up will be revealed soon.
FESTIVAL FLAVOURS
Featuring Dot Cake, Nutty Cronut, and Spiced Pumpkin Pie just to name a few.
Each week, discover a brand-new menu of limited edition hot chocolates, with every creation featuring sustainably sourced couverture chocolate, a handcrafted marshmallow, artisan ingredients, and a playful interactive element that transforms a classic hot chocolate into something truly unforgettable.
The full flavour line up will be revealed soon. Sign up to The Chocolateries eNewsletter to be the first to discover every delicious creation.
HOT CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL TASTING SESSION
Sip, slurp and savour your way through eight indulgent festival flavours in our immersive tasting experience. Then, get hands-on as you create three of your own personalised hot chocolate spheres to take home, choosing from a range of fun and unique ingredients.
Only $28 per person
Bookings are essential.
Book at Yarra Valley
Book at Great Ocean Road
Book your Hot Chocolate Festival Tasting Session at Mornington Peninsula
Book your spot by:
- Select your event date & time
- Select quantity of guests
- Click View Cart then Check Out
- Complete payment & check your email
HOT CHOCOLATE CREATION LAB
The chocolate fun doesn’t stop there!
Every weekday during the festival, create three of your very own chocolate spheres. Fill and decorate each one with your favourite delicious ingredients before they’re sealed and ready to take home.
Simply drop a chocolate sphere into a mug of hot milk, whisk, and watch the chocolate magic unfold. Monday to Friday
9am–2pm
Only $12 per person
Available at Yarra Valley, Great Ocean Road and Mornington Peninsula.
No bookings required.
Subject to availability.


MORE SWEET REASONS TO VISIT
Entry is FREE, we’re open daily from 9am–5pm, and just a short drive from Melbourne, making The Chocolateries the perfect winter day trip to relax, indulge, and keep the whole family entertained.
Before you leave, stop by our production viewing window to watch our talented Chocolatiers handcraft an irresistible selection of favourites, classics and exciting new creations.
Only an hour from Melbourne, The Chocolateries is a must-visit destination for chocolate lovers of all ages. Plan your visit today.
CAN’T MAKE THE TRIP?
Bring the Hot Chocolate Festival home.
Our DIY Hot Chocolate Kits include everything you need to create your own festival experience from the comfort of home. Perfect for treating yourself or sending as a delicious gift anywhere in Australia.
Each kit includes couverture chocolate flavour infused melts, a giant handcrafted marshmallow, interactive toppings, and a decadent shot of chocolate ready to melt into your favourite hot milk.
Available as:
Single – $8.95
Pack of 4 – $34.00
Pack of 16 – $136.00
Collection available for purchase from 9am 1 August.
These indulgent Hot Chocolate Festival creations are available for a limited time only, from 9am 1 August until 5pm 31 August.
Escape the winter chill and treat yourself to the sweetest day out. Plan your visit today.