Christmas is celebrated in Australia, but it's not as big as it is in other parts of the world. Instead, many Australians prefer to celebrate the holiday season with a variety of other holidays, such as New Year's Eve, Australia Day, and Boxing Day. In some areas of Australia, there are even a few local traditions that have emerged over the years. For example, in some parts of the country, people hold barbecues and spend the day with family and friends. In other parts, people have Christmas parties or attend caroling events.