Glass panels of three Warragul businesses were allegedly kicked and damaged in the early hours of Christmas day.
Police said a man, believed to be in his late 20s, was captured on CCTV loitering in Victoria St.
It is alleged he repeatedly kicked a front glass door of one businesses at 2am before running off. Two neighbouring businesses reported similar shopfront damage.
The affected businesses were The Make Up Hub, Wolf Mobiles and Gioia Hair, who reported damage worth $500.
Police said the man was wearing a black hoodie with a white logo or lettering on the front, black shorts and black shoes.
Anyone with information which may assist investigations is urged to contact Warragul police on 5622 7111.