Saturday 23 November, 12-4pm, Labrador State School Get ready for a fun-filled family day out at the Labrador Christmas Carnival! This year, we’re bringing a fresh twist to the festivities, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Enjoy: Free rides Live stage shows Face painting Food trucks Market stalls And so much more! Bring the whole family along for an afternoon of festive fun, entertainment, and Christmas cheer Entry is FREE, so mark your calendars, and let’s kick off the holiday season together!

Saturday 23 November, 5pm, Riesenweber Park, Jacobs Well What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies Under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2024 through to April 2025 right across the city. Event starts at 5pm with free interactive kids' activities and live music. Then stay for the movie starting at 7pm! Movie starts : 7pm Location : Riesenweber Park Movie : Despicable Me 4

Sunday 24 November, 10am - 2pm, Casuarina Grove, Broadwater Parklands Join Sparky for active and developmental fun and games the whole family can enjoy. The activities are suitable for all ages and abilities, including: - stilts - juggling sticks - balance games - throwing games - various games of strategy and skill. The event is free and you can come and go as you like.

Friday 29 November, 5 - 9pm, Tamborine Bearded Dragon Hotel Experience over 100 vibrant market stalls, knock off your Christmas shopping early, and enjoy a festive atmosphere like no other! Expect a HEAP of kids entertainment, meet our friendly donkeys, alpacas, and adorable goats, and dive into a night of fun, food, and shopping!!! Free Entry & Parking OVER 100+ Market Stalls Shop 'til You Drop at our HUGE twilight market event Meet & Greet our loveable donkeys, alpacas, and goats Live Music & Activities Stay & Play Accommodation Specials Unique gift ideas from over 100 local vendors Games and entertainment More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/HsgyrXUBZskfdR5r/

Saturday 30 November, 8am - 2pm, Broadwater Parklands It's that time of year and we are so excited to host our first Broadwater Christmas Market. This is the best opportunity for you to shop small this Christmas with our biggest market ever in 2 years! Apart from great vendors we will have delicious food & drink, live music, free kids craft area, lawn games and a visit from Santa!!! You don't want to miss this Family friendly, pet friendly, Christmas day out! More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/4aiY1u69bjrqra1y/

Saturday 30 November, 9am - 1pm, Mudgeeraba Community Centre Join us for a day of connection, food, and fun at the Mudgeeraba Community Centre. - Bubs & kids Pilates (please bring a mat) - Sausage sizzle - Kids entertainment and more! Bring your friends, family, and even your furry friends – everyone is welcome! Let's celebrate all that makes our community special.

Saturday 30 November, 5-8pm, Soccer Fields, Lae Drive, Runaway Bay Get ready for a night of festive fun with spectacular performances by talented guest singers, including Leah Lever, Sharon Rowntree, Glenn Shields, tenor Paul Gulinello, and choirs from local schools. Enjoy live music from a 7-piece band with a lively horn section, all while treating yourself to delicious bites from food trucks like Good Time Diner, Dinky D’s Donuts, and the Lions Club Christmas Sausage Sizzle and glow products. Plus, there’ll be sweet treats like fairy floss, popcorn, ice cream and shakes! For the kids, we’ve got free face painting and keep an eye out for Rudolph, Molly Kangaroo, Cookie Cookie, Frosty the Snowman and the one and only Santa Claus! Don’t miss this unforgettable night of Christmas cheer, live entertainment, and family fun finishing with a fireworks spectacular! Proudly presented by Councillor Shelley Curtis, Division 4. More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/14rMZGeep5/

Saturday 30 November, 5pm, Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies Under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2024 through to April 2025 right across the city. Event starts at 5pm with free interactive kids activities. Then stay for the movie starting at 7pm! Movie starts: 7pm Movie: A Boy Called Christmas

Saturday 30 November, 6 - 8.30pm, HOTA Outdoor Stage In its thirteenth year, City of Gold Coast’s Mayor’s Christmas Carols is being staged at the HOTA Outdoor Stage and HOTA Parklands on Saturday 30 November and will be headlined by our very own Budjerah! Limited free tickets are available for the HOTA Outdoor Stage from 9am Monday 18 November and 7pm Tuesday 19 November. For those who miss out on tickets, we’re activating the HOTA Parklands from 4pm with large screens broadcasting the event, free family entertainment and delicious food trucks! No tickets are required for this area. Supporting Budjerah, we’ll have you dancing your socks off to your favourite carols performed by a fantastic line-up including: • Dami Im • Hot Potato Band • Warner Bros. Movie World’s Looney Tunes Christmas Show • Santa & more! The evening will commence at 6pm and conclude at 8.30pm with a spectacular fireworks finale! Gates open at 4pm. More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/29BG3aaG5zKQx1xV/

Sunday 1 December, 8am - 1pm, 173 Ashmore Road, Benowa This fabulous market hosted by the Gold Coast Potters Association will have over 35 amazing art & crafters stalls, pottery demonstrations, delicious food, and music. - pottery plates, bowls, cups, vases, jugs, spoons, teapots, trinket bowls, sets, etc - stunning macrame & hanging baskets - Christmas decorations - scented candles, melts & diffusers - handcrafted bags & clutches - clothing, scrunchies, heat packs and jewellery - gorgeous homewares - paintings, artwork, mosaic - linocut stamps, cards & art - crochet, soft furnishings, quilts, cushions, placemats - mouthwatering treats & great coffee! Get mesmerized with some live loom weaving. Watch clay sculpture demonstrations. Grab a coffee and a little homemade goodie to nibble on while you visit our stallholders.

Sunday 1 December, 4 - 8pm, Frascott Park, Varsity Lakes ‘Christmas at Frascott’ is a free community Christmas celebration in Varsity Lakes. Presented by Division 11 Councillor Dan Doran – City of Gold Coast, this event will bring festive free fun for the whole family, beginning at 4pm with live stage of music and Christmas carols, market stalls, kids entertainment, food trucks and more! At 6pm we have Santa Claus arriving alongside special Christmas character and school performances, and finishing with a spectacular live laser show at 8pm! More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/15TmbPpHL3/

Sunday 1 December, 4 - 8.30pm, Central Park Oval, Hotham Drive The 2024 Pacific Pines Christmas Carols will be headlined by Guy 'Mutto' Mutton from Australian Idol performing with his band. Of course no Carols are complete without a visit from Gold Coast's singing Santa. Get ready for the most exciting and interactive Santa show in Queensland. Join Santa, Mrs Claus and Rudolf for a Christmas extravaganza that includes a mix of traditional carols and current pop songs. A spectacular fireworks display will complete what will be a brilliant night at 8.30pm. There'll be some fabulous food trucks with all different types of cuisines. The children will be excited for the free face painting and other free activities, so bring a picnic blanket or your camp chairs and come and join us at the Pacific Pines Christmas Carols for a wonderful evening out with the family. More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/96zoA6f3ZxTd4xnL/

Thursday 5 December, 4 - 8pm, Ed Hardy Park, North Burleigh Join us for a wonderful afternoon and evening of free Christmas entertainment and fun at Ed Hardy Park this December. Presented by Division 12 Councillor Nick Marshall OAM, ‘North Burleigh Carols by the Sea’ will provide a festive mixture of children's activities, food trucks and markets from 4pm to 6pm; followed by Christmas staged entertainment including Carols, Community Groups and Live Music from 6pm, with fireworks to finish at 8pm. More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/15ZgXXhYUT/

Thursday 6 December, 4.30 - 8pm, Studio Village Community Centre, Oxenford Come and join us for this years Studio Village Community Carols on Friday December 6th, bring a picnic and blanket.

Saturday 7 December, 11am - 9pm, Distillery Road Market, Eagleby Get in the festive spirit while discovering a diverse and unique range of gifts this holiday season with Eat, Drink, Shop and be Merry, a Christmas event featuring over 75 local makers, artisans and creators at Distillery Road Market on Saturday the 7th of December from 11am - 9pm. The indoor and air-conditioned Market Hall will come alive with a pop-up Christmas market brimming with a variety of local vendors where shoppers will find hand-crafted jewellery, clothing and accessories, home decor, art, ceramics, plants, bath & body products, gifts for babies and children’s and more. On the day, there’s a special visit from Santa’s elves spreading their Christmas cheer, and Mr & Mrs Claus will drop by giving visitors the opportunity to nab a photo with their favourite Christmas personalities under a larger-than-life wreath, suspended above the Market Hall. More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/S1vSfFn5zGu7Y1YY/

Saturday, December 7th, 3 PM to 5 PMThe Meeting Place: Oxenford Coomera Community & Youth Centre. 25 Leo Graham Way, Oxenford. Join us for a special afternoon as The Meeting Place celebrates 20 incredible years with our traditional Family Fun Day, Christmas style! This event promises plenty of festive fun and community spirit, perfect for families and friends of all ages. Highlights Include:Purple Colour Run: Hosted by the Northern Gold Coast Rotaract Club at 4 PM. Join us in raising awareness for Domestic and Family Violence through this vibrant and meaningful activity.Jumping Castle: Bounce into the fun with our giant jumping castle!Face Painters: Transform into your favourite characters with our talented face painters.Animal Farm: Get up close and cuddly with the adorable animals at our petting farm.Free Snags: Enjoy delicious free snags on us—perfect for a fun family day out! More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/ZckWPLnskwnhNuaJ/

Saturday 7 December, 3 - 8.30pm, Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct The City of Logan Christmas Carols is the city’s biggest annual Christmas event, celebrating the magic and joy of the festive season. This FREE family-friendly event features hours of on-stage entertainment, festive activities, food trucks, and markets, all jam-packed into one magical day. We’ve levelled up this year with a new and improved site plan BYO picnic rug and low chairs and create your own space on the lawn (no tents, shelters or in-ground umbrellas) and settle in for a full afternoon and evening of festive fun This is a pet free event (except service animals). We thank you for your understanding. No booking required. More information: https://www.facebook.com/share/qodR6XJ8rQWXbCjE/

Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 December, 3-8pm, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 74 Mudgeeraba road, Mudgeeraba Join us for a truly magical and completely free Christmas event on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 December. The vision for Night in Bethlehem - Gold Coast is a seemingly simple one: to create a traditional looking village like you may have found in Bethlehem more than 2000 years ago – all for FREE, where visitors will taste, touch, see, smell and truly experience what life could have been like on that sacred, holy night with wise men, donkeys and one very special baby. Guests can expect to feel and experience something different at Night in Bethlehem – Gold Coast. The free event will be split into two parts: A pop up village street scene and a 20 minute live nativity show. More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AwpW4JK2F/

Saturday 7 December, 4- 8pm, Alicia Street, Southport Alicia Street Christmas Fair is back this December! This festive occasion organised by Division 6 Councillor Brooke Patterson will be a unique opportunity to bring together the local community, schools, businesses and residents in a great Christmas-style celebration in a perfect location. Held on Saturday 7th December 2024, the free family festivity will feature live music, market stalls, inflatable fun, local restaurant specials, games & activities, PLUS a visit from Santa Claus ! Come on down and join in the fun!

Saturday 7 December, 4- 8.30pm, Toolona Street, Tugun Tugun Lights Up returns in 2024 for its twelfth annual celebration! Dine under the stars at one of the fantastic local cafes or restaurants, check out the local business offerings, or visit the Christmas market stalls. Plenty of children’s entertainment on offer throughout the program with Santa making a special appearance! Presented by Division 14 Cr Gail O’Neill in partnership with Community Bank Tugun, part of Bendigo Bank, Tugun Lights Up 2024 – a Tugun Progress Association event – will be a celebration not to be missed on Saturday 7th December 2024! Find out more at www.tugunlightsup.com.au