Thursday, 10 December 2015

Get Festive and Have Fun on the Sunshine Coast This Summer

Make the Sunshine Coast your summer holiday destination during the festive season! There is something for every Christmas stocking on the Sunshine Coast this season. From accommodation deals in the Hinterland to the Coast; the whole region will be humming with Christmas and New Year's events, special events, music and markets. Whether you're looking for the perfect gift for that hard-to-buy for friend, feel like singing along to Christmas carols or you need that last-minute photo with Santa, you'll find it all on the Sunshine Coast this December.

Twilight Markets

Get all your Christmas shopping out of the way at one of the many fantastic pre or post-Christmas markets held during December and January across the Sunshine Coast - the perfect place to find a unique gift.
  • Eumundi Night Markets, Memorial Drive, Eumundi, 4, 11 & 18 December, 5pm - 9pm.
  • Caloundra Street Fair Twilight Markets, Bulcock Beach Esplanade, Caloundra every Friday (except 25 December & 29 January), 5pm – 9pm.
  • Coolum Twilight Markets, Tickle Park, Coolum Beach, every Friday (except 25 December), 4pm – 8pm.
  • Mary Street Christmas markets, Gympie, 14 & 21 December, from 5pm.

Christmas Carols

Celebrate this special time of the year and enjoy one of the many carols events.
  • Enchanted Carols Performance with Katie Noonan, Eudlo Hall, Eudlo – 12 December 7pm – 9pm. Tickets required and can be booked online.
  • Coolum Christmas in the Park, Tickle Park, Coolum Beach – 12 December from 7pm
  • Carols at Cotton Tree, Esplanade, Cotton Tree – 12 December, 4.30pm - 8.30pm
  • Carols on the Green, Balmoral Road, Montville – 16 December, 6pm - 7.30pm.
  • Carols on Kings Beach, Amphitheatre, Kings Beach – 19 December, 4.30pm - 8.30pm
  • Christmas in the Park, Nelson Reserve, Gympie – 19 December, 7pm – 8pm.
  • Carols at Novotel Twin Waters, Twin Waters – 20 December from 5.30pm.
  • Carols on the River, Lions Park, Noosaville – 20 December, 7pm – 9pm.
  • Carols on the Beach, Peregian Beach – 21 December, 4.30pm to 8pm

Christmas Events

Join in the fun and celebrations of the festive season during your stay on the Sunshine Coast.
  • Christmas in Cooroy, 4-5 December. Visit Christmasincooroy.com.au for more details.
  • Santa at The Ginger Factory, Yandina, (Thursday to Sunday) 5 - 24 December, 10.30am – 3.00pm.
  • The Christmas Ball, Gympie Civic Centre, 11 December, 7pm.
  • Kilkivan Christmas Carnival, Kilkivan Showgrounds, 12 December, 5pm to late.
  • The Fairies Christmas Magic Concert, The Events Centre, Caloundra, 12 December, 11am.
  • Christmas Boat Parade, Mooloolah River, Mooloolaba, 12 December, 6.30pm - 8.30pm.
  • Once Upon a Christmas Carol (Pantomine), Eumundi, 12 December, 6.30pm - 8.30pm.
  • 20th Tewantin Christmas Carnival, Memorial Park, Tewantin, 13 December, from 4pm.
  • Christmas in Alex, Buhk Family Park, Alexandra Headlands, 13 December, 4pm - 8pm.
  • Christmas Wonderland, Aussie World, Palmview, 18-19 December, 6pm – 9.30pm.
  • Santa Comes to Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba Main Beach, 24 December, 5.30pm.

Christmas Feasts

Take the stress out of preparing a festive feast and enjoy Christmas in Sunshine Coast style with friends and family!
  • Maleny Free Community Christmas Breakfast, Neighbourhood Centre, Maleny at 8am.
  • Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Twin Waters, Buffet options in one of three restaurants. For more information call 1800 072 277.
  • Noosa Springs Resort, Festive Buffet, 11.30am – 3pm. Adults $160pp and children under 12 $59pp. For more information and to book visit - www.noosasprings.com.au
  • Sheraton Noosa, Celebrate a White Christmas in the Ballroom, Midday – 3.30pm. For more information and to book call 07 5449 4888.

New Year's Eve

Ten, Nine, Eight – Welcome in 2016 in style at one of the many functions, parties and festivals held across the Sunshine Coast.
  • NYE Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba from 4pm, free entry 
  • This will be an alcohol, glass and drug free event in a patrolled and fenced event zone. Two fireworks shows at 8.30pm and midnight, kids entertainment, food stalls and live music by The Potbelleez, Busby Marou and Carl Wockner.
  • NYE Caloundra, Kings Beach Amphitheatre and Lions Park, Kings Beach from 4pm - 9.45pm
  • Join the family beach party with children's entertainment, buskers and live music by Carl Wockner, Uke Crazy People, Paul Camilleri, Hannah Louise and more. Includes twilight movie, Minions at 7.15pm and fireworks at 9.30pm.
  • NYE Coolum, Tickle Park, Coolum from 6pm - 9pmPresented by The Lions Club of Coolum, the family friendly event will include amusement rides, sausage sizzle, popcorn, fairy floss and fireworks at 8pm.
  • Woodford Folk Festival, Woodrow Road, Woodford.  With more concerts, street theatre, film and comedy sessions, there's no better way to bring in 2016! Tickets and information: https://woodfordfolkfestival.com
  • Novotel Twin Waters Carnival, Ocean Drive, Twin Waters from 5pm. Carnival rides, food stalls, fireworks at 9pm and live music. For more information and tickets visit: www.novoteltwinwatersresort.com.au
  • New Years Eve @ the Lake, Boreen Point. Includes a street parade, music, food, face painting and more. For further information call 0437 721 966.
  • Tin Can Bay Foreshore Carnival. Family fun with amusements, pony rides, food, live band 'Stealing Lincoln' and laser light shows at 9pm and midnight. Festivities start at 2.30pm.
  • No Bull Ball at The Pavilion Conference & Reception Centre, Gympie. A black tie event with a three course meal, live entertainment by five piece band and a mechanical bull! Multiple auctions will also be held on the night. Commences at 6.30pm. Tickets $100 and you can buy here - http://goo.gl/zI2LS5

Festive Accommodation Deals

Get in early and book your summer break now with these fantastic specials.
  • Glass on Glasshouse, Glasshouse Mountains – Save $150 on a 3 night stay. Escape the crowds. Free breakfast and WiFi. To book visit www.glassonglasshouse.com.au 
  • Montville Grove, Montville – Save $120 on Christmas and New Year packages over 3 nights. To book your stay visit the website or phone 07 5442 9186.
  • Noosa Springs Resort, Noosa – 3 night family stay and play package from $1517. Includes breakfast, full day golf and family pass to Australia Zoo. Call 07 5440 3333.

Recovery

On New Year's Day hit the beach with recovery at Maroochydore Surf Club and help celebrate their Centenary! The ultimate beach party will have face painting, balloons, jumping castle, live music, slushies, fireworks, food stalls and bar area. Join in the action from 3pm to 7pm.

For more information on planning your FESTIVE stay on the Sunshine Coast go to:www.visitsunshinecoast.com.au

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