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Christmas in Broadbeach
Step into a magical gingerbread village at Christmas in Broadbeach this December 2026. Gold Coast holidaymakers and local families can enjoy free festive workshops, hands-on cookie decorating, storytime theatre, and special evening visits from Santa, plus a special outdoor screening of Elf at Kurrawa Park.
Christmas in Broadbeach 2026
Christmas in Broadbeach turns Broadbeach Mall into a magical gingerbread village from Monday 14 to Sunday 20 December, with free festive fun for the whole family.
Children can get busy with Christmas crafts and cookie decorating, then wind down with storytime theatre. Bookings are required for the workshops and storytime. Santa also makes a special evening visit to the village.
On Friday 18 December, families can enjoy the Christmas classic Elf at Movies Under the Stars at Kurrawa Park.
The event is presented by the City of Gold Coast. Full details and the booking link are still to come.
Plan your visit
When: Monday 14th December – Sunday 20th December 2026
Where: Gingerbread Village, Broadbeach Mall, Victoria Avenue, Broadbeach, 4218
Cost: Free, workshops require booking,
More information and booking information here
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