Free Christmas Events Brisbane 2024: Ultimate Family Guide to Festive Fun

Looking for free Christmas events in Brisbane? We’ve compiled the most comprehensive guide to Brisbane’s family Christmas activities for 2024! From dazzling light displays to Santa meet-and-greets, discover over 50 festive events celebrating the magic of the holiday season.

Our ultimate Christmas events guide is updated regularly with fresh holiday activities across South East Queensland. Bookmark this page to stay informed about upcoming free Christmas celebrations perfect for kids and families.

Whether you’re seeking magical Christmas carols, enchanting street parades, or festive markets, our carefully curated list features Brisbane’s best holiday entertainment. Don’t miss these memory-making opportunities to experience the wonder of Christmas with your little ones!

Christmas Events over Multiple Days

🎄Santa Visits The Farm

Granite Belt Christmas Farm | Applethorpe

16 November – 22 December (weekends only), 10am – 1pm.

Santa will be visiting the Granite Belt Christmas Farm every weekend from 16 November – 22 December from 10am – 1pm! Bring your camera and capture the magic of Christmas with Santa! No Bookings are required.

Santa Visits the Farm details

🎄Redlands Coast Christmas Trail

Redlands Coast 

22 November – 20 December

Join the festive fun with our Christmas Trail, brought to life with the magic of augmented reality!

**The tree lighting event has been rescheduled for Friday, 29 November, while the city-wide Christmas on Redlands Coast program will still kick off on schedule with a host of other activities.**

Embark on an exciting adventure trail this Christmas as you search for festive characters at the 9 locations pinned on the map and listed below. At these locations, find colourful decals on the ground featuring Christmas images of Santa, Elves or Snowmen.

Download the free Creativitek app from the App store or Google Play.

Find out more here: Redlands Coast Christmas Trail

🎄Brisbane Fair Trade Christmas Market

Queensland Sport and Athletic Centre | Nathan

23 & 24 November

This is your one-stop shop for all your ethically sourced handcrafted Christmas gifts and decorations. This popular Christmas Market is an annual event you will not want to miss, especially if you want to give a gift this Christmas that makes a difference! 

 Brisbane Fair Trade Christmas Markets details

🎄Christmas in Brisbane City

Multiple locations

29 November – 24 December

This program is too extensive for us to unpack (think shows, lights, carols etc) so we have a dedicated article here.

🎄The Handmade Christmas Markets

Whale Hall Queensland Museum | South Brisbane

30 November & 21 December, 9am – 3pm

Whether you’re on the hunt for a special gift, searching for a new addition to your home, or simply seeking creative inspiration, the markets offer something for everyone. Discover hidden gems, indulge in unique designs, and support local artists who pour their heart and soul into their craft.

 The Handmade Christmas Markets details

🎄A Seaside Christmas

Bribie Island Seaside Museum | Bribie Island

1 – 24 December (Wednesday – Sunday only), 10am – 4pm

Get into the Christmas spirit with new, fun, and engaging Christmas activities every day we are open in December, including: checking out the cheeky antics of our Christmas elf, participating in one of our Christmas themed scavenger hunts, getting creative with our Christmas craft table.

A Seaside Christmas details

🎄Bridgeman Christmas Lights Festival 2024

Bridgeman Baptist Community Church | Bridgeman Downs

11 – 13 December, 5:30pm – 8:30pm

Bridgeman Baptist Community Church warmly invites the community to celebrate the joy of Christmas at Lights, a festive event held across three nights in December. Visitors can look forward to a dazzling Christmas Show, running multiple times each evening, and a live retelling of the Bethlehem Story onstage. The immersive Tunnel of Light, featuring over 50,000 LEDs, creates a magical entry into the event, while food stalls, boutique markets, and the Soul Op Shop & Espresso provide plenty of options for dining, shopping, and coffee.

Families will enjoy strolling through the Christmas Forest, complete with twinkling lights and festive trees, as well as a host of additional activities for kids, including rides and an animal farm.

Inclusive features such as AUSLAN interpreters on Night 2 and a sensory room with lower-stimulation options ensure everyone can enjoy the festivities.

Bridgeman Christmas Lights Festival 2024 details

🎄Government House Christmas Light Display

Government House | Paddington

13 – 19 December, 6.45pm – 8.15pm

The landmark historic house and gardens of the Fernberg Estate will be once again lit up in a magical light show that has become a must-see for Brisbane families at Christmas time. This year’s display will look slightly different from years past, so if you haven’t been in a while, be sure you don’t miss this spectacular night out! Visitors are also welcome inside Government House to have a photo alongside the grandly decorated Christmas Tree.

Government House Christmas Lights details

🎄Christmas in Ipswich

Nicholas Street Precinct | Ipswich

13 – 22 December, 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Experience the magic of ‘St Nicholas Precinct’ with lights, live entertainment and Christmas movies each night. Plus visit Christmas lights displays, write a letter to Santa and join in the fun of Santa on Tour. Local Christmas markets, carols and celebrations will be held across the City of Ipswich.   

Find out more here: Christmas in Ipswich

🎄The Collective Markets Christmas Edition

Stanley Street Plaza | South Bank

14 – 22 December, 10am – 9pm

Stroll through the fairy light-adorned stalls as you shop from a mix of traditional Christmas-themed products, including decorations, gifts, cards, toys, clothing, food and more. 

The Collective Markets Christmas Edition details

🎄Christmas Markets GC

Broadwater Parklands | Southport

20 – 22 December, 4pm – 10pm

Bring the whole family for a magical Christmas shopping experience at Broadwater Parklands, transformed into a festive wonderland for three nights only. Stroll under fairy-lit trees, discover unique artisanal gifts, and enjoy seasonal treats. With live entertainment, merry carollers, giant inflatables, enchanting decorations, train rides, and Santa arriving by helicopter for free photos in his Grotto, there’s holiday cheer for everyone! 

Christmas Markets GC 2024 details

Sunday 10 November

🎄Santa’s Arrival

Westfield Chermside| Chermside, 10am – 10:30am

He’s made his list, and he’s checked it twice! Santa is on his way to Westfield Chermside for a very merry celebration. Join Santa and his friends for a magical parade full of music, dancing and cheer. The parade will tour the centre starting at The Santa Set, Level 1, near The Coffee Club.

Santa’s Arrival Westfield Chermside details

🎄Celebrate Santa at Westfield Mt Gravatt

Westfield Mt Gravatt | Mt Gravatt, 10am – 2pm

Get ready, because Santa Claus is coming to town on Sunday, 10 November! This year, he’s bringing along some extra holiday magic with Rudolph, Santa’s elves, stilt walkers, and other festive friends to bring the Christmas cheer. Santa’s merry crew will be roaming around the Santa Set on Level 1 until 2:00 PM, spreading joy and posing for photos. Don’t miss the chance to say hello and capture a merry memory with these Christmas characters!

Celebrate Santa at Westfield Mt Gravatt details

Friday 15 November

🎄Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets

Beenleigh Markets | Beenleigh, 5pm – 9pm
From gourmet food and unique gifts to live entertainment, spectacular winter wonderland decorations and kids activities, Beenleigh Markets are packing the place with festive cheer and over 100 stalls!

Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Market details

🎄Christmas on the Green – St Joseph’s Beenleigh

St Josephs School | Beenleigh, from 5:30pm

Christmas on the Green offers a festive evening of carols, community spirit, and holiday cheer on the school oval. Families are invited to bring a picnic rug, some snacks, and join in singing along to favourite carols under the stars. A wonderful way to kick off the holiday season!

Christmas on the Green – St Joseph’s Beenleigh details

Friday 22 November

🎄Albany Creek Twilight Markets

Albany Creek State School | Albany Creek, 5pm – 8.30pm

The Annual Twilight Markets are your chance to bring the whole family along, have a great night out and do your Christmas shopping while supporting local businesses.  Expect boutique markets stalls, delicious food vendors, live music, face painting and more. 

Albany Creek Twilight Market details

Saturday 23 November

🎄Carseldine Christmas Markets 

Carseldine Markets | Carseldine, 4pm – 10pm

Sleigh the night away with artisan handmade gifts, gourmet eats and drinks, spectacular Christmas cheer and decorations, live entertainment, snaps with Santa,  kids activities and entertainment and more! 

Carseldine Twilight Christmas Market details

🎄Newport Christmas Twilight Market

Endeavour Park | Newport 12pm – 6pm

Get into the festive spirit at the Newport Christmas Twilight Market! Enjoy a visit from Santa, food trucks, local artisan stalls, live music, free face painting, and fun activities for the whole family. A perfect way to celebrate the season and support local businesses!

Newport Christmas Twilight Market details

🎄Christmas Is Coming

Bracken Ridge Baptist Church | Bracken Ridge, from 4pm

The annual “Christmas Is Coming” night invites everyone to kick off the festive season in style! Enjoy a festive evening filled with gingerbread house building, market browsing, and delicious food. It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!

Christmas is Coming details

Friday 29 November

🎄Brassall Christmas in the Park 

Suttons Park | Brassall, 6pm – 9pm

Bringing the community together for Christmas, this spectacular stage show features local performers and live orchestra, a visit from Santa, an array of delicious food and an amazing fireworks finale.

Brassall Christmas in the Park details

🎄The lighting of the Brisbane Christmas Tree

King George Square | Brisbane CBD 6.30-9.30

The Christmas in Brisbane extravaganza kicks off with the official lighting of the beautiful Brisbane City Christmas Tree, which stands 22m tall in the centre of the city for all to see.

The lighting of the Brisbane Christmas Tree details

🎄Christmas Street Party in Caloundra

Bulcock St | Caloundra, 4pm – 8pm

Get ready to experience the magic of Christmas in Caloundra’s beachside playground with the Christmas Street Party! This free, family-friendly event brings festive cheer with street performances, interactive activities, face painting, live art demos, and creative workshops. Enjoy a night market filled with handmade treasures and unique gifts from local artisans, plus a variety of delicious food from local vendors and food trucks. With late-night shopping and plenty of holiday fun, this is the perfect way to kick off the festive season in Caloundra!

Christmas Street Party in Caloundra details

🎄ESS Christmas Movie and Markets

Enoggera State School | Enoggera, from 4:30pm

The Annual Christmas Movie and Markets night is back, bringing festive fun to the Oval. Enjoy browsing local handmade market stalls for unique Christmas gifts, along with delicious food trucks and snacks.  Each year group will perform a Christmas song, and the evening will wrap up with a family-friendly movie on the big screen. Entry is free, with fundraising supporting school initiatives.

ESS Christmas Movie & Markets details

Saturday 30 November

🎄Milton Markets Christmas Twilight Markets

Milton Markets | Milton, 4pm- 10pm

Sleigh the night away with artisan handmade gifts, gourmet eats and drinks, spectacular Christmas cheer and decorations, live entertainment, snaps with Santa,  kids activities and entertainment and more! 

Milton Twilight Christmas Market details

🎄Rotary Club of Mt Gravatt Christmas Fair 2024

**EVENT CANCELLED**
Mount Gravatt Showgrounds | Mount Gravatt, 4pm – 9pm

This a free family friendly event. There will be plenty of activities including market stalls, food trucks, carols at candlelight and a Christmas movie. Santa will be making a guest appearance.

Rotary Club of Mount Gravatt Christmas Carols and Market details

🎄The Cage Christmas by The Bay

The Cage Christmas | Redland Bay, 2pm- 6pm

Christmas by The Bay is an event for the whole family. The event will feature live performances on stage and roving entertainment, a Kidz Zone hosted by Fairy Raine, face painting, balloon twisting, arts & crafts activities for the children, along with a petting zoo. A gold coin donation to local P&C gives off-street parking along Broadwater Terrace next to the Redland Bay Hotel for easy access to Stradbroke Street

 The Cage Christmas by The Bay

🎄North Lakes Christmas Carols

**EVENT CANCELLED**
Kinsellas Park | North Lakes,  4pm – 8pm

Bring your best vocals and a blanket to spread out, relax and enjoy a magical evening including carols, free kids activities and workshops, Christmas fireworks, Santa Village, food trucks and some last minute Christmas gift shopping at the twilight markets.

North Lakes Christmas Carols details

🎄Manly Harbour Christmas Lights Launch

**EVENT CANCELLED**
Little Bayside Park | Manly
Little Bayside Park will host the official Manly Harbour Christmas Lights Launch on Saturday, 30 November. The event will feature Christmas carols, a festive movie screening, and plenty of fun activities for the whole family. There might even be a special appearance by Santa himself, with a photo booth available for families to capture holiday memories.

Manly Harbour Christmas Lights Launch details

Sunday 1 December

🎄Coochiemudlo Island Christmas Markets

**EVENT CANCELLED**
Foreshore Parkland | Coochiemudlo Island,  9am – 1pm

Come on over to Coochiemudlo Island for our colourful Christmas Markets right next to the beach! You will find arts and craft, clothing, jewellery and decoration, food and a bit of music. There will be Christmas activities for the children as well as Santa photos and card making. 

Coochiemudlo Island Christmas Markets details

🎄Centenary Carols

Peter Lightfoot Oval | Middle Park, 3.30pm – 8pm

**EVENT DETAILS CHANGED TO ACCOMODATE WEATHER**

This free, family-friendly evening includes food trucks, a rock climbing wall, an obstacle course, jumping castle, Street Science show, twilight markets, food vans, carols with a live nativity scene, and a very fitting fireworks finale.

 Centenary Carols details

🎄Christmas at Frascott

**EVENT CANCELLED**
Frascott Park | Varsity Lakes, 4pm – 8pm

Free festive fun for the whole family in Varsity Lakes. Beginning with a live stage of music and Christmas carols, market stalls, kids entertainment, food trucks and more! Then Santa Claus arriving alongside special Christmas character and school performances, and finishing with a spectacular live laser show at 8pm

Christmas at Frascott details

Friday 6 December

🎄West End Christmas Twilight Market

Davies Park | West End, 4pm – 10pm

Come along to West End’s Twilight Market for an evening of fun festivities the whole family will love. The markets boast homemade stocking stuffers,  delicious food from Brisbane’s local gourmet chefs and  your favourite Christmas music. There’s plenty of fun to be had for the kids too with Christmas entertainment, activities, roving entertainment, stiltwalkers and a visit from Santa. 

West End Christmas Twilight Market details 

🎄Brookfield Bush Christmas 

Brookfield Showgrounds | Brookfield,  4pm – 10pm

This free family event provides the community with an opportunity to come together and celebrate Christmas with live entertainment, great food, free rides for the kids and Christmas market stalls. 

 Brookfield Bush Christmas details

🎄Eatons Hill Santa Parade

Eatons Hill State School | Eatons Hill, 4:30pm – 8:30pm

 From 4.30pm you will hear the hear sleigh bells ringing, Santa ho-ho-hoing from his sleigh and a parade of emergency vehicles escorting him throughout Eatons Hill. The set routes this year are Bunya Park Drive and Saraband Drive.  From 5:30pm there will be entertainment, food & a Christmas Movie at Eatons Hill State School 

Eatons Hill Santa Parade details

🎄Eumundi Christmas Night Market

Eumundi Markets | Eumundi, 4pm – 8pm

Experience the most festive market of the year at the Eumundi Christmas Night Market. Embrace the joyful community spirit that Eumundi is celebrated for, while exploring a vibrant array of artisan stalls – the perfect opportunity to complete all your Christmas shopping and support small local businesses. Indulge in an array of mouthwatering food stalls and be entertained by live music, stilt walkers, carolers, free face painting, aerial and circus workshops, giveaways, and more. Be sure to catch VIP Aussie Santa as he arrives on the iconic Eumundi Firetruck. Santa will be available for photo opportunities throughout the evening.

Eumundi Christmas Night Market details

Saturday 7 December

🎄Distillery Road – Eat, Drink, Shop and be Merry, Christmas Event

Distillery Road Market | Eagleby, 11am – 7pm

Devour delicious food made onsite by our line up of food trucks while enjoying some tunes from the main stage and head inside to the market hall to support local makers by shopping up a storm with a great lineup of local Artisan market stalls hosted by @BrisStyle and get all your Christmas shopping done in one hit!

Distillery Road – Eat, Drink, Shop and be Merry, Christmas Event

🎄Multicap Christmas Markets and Carols

Multicap Medows | Eight Mile Plains, 3pm – 7pm

Featuring market stalls, food trucks, and loads of free entertainment for the whole family, including face painting, a petting zoo, a magician, dancers, Santa, and community choirs singing all your favourite carols, you won’t want to miss it!

Multicap Christmas Carols and Markets details

🎄Christmas on Main Street

Main Street |  Samford, 5pm – 8.45pm

Follow the twinkling lights and red bows to Main Street, Samford Village for a Magical Christmas Garden themed “Christmas on Main Street” with activities, food, entertainment, live music, a special visit by Santa, Makers Market & Carols.

Christmas on Main Street details

🎄Jingle All the Bay

Brighton Street | Sandgate,  3pm – 9pm

See Sandgate Town Centre into a hype of free festive fun with a Christmas Street Parade, markets, Santa Claus, live entertainment, kids Workshops and photo booths and huge amusements and rides for the kids including a Train Ride and Animal Farm.

Jingle all the Bay details

🎄Moggill Twilight Christmas Markets 

Moggill Markets | Moggill, 3pm – 7pm

At twilight, enjoy great food and a visit from Santa while browsing a range of local small business and arts and craft stalls to find the perfect last-minute Christmas gifts.

Moggill Christmas Twilight Market details

🎄Nundah Christmas Twilight Markets

Nundah Market | Nundah,  4pm – 10pm

Get ready to sleigh the season at Nundah Christmas Twilight Market! This isn’t your average Christmas event—expect a night filled with epic vibes, festive beats, and seriously delicious holiday treats!

Nundah Christmas Twilight Markets details

🎄Beachmere Xmas Bazaar & Community Carols 

Clayton Park | Nundah,  4pm – 7pm

A fantastic festive event in Clayton Park featuring Viva La Musica Choir and The Zephyr Project. Market stalls, classic vehicles, face painting, acrobats, aerialists and so much more. 

Beachmere Xmas Bazaar & Community Carols details

🎄Portside Christmas Markets 

Portside Wharf | Hamilton, 3pm- 7pm

The Market Folk will be popping up throughout the Portside Wharf precinct leading toward the wharf and Brisbane river, showcasing a curated line-up of local businesses and live music. 

Portside Christmas Market details

🎄Wakerley Rotary Christmas Carols

Wakerley Park, | Wakerley, 3pm – 8pm

Attended by a 7000+ crowd, the Wakerley Rotary Carols is the flagship carols event of the eastern suburbs that provides family-friendly entertainment and food whilst supporting local businesses and community groups. There is something here for all the family, from rides, face painting, Fireworks, Santa, music, singing and great company. 

Wakerley Rotary Christmas Carols details

🎄Tivoli’s Christmas Under the Stars

Tivoli Drive In Theatre | Chuwar, from 5pm

A night of festive fun for the whole community with free entry! Gather on the Green in front of the stage to sing along to Christmas carols, watch the entertaining Larrikin Puppets, and meet some VIP Wildlife friends up close. Kids can enjoy a free jumping castle, and for $10, get an all-activities pass with access to Ghostly Games, the bungee run, water slide, and face painting. Stroll through Christmas market stalls and food trucks, or grab a bite at the Tivoli Diner. With music, dancing, and entertainment for all ages, the evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display and a screening of Journey to Bethlehem. Gates open at 5pm. Fireworks at 8:30pm.

Tivoli’s Christmas Under the Stars details

🎄Bribie Island Christmas Spectacular

Brennan Park | Bribie Island, from 4pm

 Carols in the Park is set to bring a magical evening of holiday cheer to Brennan Park! This unforgettable community event, presented by Bribie Island Churches, is packed with festive fun for all ages. A special guest performance by Australian Idol Top 8 contestant Kiani Smith will fill the park with holiday spirit, delighting the crowd with her incredible voice. The event kicks off with family-friendly entertainment, featuring food vendors, face painting, balloon art, and a jumping castle for the kids. As the evening unfolds, enjoy a lively carols concert and a dazzling fireworks finale to celebrate the season. Gather family and friends for a joyful night of music, community, and Christmas magic under the stars at Brennan Park!

Bribie Island Christmas Spectacular details

🎄Murrumba Christmas Spectacular

John Oxley Reserve | Murrumba Downs, 4pm – 8pm

Bring your little elves along for this very merry, north of Brisbane Xmas carols community event. Featuring food trucks, stage entertainment, kids activities and of course Christmas carols you’re sure to get into the Christmas spirit. Plus don’t miss a visit from Sant and the fireworks show at 8pm!

Murrumba Christmas Spectacular details

🎄Christmas Carols at Yarrabilba

San Damiano College | Yarrabilba, 3:30pm

Join in for a magical afternoon and evening of Christmas carols at Yarrabilba, celebrating the festive season with live performances, family fun, and Christmas cheer. Bring your picnic blankets, family, and friends for a memorable day with highlights including live carols, a special appearance by Santa, free photos with Santa, delicious food stalls, and more. Entry is free, and everyone is welcome!

Christmas Carols at Yarrabilba details

🎄Lord Mayors Christmas Carols – Victoria Park Satellite Event

Victoria Park | Victoria Park Gates open at 4.30pm live stream from 7pm – 9pm

This Victoria Park free event (registrations required) will feature pre-show entertainment, food trucks and a whole lot of family-friendly fun. Pack a picnic basket and blanket and round up your family and friends for a night of Christmas singing and celebration under a starry Brisbane summer sky.

Lord Mayors Christmas Carols Victoria Park Satellite Event details

🎄Free Movies in the Park @ Manly – Home Alone 2

Little Bayside Park | Manly, 7pm – 9pm

Join in for a free Movies in the Park – Home Alone 2 : Lost in New York. Remember, the movie won’t start until after sunset. Bring a folding chair, rug or cushion and settle in for a great evening’s entertainment. Pack a picnic or grab takeaway from one of the many nearby Manly Harbour Village restaurants and outlets.

Free Movie in the Park @ Manly details

🎄Redcliffe St Mary’s Christmas Fair

St Mary’s Anglican Church | Redcliffe, 10am – 2pm

Emjoy a festive Christmas Fair filled with activities for the whole family. Explore stalls offering unique gift ideas, cakes, baked goods, plants, jams, chutneys, crafts, and more. There’s also a dedicated kids’ zone, delicious food and drinks, and exciting raffles. Entertainment will feature performances by the Sharon Alback Carollers, Multitude Choir, and Pine Rivers Brass Band. Santa will make a special appearance, so don’t forget your camera! All are welcome to this joyful community celebration.

Redcliffe St Mary’s Christmas Fair details

Sunday 8 December

🎄Bardon Christmas Markets

Norman Buchan Park| Bardon,  7am – 12pm

Bardon’s annual Christmas event boasts handmade Christmas gifts, live music, delicious food, fresh produce, exceptional meat, a visit from Santa and fun activities.

Bardon Christmas Markets details

🎄Kelvin Grove Christmas Carols and Fete

QUT A Block Lawn | Kelvin Grove, 4pm – 7:30pm

Bring along a picnic rug, pack some nibbles, and come along for a free dinner, live entertainment, jumping castle, and more! Once the sun goes down and the lights come on, there will be Twilight Carols from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.

Kelvin Grove Christmas Carols details

🎄Logan Christmas Carols

Kingston Butter Factory | Kingston, 3pm – 8.30pm

The City of Logan Christmas Carols brings the community together for the city’s biggest annual festive celebration. This free, family-friendly event offers hours of live entertainment, festive activities, food trucks, and markets, all in one joyful day. With an improved site plan this year, families are invited to bring picnic rugs and low chairs to create their own space on the lawn and enjoy an afternoon and evening filled with holiday cheer.

Logan Christmas Carols details

🎄Technicolour Multicultural Festival: Light of the World

Multicultural Community Centre |  Newmarket, 3pm – 9pm

Newmarket’s biggest festival returns with the 12th annual Technicolour Multicultural Festival: Light of the World, presented by the Multicultural Community Centre. This vibrant celebration brings together people from diverse backgrounds to honour Brisbane’s rich cultural diversity. Enjoy spectacular performances, delicious international cuisine, and family-friendly activities in a joyful community atmosphere. Free tickets are available, but registration is required for this unmissable event!

Technicolour Multicultural Festival: Light of the World details

🎄Northern Gold Coast Carols

Brien Harris Oval | Ormeau, 4pm – 8:30pm

Join the Northern Gold Coast community for a much-loved tradition at Brien Harris Oval! This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to come together and celebrate the festive season with an unforgettable night of Christmas cheer and fun.

Northern Gold Coast Carols details

Friday 13 December

🎄Forest Hill Christmas Festivities

Main Street | Forest Hill, 6pm – 9pm

This beloved Forest Hill tradition transforms Main Street into a lively celebration of community spirit each year. With the street closed off, locals and visitors alike wander through charming shops, try their luck on low-key rides, and spin for a chance to win Christmas hams and turkeys on the classic ham wheels.
The afternoon unfolds into an evening of relaxed fun, with live music on the back of a truck setting the perfect backdrop. Raffles, street food, and drinks from local hotels add to the festive atmosphere. Running for generations, this cherished event has become a true highlight of Forest Hill’s holiday season, bringing people together for a delightful night of tradition and celebration. 

Forest Hill Christmas Festivities details

🎄Maleny Late Night Christmas

Maple Street | Maleny, 5pm – 8pm

Shop at the handmade Markets in the community Centre and lots more as Maple Street comes alive with Mr and Mrs Claus, reindeer, carols, late-night shopping from businesses, live entertainment roving performers, face painting, kids activities and more. 

Maleny Late Night Christmas details 

🎄Rosewood Christmas Festival

Christmas Festival & Markets | Rosewood, 5pm – 8pm

The Rosewood Christmas Festival and Markets will light up the Rosewood Showgrounds with holiday cheer. Visitors can enjoy community Christmas carols, free rides and activities, and a variety of Christmas markets featuring unique, handcrafted gifts from local stallholders. Delicious food will be available for purchase, supporting local groups and businesses, and Santa will make a memorable arrival in a fire truck—perfect for photos!

The Rosewood Christmas Festival details

Saturday 14 December

🎄Surfers Paradise Christmas Twilight Market

Surfers Christmas Markets | Surfers Paradise Foreshore, 4pm – 9pm

Grab your little helpers and head to the coast for a special Christmas Market on the beach, with live tunes, kids’ activities, spectacular Christmas decorations and over 100 market stalls. 

Surfers Paradise Christmas Twilight Markets details

🎄Logan Village Christmas Event

Village Green | Logan Village, 6pm – 8pm

Logan Village Green invites families for a free screening of *Elliot: The Littlest Reindeer*, along with festive treats for all. Santa will make a special appearance to hand out bags of lollies, and children will receive free gifts. Enjoy ice cream, coffee, popcorn, and a BBQ as you relax with your own chair or picnic blanket. Limited parking is available at the Logan Village Green car park on Logan Street, so arrive early for a spot.

Logan Village Christmas Event details

🎄Redcliffe Christmas Twilight Markets 

Redcliffe Parade | Redcliffe , 4pm – 9pm

Redcliffe Parade will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland, with kids’ activities, sideshow alley, amazing market stalls, live entertainment and a magical fireworks display.

 Redcliffe Twilight Christmas Markets details

🎄Nerang Celebrates Christmas

Bischof Park | Nerang, 3pm – 8pm

Nerang Celebrates returns with more festive fun than ever! Enjoy $2 rides, face painting, a Christmas market, food trucks, and a sausage sizzle. Local entertainment starts from 3pm, followed by the main Christmas Carols at 6pm, and a fireworks finale at 8pm. Even Santa will make a special appearance!

Nerang Celebrates Christmas details

🎄Ascot Green Christmas Carols and Markets

St. Leger Lawn, Eagle Farm Racecourse | Ascot, 5pm – 8pm

The community is invited to a festive celebration like no other. Guests can enjoy an evening of Christmas carols performed by Opera Queensland, the Northside Concert Orchestra, and the Queensland Show Choir. The event will feature pop-up market stalls, food trucks, and a variety of kid-friendly activities. Registration is required.

Ascot Green Christmas Carols and Markets details

🎄Christmas Family Fun Day

Souths Sports Club | Acacia Ridge, 4pm – 8:30pm

Join Souths Sports Club’s Community Christmas Fun Day and Fireworks Spectacular, a festive celebration for the whole family. Enjoy live entertainment, fun inflatables, arts and crafts, Christmas carols, and a special visit from Santa. The evening culminates with a dazzling fireworks display. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase, ensuring a magical holiday experience for all.

Christmas Family Fun Day details

Sunday 15 December

🎄Pine Rivers Christmas Carols

Pine Rivers Park| Pine Rivers, 4pm – 8pm

Bring your best vocals and a blanket to spread out, relax and enjoy a magical evening including carols, free kids activities and workshops, as well as some last-minute Christmas gift shopping at the twilight markets.

Pine Rivers Christmas Carols details

🎄Carols on the Beach @ Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise Beach | Surfers Paradise, 5pm – 8pm

This year’s Carols on the Beach promises a festive treat, featuring two incredible performers: Lenny Pearce, a top talent in toddler techno and rising star in the electronic music scene, and ARIA-winning Emma Memma, known for her lively children’s music and dance shows. Returning hosts Matty J and Laura will guide the festivities, inviting everyone to sing along to the best modern and traditional carols in a three-hour celebration beginning at 5pm. Santa will be there to join the fun, and the night will close with a dazzling fireworks display—classic Surfers Paradise style. This free, family-friendly event offers a perfect excuse for a weekend staycation or a festive dinner at one of Surfers Paradise’s many fantastic restaurants. Getting there is easy too; take the G to Cavill Avenue, or join the reindeer and walk, ride, scoot, or skate to the event.

Carols on the Beach @ Surfers Paradise details

🎄Jacobs Well Community Carols

Jacobs Well Community Centre | 5pm

Jjoin in the Christmas spirit at the 2024 Jacobs Well Community Carols, brought to you free by the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Children’s entertainment starts at 5pm followed by Carols and entertainment. Santa will be there along with lots of other fun for young and old. Fireworks will see out the night.

Jacobs Well Community Carols details

🎄Rocklea Showgrounds Christmas Markets

Showground Markets | Rocklea, 2pm – 7pm

This wonderful community event will have something for everyone with heaps of Market Stalls, Food Trucks, Live Music, Free Kids Craft, Christmas Activities, Face Painting, Jumping Castle and of course a visit from Santa!! Come along for a wonderful Christmas filled evening and get a special gift from one of our many vendors.

Rocklea Showgrounds Christmas Markets

🎄Christmas Movie in the Park – Pimpama

Enjoy a festive evening at the Christmas Movie in the Park! Explore market stalls, indulge in delicious food from local trucks, and enjoy live music, face painting, and an inflatable obstacle course for the kids. A special guest will make a memorable appearance, and the evening wraps up with a Christmas movie at sundown, followed by a dazzling fireworks show. Bring your picnic blankets, chairs, and holiday spirit for a magical night!

Christmas Movie in the Park – Pimpama details

🎄Xmas in Alex

Buhk Family Park, Alexandra Parade | Alexandra Headland, 4pm – 8pm

Xmas in Alex is a family focused event featuring music and carols, childrens entertainment with rides and facepainting and a visit from Santa, finishing with a fireworks display at 8.00pm.  No entry charge – bring a picnic for the park or purchase dinner from one of the local supportive restaurants.

Xmas in Alex details

🎄Oasis Church Christmas Festival

Oasis Church | Bray Park, 3pm – 7pm

Join the Festival fun with FREE jumping castles, kids activities, face painting, live music, snow cones, fairy floss, fresh donuts and more! There will also be food trucks and opportunity to enjoy the Carols Show. Enjoy the Carols Shows in air-conditioning and sing along to some of your favourite Christmas songs and carols.

Oasis Church Christmas Festival details

🎄Kids Christmas Party on the Oval

Carina Leagues Club | Carina, 9am – 12pm

Join the fun at the Kids Christmas Party on the Oval! The first 200 kids will receive a free festive party bag, packed with fun goodies. Enjoy a festive makeover with our Christmas Elf face painters, and watch as balloon twisters create colourful masterpieces. Don’t miss the chance to meet Santa and take home a complimentary photo! Kids can also enjoy classic carnival rides, including teacups, a merry-go-round, and a jumping castle. Satisfy your sweet tooth with snow cones and fairy floss, and learn about fascinating reptiles at our live reptile show!

Kids Christmas Party on the Oval details

Monday 16 December

🎄Christmas in Ipswich – Low Sensory event

Nicholas Street Precinct | Ipswich, Monday 16 December 2024, 6pm– 9pm

A special evening at the magical Christmas lighting installation, St Nicholas Precinct, for those seeking a gentler, sensory-friendly experience.  With a quieter environment and dedicated low sensory tent, this evening allows more families to experience the joy of Christmas.

Christmas in Ipswich – Low Sensory event details

Saturday 21 December

🎄Brisbane’s Bayside Carols

Wynnum Manly Bandstand Park | 2pm – 9pm

Brisbane’s Bayside Carols is on again, An afternoon and evening of entertainments. Free mini carnival from 2:00pm with free rock wall climbing, free slide, free face painting, and more. Food stalls and on stage entertainment. Carols commence at 6:45pm. Bring your blanket or chairs. Battery operated candles on sale. Fireworks to follow

Brisbane’s Bayside Carols details

🎄Kenilworth Christmas Show & 100th Anniversary Celebration of Kenilworth Hall 

Kenilworth Showgrounds |  Kenilworth, 3pm – 8:30pm

The Kenilworth Christmas Show is back, with extra excitement this year as it marks the 100th anniversary of the historic Kenilworth Hall. This free community celebration is set to be the biggest yet, featuring food trucks, a mega raffle with fantastic prizes, face painting, and free kids’ rides starting from early afternoon. Santa arrives at 6pm, bringing holiday cheer for all, and the evening will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the sky at 8pm.
Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets, gather family and friends, and settle in for an unforgettable night under the stars. Raffle proceeds will go toward supporting local community initiatives, with prizes donated by generous local businesses. Don’t miss this memorable celebration of community and holiday spirit in Kenilworth!

Kenilworth Christmas Show & 100th Anniversary Celebration of Kenilworth Hall details

🎄Saving Christmas – Yarrabilba’s Annual Christmas Carol Production

Yarrabilba State Secondary College | Yarrabilba, 6pm – 7:30pm

Everyone is invited to the Christmas production *Saving Christmas*, a free family-friendly event filled with festive cheer, favourite carols, and fun giveaways. Santa will make a special appearance, along with an extra special blue, four-legged guest! Arrive early to secure a great seat, and enjoy a night that promises to bring the Christmas spirit to life. Wheelchair access is available.

Saving Christmas – Yarrabilba’s Annual Christmas Carol Production details

🎄Christmas Carnival at Caboolture Markets

Caboolture Showgrounds | Caboolture, 4pm – 9pm

The Christmas Carnival is a festive celebration perfect for families and friends to enjoy the magic of the season. Highlights include market stalls offering unique holiday gifts and crafts, delicious food and drinks, exciting kids’ rides, and a dazzling fireworks display to cap off the night. Bring your loved ones and soak up the festive atmosphere.

Christmas Carnival at Caboolture Markets details

Sunday 22 December

🎄BrisStyle Twilight Christmas Markets

King George Square | Brisbane CBD, 4pm – 9pm

Admire artisanal hand-crafted goods underneath the gorgeous glow of City Hall and the twinkling lights of the Brisbane City Christmas Tree as you do your Christmas shopping in one swoop and enjoy the food trucks, live musical entertainment and a visit from the man in red!

 The BrisStyle Twilight Christmas Market details

🎄Mudgeeraba Twilight Christmas Market

Mudgeeraba Showgrounds | Mudgeeraba, 3pm – 8pm

The annual Mudgeeraba Twilight Christmas Market is returning with a fun-filled family evening. Visitors can enjoy market stalls, food trucks, live music, Christmas carols, a free kids’ craft area, and a special visit from Santa.

Mudgeeraba Twilight Christmas Market details

Tuesday 21 December

🎄Christmas Eve on Mooloolaba Beach

Mooloolaba Beach | Mooloolaba, from 5:30pm

On Christmas Eve, join in the festive cheer as Santa arrives at Mooloolaba Beach by surf boat, followed by a dazzling fireworks display! This free, family-friendly event is a special way to thank the community and celebrate the holiday season. Hosted by Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club, the evening also reminds everyone to stay safe by swimming between the red and yellow flags. 

Catch Santa’s arrival and the fireworks show right on the beach in front of the Surf Club for a truly memorable Christmas Eve celebration.

Christmas Eve on Mooloolaba Beach details

 

 

 

 

🎄The Lott by Golden Casket City Hall Lights

King George Square | Brisbane City, 9 – 24 December,  7.30pm – midnight (show every 15 minutes)

Make sure you do not miss the Lott by Golden Casket City Hall Light Spectacular. This amazing and beautiful show will entertain all ages and is guaranteed to put everyone in the festive spirit. Believe us when we say this show is truly magical and once you have seen it, you will want to go back again and again. This year Brisbane Families will be able to watch a dazzling visual and sound display, narrated by Brisbane local, The Order of Australia recipient and Olympic Swimmer, Cate Campbell. 

🎄Christmas on Queen

Queen Street Mall | Brisbane City, 9 – 24 December, 11am-3pm daily, plus 4.30pm-8.30pm during late-night trade

Enjoy the magic of Christmas in Queen Street Mall with daily pop-up performances and roving entertainment that’s sure to delight all ages. The festive performances and entertainment will feature throughout Queen Street Mall. 

🎄Christmas on Brunswick

Brunswick Street Mall | Fortitude Valley, 9 – 23 December, 12pm – 3pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays

Enjoy the magic of Christmas in the Valley. There will be live pop-live performances and roaming entertainment.  The festive performances and entertainment will be throughout the Brunswick Street Mall.

🎄Christmas Markets GC 2022

16- 18 December, 4pm – 9pm @Broadwater Parklands | Broadwater

Combining free family fun and relaxed Christmas shopping under fairy-lit trees, kids will delight in Santa’s arrival by helicopter, delicious Yuletide treats and a festive Christmas movie. 

🎄Santa’s Stop Over

Flowstate Pavillion | South Bank, 17 – 22 December, 4pm – 9.30pm 

Visit Santa on his annual visit Down Under amid a festive Flowstate Pavillion in South Bank Parklands. Snap your own selfie pics with Christmas royalty for a memento of the yuletide season or hand your phone or camera to Santa’s little helpers for a festive photoshoot to remember. This event is free but donations to the Children’s Hospital Foundation, located nearby Santa’s sleigh, are appreciated.

🎄Holly Jolly Kids

Little Stanley Street Lawns | South Bank, 17 – 22 December, 4pm – 8pm 

Boogie along to everyone’s favourite Christmas carols at the Elf Sing-Along Dance Party, play lawn games or build a reindeer at the free craft station. Then, visit The Wishing Tree to write down your Christmas wishes and hang them on the tree, creating a beautiful piece of temporary public art.

🎄Christmas Cinema

River Quay | South Bank, 17 – 22 December, 6pm – 10pm 

If your Christmas ritual includes watching your fave seasonal movies, head to River Quay in South Bank Parklands for free yuletide outdoor screenings. Pack some festive nibbles and a picnic rug and settle in to watch beloved Christmas cinema classics while the sun sets over the Brissie skyline and river. The nightly program includes a movie for little Brisbane Kids at 6pm and one for the bigger Brisbane Kids at 8pm. The full program of movies will be released soon.  

Saturday 12 November

🎄Santa’s Arrival

Westfield Chermside| Chermside, 9am – 9,30am

He’s made his list, and he’s checked it twice! Santa is on his way to Westfield Chermside for a very merry celebration. Join Santa and his friends for a magical parade full of music, dancing and cheer. The parade will tour the centre starting at Level 1, near The Coffee Club.

Friday 18 November

🎄Albany Creek Twilight Markets

Albany Creek State School | Albany Creek, 5pm – 8.30pm

The Annual Twilight Markets are your chance to bring the whole family along, have a great night out and do your Christmas shopping while supporting local businesses.  Expect boutique markets stalls, delicious food vendors, live music, face painting and more. 

🎄Beenleigh Twilight Christmas Markets

Beenleigh Town Square Markets | Beenleigh, 5pm – 9pm

Held on a wonderful summer evening in November, The Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets will be the best way to do your holiday shopping while enjoying a night out with wonderful food, drink, kids activities a visit from Santa and great entertainment to party into the festive spirit! 

Saturday 19 November

Friday 25 November

🎄The Lighting of the Brisbane City Christmas Tree

King George Square | Brisbane City, 25 November, 6.30pm – 7.15pm

The  Christmas in Brisbane extravaganza kicks off with t\]

he official lighting of the beautiful Brisbane City Christmas Tree, which stands 22m tall in the centre of the city for all to see. On top of witnessing the switching on of Queensland’s biggest Christmas tree, there will be a special Christmas musical performance to add to the festive atmosphere. While the official lighting of the Christmas tree takes place at King George Square and online on 25 November,  the tree remains in King George Square and will be sparkling nightly until 8 January for everyone to head into the City and see.

🎄Rothwell Community Carols

Grace Lutheran College| Rothwell,  5pm – 8pm

A free community carols event hosted by Grace Academy and Grace Lutheran College featuring traditional carols, a visit from Santa, food vans, live orchestra and choir, fireworks and much more! This event is free, however, you must register and get a ticket to attend.

Saturday 26 November

🎄Rotary Club Mount Gravatt Christmas Carols and Markets

Mount Gravatt Showgrounds | Mount Gravatt,  4pm – 9pm

This a free family-friendly event. There will be plenty of activities including market stalls, food trucks, carols at candlelight and a Christmas movie. Santa will be making a guest appearance.

Sunday 27 November

🎄Caboolture Christmas Carols

Centenary Lakes Park| Caboolture,  4pm – 8pm

Bring your best vocals and a blanket to spread out, relax and enjoy a magical evening including carols, free kids activities and workshops, food trucks, fireworks as well as some last-minute Christmas gift shopping at the twilight markets.

🎄Coochiemudlo Island Christmas Markets

Foreshore Parkland | Coochiemudlo Island,  9am – 2pm

Come on over to Coochiemudlo Island for our colourful Christmas Markets right next to the beach! You will find brick-a-brack, arts and craft, clothing, jewellery and decoration, food and a bit of music. There will be Christmas activities for the children as well as Santa photos and card making. 

Friday 2 December

🎄Eatons Hill Santa

The Streets of Eatons Hill | Eatons Hill, 5.30pm – 8pm

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PAST EVENTS CHRISTMAS 2021

Free Christmas Events over Multiple Days

?Santa Visit’s The Farm

Granite Belt Christmas Farm| Applethorpe,  27 November – 23 December, 10am – 1pm Santa will appear on weekends only

 Santa will be visiting the Granite Belt Christmas Farm every weekend in December from 10am – 1pm! Bring your camera and capture the magic of Christmas with Santa! No Bookings required, just follow social distancing. Find out more here Santa Visits the Farm

?Santa Selfies

David Jones Queens Plaza| Brisbane CBD,  2 – 24 December

 Keep your eye out for Santa instore at David Jones Queens Plaza, as he wanders around taking selfies and offering special inside information on how he travels around the world in one night. Santa will be practicing physical distancing using a special photo prop to ensure the health and wellbeing of everyone he meets this Christmas.  Find out more here Santa Selfies

?Christmas on Queen

Queen Street Mall| Brisbane City,  3 – 24 December, 11am-3pm daily, plus 4.30pm-8.30pm during late-night trade.

Enjoy the magic of Christmas in Queen Street Mall with daily pop-up performances and roaming entertainment that’s sure to delight all ages.   Find out more here Christmas on Queen

?The Gold Lotto City Hall Lights

City Hall| Brisbane City,  10 – 24 December, 7.30pm – midnight

 This year Brisbane Families can watch a dazzling visual and sound display projected onto City Hall to the classic narrated tale ‘The Night Before Christmas’.   Find out more here Gold Lotto City Hall Lights

?Santa on Tour

Various Ipswich Locations| Ipswich,  10 – 19 December, 5.30pm – 9.30pm

With help from the Mt Forbes Rural Fire Service, Santa and his crew will be cruising past Christmas lights and stopping at key parks and locations to spread Christmas cheer.   Find out more here Santa on Tour

Christmas in Ipswich

Various Ipswich Locations| Ipswich,  10 – 19 December, 5.30pm – 9.30pm

Experience the magic of ‘St Nicholas Precinct’ with lights, live entertainment and Christmas movies each night. Plus visit Christmas lights displays, write a letter to Santa and join in the fun of Santa on Tour. Local Christmas markets, carols and celebrations will be held across the City of Ipswich.   Find out more here Christmas in Ipswich

?Santa’s Stop Over

Flowstate Pavillion| South Bank,  18 – 23 December, 4pm – 9pm

Visit the Clauses on their annual visit Down Under amid a festive Flowstate Pavillion in South Bank Parklands. Snap your own (socially distanced) pics with Christmas royalty Mr and Mrs Clause, for a memento of the yuletide season.  Find out more here Santa’s Stop Over

? Kid’s Craft and Storytelling

Flowstate Lawns| South Bank,  18 – 23 December, 4pm – 9.30pm

Entertain the littlies with festive arts and craft activities and storybook tales at Flowstate in South Bank Parklands. Santa’s elves will recount favourite festive tales and lead children in making their own Christmas koala instrument. .  Find out more here Kids Craft and Storytelling

? Christmas Cinema

Flowstate Lawns| South Bank,  18 – 23 December, movies at 6.15pm and 8pm

If your Christmas ritual includes watching your fave seasonal movies, head to River Quay Green in South Bank Parklands for free yuletide outdoor screenings. Pack some festive nibbles and a picnic rug and settle in to watch beloved Christmas cinema classics while the sun sets over the Brissie skyline and river.  Find out more, including the full movie program here Christmas Cinema

 

Saturday 6 November

?Moonlight Movie Night

Ripley Town Centre | Ripley,  6.30pm – 8.30pm

Get into the Christmas spirit at the Moonlight Movie Night with a free movie under the stars and watch Christmas family favourite, Elf. Find out more Moonlight Movie Night

Saturday 13 November

?Santa’s Arrival Parade

Riverlink Shopping Centre | Ipswich,  10am – 11am

Come join Santa’s arrival parade on  Saturday 13th November, to celebrate Santa’s arrival at Riverlink this Christmas. You won’t want to miss the dancing, music, and cheer as we welcome Santa and his Christmas friends from 10am this year.  Santa’s Arrival Parade

?Santa’s Arrival Parade with Friends from Sesame Street

Westfield | North Lakes,  10am – 11am

Santa will be joined by Mrs Claus, Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, as well as some very special friends from Sesame Street©! That’s right Elmo, The Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby and Zoe Monster are coming to Westfield North Lakes.  Santa’s Arrival Parade

?Santa’s Arrival Parade

Westfield | Carindale,  10am – 11am

Come and join in the merry celebration of Christmas by watching Santa arrive with his little helpers! There will be music, dancing and cheer so let’s start the most wonderful time of year by welcoming the jolly man back to his red chair.  Santa’s Arrival Parade

?Santa’s Arrival Parade

Westfield | Garden City,  9am – 9.30am

Santa will be making his way to his chair at 9am through Level 1 with his trio of elves. Say hello and give a wave before photos begin from 9:30am .  Santa’s Arrival Parade

?Santa’s Arrival Parade

Westfield | Chermside,  9am – 10am

Come and join in the merry celebration of Christmas by watching Santa arrive with his little helpers! There will be music, dancing and cheer so let’s start the most wonderful time of year by welcoming the jolly man back to his red chair.  Santa’s Arrival Parade

? Mrs Claus’ Workshop

Hyperdome | Loganholme,  9am – 1pm

Mrs Claus is coming all the way from the North Pole to help Santa set up for his first weekend at Hyperdome! To celebrate Santa’s arrival, join Mrs Claus in her magical workshop for FREE Christmas activities like cookie decorating, balloon twisting, take-home crafts and of course, getting to meet the one and only, Mrs Claus. Mrs Claus’s Workshop

Saturday 14 November

? Mrs Claus’ Workshop

Hyperdome | Loaganholme,  9am – 1pm

Mrs Claus is coming all the way from the North Pole to help Santa set up for his first weekend at Hyperdome! To celebrate Santa’s arrival, join Mrs Claus in her magical workshop for FREE Christmas activities like cookie decorating, balloon twisting, take-home crafts and of course, getting to meet the one and only, Mrs Claus. Mrs Claus’s Workshop

We will continue to add to this list of events as more information is released, so please check back regularly. And also don’t forget you local library will have free Christmas activities too. A link to all the libraries in Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Redlands, Ipswich and Logan can be found by clicking here