Magical Aura Christmas
Stockland is promising a a magical evening of Christmas cheer at its Aura estate with carols in the park, a special visit by Santa, Christmas performers and twilight markets. Santa and his elves will be on-site throughout the evening to hand out Christmas treats, while carols will be performed by the Aura Church. There will also be motorbike riding elves, giant outdoor games, Christmas craft workshops and dance performances from the local dance school, En Pointe Dance Centre. Attendees can light up the night with bubble wands, and will have the opportunity to have their photo taken with Santa. The themed twilight markets will have food trucks and stalls with pizza, dumplings and sweet treats.
When: Friday, December 10, from 5pm
Where: Baringa Town Square
Tickets: Register your attendance hereÂ
A Celtic Christmas
After a year of COVID-related separations, Sunshine Coast crowds will come together to witness the magic of A Celtic Christmas. The show’s combination of contemporary style and heartfelt tones means it has something for every member of the family. Combining red-hot rhythms, award-winning talent and music under mistletoe, the show follows the story of two star-crossed lovers, and a whole lot of merry mischief from one cheeky elf.
When: Saturday, December 18, 6.45pm.
Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
Tickets: Children $59.90, adults $69.90 via Venue 114.
Buderim Community Carols
The Buderim Village Park will once again come alive with festive spirit, with the community coming together for the Buderim Community Carols. Organisers are even more excited than ever to be preparing for carols this year, after their cancellation in 2020. Rosanna Natoli from 7NEWS Sunshine Coast will be MC and there will be a special appearance by Santa Claus. Locals and visitors are invited to join in on the popular annual event, hosted by the Buderim War Memorial Community Association and Community Bank Buderim.
When: Sunday, December 12, 6pm.
Where: Buderim Village Park, 5 Church Street, Buderim.
Tickets: Entry by gold coin donation.
Deck the walls with art this Christmas
This is your chance to purchase original artwork and visit the working studio of local artist Denise Lamby. Ms Lamby, of Bci Art Studio, runs her studio space/gallery in Mooloolaba. You have the opportunity to explore the eclectic creativity and mind-challenging outcomes from this local talent who transforms unexpected materials including recycled paper, tea bags, aluminium can tabs, plastic bags and bottle tops into inspiring works of art.
When: Friday, December 10, 4pm to 7pm, and Saturday, December 11, 10am to 3pm.
Where: Bci Art Studio, 17 Aldinga Place, Mooloolaba.
Tickets: Framed prints from $25, original framed artworks from $35. Register via Eventbrite.
NAB AFL Auskick On The Beach
This is the famous NAB AFL Auskick program but delivered on beautiful Dicky Beach. All kids aged 5 to 12 years are invited – no football experience is needed. In fact, you don’t even need your shoes. This is a Queensland-first program, providing a new, super-fun way of playing footy these school holidays. The event will combine many aspects of the traditional NAB AFL Auskick program with beach-themed activities and beach safety initiatives.
When: Saturday, December 11, 10am to 1pm.
Where: Coochin Street, Dicky Beach.
Tickets: $75 includes bag, beach footy and beach towel, via PlayHQ.
Nambour Forecourt Live
Kick off the festive season with Nambour Forecourt Live, which is back, bigger than ever and this time shining the spotlight on local singers/songwriters, craft brewers, artists, circus performers and more. Food will be available from a wood-fired pizza food truck and Tram Co will run a licensed bar. Donut decorating, Christmas ornament decorating, free face painting and circus performers will all be a part of this Christmas special version of Nambour Forecourt Live. Take the whole family along for a fun, free community event.
When: Friday, December 10, 4pm to 8.30pm.
Where: Nambour Forecourt, Currie Street, Nambour.
Tickets: Free event. Register via Eventbrite.
A Holly Christmas
Deck the Halls with Buddy Holly and celebrate Christmas with an incredible collection of favourites performed by Scott ‘Buddy’ Cameron and his band. Hear Christmas classics such as Santa Clause Is Coming To Town, Jingle Bell Rock, Blue Christmas and Little Drummer Boy as well as some Buddy Holly rock ‘n’ roll classics like Peggy Sue, Rave On, Oh Boy and It’s So Easy. It’s a show that has had outstanding reviews everywhere it has toured. It’s full of energy and the accurate recreations of the hits are just as you remember hearing them.
When: Wednesday, December 15, 11am.
Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Tickets: $22.50 via The Events Centre. Phone: 5491 4240.
Barrel of Laughs Christmas Show
Head along to The Barrel for a hilarious night of dining, drinking and laughing out loud as Clouds Vineyard and Funny Coast Comedy presents the Barrel of Laughs Christmas Show. Enjoy a two-course dinner and a world-class stand-up comedy show featuring headliner Damien Power – the most exhilarating voice on the Australian comedy circuit – hosted by the brilliant Ellen Briggs, with the hilarious Craig Quartermaine and Jo Gowda in support.
When: Saturday, December 11, 6pm to 10pm.
Where: The Barrel at Clouds Vineyard, 787 Landsborough Maleny Road, Bald Knob.
Tickets: $75 to $125 via Eventbrite.
Blues Arcadia
Get prepared for an uninhibited old-fashioned soul stomp revival when Blues Arcadia take to the stage in Eumundi, supported by special guest Jen Mize. Blues Arcadia continue to forge their reputation as dirty-soul heroes by injecting fresh energy into 21st century rhythm and blues while channelling the passion and urgency of the old-school soul revival shows. Combining the Stax and Motown era with Chicago and Memphis blues, Blues Arcadia deliver wild live shows, which have established them as one of Australia’s most electrifying blues/soul outfits.
When: Friday, December 17, 7.30pm.
Where: The Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.
Tickets: $28.60 via Oztix.
