Sunshine Coast Bridal Showcase
The biggest wedding expo on the Sunshine Coast is back with local wedding suppliers all in one place. Each bride will receive a showbag including a voucher for $200 off their wedding gown from Luv Bridal.
Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
When: Sunday, January 8, 2023, 10am.
Tickets: $11 via Venue 114.
New Year’s Eve fireworks
See 2022 out with a bang in Mooloolaba with fireworks displays at 8.30pm and midnight. You’ll find a family zone with Paw Patrol, big bubbles, interactive glow shows, food trucks and live music. Plus, there’s a Beach Zone with a free bungy trampoline for Under-18s, as well as a youth stage with live DJs.
Where: Mooloolaba Esplanade.
When: Saturday, December 31, 5pm.
Entry: Free event.
Mooloolaba New Year’s Eve party
Bayview Bar and Bites – the exclusive Beachfront Restaurant and Bar on the top floor of The Surf Club – will play host to the New Year’s Eve cocktail party. Champagne on arrival and a three-hour canapé service are included, along with live music and unbeatable views of the fireworks displays at 8.30pm and midnight. The theme is All That Glitters to inspire your attire.
Where: The Surf Club Mooloolaba, First Ave, Mooloolaba.
When: Saturday, December 31, 7pm.
Entry: $85 via The Surf Club Mooloolaba.
New Year’s Eve at Headland Golf Club
This year, Headland is hosting a New Year’s Eve party you won’t want to miss. Say goodbye to 2022 and hello to 2023 with spectacular views of the Mooloolaba fireworks and live music from Bobby Longstaff and the NYE Allstars, plus a three-course dinner, as well as a drink on arrival.
Where: Headland Golf Club, Golf Links Road, Buderim.
When: Saturday, December 31, 6.30pm.
Entry: $129 via TryBooking.
Keep an eye on Sunshine Coast News next week for an extensive preview of New Year’s Eve events.
Queensland Open
The Queensland Beach Volleyball Tour heads to the Sunshine Coast, for the Queensland Open. Watch some of the best players in Australia do battle over 24 courts, for $5000 cash pool and prizes. There will be multiple divisions and age groups involved.
Where: Bulcock Beach, Caloundra.
When: Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, from 8am
Entry: Free to watch.
Karl S. Williams
After months of solo touring and recording, Karl S. Williams and the band reconvene to launch their new single Mighty Judgement. They are returning to The Imperial for only the second time since they launched the critically acclaimed Lifeblood in 2020. Karl S. Williams is one of the most relevant, poignant and important artists in Australian independent music.
Where: The Bunker, Imperial Hotel, Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.
When: Saturday, December 17, 7.30pm.
Tickets: $28.60 via Oztix.
Christmas carols at GPAC
Bring your family and friends for Christmas carols in the Glasshouse Performing Arts Centre. Sing along to your favourite carols, and then stay to hear band Spilt Milk jam away the night with some of its toe-tapping, hand-clapping, crowd-pleasing favourites, ending with a sausage sizzle on the veranda.
Where: Glasshouse Performing Arts Centre, 58 Roberts Road, Beerwah.
When: Saturday, December 17, 4.30pm to 8pm.
Entry: Free event. Registration is essential via TryBooking.
Dean Jacobs exhibition
Caloundra Regional Gallery, in collaboration with Sunshine Coast Libraries, presents the next exhibition for the Maroochydore Library Artspace. Dean Jacobs explores the use of words, illustrations and audio to create a unique, memorable outcome for those who view the artworks.
Where: Maroochydore Library Artspace, 44 Sixth Ave, Maroochydore.
When: Now until January 21.
Entry: Free event.
Lunch at The Long Apron
Spend Christmas the way it should be – relaxing with family over delicious food and exquisite wine with attentive service. Enjoy a Christmas Day celebration with a four-course long lunch at Spicers Clovelly Estate’s award-winning modern French restaurant The Long Apron.
Where: Spicers Clovelly Estate, 38-68 Balmoral Road, Montville.
When: Sunday, December 25, 12pm.
Entry: $210 via Spicers Retreats.
Weekend gig guide
Friday, December 16
- Collin Dodds, Cooroy RSL, 6pm.
- Old Skool Trio, Caloundra RSL, 9pm.
- The Castaways, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm.
- Dial, Eleven Dive Bar, 6.30pm.
- Demi Casha, Joe’s Waterhole, 7pm.
- Jack Raymond, Noosa Yacht Club, 3pm.
- Zac Threadgold, RACV Noosa Resort, 5pm.
- Kieran Q, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm.
Saturday, December 17
- Luke Dickens Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm.
- Boombox 80’s, Caloundra RSL, 8.30pm.
- DJ Dreamweaver, Caloundra RSL, 11pm.
- Karl S. Williams, Imperial, Eumundi, 7.30pm.
- Esteban, Club Kawana, 6.30pm.
- Dellacoma, Norton Music Factory, 5pm.
- Pacific Avenue, Rum Jungle, Solbar, 7pm.
- Cool Britannia, Kings Beach Tavern, 8.30pm.
- Fonix, Joe’s Waterhole, 3pm.
- Angela Newcomb, RACV Noosa Resort, 5pm.
- Alexis, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm.
Sunday, December 18
- Bird Dog Boys, RACV Noosa Resort, 5pm.
- Poco Loco Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm.
- Steve Graham, Noosa Yacht Club, 2pm.
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