It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

There is a great range of events to celebrate Christmas with all the family this year. So here are our top picks of the different things to do to have a joyful Gold Coast Christmas.

MAYOR’S CHRISTMAS CAROLS

Celebrate the Gold Coast Christmas season at the Mayor’s Christmas Carols at HOTA Parklands on 30 November 2024! From 6pm, enjoy live music by Budjerah, Dami Im, and Hot Potato Band, plus a Looney Tunes Christmas Show. If tickets to the HOTA Stage sell out, big screens, food trucks, and family fun will fill the parklands starting at 4pm. End the night with a festive fireworks finale. Enjoy a magical Christmas evening on the Gold Coast with live music, holiday cheer, and family fun! View event.

30TH NOVEMBER

HOTA OUTDOOR STAGE

COOLY CAROLS

Celebrate the holiday season oceanside at the beloved Cooly Carols in Queen Elizabeth Park! Sing along to classic carols, savor bites from local food trucks, and meet Santa himself, with a grand fireworks finale to end the night. Join the City of Gold Coast at this family-friendly event, supported by Twin Towns, Coolangatta Surf Club, and 92.5 Triple M. View event.

8TH DECEMBER

QUEEN ELIZABETH PARK, COOLANGATTA 

CAROLS ON THE BEACH

Celebrate Christmas with Carols on the Beach at Surfers Paradise! This free, family-friendly event brings festive cheer to the sands with performances by toddler techno artist Lenny Pearce and ARIA-winning Emma Memma. Hosted by Matty J and Laura, enjoy three hours of traditional and modern carols, plus a special visit from Santa and a stunning fireworks finale. Make a weekend of it with a Surfers Paradise staycation or dinner at local restaurants. View event.

15TH DECEMBER

SURFERS PARADISE BEACH

CHRISTMAS AT THE OASIS

This Christmas, The Oasis Shopping Centre invites you to join the holiday fun at Madison’s Café & Patisserie with three delightful gingerbread-decorating events. Gather friends or colleagues for Private Gingerbread Decorating Group Parties, let kids unleash their creativity with Mini Gingerbread House Decorating, or treat yourself to a cozy evening at the adults-only Sip and Decorate sessions. Celebrate the season with gingerbread, holiday treats, and festive drinks, making memories that will sweeten your holidays! View event.

THIS DECEMBER

THE OASIS SHOPPING CENTRE, BROADBEACH

WHITE CHRISTMAS AT MOVIE WORLD

Movie World’s White Christmas is back this December! Bring the whole family and join in a wonderful Christmas celebration like none other, at Movie World’s White Christmas. Be captivated by a dazzling display of lights, an enchanting street parade and magical live performances. During White Christmas, there is more to enjoy than ever before! Meet the Christmas Fairies, snap an awkward family photo, experience your favourite rides at night and a whole lot more! Create Christmas memories to treasure forever. White Christmas is unforgettable with amazing experiences that will delight the whole family. Book now.

Check out our Christmas Gift Guide!