Looking for some festive fun with your toddler?
Fun Things for Toddlers have you covered with our list of upcoming Christmas Events and Activities in and around the Gold Coast. 🎅🎄🤶
Santa’s Putt Putt at The Club
WHEN: Friday, 18th November 2022 to Saturday, 31st December 2022
WHERE: The Club at Parkwood Village: 76-122 Napper Road, Parkwood QLD 4214
Santa is coming to The Club at Parkwood!
The elves are busy working their magic to transform our Boulder’s and Badlands mini golf course into the ultimate Christmas experience.
Head down and enjoy 18 holes of the best mini golf on the Coast, with the first 9 festive holes all themed and styled to create an awesome experience for the whole family.
Running from the 18th of November through New Years Eve, this is an event that you don’t want to miss!
Suitable for adults & children of all ages. Children aged 3 years and under – FREE.
FREE Santa Selfie and Harbour Town Express
WHEN: Thursday, 1st December to Saturday, 24th December 2022 daily from 11am-3pm
WHERE: Harbour Town Premium Outlets: 147-189 Brisbane Rd, Biggera Waters QLD 4216
Did you know, when Santa’s not busy preparing for Christmas he likes to spend his time in the surf?!
Summer Santa will be roving the malls between 11am-3pm daily from December 1-24. Spot him in his famous Okanui boardies aboard the Harbour Town Express, or meet him in Harbour Town Eats daily at 11.30am and 2pm (near the big Christmas tree).
It’s FREE to take your own photo with Santa and pets are welcome too!
Christmas Carols Gold Coast 2022
Gather your toddler, family and friends a head to one of these great Christmas Carol events in and around the Gold Coast and enjoy some yuletide cheer.
Check out Fun Things for Toddler’s list of 2022 Christmas Carols in and around the Gold Coast.
The Elf Academy at Tweed City Shopping Centre
WHEN: Monday, 5th December to Saturday, 24th December 2022 daily from 10am to 2pm
WHERE: Tweed City Shopping Centre: 54 Minjungbal Drive, Tweed Heads South NSW 2486
Santa is calling on his helpful Elves this holiday season to spread some Christmas cheer.
Bring the kids along to The Elf Academy to feed Santa’s Reindeer, learn to play a festive jingle on the Merry-Music Life-Size Piano, or write your Christmas wish list to Santa before placing it in the ‘Naughty or Nice’ detector.
Bookings not required.
Dendy’s 12 Days of Christmas
WHEN: Wednesday, 7th December to Saturday, 24th December 2022
WHERE: Dendy Cinemas Southport: 129 Queen Street Queen Street Village, Southport QLD 4215
Join Dendy Cinemas for 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS screenings featuring a dozen Christmas films guaranteed to get you in a holly jolly mood.
Tickets are only $12 for Club Dendy members, $15 for general admission!
Christmas at Sanctuary Cove
WHEN: Thursday, 8th December to Sunday, 11th December 2022 from 10am to 1pm daily
WHERE: Sanctuary Cove: 4601 Masthead Way, Hope Island QLD 4212
Photos with Santa
8-11th December | 10am – 1pm
Everyone knows that no Christmas is complete without a photo with Santa! The best of holiday traditions can also be captured at Sanctuary Cove. Take a photo with Father Christmas and snap a special Christmas memory with loved ones from 11 am-3 pm on the 8th-9th of December and 10 am- 3 pm on the 10th -11th of December.
Christmas Celebration
8-11th December | 10am – 1pm
Once you’ve got your Santa snap, be whisked away into the ultimate Aussie Christmas experience amidst the streets of Sanctuary Cove, which will be brought to life with Christmas cheer from the 8th of December. Join the community in revelling in the magic, with live entertainment and carollers roaming streets spreading festive joy to all. As if that isn’t exciting enough, the family will definitely want to tag along for their chance to win daily giveaways and prizes!
A Holly Jolly Holiday
WHEN: Saturday, 10th December 2022 from 11am to 5pm
WHERE: Tamborine Mountain State School: Corner of Long Road & Curtis Road, Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272
The Holly Jolly Holiday event will be a fun, festive day filled with dancing, live music, market stalls, food trucks, kids activities and all things Christmas!
Before the show and during the interval there will be a few local artists performing. There will also be market stalls to browse with lots of items that could be great for Christmas presents! You will also find food trucks, kids bauble painting, snow machine, a jumping castle and maybe even a few cheeky elves running around!
Tickets: $30 (kids 5 and under get in for free!)
TROPIC ARCADIA at HOTA Children’s Gallery
WHEN: Gallery Hours: Monday to Saturday: 9am – 7.30pm. Sunday: 10am – 7.30pm.
WHERE: HOTA, Home of the Arts Children’s Gallery: 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
TROPIC ARCADIA is an unexpected, new travel destination for families! Tongan-Polynesian artist Samuel Tupou has created a curious, pop-up island for you to explore. Discover his colourful patterns inspired by tapa (bark cloth) designs set amongst a surreal, tropical landscape that is part memory, part imagination, part arcade game.
Visit HOTA’s Children’s Gallery and collect your map to start your expedition. There is so much to do and discover as you journey throughout TROPIC ARCADIA. Through the layered art of Samuel Tupou, families will be transported into a multi-dimensional realm of fun and adventure.
Entry is Free and no bookings required.
Christmas in Broadbeach
WHEN: Saturday 10th to Sunday 18th December 2022. Daily 12pm to 4pm
WHERE: Broadbeach Mall: Broadbeach QLD 4218
🤶🏼This December, Broadbeach Mall will transform into a magical gingerbread village to celebrate the most wonderful time of year!
🎄From Saturday 10 to Sunday 18 December, we invite you to enjoy FREE festive activities from 12pm to 4pm daily.
🌟The interactive gingerbread village will be located in the Broadbeach Mall, next to Oasis Shopping Centre and play host to:
👩🏽🍳Gingerbread cookie decorating
🎄Christmas bon-bon making
🎭Storytime theatre
📸Plenty of jolly photo opportunities
🎅🏼Santa’s post office (don’t forget to bring along your Christmas wish list to send to Santa)
🎟️ Bookings are essential for each of the workshops, which go for approximately 20 minutes each.
Celebrate sugar and spice and everything nice this festive season at Christmas in Broadbeach, presented by City of Gold Coast.
Movies Under the Stars: ✨The Polar Express✨, Surfers Paradise
WHEN: Saturday, 10th December 2022 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Lionel Perry Park: Peninsular Drive, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2022 through to April 2023 right across the city.
Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area.
Doors: 6pm
Movie starts: 7pm
Movie – The Polar Express
A young boy boards a train and embarks on an extraordinary journey to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. His life takes a turn after he encounters special people that make his journey memorable. Rating: G. Duration: 100 minutes. Category: Animation, Adventure, Comedy.
If weather is uncertain, phone 07 5581 7016.
Free Family Movies at The Junction GC
WHEN: Sunday, 11th December 2022 from 3pm
WHERE: The Junction GC: 14 Junction Road, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Bring your family and friends along to enjoy FREE movies at The Junction GC these holidays on their HUGE SCREEN!
On Sunday, December 11, at 3pm, we will be screening THE STAR (G)
A small but brave donkey and his animal friends become the unsung heroes of the first Christmas.
Awkward Christmas Portraits
WHEN: Various Dates/Times in November & December 2022
WHERE: Robina Town Centre: Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina QLD 4230
Awkward Christmas Portraits are back in town for another year! Throw on a Christmas sweater and a scrunchie and prom-hug your fam, BFF’s or partner to snap the ultimate #awkies Christmas portrait, the season’s must-have Insta upload. We will have a bunch of props to choose from to make it extra awkward.
WHERE: Ground Level, next to Guess
WHEN:
Fri 25 Nov – 11am – 3pm
Sat 26 Nov – 11am – 3pm
Sun 27 Nov – 11am – 3pm
Thu 1 Dec – 4pm – 8pm
Sat 3 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Sun 4 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Thu 8 Dec – 4pm – 8pm
Sat 10 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Sun 11 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Thu 15 Dec – 4pm – 8pm
Fri 16 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Sat 17 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Sun 18 Dec – 11am – 3pm
Fri 23 Dec 11am – 3pm
Sat 24 Dec – 11am – 3pm
COST: FREE
Westfield Helensvale Kids Christmas Painting Workshops
WHEN: Sunday, 11th – Tuesday, 20th December 2022. 2 Sessions 10am – 12pm
WHERE: Westfield Helensvale Playground: 1-29 Millaroo Drive, Helensvale QLD 4212
To celebrate the festive season, we invite Westfield Plus members to join our complimentary Kids Painting Workshops at Westfield Helensvale.
Kids of all ages are welcome to come along to our fun and interactive sessions, hosted by Pinot & Picasso, where they can learn how to create beautiful portraits to make the perfect gift this Christmas!
Our budding artists will also receive a bonus gift to take home with them.
How to participate in our Kids Painting Workshops
1. Be or become a Westfield Plus member
2. Book your preferred session online via the event page on Humanitix. Choose from either the 10am or 11am session – book here
3. Attend your chosen workshop date and time, scan the QR code upon entry and show to a member of staff to gain entry to the event
Please arrive 5 – 10 minutes prior to your booked session.
Free Donut Decorating Workshops
WHEN: Monday 12th – Friday 16th December 2022. Daily 10am to 1pm
WHERE: Beenleigh Marketplace: 114-118 George Street, Beenleigh QLD 4207
Join Santa’s little helpers and decorate your own complimentary Christmas donut to take home!
Bookings not required, however workshop area will have capacity limits and wait times may apply. While stocks last.
Westfield Coomera Christmas Craft Corner
WHEN: Monday, 12th – Friday, 16th December 2022. Daily 10am to 1pm
WHERE: Westfield Coomera: 103 Foxwell Rd, Coomera QLD 4209
Get creative this festive season at the Christmas Craft Corner! Find our workshops each day from Monday 12 – Friday 16 December in the Fresh Food Marketplace, with different crafts to complete. Open 10am to 1pm daily.
Crafts include DIY pet bandanas, paint an elf, design a christmas bauble and more! Exclusive to Westfield Plus members.
Kids Paint & Sip @ Lollipop’s Playland Springwood
WHEN: Monday 12th and Tuesday 20th December 2022. Session times: 10am and 1pm
WHERE: Lollipop’s Playland Springwood: The Springwood Centre, Lexington Road, Underwood QLD 4119
Christmas Cinema Childcare
WHEN: Monday, 12th – Thursday, 22th December 2022.
WHERE: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre: Event Cinemas, Level 1, 2 Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach Waters QLD 4218
Kids can enjoy a movie, popcorn and a drink for $5, while you shop!
Tick off your Christmas list with ease with our Drop & Shop Cinema Childcare!
For $5, kids can watch a Christmas movie, enjoy popcorn and a drink, while being supervised by certified childcare professionals!
All of the best Christmas movies are screening with The Grinch, Elf, Arthur Christmas and more.
Bookings essential. Attending children need to be a minimum 3 years of age and must be toilet trained in order to Stay’nPlay.
Free Christmas Workshops at Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre
WHEN: Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th December 2022 from 11am to 1pm
WHERE: Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre: Corner Ashmore Rd & Benowa Rd, Benowa QLD 4217
Benowa Gardens is bringing Christmas cheer with Santa’s Workshop!
You’re invited to join Santa’s helper elf for some fun festive decorating to celebrate the Christmas season!
You’re also invited to bring a toy to the Christmas workshop to be donated to the Benowa Gardens Newsagency Toy Drive, which has been generously supported by the Benowa community, SPG Lawyers and Broadbeach Rotary.
Christmas Lights Gold Coast 2022
Movies Under the Stars: 🎅 The Grinch 🎅, Carrara
WHEN: Thursday, 15th December 2022 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre: 296 Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara QLD 4211
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2022 through to April 2023 right across the city.
Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area.
Doors: 6pm
Movie starts: 7pm
Movie – Dr Seuss’ The Grinch
Synopsis: On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch (Jim Carrey), who plans on ruining Christmas for all of the citizens of the town. Rating: G. Duration: 85 minutes
If weather is uncertain, phone 07 5581 7016.
The Gruffalo’s Child LIVE ON STAGE
WHEN: Thursday, 15th December to Saturday, 17th December 2022
WHERE: QUT Gardens Theatre: X Queensland University of Technology, 2 George Street, Brisbane City QLD 4000
CDP presents Tall Stories’ magical musical adaptation of THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD adapted from the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler.
The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should
Ever set foot in the deep dark wood…
If you loved The Gruffalo, don’t miss the sequel, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours – now in a new West End production! Join the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book.
One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?
The team behind The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- & 91-Storey Treehouses return with The Gruffalo’s Child, bringing together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up, and their adults…
Tickets $22 – $42. Children 12 months and under are admitted free as long as they are on a parent/carer’s lap.
GeckoSports FREE Watermania School Holiday Fun, Molendinar
WHEN: Friday, 16th December 2022 from 9.30am to 10.30am
WHERE: Silver Bridle Park: Southport Nerang Road, Molendinar QLD 4214
💥FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES💥
Just because it’s hot doesn’t mean the fun ends!
Geckos Watermania summer holiday program is now open for bookings with epic new water games to cool down while staying active! Fun games, such as dodge balloon, run the gauntlet, water relays, the big balloon movement and don’t burst the bubble. Bring a towel and a change of clothes. For ages from 5 to 12 years.
Bookings required. FREE for 1 session.
WHEN: Every Saturday & Sunday throughout the months of December & January from 12:30pm – 2:30pm
WHERE: Treetops Tavern: 7 Executive Drive, Burleigh Waters QLD 4220
Let us entertain your kids every Saturday & Sunday throughout the months of December & January with Kids Face Painting from 12:30pm – 2:30pm!
Bookings recommended https://bit.ly/BookTreetopsTavern.
Christmas Markets GC at Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Friday 16th, Saturday 17th, and Sunday 18th December 2022 from 4pm to 10pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Join us on 16, 17 & 18 December at the Gold Coast’s biggest and best Christmas Markets GC!
Free family fun and relaxed Christmas shopping under fairy-lit trees will bring the family together for some precious time out before the big day.
Kids, big and small, will delight in Santa’s arrival by helicopter, delicious Yuletide treats. Kick back under the stars for a festive Christmas movie on Saturday 17 December – The Grinch!
The Christmas Markets GC is bringing the magic of Christmas back to the GC with seasonal entertainment, kids rides and a Giant Christmas Raffle! Add us to your calendar now so you don’t miss out.
Movies Under the Stars: 🎄 The Grinch 🎄, Broadbeach Waters
WHEN: Friday, 16th December 2022 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Surfers Paradise Rugby Union Club: 33 Fremar Street, Broadbeach Waters QLD 4218
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2022 through to April 2023 right across the city.
Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area.
Doors: 6pm
Movie starts: 7pm
Movie – Dr Seuss’ The Grinch
Synopsis: On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch (Jim Carrey), who plans on ruining Christmas for all of the citizens of the town. Rating: G. Duration: 85 minutes
If weather is uncertain, phone 07 5581 7016.
HOTA Christmas Twilight Markets
WHEN: Friday, 16th December 2022 from 4pm to 9pm
WHERE: HOTA, Home of the Arts: 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Get jingly with it GC! The HOTA Markets are bringing you an evening of festive folly to send you into Christmas with jolly vibes and GREAT gifts.
Make your Christmas hotter at HOTA with the region’s best gourmet street eats, decadent desserts, bespoke boutiques, and one of a kind gift finds, all under twinkling festoon lights!
Wind your way through the Market lanes to the sweet serenades of stunning live music, spot roving performers, snap a selfie with an elfie… or meet the big man himself – SANTA will be visiting to add Christmas magic to the market.
– Artisan Handmade Gifts (that you won’t just find anywhere)🛍🎁
– Countless Gourmet Eats and Drinks (hello Christmas fare!)🍕🍔
– Spectacular Christmas Cheer and Decorations🎄🎊
– Amazing Live Entertainment (Mariah has already been queued dw)🎶💃
– Snaps with Santa (elfie, anyone?)🎅📸
– Kids Activities and Entertainment (Santa sleighing the night away!)🚸🤶
Family movie, music and markets at Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct
WHEN: Friday, 16th December 2022 from 5pm
WHERE: Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct: 270 Jacaranda Avenue, Kingston QLD 4114
Celebrate Christmas at KBF on Dec 16.
There’s free entertainment galore:
* A free showing of the movie ELF on the big KBF screen at 7pm.
* Milky Way Markets from 5pm – 9pm with stalls and food trucks.
* Logan Community Open Mic Night with live and local music in the Butterbox Theatre from 7pm.
A&H Fun zone – under the sea craft and pop-up playground
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 9am to 12pm
WHERE: Bim’bimba Park: Gainsborough Drive, Pimpama QLD 4209
It’s fresh air, laughter and hours of entertainment for the whole family, inspiring creativity and active play. Enjoy Sparky Do Dah’s Pop-Up Playground and try stilts, juggling sticks, duck fishing, balance and old-school retro games – suitable for all ages.
Get creative and take home your own under the sea artwork at the interactive workshops: sand in a bottle, sea buddies woodcraft, ocean rocks and seashell jewellery.
Pack the picnic blanket and snacks, and invite family and friends to enjoy the fun zone together.
Magical Christmas 🪄🎄 at SkyPoint Australia
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December to Friday, 23 December 2022. Showtimes: 12pm to 2pm
WHERE: SkyPoint Observation Deck: Level 77, Q1 Building/9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Get into the spirit of Christmas these holidays at SkyPoint’s Magical Christmas show! FREE with your SkyPoint entry ticket from 17 – 23 Dec with two shows daily 🎪🎄
Featuring world-class illusions, highly skilled feats of juggling and balance, breath-taking magic tricks, GIGANTIC human sized balloons, a SNOWSTORM of BUBBLES and a finale that makes one child the STAR of the show.
FREE with your SkyPoint entry! There is no need to book tickets, this show is free with your annual pass or entry ticket to SkyPoint Observation Deck!
If you have a valid SkyPoint Rewards, Dreamworld Locals, or Value Annual Pass, this show is included in your annual pass ticket.
To avoid disappointment, it is recommended arriving at SkyPoint early and enjoy the beautiful views before the show starts.
Active & Healthy Summer Holiday Program
DISCOVER SUMMER WITH ACTIVE & HEALTHY!
Free and low-cost activities over 6 weeks
Summer is all about discovering everything the Gold Coast has to offer. Exploring, sunshine, creating memories, splashing, laughing, moving, and breathing in the salty air!
Everything from mini events, ultimate experiences and all the favorites everybody loves, we have your holidays sorted. So scroll through the program, gather your family, friends, picnic basket and rug and head to the all the splendid activities on offer.
Click below to find a fun activity near you!
Santa at Pimpama City
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December to Saturday, 24 December 2022. Showtimes: 10am to 2pm
WHERE: Pimpama City Shopping Centre: 102 Pimpama Jacobs Well Road, Pimpama QLD 4209
Experience the magic of Christmas with Santa and the huge winter wonderland display at Pimpama City daily from 10am to 2pm from Saturday, 17th December to Saturday, 24 December 2022.
Come and say “Hi” to Santa and take your FREE family photos (on your own device).
Plus Free Face Painting and Popcorn from 10am to 12pm on the 17th, 18th and 24th December!
Kids Christmas Party at Dog & Parrot Tavern
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 5pm
WHERE: Dog & Parrot Tavern: 2 Scottsdale Drive, Robina QLD 4226
Join us for our children’s Christmas party. Children’s entertainment and a visit from Santa.
Free Selfies with Santa @ Hope Island Shopping Centre!
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December AND Friday, 23 December 2022, 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Hope Island Shopping Centre: 10 Santa Barbara Road, Hope Island QLD 4212
🎅🏼 Mark your calendars! Santa will be at the Centre on the following dates from 9.00am – 1.00pm:
Saturday 17 December
Friday 23 December
Catch him at Hope Island Shopping Centre to snap a selfie for Christmas! 📸
He will also have FREE treats for the kids! 🍬
HippyFest 2022
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 10am to 4pm
WHERE: Tamborine Memorial Hall: 2760 Waterford Tamborine Roadd, Tamborine QLD 4270
HIPPY ☮️ FEST 2022 is coming to Tamborine Memorial Hall on Saturday 17th December 10AM TIL 4PM spreading Peace and Love!!
Hippy Santa will be stopping on by just in time for you to take some epic last minute Christmas photos and ofcourse you’ll be able to snap up some X-Mas special bargains too. Hippy Pamper Packs!!
Stalls Galore, Yummy Food, Awesome Vibes, Colour, Flowers and Groovey Good Vibes – come and Peace Out.
Come dressed in your best Hippy Attire and WIN Goodies. Somewhere inside there is a Flower Child hiding in all of us!!
It’s gonna be a gorgeous day!! Some chill out zones and lots of activity nooks – spiritual gurus, psychics and healers all stepping back in time. Real Time Art getting created on the day – come join us!!
FREE ENTRY & EVERYONE WELCOME
Christmas Party Cabbage Tree Point
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 12pm
WHERE: Woongoolba Bowls Club: 324 Cabbage Tree Point Road, Cabbage Tree Point QLD 4207
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
Join us to celebrate Christmas on Saturday 17th December from 3pm. There will be something for everyone.
🎄 Jumping Castle
🎄 Corner to Corner
🎄 Christmas Raffle draw
🎄 Food trucks – Mrs Zhang’s Kitchen , La Parrilla
🎄 Full bar
🎄 Visit from Santa
Raffle tickets are on sale NOW at the bar.
Christmas Mexican Fiesta at Currumbin Alleygators
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 12pm
WHERE: Currumbin Alleygators: 15 Bienvenue Drive, Currumbin Waters QLD 4223
Authentic Mariachi band and dancers
Margarita cocktail bar
World’s hottest corn chip eating comp
Inflatables and slip N slide
Balloon animals
Huge Raffles
andVisit from Santa
with presents for the kids 
5598 5228 or email 
manager@alleygators.com.au
Fresh As Summer
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 to Saturday, 31st December 2022
WHERE: Paradise Centre: 2 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
We’re feeling as Fresh As Summer, and so will you when you visit Paradise Centre this December and January! We have a very juicy line up of fresh, fruity and FREE entertainment, live DJs, giveaways, sales and so much more to keep the whole family entertained.
🎶
LIVE DJs
Every Saturday and Sunday
Pull up a spot in the beachfront dining precinct with some takeaway or book a table at one of our new restaurants and enjoy live DJ sets every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm-4pm from now through to the end of January 2023.
🎉
CHRISTMAS FLIPPIN’ ELVES
17 – 24 December 2022
Everyone will love the hilarious and uber-talented Christmas elves who will be flippin’, spinning and breaking it down throughout Paradise Centre in the lead up to Christmas. See the free breakdancing shows daily or catch them roving the centre for photos.
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SPEND, SPIN & WIN
17 – 31 December 2022
Spend $50 in centre to spin the wheel for your chance to win Fresh As prizes like Paradise Centre and store gift cards, Fast Times skateboards, cricket sets, bucket hats, beach balls, paddle sets and drink coolers. Simply spend $50 in centre (yes, you can combine receipts), and bring your receipt to the spin wheel located in the beachfront dining precinct from 12pm-4pm daily to give the wheel a spin. Everyone’s a winner so give it your best spin to win! T&Cs apply.
🎅
CHRISTMAS CAROLS ON THE BEACH
18 December 2022, from 6pm
Grab an early dinner with the family or pick up some burgers, sushi or pizza to go and enjoy the free Surfers Paradise Christmas Carols on the beach from 6pm. Fireworks will light up the skies at 8pm and don’t forget to grab an after dinner treat at Gelato Messina, Royal Copenhagen or Ben & Jerry’s.
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MEET & GREETS
19 – 24 December 2022, 12pm-4pm
Everyone’s favourite birds of Paradise, Beau the Budgie and Chip the Seagull, will be on vacation at Paradise Centre this summer! Fly up next to them for a selfie and don’t forget to tag us with #paradisecentre to feature on our Instagram.
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ROLLERSKATING REINDEERS
19 – 24 December 2022, 12pm-4pm
Catch a glimpse of our super speedy rollerskating reindeers who will be whizzing around the centre (finishing their Christmas shopping, no doubt)!
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ROVING ENTERTAINMENT
26 December 2022 – 22 January 2023
Head to Paradise Centre post-Christmas and you’re sure to spot our free, lively roving entertainment. Keep your eyes peeled for our exciting stilt walkers, tropical fruit girls, jugglers and more.
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FIRE TWIRLERS & BREATHERS
27 – 30 December 2022, 6.30pm-8.30pm
We’re turning up the heat leading into New Year’s with daily performances by our illuminating fire twirlers and fire breathers. Catch all the action in the beachfront dining precinct from 6.30pm-8.30pm every evening.
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NYE LIVE DJ
31 December 2022, 2pm-7pm
Turn up the volume and help us ring in the new year with a live DJ set from 2pm-7pm on 31 December in the beachfront dining precinct. Fireworks kick off on the beach at 8pm and midnight. Book your table at one of our beachfront restaurants now and enjoy the front row.
Movies Under the Stars: 🎄 The Grinch 🎄, Pimpama
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Pimpama Sports Hub: 139 Rifle Range Road, Pimpama QLD 4209
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2022 through to April 2023 right across the city.
Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area.
Doors: 4pm
Event starts at 4pm with
• Inflatable Fun
• DJ Retro Games
• SANTA!!!!!! 🌟🎄🎅🎄🌟
• followed by a Christmas movie
Movie starts: 7pm
Movie – Dr Seuss’ The Grinch
Synopsis: On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch (Jim Carrey), who plans on ruining Christmas for all of the citizens of the town. Rating: G. Duration: 85 minutes
If weather is uncertain, phone 07 5581 7016.
Movies under the Stars: Dr Seuss’ The Grinch, Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Saturday, 17th December 2022 from 7pm to 9pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer from September 2022 through to April 2023 right across the city.
Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area.
Movie starts: 7pm
Movie – Dr Seuss’ The Grinch
Synopsis: On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch (Jim Carrey), who plans on ruining Christmas for all of the citizens of the town. Rating: G. Duration: 85 minutes
If weather is uncertain, phone 07 5581 7016.
Santa’s at The Strand at Coolangatta
WHEN: Sunday, 18th December 2022 at 8.30am and 10am
WHERE: The Strand at Coolangatta: 72-80 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225
Join Santa for a FUN FILLED morning of Christmas festivities and even better breakfast featuring Santa! Sit back and let the kids enjoy breakfast with Santa & his friends. You’ll also enjoy a magical performance.
FREE for The Loop Members. Bookings Essential.
Tally Valley Santa Run 2022
WHEN: Sunday, 18th December 2022 from 10am
WHERE: Tallebudgera Creek Rd, Tallebudgera Valley QLD 4228
On Sunday 18 December, Santa will again be making his way through Tallebudgera / Tallebudgera Valley with his firefighting elves! Look out for the fire trucks 🚒 and listen for the Christmas carols playing.
Tallebudgera Valley Rural Fire Brigade will have TWO Santa Run routes this year covering two parts of the area. Both runs will start at 10am sharp. They will have a tracking link for both routes so you can follow the progress. Tracking links will be published on the event and Tallebudgera Valley Rural Fire Brigade Facebook page before they head off on the day! It is anticipated both routes will take approximately up to 3 hours from start to end.
The two routes are as follows (subject to change):
🎅🏻Tallebudgera Creek Road (TCR) Route🎅🏻
TVRFB shed to Gibsonville St to end, TCR, Nancol Drive, TCR, Golden Valley Drive, Wisteria Court, Camphorlaurel Court, TCR, Monday Drive to end, Thursday Drive, Wednesday Drive, Tuesday Drive, right on to TCR, Syndicate Rd to the end and back, TCR, Rusty Court, TCR, Petsch Creek Road to end and back, TCR, Luxton Court, TCR to the end, finish at Dalton Road.
🎅🏻Tallebudgera Connection Road / Trees Road Route🎅🏻
Commence from Man-on-the-bike, Tallebudgera Connection Road, Valley Dr to the end, Northbow Court, Jamberoo Court, Dudgeon Drive, Brahman Court, Dudgeon Drive until end of Jersey Court, Friesian Court, back on to Valley Drive, Tallebudgera Connection Road, Mary Bale Drive, Tallebudgera Connection Road, Dungogie Drive to end, Tobin Way, Stockyard Court, back along Tallebudgera Connection Road, Gray Street/Hidden Cove, Tallebudgera Connection Road, Trees Road to end and back, Korringal Court, left on to Koombahla Drive, Goolabah Drive, right onto Benaroon Court/Coorabin Court, right onto Goolabah Drive again, Carapook Crescent, Jedda Street, Goolabah Drive again, Goline Courtt, Goolabah Drive again, Koombahla Drive, Trees Road to Man on the Bike, left onto Tallebudgera Connection Road, Andrews Drive, Samuel Drive, finish at intersection with TCR.
Elf’s Tales at Springwood Mall
WHEN: Sunday, 18th December 2022 from 10am
WHERE: Springwood Mall: Fitzgerald Ave, Springwood QLD 4127
Enjoy a very Merry Christmas story as told by Santa’s favourite elf at Springwood Mall.
4 sessions starting from 10am ⏰ on Sunday 18th December, 2022.
*Bookings not required.
Jingle & Mingle in the Valley
WHEN: Sunday, 18th December 2022 from 3pm
WHERE: 611 Tallebudgera Creek Road, Tallebudgera Valley QLD 4228
A chilled Sunday Session in the park with the Valley Community – a Free Family Event with Food Trucks, Live Music & Kids Entertainment PLUS Santa will be making an appearance!
Sponsored by Cr Gail O’Neill – Div. 14 and Ken Jacob – Ray White Tugun.
All Properties Group Christmas Movie in the Park
WHEN: Sunday, 18th December 2022 from 4.30pm to 8.30pm
WHERE: Bim’bimba Park, Pimpama: 188 Gainsborough Drive, Pimpama QLD 4209
All Properties Group are proud to host this years Christmas movie in the park at the Award winning Bim’bimba Park, Pimpama.
Bring a picnic mat, bean bag, blankets and more to enjoy the festivities with your neighbours. To end the night we will have a Fireworks spectacle proudly sponsored by Jim’s Building inspections!
Information;
– Movie: The Grinch
– FREE Popcorn for attendees (limited #)
– FREE Facepainting (limited #)
– Food trucks
– Fireworks display
All of this for FREE to the local community. We have 300 tickets available due to council guidelines so be sure to secure your tickets early!
Ormeau-Pimpama Santa Run 2022
WHEN: Sunday, 18th December 2022 from 1pm
WHERE: Various stops in Ormeau and Pimpama
On Sunday the 18th of December 2022 Santa’s helpers from the Ormeau Rural Fire Brigade and Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama will be helping out with the Annual Ormeau-Pimpama Santa Run.
2022 Stops (Times are approximated and are a guide only)
1. Hilltop Park, Ormeau Ridge (Landsdowne Dr) 1:00pm-1:20pm
2. Norfolk Village Football Club (Halfway Dr) 1:30pm-1:50pm
3. Pincally Crescent Park, Jacobs Ridge (Pincally Cres) 2:00pm-2:20pm
4. Ormeau Village Coles (Eggersdorf Rd) 2:30pm-2:50pm
5. Ormeau Pimpama Tennis Club (Mirambeena Dr) 3:00pm-3:20pm
6. Gainborough Parklands (Kosciuszko Ct) 3:30pm-3:50pm
7. Bimbimba Park (Gainsborough Dr) 4:00pm-4:20pm
The popular Santa 🎅🏻 tracker will be once again available this year and the link posted on the day of the run.
Share this with your friends and family, it will once again be a fantastic day!
Jellurgal Little Explorers
WHEN: Select dates in December 2022 and January 2023 during School Holidays.
WHERE: Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre: 1711 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
Kids can get out into nature 🌱 and discover Aboriginal culture 🪃 in our Little Explorers school holiday workshops.
Just $25 per child, and FREE for parents/carers to come along, workshops include an Aboriginal art workshop and engaging guided walk along Tallebudgera Creek to discover ancient cultural sites and natural resources and tools used for thousands of years.
Aimed at primary school aged children from 5 – 12 years of age.
Book online using the link below.
Kids in Conservation: Nature’s Treasure Hunt
WHEN: Monday, 19th December 2022 from 9am to 10.30am
WHERE: Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens: 230 Ashmore Road, Benowa QLD 4217
Explore the Botanic Gardens in this nature guided activity and discover nature’s treasures. Treasure comes in all colours, sizes and textures so you’ll need clues and a sharp eye to hunt for them. And when you gather them, learn why nature is diverse. Test yourself, play outdoors and find an appreciation for why nature has so many mysterious treasures.
Cost: $5.00 per child. Meet at the Rotary Education Pavilion. Wear closed in shoes, a hat and bring a water bottle. Suitable for 5 – 12 years only. Click the link below for tickets. SOLD OUT.
S𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 at Area 51
WHEN: Monday, 19th December 2022 every hour between 10am to 4pm
WHERE: Area 51 Indoor Play Centre: 51 Kingston Road, Underwood QLD 4119
Join Area 51 for their first ever Christmas and Parade!
You can look forward to roving entertainment, Rising Stars Dance Shows, Christmas carols and Christmas face painting.
Watch the Santa Parade on the hour, every hour between 10am to 4pm on Monday, 19th December. Book your tickets today!
NaturallyGC Holiday Programs
Discover summer the natural way. 🍃🐨
Immerse yourself in a range of free nature-based activities through the #NaturallyGC program. From wildlife encounters and nature crafts, to citizen science and Indigenous culture.
NaturallyGC holiday programs are specifically designed to connect kids with nature and encourage outdoor play and learning by exploring the Gold Coast’s natural environment.
The workshops cover a range of nature based activities from guided bushwalks, wildlife shows, coastal education and more.
Register and find all of the NaturallyGC kids school holidays activities online using the link below.
FREE Christmas Craft at The Strand at Coolangatta
WHEN: Monday, 19th December to Friday, 23rd December 2022 daily from 11am to 2pm
WHERE: The Strand at Coolangatta: 72-80 Marine Parade, Coolangatta QLD 4225
Get crafty this Festive Season!
FREE daily Christmas craft at The Strand at Coolangatta’s magical Christmas Workshop Zone. Get festive and decorate your own Christmas bag, stocking and Santa. The kids will be sure to have a Merry time!
A&H Beginner BMX Workshop
WHEN: Tuesday, 20th December 2022 from 8am to 9am
WHERE: Helensvale Skate Park: Discovery Drive, Helensvale QLD 4214
Boost your confidence, improve bike control, and learn small jumps and tricks in a fun and safe environment. Kids to BYO bike, helmet, protective gear, water and hat.
This workshop is for beginners aged 3 years plus who can ride a bike confidently on flat ground but want to learn how to:
- Ride up or down ramps
- Ride standing up and at speed
- Understand the correct stance and be able to turn, start and stop easily
Parents/carers required to stay for the duration of the activity.
Bookings required.
A&H Glow Party Silent Disco Upper Coomera
WHEN: Tuesday, 20th December 2022 from 6pm to 7.30pm
WHERE: Tallowwood Park: Rose Valley Drive, Upper Coomera, 4209
This amazing experience will come all to life at dusk. Bring your family and friends to a glow dance party and get your body moving to classic dance songs like the Nutbush through to current party hits and line dancing!
It will be a visual spectacular with a range of Light Up glow activities including beach ball, hula hoops and light up bowling game. Something for everyone to try, why not challenge Mum or Dad to become a Hula-Hoop Champion.
The Silent disco DJs will be spinning 3 channels of family friendly music through to playing your favourite hits, song requests are welcome.
YOUR DJS ARE SPINNING:
* Channel 1 (Green): RnB, Top 40 and Dance Hits
* Channel 2 (Red): 80’s, 90’s and 2K Throwbacks
* Channel 3 (Blue): Kids Channel
HOW IT WORKS
When you arrive, you receive a pair of special wireless headphones. You can adjust the volume and choose between up to three music channels with a flick of a switch. Each headset has a colour LED that shows what channel you are listening to. It’s super social and best of all you’re in control of the music!
For all ages.
Bookings required via online.
Gold Coast Libraries
With so much happening over summer, Gold Coast Libraries’ Family Time sessions (Baby Rhyme Time, Toddler Time and Storytime) will be taking a brief break from Saturday 10 December 2022, then recommencing on Monday 23 January 2023.
To see what else is happening for kiddos during the break, check out our Summer Reading Club and school holiday programs on our What’s on page to find out what school holiday activities and events are available at your local library.
We highly recommend the fun Summer Reading Club, we’ve done it and had a blast! Your adventure awaits. Pick up your passport now and begin an action-packed summer of discovery. Open to children aged 12 and under and runs from 1 December 2022 until 31 Jan 2023.
Gold Coast Libraries are closed 24th to 27th December and from 31st December to 2nd January for the relevant public holidays.
Christmas Craft Workshop at Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Tuesday, 20th and Friday, 23rd December 2022 from 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Enjoy decorating your own Christmas Creations at Broadwater Parklands.
Wooden Christmas tree decorations, Christmas card making and painting your very own Christmas plaster craft.
Loads of FREE fun to be had.
Broadwater Parklands events are subject to change so please check the link below before visiting.
Rudolph’s Birthday Party at Westfield Coomera
WHEN: Tuesday, 20th December and Wednesday, 21st December 2022 11am and 1pm daily
WHERE: Westfield Coomera: 103 Foxwell Road, Coomera QLD 4209
It’s Rudolph’s birthday! And what better way to celebrate than with a party with all of his friends. This year, we’ve moved the party outside for everyone to join in, no bookings required!
Join Rudolph and Mrs Claus for a FREE party in The Backyard, with a mini show, games and more.
Roald Dahl’s The Twits
WHEN: Tuesday, 20th December to Saturday, 24th December 2022
WHERE: Concert Hall, QPAC: Melbourne Street, Corner Grey Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Roald Dahl’s gruesome twosome The Twits return to QPAC this December after a sold out season in April to delight and disgust, in equal measure.
Mr and Mrs Twit are the nastiest couple you could ever hope (not) to meet. Both are on a quest to be meaner than the other – but, is there someone out there who can out-twit the Twits? Full of trickery and wickedly-funny pranks, Dahl’s adored classic encourages us to treat others with love and care and proves that if you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams.
Packed with Dahlicious mischief, hilarious mayhem and big belly laughs, The Twits is unmissable summer school holiday fun for all ages, from shake & stir theatre co the team behind the sold out seasons of Fantastic Mr Fox and George’s Marvellous Medicine.
You’ve read the book – it’s time to experience this family classic from the wacky mind of the world’s No. 1 Storyteller live on stage.
You won’t believe your (glass) eyes.
AGE RECOMMENDATION: 5 to 105 years old! Tickets are $49 + transaction fee.
FREE Christmas Craft Workshops
WHEN: Wednesday, 21st December 2022 from 10am to 1pm
WHERE: Underwood Marketplace: 3215 Logan Road, Underwood QLD 4119
DJ Party in the Park @ Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Wednesday, 21st December 2022 from 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Time to get your groove on with our DJ Party in the Park.
Yesterday’s favourites and all of today’s hits.
Grab your dancing shoes and meet us at the new Peninsula Playground for some extra fun and games, including limbo, hula hoop comps, and dance comps.
Dance along to some of your favourite songs, and learn a few new moves too. Let’s dance!
Broadwater Parklands events are subject to change so please check the link below before visiting.
A&H Glow Party Silent Disco Carrara
WHEN: Wednesday, 21st December 2022 from 6pm to 7.30pm
WHERE: Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre: 296 Nerang Broadbeach Road, Carrara QLD 4211
This amazing experience will come all to life at dusk. Bring your family and friends to a glow dance party and get your body moving to classic dance songs like the Nutbush through to current party hits and line dancing!
It will be a visual spectacular with a range of Light Up glow activities including beach ball, hula hoops and light up bowling game. Something for everyone to try, why not challenge Mum or Dad to become a Hula-Hoop Champion.
The Silent disco DJs will be spinning 3 channels of family friendly music through to playing your favourite hits, song requests are welcome.
YOUR DJS ARE SPINNING:
* Channel 1 (Green): RnB, Top 40 and Dance Hits
* Channel 2 (Red): 80’s, 90’s and 2K Throwbacks
* Channel 3 (Blue): Kids Channel
HOW IT WORKS
When you arrive, you receive a pair of special wireless headphones. You can adjust the volume and choose between up to three music channels with a flick of a switch. Each headset has a colour LED that shows what channel you are listening to. It’s super social and best of all you’re in control of the music!
For all ages.
Bookings required via online.
Christmas Party at Harrigan’s Calypso Bay
WHEN: Wednesday, 21st December 2022 from 4pm to 8pm
WHERE: Harrigan’s Calypso Bay: Harrigans Lane, Jacobs Well QLD 4208
Christmas is only around the corner and what a better way to celebrate the festivity than at your favourite local.
Kids can enjoy a Kids Christmas Disco in the Marquee! From dancing to games, kids are guaranteed fun.
A special visit from Santa at 6pm with presents to be given to every child! *
On the night, adults can enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival*, roaming food platters, & raffles.
FREE Face Painting! at Underwood Marketplace
WHEN: Wednesday, 21st December to Friday, 23rd December 2022
WHERE: Underwood Marketplace: 3215 Logan Road, Underwood QLD 4119
✨Get into the festive spirit with FREE Face Painting for the kids!
Find our Face Painter on the following dates:
Wednesday 21 December – 10.00am – 2.00pm
Thursday 22 December – 10.00am – 2.00pm
Friday 23 December – 9.30am – 1.30pm
FREE Festive Face Painting
WHEN: Wednesday, 21st December to Saturday, 24th December 2022, daily from 10am to 2pm
WHERE: Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre: 3240 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Get a Christmas festive look Santa will love, at our free kids face painting station. What will your little one choose Reindeer, Fairy, Elf, Snowman?
Suitable for children aged 2 – 12 years only. Parents or Guardians must remain with children at all times.
Sparky Do Dah Pompom Workshop @ Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Thursday, 22nd December 2022 from 10am to 2pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Join Sparky Do Dah beside the Bouncy Pillow at Broadwater Parklands for his Pompom Workshop on Thursday, 22nd December 2022 from 10am to 2pm.
Create a colourful pompom to hang from your tree or wear around your neck. They’re great for twirling too!
Broadwater Parklands events are subject to change so please check the details using the link below before visiting.
Peachey Party
WHEN: Thursday, 22nd December 2022 from 2pm to 6pm
WHERE: Peachey Community Garden: 13 McCreadie Road, Ormeau QLD 4208
Come celebrate the Summer Solstice.
Ahhhh all prepared for Christmas Oh you need a few more unique handmade gifts and food ?
Enjoy a twilight stroll through Peachey Community gardens enjoying natures extended light and twinkle lights everywhere to light your way.
Featuring Local makers, festive eats and drinks, kids workshops, food swaps and one of a kind gifting. Come and grab a Gigi Pizza.
Bring the Family.
Kids Night Out | Movies and Minding | Arthur Christmas
WHEN: Thursday, 22nd December 2022 from 5pm to 8pm
WHERE: Event Cinemas Robina Town Centre: Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina QLD 4230
Kids are invited to enjoy their very own big night out at Event Cinemas Robina!
Get all of your Christmas shopping done during our midnight trade while your little ones enjoy a screening of Arthur Christmas [G] parent free! But don’t worry mum and dad, kids will remain in the care of our licensed caregivers throughout the duration of the event, so you can get all of your last-minute Christmas gift, food and decor shopping done!
Registration Opens (Event Cinema Outside Cinema 3): 5.00pm. Screening Commences: 6.00pm. Screening Concludes: 7.45pm (Parents may collect children from this time). Final Collection: 8.00pm
NEED TO KNOW
- Children must be between 3 (minimum) -13 (maximum) years of age in order to attend.
- Food Provided: Chicken Nuggets and Hot Chips with a beverage (Water).
- Vegetarian, Gluten/Nut/Egg Free Option: Hot Chips with Water.
- Popcorn can be purchased prior to check in.
- We do not encourage children to bring along other food due to other children’s allergies which will need to be monitored, however this is just encouraged and not a rule.
- Guests are recommended to bring along their own water.
- Toileting of children is provided throughout the movie. Parents please inform children that they only need to ask a friendly staff member if they need to go. They are more than happy to help, however 15 minutes prior to pick up time, carers will be unable to take children to the toilet due to safety reasons. Children who attend are required to be toilet trained.
DIY Invasion Kids School Holiday Workshop
WHEN: Various Dates and Times in December and January
WHERE: DIY Invasion: Shop 4, 2 Christensen Road, Stapylton QLD 4207
Come along to one of DIY Invasion’s FUN School Holiday Kids Art Workshops! A fun, 2 hour art workshop for all age groups with no prior art experience needed. All art materials and aprons supplied.
Parents, you are welcome to stay and watch as your child makes wonderful artworks or you can drop off and enjoy 2 hours to yourself.
– Monday 19th December 2022 @10am-12pm – Name Bauble, Christmas Tree Soap and Snow Slime
– Monday 19th December 2022 @ 1:30pm-3:30pm – Snow Candles, Pop Stick Christmas Tree Decorations and Christmas Cards
– Friday 23rd December 2022 @ 10am-12pm – Christmas Tree Dot Painting, Ginger Bread House Ornament and Snow Globe
– Friday 23rd December 2022 @ 1:30pm -3:30pm – String Art Christmas Tree, Christmas Cards and Grinch Slime
– Friday 20th January 2023 @ 10am-12pm – Tie Dye Shirt, Rock Painting and Galaxy Slime
– Friday 20th January 2023 @1:30pm-3:30pm – String Art Heart, Rainbow Pot Painting and Scented Candles
Workshop cost = $30.
Bubble Play @ Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Saturday, 24th December 2022 from 9.30am to 1.30pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Bubble Play is a unique, mind blowing, bubble magic extravaganza!
Come along and play with Bubble’licious creations, and have fun creating the biggest, most beautiful, amazing, shimmering bubbles you’ve ever seen at Broadwater Parklands on Saturday, 24th December 2022 from 9.30am to 1.30pm.
Broadwater Parklands events are subject to change so please check the details using the link below before visiting.
Santa Kids Cruise
WHEN: Saturday, 24th December 2022 from 5.30pm to 7pm
WHERE: Sea World Cruises Surfers Paradise Departure Location
Perfect for kids! See Santa on the water – join our annual Gold Coast Christmas Santa cruise for a fun-filled evening that’s ideal for families with children. Departing at 5:30 pm from the heart of Surfers Paradise, climb aboard our comfortable, air-conditioned vessel as we cruise along the Gold Coast’s canal system throwing lollies to the kids and families eagerly awaiting on their local jetties. Sing along to your favourite Christmas carols and be entertained by Santa and our Christmas face painter! This is a great experience for young and old! Kids also receive a free Christmas gift! A fully licensed bar is also available onboard with some tasty Christmas cocktails.
Tickets: Adults: $40, Child (3-13yrs): $25 and 2 and under are FREE.
Gold Coast Christmas Carnival at Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Monday, 26th December 2022 to Sunday, 15th January 2022 from 6pm to 9.30pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands Southern Lawn: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Come down to the Southern Lawn @ Broadwater Parklands from Monday 26th December – it will be jam-packed with everyone’s favourite rides, food trucks and family fun for everyone!
6PM – 9.30PM EVERY NIGHT 🌃
4PM -12AM NEW YEAR’S EVE ✨
$3 Entry 🎟
🎡Ferris wheel
🚘Dogem cars
👽Alien abductions
🎟Sound wave
🎪Round up
🫖Tea cups
🕺Rock and tug
🎫Bungee trampoline
🙌Jumping castle
🎣Carnival games
🐷Travelling Farm animals
🌭Show food
DJ Party in the Park @ Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Wednesday, 28th December 2022 from 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Time to get your groove on with our DJ Party in the Park.
Yesterday’s favourites and all of today’s hits.
Grab your dancing shoes and meet us at the new Peninsula Playground for some extra fun and games, including limbo, hula hoop comps, and dance comps.
Dance along to some of your favourite songs, and learn a few new moves too. Let’s dance!
Broadwater Parklands events are subject to change so please check the details using the link below before visiting.
Wild Rangers Wildlife Encounters @ Broadwater Parklands
WHEN: Friday, 30th December 2022 from 10am to 2pm
WHERE: Broadwater Parklands: Marine Parade, Southport QLD 4215
Wild Rangers Wildlife Encounters provides fun and interactive wildlife creature talks.
They’re dedicated to educating both children and adults on the importance of conservation and protecting our amazing native animals and their habitats.
Come along to Broadwater Parklands on Friday, 30th December 2022 from 10am to 2pm and meet some, unique, beautiful and interesting animals and take away an experience you’ll never forget!
Broadwater Parklands events are subject to change so please check the details using the link below before visiting.
New Year’s Eve Gold Coast 2022
Looking to ring in the New Year with the family?
Check out Fun Things for Toddlers’ ultimate list on where to celebrate New Year’s Eve with the family on the Gold Coast!
Holiday Activities & Events for the REST of the Summer School Holidays
Once the silly season is over and all the Christmas Events and Activities are finished for another year, there is still the small matter of keeping the kids (toddlers included) entertained for the REST of the Summer School Holiday Season!
To help we have compiled ta list of Summer School Holiday Activities & Events happening in and around the Gold Coast.
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