'Tis the season to be merry and to belt out some Bublé, Bing, and Bieber ballads! Fortunately, Brisbane has so many awesome Christmas Carol events this year, and we've compiled a list of the best. If you're after live Christmas music and entertainment, markets and food stalls, kids' activities, Auslan-friendly events, fireworks, and Santa cameos, our Brisbane Carols list has you covered.
The Lord Mayor's Christmas Carols
When: Saturday, 7 December 2024. Preshow entertainment from 6.00pm. Main show 7.00pm – 9.00pm.
Where: Riverstage, City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
Cost/Tickets: Buy tickets from Ticketmaster. $5.00 per person (under 18 free)
This year's Lord Mayor's Christmas Carols looks set to be the merriest and most magical yet! The outdoor extravaganza will feature stars like Conrad Sewell, Ngaiire, Josh Pyke, and The Jingle Belles! The Auslan-friendly event includes screen captions, tactile tours, low sensory zones, and vibrating wristbands.
With food stalls, fireworks, and free live streaming in Victoria Park, this is a must-see family event! Learn more and book tickets.
Ascot Green Christmas Carols and Markets
When: Saturday, 14 December 2024, 5.00pm – 8.00pm.
Where: Eagle Farm Racecourse
Cost/Registration: Free. Register your attendance here.
A free and fabulous family event, complete with jumping castles, face painting, market stalls, crafts, food trucks, and more!
Sing and jingle along to all your favourite Christmas carols performed by Opera Queensland, Northside Concert Orchestra, and the Queensland Show Choir.
South Bank Nightly Christmas Carols
When: Every day from Sunday, 15 – 22 December 2024, 5.00pm – 5.45pm
Where: Riverside Green Playground, South Brisbane QLD
Cost: Free
These early evening, short and sweet South Bank Christmas carols are perfect for the whole family, especially for little ones who love Christmas but need sleep to stay on Santa's 'Nice List'! ????
City of Logan Christmas Carols
When: Saturday, 7 December 2024, 3.00pm – 8.30pm
Where: Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct, Jacaranda Avenue, Kingston
Cost: Free
Logan City's biggest annual Christmas event includes live entertainment, face painting, Christmas craft activities, markets, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display.
You can even leave the car at home, jump on a 50-cent train to Kingston station, and wander down to the event for a jolly good time! Learn more.
Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols
When: Sunday, 8 December 2024, 4.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: Nathan Road Sports Complex, Redcliffe
Cost: Free
There's something for everyone at the Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols – live Christmas carols, kids' crafts and activities, twilight markets, food trucks, Santa's village and workshop, and even photos with Santa himself!
Bring the family and the picnic blanket and enjoy an evening of Christmas cheer and celebrations. Learn more.
