Council’s Christmas program has plenty of free events to enjoy this Christmas season to help community members get into the festive spirit.
Come along to one of these free events in the region, and check out the full Christmas program here.
Pageant of Lights
A dazzling parade of Christmas floats, festive entertainment, and the official lighting of the spectacular Christmas lights in Buss Park.
When: Thursday 30 November, 5.30 pm
Where: Bundaberg CBD
Twilight Artisan Market
Browse an array of handcrafted items, one-of-a-kind artworks and unique gifts from the region’s talented artisans and craftspeople.
When: Friday 1 December, 5 pm to 8 pm
Where: Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery + Gallery Park, 1 Barolin Street, Bundaberg
Christmas Musical – Do you hear what I hear?
Enjoy the Christmas musical ‘Do you hear what I hear?’, which explores the Christmas story with a very Aussie angel, some cute storytellers, dancers, and a downright rude Grinch.
A great night of fun and laughter for the whole family.
When: 1 – 3 December, 7 pm to 8.30 pm
Where: Heritage Christian Centre, 58 Woondooma Street, Bundaberg Regional Council
Christmas Advent Wreath
Macadamias Australia invites the community to share in their life-size Christmas Advent Wreath which symbolises the passage of the four weeks of Advent.
The wreath includes four candles to be lit across four consecutive Friday evenings.
When: 1, 8, 15 and 22 December, 4.30 pm to 5.30 pm
Where: Macadamias Australia, 4625 Goodwood Road, Alloway
Carols at Hope
An evening of free festive fun for the whole family, including markets from 3pm and Christmas carols from 6pm.
Food vans and activities throughout the night, with fireworks to wrap up the festivities at the end.
When: Sunday 3 December, 3 pm to 7.30 pm
Where: 18 Walters Street, Bundaberg North
Christmas Music Bingo
Join in a fun night dedicated to the best Christmas songs as well as all-time greatest hits with this interactive festive event.
Family-friendly, and participants are encouraged to get into the Christmas spirit by wearing red and green.
Just like normal bingo, but the numbers have been replaced by songs!
When: Wednesday 6 December, 7 pm
Where: Lighthouse Hotel, 66 Zunker Street, Burnett Heads
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When: Wednesday 20 December, 7 pm
Where: Metro Hotel, 160 Bourbong Street, Bundaberg
Booking essential.
Christmas in the Park
A relaxing evening of music and food hosted by the Restoration Centre.
Bring a picnic rug and join the fun, which will include family-friendly activities and Christmas carols.
When: Thursday 7 December, 5.30 pm to 9 pm
Where: Alexandra Park, Quay Street, Bundaberg
Childers Mingle and Jingle Street Party
Join the Childers community to celebrate Christmas at this festive, fun street party.
Food, shopping, live music, prizes, and a special visit from Santa means there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
When: Thursday 7 December, 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm
Where: Churchill Street, Childers
Christmas in the Precinct
An afternoon of festive fun and entertainment followed by a star-studded Christmas concert, Christmas in the Precinct has something for everyone.
Mumma’s Nest Markets will anchor the afternoon’s activities, which include rides, roving entertainment, food truck and a special visit from Santa and his real-life reindeer.
The Christmas concert will be headlined by popstar RICKI-LEE and Australia’s leading lady of musical theatre Marina Prior, along with Bella Canna String Quintret, Encore Dance Studio and The Diamonds.
When: Saturday 9 December, markets and entertainment from 2 pm, concert from 6 pm
Where: Bundaberg Recreational Precinct
Cookie Decorating Workshop
Learn how to decorate a delicious Christmas cookie in this free hands-on workshop.
Gin Gin Neighbourhood Centre’s Crafter in Residence will guide participants through this fun activity in a relaxed environment.
When: Monday 11 December, 9 am to 11.30 am
Where: Gin Gin Neighbourhood Centre, 4 Dear Street, Gin Gin
No bookings required.
Christmas Tree Ornament
Create a festive Christmas tree ornament to hang on your Christmas tree.
When: Monday 11 December, 10 am to 11 am
Where: Gin Gin Library, Gin Gin Community Hub, 4 Dear Street, Gin Gin
Bookings essential.
Christmas Card Craft
Create a personalised Christmas card for someone special.
When: Daily from 11 to 15 December, 10 am to 10.30 am
Where: Bundaberg Library, 49 Woondooma Street, Bundaberg
Bookings essential.
Christmas Angels
Decorate a Christmas angel ornament to hang on your Christmas tree.
When: Tuesday 12 December, 10 am to 11 am
Where: Childers Library, 49 Churchill Street, Childers
Bookings essential.
Super Mario Bros the Movie
Free screening of this exuberant comedy based on the action-packed world of Nintendo’s Mario games.
When: Wednesday 13 December, 10.30 am to 12 pm
Where: Moncrieff Entertainment Centre, 177 Bourbong Street, Bundaberg
Bookings essential.
Xmas in the Skate Park
This teen focused youth event, hosted by yourtown, will put a festive spin in kick-flips with skateboarding, snags and prizes.
Get into the festive spirit with Christmas costumes.
When: Thursday 14 December, 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Walla Street Skate Park, Walla Street, Bundaberg
Pop-up Snowman
Create a fun pop-up snowman decoration.
When: Thursday 14 December, 10 am to 11 am
Where: Childers Library, 49 Churchill Street, Childers
Booking essential.
A Moore Park Beach Christmas
A very merry seaside Christmas event, with Christmas carols, markets, stage entertainment, kids fun and sandcastle competition.
A special visit from Santa with surprises for the kids and fireworks to top off the evening at 8 pm.
When: Saturday 16 December, 4 pm to 8 pm
Where: Moore Park Beach
Burnett Heads Community Christmas Party
A magical evening of festive community cheer with kids activities, Christmas carol karaoke and special guest visit from Santa.
Enjoy a free sausage sizzle hosted by the Burnett Heads Progress and Sports Association.
When: Saturday 16 December, 4 pm to 9 pm
Where: Jack Norgate Oval, Burnett Heads
Celebrate Christmas
Celebrate the season with live performances and Christmas carols at this special concert for the whole family.
The afternoon starts with a family festival including petting zoo, jumping castle, food vendors, and face painting, followed by the concert.
When: Sunday 17 December, 12 pm
Where: Citicoast Church, 140 Elliott Heads Road, Avenell Heights
Bookings essential.
Christmas Gnome
Stitch together a delightful Christmas gnome to add a playful twist to your Christmas decorating.
When: Tuesday 19 December, 2 pm to 3 pm
Where: Gin Gin Library, Gin Gin Community Hub, 4 Dear Street, Gin Gin
Christmas Trivia
Test your knowledge of all things Christmas at this free trivia event.
When: Tuesday 19 December, 7 pm
Where: Spotted Dog at Railway Hotel, 87 Perry Street, Bundaberg North
Booking essential and filling up fast.
Festive Christmas Movie
Get into the Christmas spirit with a free festive movie screening.
When: Friday 22 December, 10 am
Where: Childers Library, 49 Churchill Street, Childers
Booking essential.
