It’s the most wonderful time of the year and with Christmas just around the corner, we have put together our top list of things to do to ensure you have a joyful Gold Coast Christmas.
With so many things to do around the coast for all the family, we are sure your calendar will be loaded with lots of exciting events to look forward to!
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Movie World White Christmas
Movie World’s White Christmas is back this year to bring in the festive season full of Christmas cheer! There will be live entertainment, activities for the kids and beautiful Christmas displays, along with live family shows and a white Christmas parade. This event is one not to be missed and is sure to get you into the festive spirit.
To find out more about the Movie White Christmas event and purchase tickets here – White Christmas | Warner Bros. Movie World
Surfers Paradise Twilight Christmas Markets
Be sure to put this one in your calendar for Saturday 11th of December. This will be your chance to find that perfect gift or to finish off your Christmas list. Not only will there be fun activities for the kids, you can also enjoy the live music and entertainment to get you into the Christmas spirit. There will be plenty to look at with stalls of handmade gifts, boutique clothing and accessories from local designers.
Check out the event details here – Surfers Paradise Christmas Twilight Markets Tickets, Sat 11/12/2021 at 4:00 pm | Eventbrite
Supporting Local Charities
Most of us know that lending a helping hand or donating a small gift can make a huge difference to those less fortunate in the Gold Coast community. There is no better year to show your support than this one, with the devastating effect of navigating another year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
We have listed some charities that you can donate to or volunteer in the lead up to Christmas.
Volunteering Gold Coast
Volunteering Gold Coast | Connect with your community (volunteeringgc.org.au)
Gold Coast Project for Homeless Youth
Gold Coast Project for Homeless Youth – Home
Destiny Rescue / JC Denim Company
Newlife Care
Gold Coast Crisis Care & Counselling | Newlife Care
Hopewell Hospice
Guide Dogs
Volunteer – Guide Dogs Queensland
Red Cross
Humanitarian Aid – Donate or Join Us | Australian Red Cross
St Vincent de Paul Society
QLD – St Vincent de Paul Society – Good Works (vinnies.org.au)
The Smith Family
Queensland | Available Volunteer Opportunities In QLD (thesmithfamily.com.au)
RSPCA
Volunteer | RSPCA Queensland (rspcaqld.org.au)
Traditional Christmas Cake Recipe
Who doesn’t’ love Christmas cake? Baking this yummy cake will get all the family involved and in the Christmas spirit. Why not bake a few and set them aside to enjoy for morning or afternoon tea, when friends pop over for a visit or add a trickle of warm custard and enjoy for dessert!Click here to check out this delicious Christmas cake recipe – Christmas Cake | Donna Hay
If you are planning to go away for the Christmas holidays, be rest assured that the team at Oceanside Services are here for you. We are open everyday throughout the holidays, 24/7. Call us on 075520 7100.