Bringing In The Christmas Spirit

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

Destiny Rescue AU

Newlife Care

Gold Coast Crisis Care & Counselling | Newlife Care

Hopewell Hospice

Hopewell Hospice (wmq.org.au)

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.