The Christmas countdown has begun and you know the big day must be getting closer when Carols are heard everywhere you go.
Christmas Carols signal that the festive season’s in full swing in shopping centres, on the radio and even when you’re on hold during a phone call… but nothing beats going to a live event to sing along and share the Christmas spirit.
Christmas Carols in Brisbane this year will be held in venues throughout the city. So you’ll know where and when they’re on, we’ve compiled the following list of recommended events.
The BEST Christmas Carols in Brisbane 2019
Listed here in date order….
Sunday 24th November
Caboolture Christmas Carols
Join in and celebrate the festive season on Sunday 24th November 2019 at Centenary Lakes Park and sing-along to your favourite Christmas songs at the Caboolture Christmas Carols.
When: Sunday 24 November
Where: Centenary Lakes Park, Caboolture
Time: 3 – 8pm
Saturday 30th November
Christmas in the Park | Calamvale
Head on down and help celebrate Christmas in the local community, the arrival of Santa face painting, food and coffee available for purchase. This is an event for all of the family, including your furry family members with a dog Christmas party and fancy dress Christmas parade. Followed by Christmas Carols and a screening of “Paddington Bear 2”.
When: Saturday 30 November
Where: Calamvale District Park
Time: 4 – 8pm
Sunday 1st December
North Lakes Christmas Carols
The North Lakes Christmas Carols will feature plenty of free activities and workshops, roving performers and FUN! You can even do some last-minute Christmas gift shopping at the twilight markets.
When: Sunday 1 December
Where: Kinsellas Park, North Lakes
Time: 3 – 8pm
Carols In the Reservoir | Spring Hill
The people of Brisbane love carols, and what could be more mystical about celebrating Christmas than celebrating in the Spring Hill Reservoir, being serenaded by world-class performers singing traditional Christmas favourites with Carols in the Reservoir.
When: Sunday 1 – Sun 22 December
Where: Spring Hill Reservoir
Time: 1.30 & 7.30pm
Friday 6th December
Christmas Under The Stars Spectacular | Bracken Ridge
Bringing the community together again, Bracken Ridge State School are making Christmas Under the Stars a Spectacular event. Side show entertainment, class performances on stage, food Fest from 5pm, lolly stand, special visit from Santa and fireworks! All Community, family and friends WELCOME!!
When: Friday 6 December
Where: Bracken Ridge State School
Time: 5 -8pm
Jingle All the Bay | Sandgate
The Sandgate & District Chamber of Commerce present Jingle All the Bay! Join in celebrating Christmas in the bayside with a Street Party and Christmas Parade.
When: Friday 6 December
Where: Einbunpin Lagoon
Time: 6 – 9pm
Saturday 7th December
Bray Park Community Carols
Love Christmas? Come and celebrate the festive season at the Bray Park Carols. The festival starts at 4PM with free jumping castles, face painting, petting zoo and other kids activities. Did we mention market stalls, food vendors and live music as well? The carols will begin at 7PM with a show for the whole family.
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: Bray Park Community Church
Time: 4 – 8.30pm
Carols on the Oval @ Belmont
Carindale Salvos is as excited as ever to bring you the biggest event yet at Belmont State School. With FREE entry, rides and activities starting at 4pm. The Carols begin at 7pm with fireworks concluding the festivities at 8:15pm.
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: Belmont State School
Time: 4 – 8:30pm
Griffin Christmas Carnival
Don’t miss this years Christmas Carnival at Griffin! It’s an event not to be missed! 7th December, Held on the oval at Griffin State School 3pm-8pm. Enjoy amazing non stop entertainment, market stalls, rides, Santa’s Parade, fireworks and MORE!
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: Griffin State School
Time: 3 – 8pm
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols | Brisbane
The annual Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols will showcase some of Australia’s biggest and brightest talents. Bring the family and enjoy some of your favourite Christmas songs and carols at this joyous and magical celebration of Christmas.
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: Riverstage
Time: 4 – 9:15pm
Scouts Christmas Carols | Strathpine
Go along and be part of an amazing night under the stars singing or performing for your family & friends, or providing support.
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: Pine Rivers Park, Strathpine
Time: 6.30 – 8.30pm
The Hills Community Carols | Ferny Hills
The biggest and best community carols in Brisbane’s North West. a huge variety of performers, food, rides and fireworks. This is a great event for the whole family.
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: George Willmore Park
Time: 4 – 8pm
Wakerley Carols
You’re invited to join in for an afternoon of tasty treats, live music, arts & crafts and rides leading into an evening of Christmas carols and a fireworks finale.
When: Saturday 7 December
Where: Wakerley Park
Time: 3.30 – 8.30pm
Sunday 8th December
Centenary Community Carols | Middle Park
Join in for an evening of carols, food and fun. They will have market stalls, food vendors, and santa’s sleigh from 4:30pm, with the carols beginning at 7:00pm. Sing along to your favourite carols with the help of the big band and a live nativity scene. Finish off the evening with fireworks at 8:00pm
When: Sunday 8 Dcember
Where: Peter Lightfoot Park
Time: 4 – 8pm
Community Christmas Party | Taigum
Head along to the biggest Christmas party! They’ve got FREE rides, Santa, cupcake decorating, fairy floss, animals to pat and heaps more. After the party, sit back and join in for Carols on the lawn at 7:00pm.
When: Sunday 8 December
Where: Salvation Army, Taigum
Time: 4 – 8:30pm
Narangba Community Carols
The Lions Club of Narangba is proud to present the annual Narangba Community Carols at the Narangba Community Centre. Face painting, jumping castle, food and entertainment. A special visitor may even make an appearance before Fireworks at 7:45pm
When: Sunday 8 December
Where: Narangba Community Hall
Time: 4 – 8pm
Scarborough Christmas Carols
Catch all the action from around Scarborough Park with roving Christmas performers, twilight markets, and free Christmas activities and workshops.
When: Sunday 8 December
Where: Scarborough Beach Park
Time: 3 – 8pm
Friday 13th December
Redlands White Christmas | Cleveland
The Redland City Choir proudly presents the return of Redlands White Christmas with all your favourite Christmas carols and a splash of movie magic.
When: Friday 13 & Saturday 14 December
Where: Redlands Performing Arts Centre
Time: 7pm Friday & 2pm Saturday
Saturday 14th December
City of Logan Christmas Carols | Meadowbrook
Join in on Saturday 14 December at Griffith University Logan Campus from 4:30pm for your all-time favourite Christmas Carols, pop up food trucks serving delicious food, and other amazing performances!!
When: Saturday 14 December
Where: Griffith University Logan Campus
Time: 4:30 – 9:30pm
Sunday 15th December
Bracken Ridge Christmas Carols
Join in for the 2019 CAROLS SPECTACULAR! This is one of the biggest highlights of the year so head along to celebrate Christmas together!
When: Sunday 15 December
Where: Norris Road State School
Time: 4:30 – 8:30pm
Christ Community Carols | Taringa
Start off the afternoon with free activities for the kids, grab a bite to eat, then make yourself comfy as you join together to sing your favourite Christmas carols!
When: Sunday 15 December
Where: Oakman Park
Time: 4:30 – 8pm
Pine Rivers Park Christmas | Strathpine
Sit back, relax, and join in the carolling fun with local community groups, schools, and a marquee carolling performance from 3pm.
When: Sunday 15 December
Where: Pine Rivers Park
Time: 3 – 8pm
Friday 20th December
Carols by Twilight | South Bank
Settle in by the gently-lapping Brisbane River while cherub-lipped musicians warble sweet melodies from Christmas carol classics, as the sun goes down.
When: Friday 20 – Sunday 23 December
Where: River Quay
Time: 6 – 8pm
Saturday 21st December
Christmas Carnival | Sandstone Point
Tis’ the season to be jolly and you’ll find plenty to be jolly about with markets, food stalls, kids rides, live music, entertainment, Christmas carols, fireworks and of course a visit from Santa!
When: Saturday 21 December
Where: Sandstone Point Hotel
Time: 12 – 8pm
Sunday 22nd December
Carols in the Park Same Carols | Albany Creek
Mark Sunday 22nd December in your diary today. Gather your family and friends together, bring along a picnic rug or your favourite chair, and come share your festive cheer with others.
When: Sunday 22 December
Where: Good Shepherd Baptist Church
Time: 5 – 8:30pm
Joy to the World Christmas at the Shed | Burpengary
The annual The Shed Australia Co Community Carols are on again, Sunday December 22nd. 4:00pm Food, Free Face painting, Petting Zoo, Jumping Castled plus Lots of prizes and giveaways and much more. 6:00pm Carols kick off & will include a visit from Santa
When: Sunday 22 December
Where: The Shed, Burpengary
Time: 4 – 8:30pm
2018 Christmas Carols
Carols @ Multicap – Share in the magic of Christmas
Carols @ Multicap is an annual event held to celebrate Christmas with Multicap families and the local community.
When: Saturday 24 November, 2018
Where: 303 Padstow Road, Eight Mile Plains.
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Come and enjoy the fun, bring your picnic rug, check out the stalls and lots, lots more. For more details click here
Jimboomba Christmas Carols 2018
With FREE admission, the Carols will be held at the Jimboomba State School Oval. Free parking is provided, so bring a blanket or some chairs relax and enjoy the show!
When: Saturday 24 November, 2018
Where: Jimboomba State School Oval
Time: 5.30 – 8.30pm
Burpengary Christmas Spectacular
It is that time again for the Burpengary Christmas Spectacular! This year will be bigger and better with some great stall holder and performances happening this year. There will be rides, carols, entertainment, food and FIREWORKS!
When: Saturday 1 December, 2018
Where: Burpengary Sports Ground
Time: 3 – 8pm
We have more information here.
Christmas in the Park | Calamvale
Celebrate Christmas with Cr Angela Owen-Taylor with Baby’s First Christmas Presentations, Santa, face painting, carols and finish off with a movie!
When: Saturday 1 December, 2018
Where: Calamvale District Adventure Park
Time: 4 – 8pm
We have more information here.
Scouts Christmas Carols
Join Scouts Queensland for a great family night out. Celebrate Christmas by singing along to all your favorite carols, with their very own choir and orchestra.
When: Saturday 1 December 2018
Where: Roma Street Parkland
Time: From 6.00pm
We have more information here.
The Hirth West. a huge variety of performers, food, rides and fireworks. This is a great event for the whole family.
Hills Community Carols | Ferny Hills
The biggest and best community carols in Brisbane
When: Saturday 1 December 2018
Where: George Willmore Park, 52 Ferny Way, Ferny Hills QLD 4055
Time: 4.00 – 8.30pm
Click here for more information.
Christmas In the Creek | Albany Creek
Join the Albany Creek community in spreading the Christmas cheer. Sing along to everyone’s favourite Christmas songs. There were many other activities for the children including Face Painting. The music will be great and a good time will be had by all.
When: Saturday 1 December 2018
Where: Albany Creek Community Centre
Time: 4.00 – 8.00pm
We have more information here.
Wakerley Carols
You’re invited to join us for an afternoon of tasty treats, live music, arts & crafts and rides leading into an evening of Christmas carols and a fireworks finale. This free community event, now in its sixth year, is an initiative of the Port of Brisbane Rotary club supported by Brisbane City Council, local businesses and service organisations.
When: Saturday 1 December 2018
Where: Wakerley Park
Time: 4.30 – 8.30pm
Carols In the Reservoir | Spring Hill
The people of Brisbane love carols, and what could be more mystical about celebrating Christmas than celebrating in the Spring Hill Reservoir, being serenaded by world-class performers singing traditional Christmas favourites with Carols in the Reservoir.
When: Saturday 1 December – Sunday 23rd December, 2018
Where: The Spring Hill Reservoir
Time: 7.30pm
North Lakes Christmas Carols
When: Sunday 2 December, 2018
Where: Kinsellas Park, Innovation Place
Time: 3.00pm – 8.00pm (FIREWORKS finale!)
With lots of family-friendly entertainment on offer, everyone can get into the spirit of the season. The North Lakes Christmas Carols will feature plenty of free activities and workshops, roving performers and FUN! Bring your best vocals and a blanket to spread out, relax and enjoy a magical evening. The North Lakes Christmas Carols will have a full program of talented local dance groups and choirs to get you singing along. The evening will finish with a ‘bang’ when the night sky lights up with the huge Fireworks Finale.
Centenary Community Carols | Middle Park
The Centenary Salvation Army hosts the annual Carols in the Park, held at The Peter Lightfoot Oval for the Centenary Suburbs. This popular event is supported by local businesses and organizations and is attended by thousands every year. The night will finish with FRIEWORKS!
When: Sunday 2 December, 2018
Where: Peter Lightfoot Oval, Middle Park
Time: 4.00pm – 7.30pm (the event will close with a one hour Christmas concert)
Bray Park Community Christmas Carols
Bray Park Community Church Christmas Carols is a free family friendly event, hosting an array of activities and entertainment.
When: Saturday 8 December, 2018
Where: 14 Youngs Crossing Road, Bray Park
Time: 4.00pm – 8.15pm
The schedule includes a petting zoo, jumping castles, sausage sizzle, face painting and photo booth (ALL FREE). As well as market stalls. For more information click here.
Carols on the Oval | Belmont
Carols on the Oval is back for another exciting year! Book it in your diary now.
When: Sunday 9 December, 2018
Where: Belmont State School Oval, 1275 Old Cleveland Rd, Belmont.
Time: 4.00pm – 7:00pm then carols until 8:00pm with fireworks at 8:15pm
Free rides, Christmas markets and food. For further information, click here.
Scarborough Christmas Carols
Celebrate the festive season at Scarborough Beach Park, Landsborough Avenue, on Sunday 9th December 2018 and sing-along to your favourite Christmas songs from 3pm – 8pm at the Scarborough Christmas Carols. The kids will fall in love with the Santa’s Village.
When: Sunday 9 December, 2018
Where: Scarborough Beach Park, Landsborough Avenue
Time: 3.00pm – 8.00pm (Fireworks finale!)
Catch all the action from around Scarborough Park with roving Christmas performers, twilight markets, and free Christmas activities and workshops. Finish the night with fireworks! You can find out more here.
Community Christmas Party | Taigum
Head along to the biggest Christmas party! We’ve got FREE rides, Santa, cupcake decorating, fairy floss, animals to pat and heaps more. After the party, sit back and join in for Carols on the lawn at 7:15pm.
When: Sunday 9 December, 2018
Where: Salvation Army North Brisbane Church
Time: 4 – 8.30pm
Narangba Community Carols
The Lions Club of Narangba is proud to present the annual Narangba Community Carols at the Narangba Community Centre. Face painting, jumping castle, food and entertainment. A special visitor may even make an appearance before Fireworks at 7:45pm
When: Sunday 9 December, 2018
Where: Narangba Community Hall
Time: 4 – 8pm
Carols by Candlelight | Ashgrove
When: Saturday 15 December 2018
Where: Dorrington Park, Ashgrove
Time: 5.00 – 8.00pm
Great free family enjoyment at Dorrington Park, Mirrabooka Road, Ashgrove, Saturday, 9 December, 2017, with Jazz entertainment from the Rocus Band from 4.45pm. Santa pays a visit around 6.00pm. We have more information here.
2018 IGA Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols
When: Saturday 8 December, 2018
Where: Brisbane River Stage, Gardens Point
Time: 4.00pm – 9.15pm
The Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols has long been Brisbane’s favourite Christmas event. Held centrally in the city and supported by the Brisbane City Council, it draws notable Australian performers. Click here for more information.
Mango Hill Christmas Carols
It’s that time of year again! Help the Mango Hill community prepare for Santa’s arrival by joining in the family-friendly festive fun at the annual Mango Hill Christmas Carols on 15th December.
- 4PM Family picnic games
- FREE Giant slide and jumping castle for kids
- A baby animal farm
- Live Christmas carol performances and stage entertainment from 5:30pm
- Mouth-watering food vendor tents
- Santa arrives at 5:15pm
- All topped off with an impressive fireworks extravaganza at 8:30pm to bring the night to a colourful close.
When: Saturday 15 December 2018
Where: Danzy Buchaannon Park
Time: 4.00 – 8.30pm
We have more information here.
City of Logan Christmas Carols | Meadowbrook
Celebrate Christmas at the City of Logan Christmas Carols. Take the family and enjoy entertainment from former Australian Idol winner Stan Walker, the Grinch Children’s Show and community choirs. There will be food trucks and rides, plus you can grab a free photo with Santa and make sure you stick around for the fireworks at the end of the show.
When: Saturday 15 December 2018
Where: Griffith University Logan Campus
Time: 4.30pm – 9.30pm
We have more information here.
Carols by Twilight
Settle in by the gently-lapping Brisbane River while cherub-lipped musicians warble sweet melodies from Christmas carol classics, as the sun goes down. There’ll be Cigany Weaver, SCAT and the Queensland Show Choir to name just a few. All sessions are free to watch.
The soft, green lawn is also perfect for enjoying an in-show picnic, or some take-away goods from the surrounding River Quay restaurants. If you’re over 18 years of age, the area is licensed should you wish to bring a bottle of wine to enjoy with your meal.
When: Friday 14 – Sunday 23 December , 2018
Where: River Quay
Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm
For more information click here.
Pine Rivers Christmas Carols
Pine Rivers Park Christmas Carols brings families all the joyful entertainment with an extra sprinkling of Christmas magic on Sunday, 16th December.
When: Sunday 16 December, 2018
Where: Pine Rivers Park, 125 Gympie Road, Strathpine
Time: 3.00pm – 8.00pm (fireworks at 7.45pm!)
Bracken Ridge Christmas Carols
Warm up those voices and get your Santa hats out of storage because the Bracken Ridge Christmas Carols is on again.
When: Sunday 16 December, 2018
Where: Norris Road State School Oval
Time: 4.30pm – 8.30pm
There’ll be dozens of market stalls and food vans for you to enjoy. Make sure you bring a few chairs and a picnic rug for when the carols start at 7pm. It’s a great show this year with plenty of singing, dancing, fireworks and Santa might even drop by. For more information click here.
Spirit of Christmas | South Bank
The halls will be decked, the stockings hung. December 2018 welcomes back Spirit of Christmas, with all our favourite carols to be sung. Presented in the grandeur of QPAC’s Concert Hall, Spirit of Christmas has become a cherished annual tradition at QPAC. So gather your friends and family and join us for this magnificent celebration, including traditional carols the whole family can join in and sing.
When: Friday 21 and Saturday 22 December 2018
Where: QPAC
Time: From 7.30pm
For more information click here.
Christmas Carnival | Sandstone Point
Tis’ the season to be jolly, celebrate the holidays at the Christmas Carnival! The family fun day will get you feeling festive! Join them for fireworks, Christmas carols, markets, kids rides, entertainment, food stalls and of course a visit from Santa!
When: Saturday 22 December 2018
Where: Sandstone Point Hotel
Time: 12pm until late
Click here for more information.
Joy to the World Christmas at the Shed | Burpengary
Free Community Christmas Carols at The Shed Australia! Plus Petting Zoo, Jumping Castle, Pony Rides & Face Painting for the kids from 4:00pm Markets & Food Stalls from 4pm.
Head along to a great night out with the family…Live entertainment and even a visit from Santa!
When: Saturday 22 December 2018
Where: The Shed
Time: From 4.00pm
We have some more information here.
Rotary Light up Carols Under the Stars
When: Sunday, December 3, 2017, 5:30 – 7:30pm EAST
Location: New Farm Park Rotunda
Rotary Club New Farm & Cr Vicki Howard
Event type: Christmas
Description:Community Christmas Carols & Santa on stage with QLd Show Choir Francesca De Valence and our compere Victoria Carthew from Channel 7. Please join us for Food and Fun Christmas Candles Glow sticks and cards.
New Farm Rotary Club is hosting christmas carols in New Farm Park on Dec 4 at 5.30pm
Birkdale Baptist Church.
11 December
Family Fun from 4.30pm
Carols from 6.30pm
Narangba Lions Christmas Carols are on the 4th December from 4pm.
Living in England, carol singer used to come to our door singing for coins or mince pies, but I haven’t seen that happen in Australia. I love the big carol events in Australia though, and at least it’s warm enough for them to be hosted outside! 🙂
Love this article. Christmas is my favourite time of year. Can’t wait to attend some of these events.