Christmas Carols in Brisbane | The BEST list for Families 2021
Christmas Carols in Brisbane always guarantee a fun family night out due to the Queensland weather and unrivaled community spirit. So many community groups go above and beyond to spread Christmas cheer each year. The great news is we will see a lot of Christmas Carols in Brisbane events go ahead in 2021!
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.
If you would like to add your Brisbane Christmas carols to our list, please email Molly – Molly@FamiliesMagazine.com.au
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The BEST Christmas Carols in Brisbane
Listed here in date order….
Christmas Carols in Brisbane | November
Sunday 28 November
Caboolture Christmas Carols | Caboolture – CANCELLED
UPDATE: Notice from organisers – It is with a heavy heart that we announce the cancellation of Caboolture Christmas Carols, scheduled for Sunday 28 November. After closely monitoring the weather this week (in addition to the forecasted rain still to come), moisture tests reveal the venue is too wet to proceed. This is a disappointing outcome, but we want to thank all who supported this event and all contractors, performers, and staff involved.
‘Tis the season to be jolly this Christmas in the Moreton Bay Region, so be sure to head along to the Caboolture Christmas Carols. Pack a picnic blanket or chairs and jingle your way down to Centenary Lakes Park in Caboolture on Sunday 28th of November for a truly MAGICAL evening. FREE ENTRY. Find out more here.
- When: Sun 28 Nov
- Where: Centenary Lakes Park
- Time: 4pm-8pm
Christmas Carols in Brisbane | December
Friday 3 December
Jingle all the Bay | Sandgate
There’s so much to do at Jingle All the Bay, an event that transforms Sandgate Town Centre into a heap of FREE festive fun each year. Families will love the iconic Christmas street parade, hundreds of markets, Santa Claus photo opportunity, delicious food stalls, stages of entertainment, kids workshops plus amusements including a train ride and animal farm.
- When: Fri 3 Dec 2021
- Where: Einbunpin Lagoon Park
- Time: 6pm-9pm
Sherwood Community Carols | Sherwood
The Sherwood Community Carols will showcase music by Kate Street Big Band, stalls by local community groups selling Christmas gifts and goodies, as well as entertainment by FireFly Entertainers and more! Of course, no community carols event should go without the must-have photo opportunity with Santa. Sing a few carols, take a photo with Santa on his sleigh and be merry at this Christmas Carols in Brisbane event. Find out more here.
- When: Sat 4 Dec 2021
- Where: Sherwood Arboretum
- Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm
Christmas in the Park | Calamvale
Christmas in the Park is a community event to bring people together to celebrate Christmas. Activities will include food and craft stalls, Carol singers, musical groups, photo booths, children’s gifts and a visit from Santa! Calamvale District Park. Find out more here.
- When: Sat 4 Dec 2021
- Where: Calamvale District Park
- Time: 4pm-7pm
Bardon Community Carols | Bardon
Here’s yet another great Christmas Carols in Brisbane event! Bring your own picnic blanket and head along to this community carols event with Christmas choir and Santa! Enjoy the Rotary sausage sizzle and refreshments available for purchase. Find out more here.
- When: Sat 4 Dec 2021
- Where: Brisbane Botanic Gardens
- Time: 4pm-6pm
The Hills Community Carols | Ferny Hills
Organisers are excited that The Hills Community Carols will be back to meeting in person at George Willmore Park in 2021. Treat yo’elf to an amazing afternoon of entertainment, rides, food stalls, face painting, fireworks and a visit from Santa. Bring the family, meet up with friends, pack a rug or a chair, and enjoy some festive cheer. Get more details here.
- When: Sat 4 Dec 2021
- Where: George Willmore Park
- Time: 4pm-8:15pm
Sunday 5 December
Kenmore Community Carols
Still on the hunt for Christmas Carols in Brisbane? Enjoy singing your favourite Christmas carols with local singers and choirs as you celebrate the true spirit of Christmas, reflecting on the reason for the season. There will be food and drinks available, including an ice cream and coffee van. The musical line-up features local singing star David Kidd and the Viva la Musica Voices directed by Rhonda Davidson-Irwin. This is a FREE family event for all ages with surprises in store! Find out more here.
- When: Sun 5 Dec 2021
- Where: Kenmore South State School
- Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Friday 10 December
Carols in the Reservoir | Spring Hill
Be six metres underground, in a 150-year-old water reservoir, in Brisbane’s CBD, in Summer as the snow falls for your Christmas breakup at Carols in the Reservoir! What could be more mystical about Christmas than celebrating in the Spring Hill Reservoir, being serenaded by world-class performers singing traditional Christmas favourites with Carols in the Reservoir.
- When: Fri 10 – Wed 22 December
- Where: Spring Hill Reservoir
Jimboomba Christmas Brigade | Jimboomba
Dress up the kids in Christmas theme and head down to Rotary Park from 5pm for Christmas carols, face painting, activities, The Grinch playing on the big outdoor screen, local food trucks, and meet Santa with the Jimboomba Rural Fire Brigade. Bookings required for this FREE community event. Get the details here.
- When: Fri 10 Dec 2021
- Where: Rotary Park
- Time: 5pm-8:30pm
Saturday 11 December
The Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols | Brisbane
Enjoy cherished Christmas carols and festive favourites performed live by Brisbane’s best entertainers when they take to the Riverstage on Saturday December 11 from 4pm. Tickets are available via Brisbane City Council for $5, and the show will be broadcast on Channel 9 on December 19. Bookings required. Find out more here.
- When: Sat 11 Dec 2021
- Where: Riverstage
- Time: 4pm-9pm
City of Logan Christmas Carols | Meadowbrook
Get into the Christmas spirit and head down to Griffith University Logan campus for the city’s biggest Christmas event. This FREE, family-friendly event will have you singing along to all your favourite Christmas carols, enjoying rides and indulging in the fantastic variety of delicious foods available. You can even get a free photo with Santa! See our events calendar for more information.
- When: Sat 11 Dec 2021
- Where: Griffith University Logan Campus
- Time: 3pm-8pm
Flagstone Twilight Markets & Community Carols | Flagstone
Flagstone Twilight Markets will return in collaboration with a carol event on Saturday 11 December 2020. Browse the boutique and handmade market stallholders to find great gift ideas just in time for Christmas. Delicious food trucks will be at the event to fill hungry tummies and Santa will be making a visit too! Enjoy the magical Christmas spirit as you listen and sing-a-long to your favourite Christmas carols.
- When: Saturday 11 December
- Where: Flagstone State School
- Time: 5pm-8:30pm
North Harbour Christmas Carols | Morayfield
At the Christmas Markets at Bite Markets, get all your Christmas shopping done whilst supporting local businesses. With a large variety of craft and artisan stalls, in addition to the regular line-up of tasty food and drink vendors, it’s guaranteed to be a fun weekend out with the whole family.
Adding to the tree-mendous Christmas fun is the special North Harbour Christmas Carols spectacular, featuring performances by Opera Queensland and Choirs from Carmichael College and The Lakes College, at 5:30pm and 7:30pm on Saturday, 27 November.
- When: Saturday 11 December
- Where: Carmichael College and The Lakes College
- Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Sunday 12 December
Christmas Carnival | Sandstone Point
If you love the holiday season deerly, it would be rude-olph to miss this! Enjoy plenty of festivities for the whole family. From 2pm-8pm, find that perfect gift at the Christmas markets or have a tree-mendous time enjoying the food stalls, fireworks, live music, kids rides, entertainment and of course a visit from Santa. Get ready for your favourite Christmas carols and rockin’ around the Christmas tree. Bookings required. Get your tickets here.
- When: Sun 12 Dec
- Where: Sandstone Point Hotel
- Time: 2pm-8pm
Redcliffe Christmas Carols | Kippa-Ring
Take a drive out from the river city to see some of the best Christmas Carols in Brisbane. The signature giant snow globes will be back in 2021, providing the perfect white Christmas photo opportunity. Santa’s Village will feature Christmas-themed roving entertainment, kids’ workshops, free face-painting and more! Don’t forget to bring your best vocals with lots of family-friendly entertainment on offer! Redcliffe Christmas Carols details here.
- When: Sun 12 Dec
- Where: Moreton Daily Stadium
- Time: 4pm-8pm
Sunday 19 December
Pine Rivers Christmas Carols | Strathpine
Pack a picnic blanket or chairs and jingle your way down to Pine Rivers Park in Strathpine for a truly magical evening. Take a stroll under festoon lighting and enjoy local crafts, jewellery, handmade goods, toys and more. Santa’s village will be making a return and the evening will conclude with an awe-inspiring fireworks display. More details here.
- When: Sun 19 Dec
- Where: Pine Rivers Park
- Time: 4pm-8pm
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These are last year’s dates … what’s happening this year (2021)? I am interested in the New Farm Park event on Sunday, 5th December please
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.