Christmas in Surfers Paradise

However, there are still heaps of other great Christmas events for your family to enjoy including:

• Christmas Carol events across the Gold Coast
• The Gold Coasts best Christmas Lights
• Christmas Markets on the Coast
• Christmas Day Lunch on the Gold Coast

The following events are yet to be confirmed for 2022

Christmas in Surfers Paradise information

What could be a more Australian way to celebrate the holiday season than Christmas in Surfers Paradise? Cavill Mall decked in Christmas lights, with the backdrop of the Gold Coast’s world renowned beaches, everyone in the singlets, shorts, and thongs; it is the perfect Australian Christmas destination.

Beachfront Night Markets

The Beachfront Markets at Surfers Paradise are a must-see if you’re visiting the Gold Coast. The market is on every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday between 4pm-9pm (weather permitting). You can wander through more than 120 market stalls and enjoy live entertainment. You’ll find artworks, jewellery, photographs, clothing, accessories and more. It’s also a great place to find unique Christmas gifts for family and friends.

There will also be a Christmas Twilight Market held on The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise on Saturday 11 December from 4pm-9pm. Find more Gold Christmas Markets here. 

Christmas in Surfers Paradise – 20th December – 24th December

Walking down Cavill Mall in on a warm summer’s evening will be even more spectacular as the area lights up with their annual Christmas display during December. Santa will be in the centre of Cavill Mall in his beach bungalow, prepared for the Gold Coast with his team of Kangaroos pulling his Surf-board style sleigh. Bring the family and your camera for a free photo with Santa and his helpers.

Carols On the Beach – 22nd December

Carols on the Beach at Surfers Paradise is the biggest Christmas Carols event on the Gold Coast. It’s a free, family friendly event that takes place right on the beach. The concert boasts a line up of all Australian performers as well as a visit from Santa and his helpers for the kids. It’s always an amazing, magical night under the stars.

Date: 22nd December

Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm