Sat 28 Nov · +1 more dates
HOTA Outdoor Stage and HOTA Parklands · Surfers Paradise
carols on the outdoor stage, picnic rug and all
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City of Gold Coast’s Mayor’s Christmas Carols returns for its 15th year, bringing festive magic to HOTA, Home of the Arts.
Save the date! Enjoy two sparkling nights of live music, family fun, and Christmas cheer.
Ticket release dates and performers will be announced soon!
City of Gold Coast’s Mayor’s Christmas Carols supported by 7NEWS and HOTA, Home of the Arts.
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HOTA Outdoor Stage and HOTA Parklands, Surfers Paradise
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When is Mayor’s Christmas Carols?
Sat 28 Nov 2026, +1 more dates. There are 2 dates to pick from, listed above.
Where is it?
HOTA Outdoor Stage and HOTA Parklands, Surfers Paradise, QLD.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
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How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
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