Christmas with the kids on the Gold Coast: Santa, lights and carols
Friday 20 November to Christmas Day. Queensland public schools break up on Friday 11 December, which is when you'll want a plan for every day. 26 events around the Gold Coast: Santa visits and breakfasts with Santa, Christmas lights, community carols, kids' shows, craft days and a snow machine or two on a 30-degree day. Pick one, then find out which of your mates are keen.
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Updated Sun 15 Nov 2026 · we look for new events every night
Friday 20 November
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Saturday 21 November
Saturday 28 November
Sunday 29 November
Thursday 3 December
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Thursday 10 December
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Friday 18 December
Sunday 20 December
Friday 25 December
On all weekend
171 events from the councils, Humanitix, Fever, Eventbrite, Moshtix and 1 more source, checked overnight.
Going with mates?
Keen shows you which of your mates are free for anything on in Gold Coast, and keeps your saves on your phone.
Gold Coast’s weekend, sorted
The best of it in one email. No app needed.
Your vibes? Pick up to three and the picks lean your way. Skip it and you get the lot.
One email a week. We never share your address.
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