Eumundi Voice - Issue 107, 28 November 2024

CHRISTMAS MARKETS AND EVENTS

Eumundi Christmas Night Market

Shop locally at the Eumundi Christmas Night Market on 6 December from 4-8pm. Be there when Santa and his elf offsider arrive at 5pm. Enjoy food from all corners of the globe, artisan stalls, music, stilt walkers, free face-painting, aerial and circus workshops and carollers, making this festive night one to remember. Visit: facebook.com/share/18Acw1HegJ.

Christmas in Cooroy

Ready to see Santas race up Maple Street once again? Come along to the Christmas in Cooroy celebrations on 13 December from 4-9pm. This year will be the event’s 20th anniversary, which continues to be as popular as ever. Back due to popular demand, the float parade returns with the theme Festive Flicks. See if you can

identify your favourite holiday movie. There will be loads of entertainment for young and old. Local businesses will open for some late-night shopping, the Butter Factory will hold its Christmas market, and the decorated bike competition will allow kids to show off their creative skills. Don’t forget to have your photo taken with Santa. Visit: christmasincooroy.com.au.

Butter Factory Christmas Market

The much-loved annual Christmas Market at the Cooroy Butter Factory returns as part of the Christmas in Cooroy celebrations on 13 December. Offering 20 stalls of artisan and handcrafted wares, a food truck, and the famed pottery throw down, there’s plenty to entertain. The gallery’s artisan store will be open all evening. Visit: butterfactoryartscentre.com.au.

Christmas Concert

Sacred Heart mantra artists Penny and Jethro Williams will hold their annual Christmas concert on 14 December at the Eumundi School of Arts from 7-9pm. Doors open at 5.30pm and you are invited to arrive early to enjoy curry and rice or chai tea and cake. Tickets: sacredearthmusic. com.

Santa at RSL

From 1 December Santa will be visiting the RSL Cooroy. Say hello, tell him your Christmas wishes and take a photo! Throughout December he will visit every Friday from 5-7pm, Saturday from 2.30-4pm and Sunday from 5-6.30pm. Outside those times a Santa statue and chair are available to take photos during club opening hours.

The RSL even has a Santa’s letterbox so you can mail your Christmas wish list to Santa at the North Pole!

Noosa Junction Santa Street Party

Arcadia St in Noosa Junction comes alive from 5pm on 6 December with the Noosa Junction Santa Street Party. Local products and services will be on show with lots to browse in search of the perfect Christmas gift. Visit: FB Visit Noosa Junction.

Connecting Noosa Christmas Convoy

Now in its 4th year, the Connecting Noosa Christmas Convoy takes to Noosa Shire roads again from 9-12 December. Made up of emergency services vehicles, their personnel and volunteers, this is their opportunity to connect with the community. This year, surf lifesavers will participate for the first time.

The convoy will stop at various parks along the way, giving everyone a chance to inspect the vehicles and talk to emergency services workers.

The convoy starts at Peregian Beach and other eastern beaches on 9 December, then Boreen Point on 10 December, the hinterland towns on 11 December and Tewantin and Noosaville on 12 December. Find the routes at Noosa.qld.gov.au.

Yandina’s Christmas Art & Design Market

Yandina’s Christmas Art & Design Market is on 30 November from 8am1pm. Organised by The Stevens St Gallery in conjunction with other local businesses, this is a great opportunity to find works by local artists, makers and designers or that special gift for Christmas. Visit: stevensstreetgallery.com.au.

Pomona Christmas Fair

Last year’s Pomona Christmas Fair was such a success, the Pomona and District Chamber of Commerce is kicking off a second fair on 6 December from 4-8pm.

The centre of town will be alive with pop-up stalls and local stores inviting people to celebrate the festive season whilst shopping locally. There will be live music, face painting and food, including a Lions Club BBQ at the Pomona Community House. Don’t miss Santa’s arrival at 6.30pm. Visit: pomonadistrictchamber.com.au.

Kandanga Community Christmas

Looking for an outing in the Mary Valley and a chance to see Santa? Head along to the Kandanga Community Christmas Celebration on 30 November at the Kandanga Creek Community Hall from 5pm.

Nibbles and meats are provided but take a salad or dessert to share. Entry is $10 for adults and $5 per child. Located at 251 Stirling Rd, Kandanga Creek, the Community Hall is a heritage building – formerly the packing shed from neighbouring Amamoor. RSVP by 25 November to Kathy on 0498 342 182 or Donna on 0474 488 929.

Kin Kin Christmas Market

Kin Kin’s Christmas Market on 1 December is another opportunity to shop for handmade and artisanal gifts. Running from 8am-12noon on the oval, music will be provided by Dave Barry. Kids can join in a special Christmas crystal treasure hunt and there’ll be photos with Santa and Katie the Kin Kin Koala. Visit: FB Kin Kin Christmas Market.

Merri Murri Christmas Markets

Looking to shop local, handmade and support First Nations artisans? Come along to GATHAA First Nations Markets for the Merry Murri Xmas Market on 8 December from 8am-12noon at Forest Glen Village, 354 Mons Rd.

With over 20 First Nations stalls, you will find an amazing array of unique gifts including arts, crafts, native botanicals, bush-food products, jewellery, artefacts, organic spirits, homewares, kids’ accessories, apparel and more. Support First Nations entrepreneurs and discover oneof-a-kind treasures that celebrate culture and creativity in every piece.