The Best Christmas Activities Rockhampton has to offer

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Radiance Luna Light Journey

Carrying on from last year’s amazing success, Radiance Luna Light Journey is returning to the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens. Beginning Friday 29 November until Christmas Eve, the light display features beautiful installations such as laser effects, light sculptures, interactive projections, and holographic displays. Tickets vary in price and can be purchased via the RADIANCE website below. www.radiancerockhampton.com.au

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CBD Christmas Fair

The annual CBD Christmas Fair will be held in Saturday 7 December offering even the Grinches a bit of festive cheer. The fair features free face painting, craft workshops, Santa letter writing, live music and entertainment, an outdoor movie screening of a Christmas classic ‘Elf’ starting at 6pm, Santa photos at Customs House from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. But make sure you don’t miss the lighting of the Christmas Tree at 7:45pm.

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Carols by Candlelight

Carols by Candlelight this year features local performances, and musicians filled with all your favourite Christmas songs and carols, led by Creative Director Amanda Hock. Held at the Pilbean Theatre on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December, with all ticket proceeds going to this years nominated charity. Tickets can be purchased from the Rockhampton Regional Council website with a cost of $12 for adults, and $8 for a child (3-17 years) or concession. 

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Carols around the barrels

Christmas Carols around the Barrels is held annually at the Great Western Hotel on 12 December and welcomes people of all ages (including children). For just $5 enjoy a fun filled night with delicious food, your favourite carols and special guest appearances including Tenori and Santa.  Doors open from 5pm for a Smorgasbord, with the show from David Kidd, Stewart Morris and Andrew Pryor starting at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased from the Great Western Hotel website below. 

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So if you are looking for some entertainment to get you into the holiday spirit, Rockhampton has got tonnes of spectacular events for you to enjoy.

129 William St,
Rockhampton

Mon-Sat: 8am-8pm
Sun: 2pm-8pm (on-call 8-2)

Reception Hours

Mon-Sat: 8am-8pm
Sun: 2pm-8pm (on-call before 2pm)

Rockhampton Location

129 William St,
Rockhampton QLD 4700

25 Rooms

Clean & affordable with Free Wi-Fi & friendly staff