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Another late night for us, it’s December 2 and I’m struggling for elf ideas already. Please reply with your suggestions!

Jam packed edition of Christmas events this weekend!

We’re going to be taking entries and releasing our Christmas Light list very soon - stay tuned!

In this weeks Round-Up

• Grand Opening at Zarraffa’s Capalaba Park

• A Laid-Back Christmas Picnic You’ll Love

• Sing Along at Community Christmas Carols

Let’s get to it!

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Quick News

Ready to Get Festive? RPAC Has the BEST Events! RPAC has a huge Christmas lineup this month, so they’ve got your festive vibes sorted. Think free carols, a Christmas market for gifts, amazing choir, and even Motown and a pop-up theatre! It all kicks off December 9th. Click here for more info and to snag tickets before they sell out.

IndigiScapes Eco Markets this December The popular IndigiScapes Eco Markets are happening Saturday, December 6th, from 8am to 12pm! They've got heaps of cool eco-friendly activities, artisan stalls for unique gifts, live music, and fun stuff for the family. Think local shopping, upcycled fashion, and native plants. It's a great way to celebrate nature! More info here.

Business Updates

Grand Opening at Zarraffa’s Capalaba Park

A new Zarraffa’s is finally here, and it’s built for your busy mornings. Swing through the dual-lane drive thru, grab your favourite coffee, and say hi to the new crew. They’re open daily, 5am–8pm, and they’re keen to settle in and become part of your daily routine.

Kreative Desserts Is Your Summer Fix

Melt into summer with endless sweet treats at Kreative Desserts. You can grab an açai bowl, a sundae, or try one of their many flavour-packed creations. Perfect for a sunny day in Victoria Point, so swing by 34 Bunker Road and treat yourself to something delicious.

Community Discussions

Help Families This Christmas

Nine local families need a little extra cheer this Christmas. You can donate groceries, gift cards, presents for all ages, or festive items like paper plates and bon bons. Every bit counts, and it’s a simple way to spread some holiday joy in Cleveland, Ormiston, Raby Bay, Thornlands, and beyond. More info here.

Local Events

Steady Eddy Is Back and Funnier Than Ever
Where: Koala Tavern
When:Friday, 5 December 2025, 7:30 pm
You’re in for a wild, hilarious night as Steady Eddy hits the stage at Koala Tavern. Three decades of laughs, cheeky stories, and fearless comedy all in one show. Grab your friends, snag some tickets, and get ready to laugh until it hurts!

Shop for Koalas and Christmas Cheer
Where: 1686 Old Cleveland Rd, Chandler
When: Saturday, 6 December 2025, 8am–2pm
Enjoy a guilt-free Christmas market where every dollar goes to rescuing and caring for koalas. Grab unique gifts, soak in the festive vibe, and support a great cause. No animal contact, just good shopping and a warm heart for wildlife.

A Fun Gingerbread House Class for All Ages
Where: Shop 1/6 Dan St, Capalaba
When: Saturday, 6 Dec · 10AM–12PM
Come and spend two cosy hours to decorate your own gingerbread house, no matter your age or skill level. It’s a fun, hands-on way to kick off the season, and you’ll walk out with something sweet to show off. Just book your spot and come ready to decorate.

Christmas Night Out in the Park
Where: Little Bayside Park, Manly
When: Saturday, 6 Dec · 4–9pm
You get an easy, feel-good Christmas night with lights, Santa, kids’ entertainment, food trucks, and a movie to wrap things up. Bring a rug, grab dinner from the Village or the trucks, settle in early, and enjoy a breezy night by the water with your people.

Twilight Makers Market
Where: Raby Bay Harbour Park, Cleveland
When: Saturday, 6 December 2025, 4pm–8pm
Join a breezy evening by the harbour with Christmas lights, handmade stalls, good food, live music, and a chill coastal vibe. Bring a picnic blanket, grab your market-loving friends, roam the stalls, enjoy the tunes, and treat yourself to something special before the holidays.

Christmas on the Field Is Back
Where: Alexandra Hills Football Club
When: Saturday, 6 Dec 2025 · 5–8PM
If you’re looking for an easy, fun way to kick off Christmas, come hang out on the field and enjoy live carols, food trucks, kids’ activities, Santa, and fireworks—it’s totally free. Bring a rug, bring your people, and enjoy the night.

Christmas Carols at Grace Bible Church
Where: 131 Boundary Road, Thornlands
When: Saturday, 6 Dec 2025 · From 5pm
Drop by and enjoy a relaxed Christmas evening with carols, free sausages, tasty bites, and happy kids running around with activities to keep them busy. It’s the kind of simple, feel-good night your family will enjoy without any fuss. Just show up, grab a seat, and take in the carols.

Holiday Movie Night: Home Alone 2
Where: Little Bayside Park, Cambridge Parade, Manly
When: Saturday, 6 December 2025, 6pm–8pm
You can enjoy a free family movie under the stars with Home Alone 2 at Little Bayside Park. Bring a chair, rug, or cushion, grab some takeaway, and let the kids dance before sunset. Pets are welcome, so settle in for a fun, festive evening.

Cruise Into Christmas Fun
Where: Cleveland Central Shopping Centre
When: Saturday, 6 Dec 2025 · 6pm
You’re getting one last chance to enjoy the 2025 Christmas car show, and it’s a good one. Come check out the rides, grab Sunshine Kebabs, wander the stalls, cheer for trophy winners, and keep an eye out—Santa might swing by. Just vibe, no hooning.

Shoreline Christmas in the Park
Where: Jingeri Park, Redland Bay
When: Saturday, 6 December 2025, 10:30am–2:30pm
Bring your kids for a fun, festive day at Shoreline Christmas in the Park where you can all make baubles, enjoy face painting, park games, colouring, and meet a balloon-twisting elf. You get to snap a magical moment with your pets at Santa Paws Photography and soak up all the holiday vibes. More info.

A Laid-Back Christmas Picnic You’ll Love
Where: 287 Preston Road, Wynnum West
When: Sunday, 7 December, 5pm–8pm
You’re invited to an easy, family-friendly Christmas evening with free face painting, BBQ, live music, kids’ activities, carols, and a fun interactive play your kids can join without rehearsals. Bring your people, grab a spot on the grass, and just enjoy a relaxed festive night out

Gemz By The Bay: Summer Send-Off
Where: Raby Bay Foreshore Park, Cleveland
When: Sunday, 7 December 2025, 9:00 am
Come celebrate the end of 2025 with a chilled summer cruise day at Raby Bay. Bring your Gemini, the family, a chair, and your best smile. Enjoy a fun-friendly show & shine, sausage sizzle, soft drinks, and plenty of laughs by the water.

Music in the Park This Sunday
Where: Porters Paddock Park, Tingalpa
When: Sunday, 7 December 2025, 3pm–6pm
Join a relaxed Sunday by the lake with live music, tasty food trucks, or your own picnic. Bring friends, family, or just yourself, and soak in the vibes at Minnippi Parklands. All ages welcome, and the park is easy to get to and accessibility-friendly.

Sing Along at Community Christmas Carols
Where: Wishart Community Church, Brisbane
When: Saturday, 6 December 2025, 5:00pm (Family activities) | 6:30pm (Carols)
You’re invited to a festive evening of Christmas carols on the church lawn, with jumping castles, face painting, sausage sizzle, and dessert trucks. Bring your family and friends, join in the fun, and sing along under the evening sky to celebrate the joy of the season.

Cleveland Christmas Markets
Where: Bloomfield Street, Cleveland
When: Sunday 14 December 2025
Celebrate Christmas in style at the Cleveland Markets with over 80 stalls, live music, festive food trucks, Santa visits, and family fun. You get to grab unique gifts, soak up the jolly vibes, and enjoy a relaxed day out with friends and family. Don’t miss this festive celebration!

Santa’s Dropping By Early
Where: Cleveland Sands
When: Wednesday, 24th December, 1–3pm
Swing by for a relaxed Christmas Eve hangout with Santa while he pops in to spread a bit of cheer. He’ll be around for photos, laughs, and those cute holiday moments you’ll want to save. Bring your camera and make the afternoon feel extra cosy. More info.

Bayside Christmas Fun You’ll Love
Where: Capalaba Football Club, John Frederick Park
When: Saturday, 13th December, 4pm
Bring your crew and kick off the Christmas fun at Bells in the Bayside! There'll be great food, local market stalls, and festive carols—it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season together under the summer sky.

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀
Where: Craft Brew House, Birkdale
When: Friday, 13 December 2025 (10 spots left!)
Get festive and learn how to mix three stunning Christmas cocktails—hands-on, at your own station. Lunch’s included, laughs are guaranteed, and spots are flying. It’s the ultimate end-of-year hangout for friends or workmates. Book yours before it’s gone!

Local Live Music

Cleveland Sands Hotel, Cleveland
Friday, 5 December 2025, 8:00 pm
Catch the ultimate tribute to Queen and David Bowie live in Cleveland. Killer Queen and The David Bowie Show bring all the hits, iconic costumes, and high-energy performances. Grab your mates, sing along, and relive the classics in an unforgettable 2-hour show. Reserve your seat now!

Koala Tavern, Capalaba
Saturday, 6 December 2025, 8:00 pm
You can catch Sarah McLeod live at Koala Tavern, bringing decades of rock, solo hits, and theatre experience straight to the stage. Grab your friends, enjoy a night of raw talent, fresh tunes, and legendary vibes. Tickets are $44.90, 18+ only—don’t miss it. Book your ticket today.

Grand View Hotel, 49 North Street, Cleveland
Wednesday, December 24 · 3–11pm
The iconic Christmas Eve party is back — live music, cold drinks, and all the festive vibes! Catch Hunter Boswell from 3pm, ANTHEMS Party Band from 7pm, and celebrate the night with your crew. Grab your $10 ticket before it’s gone!

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