Celebrate the Festive Season IN True Noosa Style!
As we free-fall into the festive season, celebrate by INdulging in true Noosa style with a coastal Christmas banquet, laidback lunch or beachside New Year’s Eve! Our INspiring Festive Guide has all the luxe events happening IN and around Noosa that will have you singing Christmas carols all the way to the final countdown…
CHRISTMAS IN NOOSA
Celebrate Christmas Day in style with a decadent four-course sharing-style lunch at Noosa Beach House Restaurant! Head Chef Nick Blake has curated a festive menu that brings together the finest seasonal ingredients, creating a magnificent dining experience in the heart of Noosa. With Noosa Beach House Restaurant awarded a Chef Hat for the second consecutive year, you and your loved ones are in good hands, so relax in Noosa’s chic, elegant and ambient atmosphere as you INdulge in gourmet dishes designed for sharing, ensuring a memorable celebration with family and friends. Choose from two sittings – lunch or dinner!
LUNCH: 12:30pm – 3:30pm | $299.00 per adult | $65.00 per child (up to 12 years) | includes four-course family sharing style menu
DINNER: 6:00pm – 9:00pm | $140.00 per adult | $65.00 per child (up to 12 years) | includes three-course choice menu
Plus celebrate the lead-up to Christmas and New Year with The Glitz or The Glamour packages!
Whether it’s a gathering for your team, family, or closest friends, Noosa Beach House has crafted two spectacular packages to celebrate in the most remarkable way! The Glitz Package is lively, loud and its execution is limitless – imagine celebrating under the stars with poolside Cabanas + your very own DJ & a curated menu designed by Head Chef Nick Blake from Noosa Beach House Restaurant. The Glamour Package offers the perfect balance between intimacy and festivity, with a hint of the unexpected – indulge in an intimate three-course lunch or a memorable dinner complemented by three hours of free-flowing beverages. To book your celebration, call the Events Team on 5449 4888 or email the Director of Sales, Claire Greenhalgh.
Make it an Italian Christmas Day this year with a festive feast at Lucio’s Marina! Choose from an early lunch sitting or late lunch and enjoy the 10pm fireworks show!
WHEN: Choose from sittings at 11.30am & 2.30pm (3-hour sitting)
TICKETS: Adults $250pp | Children $95pp includes 5-course sharing feast menu
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NOTE: kids menus are geared more towards younger children, but available for anyone under 18. If you have an older teen it might be a better experience for them to join in the feast menu, so please select accordingly when booking.
Known for its relaxed ambiance, lunch at Park & Cove at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas is the perfect way to spend a memorable Christmas Day in Noosa. Delight in a delectable selection of shared Christmas favourites, including a seafood banquet, live carvery station, cheese platter, Christmas pavlova and more! Enjoy a beverage package with a fine selection of house wines, local beers and soft drinks. Why not book a few nights’ accommodation too, so you can roll back to your room with a belly to rival Santa’s!
WHEN: 12pm or 12.30pm seatings available
TICKETS: Adults: $249 | Child (14-17 years): $189, (4-13 years): $109 | Infants (0-3 years): free
NOTE: Accor Plus Member discount available. Refer Accor Plus offer site for further information.
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This Christmas Day, sit back and soak up the absolute waterfront views + precious family time with a festive 4-course a la carte choice menu or seafood experience at Noosa Boathouse! Book by 1 November to receive early-bird 2023 pricing, see you at the Boaty!
WHEN: Choose from sittings at 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm & 12:30pm
4-COURSE: Adults: $329pp | Kids: 2-17yrs: $199pp | includes 4-course lunch + 3-hour premium beverage package with prosecco, red & white wine, beer, soft drinks, juice, still & sparkling water.
WHEN: Choose from sittings at 11:30am, 12pm & 12:30pm
SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE: Adults: $329pp, Children 2 – 17 year old: $259pp includes unlimited fresh seafood starters, hot feast style mains, dessert and cheeses + 3-hour premium beverage package – prosecco, red & white wine, beer, soft drink, juice, still & sparkling water.
NOTE: Kids 2 – 12yrs can choose from either Kids Menu or 4-course Christmas Menu
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Tuck into Christmas Day lunch in the stunning surrounds of Noosa Springs where a shared festive feast beckons to be devoured! Delight in slow-cooked lamb, Queensland seafood, Pomona honey glazed leg ham, cured meats + Woombye and Kenilworth cheeses, roasted root vegetables, Yuzu curd tartlets, pav and more!
WHEN: 11.30am to 2.30pm
TICKETS: Adults $249pp | Members $235pp | Teenagers (13-17) $179pp | Children (3-12) $99 + small gift | Children 2 & under free | price includes 3-hour beverage package
BOOK: phone the Events Team on 5440 3333
Get ready to jingle & mingle at Santa Sunday on Sunday 15 December at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club! For an unforgettable fusion of exhilaration, elegance and festive cheer, gather your tribe and discover the abundance of trackside delights, refreshing sips, tasty eats and your chance to cheer-on and relish in the live thrill of thoroughbred racing!
WHEN: Sunday 15 December gates open @ 11.30am
TICKETS: From $15 General Admission | $25 Member’s Guest | $95 Member’s Enclosure Pass | Children (under 18) free
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Give the shops and crazy crowds a miss this year, and head trackside to the coast’s favourite race track this Boxing Day Races! Carry on your Christmas cheer with a prime position or settle in for the day on the Front Lawn!
WHEN: Thursday, 26 December gates open @ 11.30am
TICKETS: From $12 General Admission | $25 Member’s Guest | $95 Member’s Enclosure Pass | Children (under 18) free
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Gather your friends, family, or co-workers and enjoy a magical dining experience at the Dining on the Deck restaurant at Secrets on the Lake! Choose from their Christmas Group Package Menu, with 2-course or 3-course options (minimum 10) perfect for festive gatherings, or their Christmas à la carte menu, designed to delight every taste! Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
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SAILS
Get merry with the family with stunning views over Laguna Bay with Christmas Day lunch at Sails! With all the trimmings set for a fine dining experience, Chef Paul Leete has created a special degustation menu that features local produce in a celebration of Christmas in the Australian summer + carefully paired wines from around the globe.
WHEN: 10.30am to 1.30pm sitting
TICKETS: Adults $350pp (includes 5-course degustation menu with matching wines) | Children + under 18 $175
NOTE: Children’s menu available for younger kids is a 5-course degustation menu with special mocktail menu
MISS MONEYPENNY’S
WHEN: Choose from two sittings at 11.30am or 2.30pm
TICKETS: Adults $199pp | Children under 12 $99pp includes 4-course banquet
HO HO HO! CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY EVENTS
YANDINA CHRISTMAS ART & DESIGN MARKET
The Christmas Art & Design Market is back again this year at Stevens Street, Yandina! With a curated line-up of the best local artists, makers, and designers, save the date in your calendar for this pre-Christmas shopping event that’s all about supporting local business, local artists & designers and buying handmade this Christmas! Choose from art, ceramics, jewellery, fashion, handmade wares , workshops, food, live music and much more! Or is a Christmas crafternoon more your thing? Why not book in for a Christmas Wreath Workshop and get thrifty. Plus, all your favourite Stevens Street Boutiques, cafes, and restaurants will be open, making it the perfect day to explore the charming, historic town of Yandina. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, head along and connect with the creative spirit that thrives!
WHEN: Saturday 30 November from 8am to 1pm
For the full program of events, visit www.stevensstreetgallery.com.au
It’s time to get into the festive spirit, and Santa and his helpers are hitting the streets of Noosa as part of the 2024 Connecting Noosa Christmas Convoy! The festive convoy is in collaboration with the local Emergency Services and partners, and you can follow Santa and his helpers through different parts of the region.
WHEN: from late afternoon on Monday 9 December to Thursday 12 December.
WHERE: various locations across the region – see maps / locations below:
Monday 9 December
Peregian, Castaways, Marcus, Sunrise, Sunshine Beach, Noosa Junction & through Hastings Street.
Starts from Peregian Beach Surf Club at 4pm.
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Tuesday, 10 December
Boreen Point, Cooroibah & Noosa Banks.
Starts from Boreen Point Pub at 4pm.
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Wednesday, 11 December
Kin Kin, Cooran, Pomona & Cooroy
Starts from Kin Kin School at 3.15pm and finishing at Your Mates Bowls Club.
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Come along, support local artisans and cross some presents off your Christmas list! Grab a coffee and enjoy a sweet treat in the sunny courtyard area whilst listening to Christmas Carols. Bluecare Chef, Adam, will be making mini Christmas cakes to eat in or take away!
WHERE: TICKETS: FREE
PEREGIAN BEACH CHRISTMAS CAROLS IN THE PARK
Celebrating 60 years! The annual Peregian Beach Christmas Carols in the park is a sing-along event with food trucks, a bouncy castle and of course the big guy himself, Santa Claus! Free shuttle buses will be provided. Head to the Noosa Council Website for more info.
Celebrate the festive season with joy at the Reed & Co. Estate Agents annual Carol Cruise! Teaming up once again with the iconic Noosa Ferry, Oriana Choir, AV Partners & Sunshine Coast Youth Choir, this event promises an unforgettable evening for locals and visitors alike. Get your boat ready to follow the Noosa Ferry, M.V. Miss Tewantin, along the Noosa River, or set up with your family and friends at one of the four stops along the riverbank and celebrate the festive season together!
WHEN: Saturday 14 December from 4.30pm
WHERE: Along the Noosa River
Enjoy a delightful mix of sweet, slow and dreamy melodies to move your heart, mixed with vigorous and stimulating pieces to get your pulses racing at the annual Noosa Chorale Christmas Chorale! Sing along to traditional favourites and embrace the warm essence of Noosa’s favourite choir bringing harmony and happiness with a touch of harp at this year’s concert!
WHEN: Friday 13 December at 7pm & Saturday 14 December at 2pm
WHERE: The J Theatre, Noosa: The J Theatre, Noosa
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Christmas in Cooroy is back with a host of exciting attractions, including an animal farm, climbing wall, boxing ring and interactive activities for all ages! See Santa and capture the moment in a fun on-site photo booth + plenty of carols to enjoy! Catch the float parade, with this year’s theme “Festive Flicks” inspired by your favourite holiday movies that bring the magic of Christmas to life! Food stalls and shopping will be aplenty with many of the local shops are open throughout the evening too!
WHEN: Friday 13 December from 5:30pm
WHERE: Maple Street, Cooroy
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Looking for the ultimate local gifts that will have you decking the halls these holidays? Noosa is all about style and sophistication, so where else would you head for the perfect Christmas Day or NYE outfit than to the locals with all the fashionable threads! Beau Gentry has the blokes covered, while Bohemian Sundays is your go-to for that perfect boho free-flowing festive frock. Maybe classic and elegant is more your style? Wacker Clothing Company at Little Cove Collective has all the light linens and timeless prints to have you singing Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! For all you slow fashionistas out there, head to Ella & Sunday or Soul Song, or if edgy and bright is more your thing, It’s a FAD by Sara Leonardi, Eliza’s Boutique and Lady Bird know all things comfort and style. Looking to sparkle this New Year’s Eve? Get your razzle and dazzle on at Leskes, Euphony Designs and Poeta, or for the perfect statement handbag or accessory, Appetite for Decoration and Eclectic Style have all the funky pieces to make you stand out like a star on a Christmas tree! Maybe some new kicks to match your new outfit? No worries, Footmotion know feet well and how to keep them comfortable during those balmy summer days and nights!
Why not spoil the chocoholics in your life with some handmade chocolates from the Noosa Chocolate Factory or indulge in a taste of locally bottled sunshine with a festive tipple from Sunshine & Sons or a gift voucher for a Cocktail Masterclass experience! Who wouldn’t love a monthly or annual class pass from Studio Pilates to get you looking lean heading into Summer! Perhaps a Hummble cacao subscription might be at the top of your wishlist, or some new indoor plants from Manawee Garden Centre to spruce up your alfresco space! Looking for a piece of art that’s a little out of the ordinary? Head to Noosa Art Gallery for that perfect piece or local artist Dinah Wakefield may be more your style! For the ultimate and intimate Noosa River experience, grab a gift voucher from Kingfisher Safari Co and explore in style with a ride in their Mancraft Pontoon! Why not transform your exterior spaces into havens of comfort and style this Australian Summer with some new blinds or awnings from Living in Shade. Make your business simple in 2025 by making the switch to SumUp for all your transactional needs, and to fast-track your business! For all your last minute holiday essentials + Secret Santa gifts, and to visit Santa in person for that special Christmas pic, head to Noosa Civic!
SPOIL YOUR NEAREST & DEAREST WITH A NOOSA PAMPER SESH OR GIFT VOUCHER FOR YOUR FAVE!
Buying for someone who has everything or might be in need of a little pre-Christmas/NYE pampering to look and feel their best heading int0 2025?! Grab a gift voucher to TH7 Noosa and sweat out those unwanted toxins before a big day of bubbles! Put Adrian and his team in charge of taming your mane at Adrian J Hairdressing, while Angie from About Faces Noosa has you covered for all things glowing holiday skin! Let Bianca from Cosmedic Lab help you put your best face forward, or treat yourself (or grab a gift voucher for your faves) to an all-day luxury Balinese escape with Katrina at ikatan Spa! Enjoy a calming couples massage from Jo at NuYou Natural Beauty Day Spa, or why not treat your feet to a foot soak with some luxe essentials from the Alsahwa Farm Shop or INdulge in Christmas Spa Special at Noosa Springs Spa & Golf Resort before a summer of togs, tan lines and sun-kissed skin!
LET THE COUNTDOWN TO 2025 BEGIN!
Get set for the biggest night of the year at the Sunshine Beach Surfie’s New Year’s Eve Beach Party! Enjoy live entertainment from Ultra Violet and a 10pm fireworks show + complimentary bubbles at midnight! Cheers to that!
WHEN: Tuesday 31 December from 5pm
WHERE: Duke Street, Sunshine Beach
TICKETS: FREE
Say goodbye to 2024 and HELLO to 2025 with an Italian NYE dinner at the award-winning Bella Venezia! Enjoy a set 4-course menu + French champagne in stunning surrounds of Mooloolaba, while in the comfort and luxury of the coast’s most authentic Italian restaurant!
WHEN: Choose from an early/late sitting – check website for times
TICKETS: Prices TBC, check website for more details
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The early-bird sitting New Years Eve dinner is a fantastic way to enjoy an early 3-course dinner OR 4-course dinner + drinks + fireworks with family + friends at Noosa Boat House’s stunning waterfront location!
WHEN: Strictly 2-hour sittings at 5pm, 5.15pm, 5.30pm, 5.45pm & 6pm
TICKETS: Adults: $134pp | Kids $59pp (12 & under) + a glass of Moët Champagne on arrival
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WHEN: Strictly 2-hour sittings at 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 7:45pm, 8pm & 8:15pm
TICKETS: Adults $199pp | 4-course dinner + 2hr free-flow premium beverage package (bubbles, beer & wine) + 9pm fireworks
NOTE: No kids pricing in this sitting, but they are welcome to book
RICKY’S RIVER BAR & RESTAURANT
Make New Year’s Eve an exquisite experience filled with festive flavour & joy at Ricky’s River Bar & Restaurant, complete with a spectacular Ricky’s fireworks display that will light up the sky at 10pm before catching the ferry home!
WHEN: Lunch 12pm – 4pm (strictly 2-hour sitting)
TICKETS: Enjoy a regular à la carte dining + drinks menu
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WHEN: Early evening sitting from 4pm to 6.45pm (strictly 2-hour sitting)
TICKETS: $170pp includes 4-course à la carte menu (your choice of 3 entrees, 3 mains & 3 desserts) + a snack on arrival
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WHEN: Late evening sitting from 7pm (no time limit!)
TICKETS: $220pp includes 4-course à la carte menu (your choice of 3 entrees, 3 mains & 3 desserts) + a snack on arrival | Children $60pp | Teens $75pp includes snack + main + dessert. BOOK ONLINE!
TICKETS: Adults $125pp (early sittings) | Adults $220pp (late sitting) includes 5-course set menu + glass of Bollinger Special Cuvée
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What better way to celebrate the first day of 2025, then with a superb day out at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club! Celebrate in style in the Member’s Lounge or relax on the Front Lawn with a bottle of bubbles + your tribe!
WHEN: Wednesday, 1 January
TICKETS: From $12 General Admission | $25 Member’s Guest | $95 Member’s Enclosure Pass | Children (under 18) free
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NOOSA WATERFRONT RESTAURANT & BAR
Say goodbye 2024 and hello 2025 at a bespoke New Year’s Eve celebration at Noosa Waterfront Restaurant! Choose from an early feast or a late-night INdulgence, with sunset views over the Noosa River you’ll be ringing in the New Year in true Noosa style!
WHEN: Early sitting – strictly 2-hours at 5pm, 5:30pm & 6pm
TICKETS: Adults $165pp | Children $60pp (under 12) includes 4-course à la carte menu + a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne on arrival
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WHEN: Late sitting (no time restrictions celebrate until the clock strikes midnight!) at 7pm, 8pm, 8:30pm & 9pm
TICKETS: Adults $195pp includes 4-course à la carte menu + a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne on arrival
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BOARDWALK BISTRO & BAR
Enjoy Boardwalk Bistro and Bar’s famous a la Carte menu + bespoke beverages under the balmy Noosa skies this New Year’s Eve!
WHEN: Choose from sittings at 4.30pm, 6.45pm & 9pm (strictly 2-hour sittings)
TICKETS: A la carte menu + full beverage list available
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HOLIDAY HOT SPOTS
For a memorable end to 2024 without all the hustle & bustle, head to Locale for a taste of all things local + a side of extravagance! Book online!
For a local taste of Europe, Gusto Noosa have the perfect end of the year lunch or dinner to make you want to book a plane ticket! Pop in for happy-hour or book a table and celebrate in chic Noosa Riverside style!
Muse has you covered for that pre-NYE sundowner where you pull in for a glass but end up staying for a bottle + tasty afternoon tapas!
COPPERHEAD RESTAURANT & BREWERY
Summer is all about the cold brews and Copperhead Brewery & Restaurant’s laidback rustic vibe has the beverages + tasty all-day menu that will have you kicking up your heels come countdown time!
If laidback lunch and family dinners are more your thang, celebrate with the PBH locals, and enjoy an early NYE dinner + sundowner! PBH has you covered for a chill afternoon with cool sea breezes and a menu to to fill that pre-NYE party belly! Or for your very own beachside picnic away from the crowds, drive-thru takeaway is also available! Book your table and takeaway online.
STAYING IN FOR CHRISTMAS OR THE FIREWORKS THIS YEAR?
PROVIDORE ON HASTINGS @ NETANYA
Putting together a gourmet grazing platter to enjoy with some NYE fireworks?! Providore on Hastings has local coffee + gourmet treats + grab n go options at your fingertips to enjoy back in your room overlooking Laguna Bay, or pack a picnic and head to the beach for all the NYE action!
Looking for the best vegan Christmas & NYE treats or hosting a wholesome family gathering with all the healthy and wholesome trimmings? Head in-store to Organika for all the best local and organic produce + unique snacks & gifts for those health-conscious foodies!
Why not pop in for a NYE Mexican Cantina-style feast from Bandita to put some fire in your belly! Choose from all your mexi-faves and you can arriba arriba those fireworks on, or order online for pre-collection and stay in for a front row view!
Get your French on this NYE with some savoury and sweet crepes and galettes from Flo’s Creperie! In the spirit of celebration, why not pop a bottle or two of French sparkling cider as the clock strikes midnight! Pre-order online 48-hours ahead of time.
An Australian Christmas isn’t complete without seafood! Like a true seaside local, create your own seafood feast from Noosa Harbour Fish Market INdulge in oysters, crabs, bugs, cuttlefish, salmon, tuna, sword fish, calamari and more! Phone: 5473 0299 to pre-order ahead of the Christmas rush!
If you’re searching for festive confectionary, cakes and high-tea sweets to complete your Christmas or NYE celebrations, look no further than the Queen of sweets, Fiona’s Fancies! Baked in-house by Fiona and her experienced team of pastry chefs, their collection of specialty cakes, cupcakes, sweet bites and savouries are irresistible. Order catering for your festivities, including Family Picnic Platters, Gourmet Slider Platters, Mixed Savoury Platters, Mini Sweet Platters and Mixed Tart Catering Packs! ORDER NOW!
A Christmas and NYE feast isn’t complete without the pop of champagne or the crack of a craft beer! Explore and choose from a carefully curated selection of the finest wine, beer and spirits from all around the globe at Sunnies, one of three boutique bottleshop locations by Peregian Beach Hotel! VISIT NOW!
