At least 10 things to do this weekend
It’s almost the weekend and between outdoor movies, art exhibitions, festive concerts and christmas wonderlands - there’s something for everyone.
Published: 13 Dec 2024
1) CURL UP UNDER THE STARS: for a twilight movie at Windy Acres Farm’s annual In Bloom celebration, with lavender fields, local markets, and delicious food (Sat).
2) ENJOY A NIGHT AT THE GALLERY: with canapes and champagne for the opening of TNBT 2024 Art Prize Winner, Chantelle Stewart’s Reimagined Youth (Fri).
3) CELEBRATE WITH ELVIS: at A Very Elvis Christmas Concert, with Tristan James, Elvis Roberts, and the Australian Elvis Band performing all your festive favourites and timeless hits.
4) GRAB SOME FRIENDS: and stroll through the Christmas Wonderland at Queens Park and admire the lights, before TAKING A DRIVE around town and marvelling at the amazing Christmas displays, as the city comes alive with holiday spirit.
5) PARTY THE NIGHT AWAY: as the temperature rises and the silly season begins at this end of year (non-Christmas) Summer Party. (Sat)
6) SHOP LOCAL ART: and pop by Katie Whyte’s Pre-Christmas Art Market for originals, prints, and earrings, plus a sneak peek at her new mural. Then, visit Leisl Baker’s studio for stunning textiles, tablecloths, and original works (Sat).
7) GET FESTIVE: and head to Clifford Park for their children’s Christmas Festival, complete with Santa, Facepainting, Food and Games on the lawn, or pop by this Christmas Fantasy Pageant (Sat).
8) TAKE A CLASS: and create a sustainable Christmas centrepiece inspired by the Aussie bush at this golden hour workshop (Sat), or get hands-on with a natural wreath-making workshop to craft a festive masterpiece (Sun).
9) EXPAND THE FAMILY: at the Petstock Fundraiser and Adoption day, before booking your new best friend for a PHOTOSHOOT at these ‘Santa Paws’ photo sessions. The perfect cover for your homemade Christmas cards anyone?
10) CATCH A GIG: at one of the many happening around town this weekend, like Wade Forster, Bart Thrupp, Boyd Ridley, Blues Jam, or this Punk, Metal and Rock evening (All weekend).
11) BUNDLE UP THE KIDS: and enjoy this family-friendly Christmas Light Show and Film projected onto the side of the Rowes building.
