Christmas Tree Lights
Every year once the Christmas Tree has been installed and decorated, we invite the community to come celebrate the start of the Festive Season.
Come down in your best Christmas attire and enjoy special FREE live Bluey & Bingo Christmas Shows
The Christmas Tree lights will be switched on at 7pm, by the Mayor, and the winners of the Christmas eCard Competition.
Friday 1 December 2023
Esplanade Lagoon Plaza
| 5.30pm events starts | Bluey & Bingo Christmas Show 1 (20 mins) |
|---|---|
| 6:15pm | Bluey & Bingo Christmas Show 2 (20 mins) |
| 7:00pm | Christmas Tree Light Switch On |
| 7:15pm | Bluey & Bingo Christmas Show 3 (20 mins) |
8:00pm event finishes |
Note: this event may be cancelled at short notice in the event of unfavourable or unsafe weather conditions. Please refer to Council's Facebook page for status changes; this web page is not updated for cancellations at short notice.
Road Closures:
To allow for the Tree Light-up festivities, the Esplanade will be closed to all traffic between Spence St and Shields St from 4pm till 9pm on Friday 1 December 2023.
Last Updated: 27 November 2023
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