THE FRASER Coast is embracing the festive season with Christmas tree light-ups and festive carol events in Hervey Bay and Maryborough.

Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the annual Christmas trees in Hervey Bay and Maryborough will be lit later this month, adorned with lights and decorations for all to enjoy. 

“Lighting the Christmas tree is a cherished tradition that brings our community together and fills our shared spaces with joy, unity and festive cheer,” he said.

The Hervey Bay Christmas Tree Lighting will be held at City Park in Pialba on Friday, November 29 from 4:30pm to 8pm.

The evening will also feature live music, kids’ activities such as ornament and gingerbread decorating, bracelet making, and colouring in.

The Maryborough Christmas Tree Lighting will take place during the Mary Christmas Street Party at City Hall on Friday, November 22.

In coming weeks, residents and visitors can enjoy Fraser Coast’s Carols by Candlelight events—ideal for relaxing, singing along to favourite Christmas songs, and celebrating the spirit of the season.

“Carols are so important to our community as they bring people together to share in the joy of the season, creating a sense of connection, tradition and celebration that unites us all,” Cr Seymour said.

For the first time, Maryborough’s Christmas Carols will take place at the Brolga Theatre on Sunday, December 8, with two showtimes at 4 pm and 7 pm.

Fireworks will follow in the Brolga Theatre car park.

The Hervey Bay Carols by Candlelight will take place on December 14 from 5pm to 8pm at Seafront Oval, featuring traditional carols, festive songs, a visit from Santa, and a fireworks finale.

There are a range of community Christmas events happening across the region from now until Christmas which you can view at:  www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/festive-events

If you are a community group or not-for-profit organisation planning a community event that you’d like to include on the Council list, please email helpdeskcommunications@frasercoast.qld.gov.au with the event date, time, location and details.

Community Christmas carol events include:

•     Carols in the Country – Tiaro – Saturday, November 30

•     Maryborough Christmas Carols – Brolga Theatre (two shows) – Sunday, December 8

•     Hervey Bay Carols by Candlelight – Seafront Oval – Saturday, December 14

•     Burrum Heads Carols by Candlelight - Burrum Heads Christian Community Church 48 Howard St – Thursday December 19