Noosa Festive Season Guide 2015-16

Noosa Festive Season Guide

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Restaurant and Cafes

OPENING TIMES

CONTACT DETAILS

CHRISTMAS LUNCHES & NEW YEAR’S EVE FUN

Christmas Eve

Indoor or alfresco dining from 5.30-9pm, modern Australian a la carte menu available

Christmas Day

Lunch seafood buffet with traditional carvery, decadent dessert table and Santa, 12.30-3.30pm. Adult $145, child $49.Dinner buffet with traditional hot and cold dishes, including prawns and oysters, 6.30-9.30pm. Adult $75

Boxing Day


New Year’s Eve

3-course limited choice menu, $65pp including a glass of sparkling upon arrival. Woodfire pizzas and Dazza's Bar serving food till 10pm. Live music in resort lobby until midnight

New Year’s Day


Arcuri Restaurant

RACV Noosa Resort 94 Noosa DriveNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5341 6309 racv.com.au/noosa

Noosa Heads

Christmas Eve

NBHPK: Bookings from 5.30pm. Adult $130, 4-course menu, glass of champagne on arrival, beverages on consumption. Child 4-12yrs $75, 3-course menu; 0-3yrs free.

Christmas Day

NBHPK: Lunch fully booked. Sheraton Ballroom festive buffet lunch: Lunch fully booked.NBHPK: Christmas dinner, bookings from 5.30pm. Adult $175, 3-course special Christmas menu; child 4-12yrs $75, 3-course menu; 0-3yrs free. Beverages on consumption.

Boxing DayNBHPK: Open with normal a la carte menus.

New Year’s Eve

NBHPK: Early seating 5-7pm finish. Adult, 3 courses $95, 2 courses $75; child 4-12yrs, 3-course menu $40; 0-3yrs free. Beverages on consumption.Late seating 8pm for 8.30pm start until late, 5 courses including glass of Champagne on arrival, $155pp, beverages on consumption.

New Year’s DayNBHPK: Open with normal a la carte menus

Noosa Beach House Peter Kuruvita

Sheraton Noosa14-16 Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5449 4771 sheratonnoosaresort.com

Christmas Eve OPEN 7.30am-late

Christmas Day CLOSED

Boxing Day OPEN

New Year’s EveOPEN. A la carte menu from 5pm. Bookings essential

New Year’s Day OPEN

Season Restaurant

5/25 Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5447 3747seasonrestaurant.com.au

http://racv.com.au/noosa

Christmas EveOPEN 7.30am-12am. Join us for Happy Festivus 2016.


Boxing Day

OPEN 7.30am-12am. Boxing Day sunset session featuring international DJs.

New Year’s Eve

OPEN 7.30-2am.Glitterball Gala Dinner, 5.30-8.30pm, $145.

Welcome 2016 Glitterball Party til 2am featuring Ku De Ta Bali resident DJ Niina and supporting acts, $25.

New Year’s Day

OPEN 7.30am-12am. Rehab afternoon sessions featuring Ku De Ta resident DJ Niina.

Miss Moneypenny’s

6 Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5474 9999 missmoneypennys.com

Noosa Heads

Christmas Eve OPEN 6am-3pm


Boxing DayOPEN from 6am for breakfast, lunch and dinner

New Year’s EveOPEN from 6am for breakfast, lunch and dinner

New Year’s DayOPEN from 6am for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Aromas Noosa


P: 07 5474 9788 aromasnoosa.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN 10am-late


Boxing Day OPEN 10am-late

New Year’s Eve OPEN 10am-late

New Year’s Day OPEN 10am-late

Betty’s Burgers & Concrete Co

50 Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS bettysburgers.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7.30am-late


Boxing DayOPEN 7.30-11am for breakfast; noon-3pm for lunch; 5pm-late for dinner

New Year’s EveSequins and Bow Ties function, 7.30pm-1am, RnB band, $205pp

New Year’s DayOPEN for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7.30am-late

Bistro C


P: 07 5447 2855 bistroc.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN from 6am with a la carte menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Christmas Day

OPEN for breakfast 6.30-9.30am; Christmas lunch 3-course set menu, $95pp, from 11.30am; Dinner from 5pm with a la carte menu

Boxing DayOPEN for coffee from 6am and breakfast from 6.30am

New Year’s Eve

OPEN from 6am. Extended licence to 2am with set dinner menu and party (see website)

New Year’s DayOPEN from 6am with a la carte menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Cafe Le Monde


P: 07 5449 2366 cafelemonde.com

Christmas Eve OPEN 3pm-late


Boxing Day OPEN

New Year’s Eve OPEN noon-2am

New Year’s Day OPEN noon-midnight

Crawdaddy’s

Upstairs, Bay VillageHastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5473 5300 crawdaddys.com.au

Noosa Heads

Christmas EveOPEN 7am-9pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Christmas Day

Christmas lunch and dinner, set menu $140pp. Noon sitting fully booked. Sittings at 3pm and 6pm

Boxing DayOPEN 7am-9pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner

New Year’s Eve

OPEN for breakfast and lunch from 7am. New Year’s Eve dinner, 5.30pm, $75pp; 8.30pm, $150pp

New Year’s DayOPEN 7am-9pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Berardo’s Bistro on the Beach


P: 07 5448 0888 berardos.com.au

Christmas Eve To be advised


Boxing DayOPEN noon-midnight (kitchen open til 11pm)

New Year’s Eve OPEN 7am-midnight

New Year’s Day To be advised

Gaston Noosa


P: 07 5447 4566 gastonnoosa.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN 5.30am-5pm


Boxing Day OPEN 5.30am-5pm

New Year’s Eve OPEN 5.30am-5pm

New Year’s Day OPEN 5.30am-5pm

Hastings Street Bakery


P: 07 5447 2606

Christmas Eve CLOSED


Boxing Day OPEN 10pm-2am

New Year’s Eve

OPEN 9pm-4am. DJ Groove Terminator supported by Ben Meerman from 10pm until late. $30pp.

New Year’s Day OPEN 9pm-2am

Lagarto Lounge

Upstairs, Bay VillageHastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5449 2960lagartolounge.com.au



Boxing Day OPEN 11am-11pm

New Year’s Eve OPEN 11am-11pm

New Year’s Day OPEN 11am-11pm

Noosa Heads Surf Club Restaurant


P: 07 5447 3055noosasurfclub.com.au

Christmas Eve

OPEN 10am-7.30pm - please pre-order seafood and salads for catering needs





Nosh Express

7/ 49 Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5474 5626

http://gastonnoosa.com.au

Noosa Heads

Christmas EveOPEN for breakfast from 7-10.30am; lunch 11am-5pm; dinner 5-8pm

Christmas Day

OPEN for breakfast from 7-10.30am; Christmas buffet lunch including drink package, 11.30am-3pm. Air-conditioned, golf course and hinterland views. Adult $16-, teenager $105, child U12yrs $59

Boxing DayOPEN for breakfast from 7-10.30am; lunch 11am-5pm; dinner 5-8pm

New Year’s EveOPEN for breakfast from 7-10.30am; lunch 11am-5pm; dinner 5-8pm

New Year’s DayOPEN for breakfast from 7-10.30am; lunch 11am-5pm; dinner 5-8pm

Relish Restaurant - Noosa Springs

Noosa Springs Golf Resort & Spa Noosa Springs Drive NOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5440 3333noosasprings.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN 8am-midnight

Christmas Day OPEN 8am-midnight

Boxing Day OPEN 8am-midnight

New Year’s Eve OPEN 8am-midnight

New Year’s Day OPEN 8am-midnight

Rococo Restaurant


P: 07 5474 9600 rococonoosa.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN from noon for lunch and dinner

Christmas Day Fully booked

Boxing DayOPEN from noon for lunch and dinner

New Year’s Eve Fully booked

New Year’s DayOPEN from noon for lunch and dinner

Sails Restaurant Noosa

Cnr Park Road and Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5447 4235 sailsnoosa.com.au






Mr Fish

Quamby PlaceNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5455 3741

Christmas Eve OPEN 6am-5.30pm

Christmas Day OPEN 7.30am-3pm

Boxing Day OPEN 6am-5.30pm

New Year’s Eve OPEN 6am-5.30pm

New Year’s Day OPEN 6am-5.30pm

Boost Juice Noosa

8/ 32 Laguna on HastingsHastings Street NOOSA HEADS

Book via Boost app boostjuicebar.com.au




New Year’s Eve OPEN 8.30am-6pm


Noosa Junction Seafood Market

Cnr Lanyana Way and Cooyar St NOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5449 2655noosajunctionseafood.com.au

Noosa Heads

Christmas EveOPEN for all-day dining from 11am, dinner from 5.30pm

Christmas Day

Christmas lunch from noon with traditional seafood and carvery buffet. Start with canapés and bubbly on the terrace, then to the dining room for Mooloolaba prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, honey glazed ham, glazed turkey breast and more. Adult $175, children 3-12yrs $75, U3yrs free. Dinner bookings from 5.30pm

Boxing DayOPEN for all-day dining from 11am, dinner from 5.30pm

New Year’s EveOPEN for all-day dining from 11am, dinner from 5.30pm

New Year’s DayOPEN for all-day dining from 11am, dinner from 5.30pm

View on Little Hastings Restaurant

Level 1Peppers Noosa Resort and VillasNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5455 2209peppers.com.au/noosa

Christmas Eve

OPEN 10am-midnight, live Irish music with Alan Kelly Trio in Flanagan’s Irish Bar 7-10pm. Bistro open noon-9pm

Christmas Day

OPEN for Christmas lunch only, 11.30am-3pm, with seafood, mains and dessert platters, $95pp, $85 seniors, $25 U12yrs

Boxing Day

OPEN 10am-3am, bistro open noon-9pm. DJs SCNDL in Soda Nightclub from 9pm, $10 cover

New Year’s Eve

OPEN 10am-3am, bistro open noon-9pm. Live acoustic entertainment in bistro from 6pm. DJs Smokin’ Joe Makael, Paul Dluxx and Soda Squad in Soda Nightclub from 9pm, $15 cover

New Year’s Day

OPEN 10am-3am, bistro open noon-9pm. Live acoustic entertainment in bistro from 6pm.

Noosa Reef Hotel

19 Noosa Drive NOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5430 7500 noosareef.com.au





New Year’s Day CLOSED

No 10 Hastings Street Café


P: 07 5455 3350 10hastingsstreet.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN 10am-late


Boxing Day OPEN 10am-late

New Year’s Eve OPEN 10am-late

New Year’s Day OPEN 10am-late

Laguna Jacks

7/ 50 Hastings StreetNOOSA HEADS

P: 07 5474 9555lagunajacks.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN for dinner from 5pm. Bar open to 11pm


Boxing DayBar and restaurant open 5-11pm

New Year’s Eve Book for New Year’s Eve dinner

New Year’s DayBar and restaurant open 5-11pm

Halse Lodge Guest House Restaurant

2 Halse LaneNOOSA HEADS

P: 5447 3377 halselodge.com.au

Eastern Beaches

Christmas EveOPEN 11am-late for lunch and dinner. Daily specials


Boxing Day

OPEN 8am-late for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Back to Woodstock (feat. Late for Woodstock) play live

New Year’s Eve

OPEN 10am-2am for lunch and dinner. New Year’s Eve with The Martini Club - earlybird tickets $30 for club members, $35 non-members (available until 12 December)

New Year’s DayOPEN 10am-late for lunch and dinner

Sunshine Beach Surf Club Restaurant

Cnr Duke Street and Belmore TerraceSUNSHINE BEACH

P: 07 5447 5491 sunshinebeachslsc.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN 10am-10pm, lunch from noon-2.30pm, dinner from 5.30-8.30pm


Boxing DayOPEN 11am-10pm, lunch from noon-2.30pm, dinner from 5.30-8.30pm

New Year’s Eve OPEN 10am-1am

New Year’s Day

OPEN 11am-10pm with live music, bistro open noon-2.30pm for lunch, 5.30-8.30pm for dinner

Peregian Beach Hotel

221-229 David Low Way PEREGIAN BEACH

P: 07 5448 3111 peregianbeachhotel.com.au

Christmas EveLunch from noon-2pm, dinner 5pm-late


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s EveLunch from noon-2pm. Special event for dinner from 5pm

New Year’s DayLunch from noon-2pm and dinner 5pm-late

Pitchfork Restaurant

5/4 Kingfisher Drive PEREGIAN BEACH

P: 07 5471 3697 pitchforkrestaurant.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN for dinner 6pm-late


Boxing DayYum Cha 12-2pm. Dinner 6pm-late

New Year’s Eve Dinner banquets, 2 sittings, 5.30pm and 8pm

New Year’s DayYum Cha 12-2pm. Dinner 6pm-late

Embassy XO

Cnr Duke Street and Bryan StreetSUNSHINE BEACH

P: 07 5455 4460 embassyxo.com.au

Christmas EveRestaurant and café open 10am-8.30pm. Bar open 10am-10pm


Boxing DayRestaurant and café open 10am-9pm. Bar open 10am-midnight

New Year’s EveRestaurant and café open 10am-9pm. Bar open 10am-2am

New Year’s DayRestaurant and café open 10am-9pm. Bar open 10am-midnight

Coolum Beach Surf Club Restaurant

1775-1779 David Low Way COOLUM BEACH

P: 07 5446 1148 coolumsurfclub.com



Boxing Day CLOSED



Sushi Wave

9/224 David Low WayPEREGIAN BEACH

P: 07 5471 3199 sushiwave.com.au



Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve OPEN 5pm-late


Duke’s Burgers

4/46 Duke StreetSUNSHINE BEACH

dukesburgerssunshinebeach.com.au

Christmas Eve

OPEN as normal.Bistro: 9am-late for lunch and dinnerLittle Boaty Coffee Bar: From 6amSunset Bar on top deck: From 4.30pm

Christmas Day

Christmas lunch only, 11am-3pm. Pre-booked lunch options: 4-course a la carte, adult $149, child $65 OR seafood buffet in the River Room, includes drinks, adult $189, child 13-17yrs $149, U12yrs $85. Also book online.

Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve

OPEN as normal for lunch, pre-booked dinner.Bistro: 9am-late. Dinner bookings: Adult $89, kids menu $20pp before 7pmLittle Boaty Coffee Bar: From 6amSunset Bar on top deck: From 4.30pm – bookings essential for Sunset Bar NYE


Noosa Boathouse

194 Gympie Terrace NOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5440 5070 noosaboathouse.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN breakfast, lunch and dinner – full menu available


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s EveOPEN breakfast, lunch and a la carte dinner with 2 sittings from 5pm.

New Year’s DayOPEN breakfast, lunch and dinner – full menu available

Sirocco Noosa

2/257 Gympie Terrace NOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5455 6688 sirocconoosa.com.au




New Year’s EveOPEN 10am - 10pm. Live band, Ryan Giles Trio - no cover charge


Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club

Chaplin Park Gympie TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5440 7400 nyrc.com.au

Christmas EveCafé open 7.30am - 4.30pm. Retail open 8.30am-5pm


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s EveCafé open 7.30am - 4.30pm. Retail open 8.30am-5pm


Gibsons Homewares and Espresso Bar

Shop 3A 7-9 Gibson RoadNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5474 1111 gibsonsnoosa.com.au

Noosavil le

Christmas EveOPEN for lunch and dinner


Boxing DayOPEN for lunch and dinner

New Year’s Eve

OPEN for lunch and dinner with 2 sittings at 6pm or 8pm, normal a la’ carte, no BYO. Closing at 10pm.

New Year’s DayOPEN for lunch and dinner

Gusto

1/ 257 Gympie TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5449 7144 gustonoosa.com.au

http://noosaboathouse.com.au


Christmas Day OPEN 7-11am (last orders)




Moondoggy’s Cafe

187 Gympie Terrace NOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5449 9659 moondoggys.com.au

Noosavil le

Christmas EveOPEN 4pm-late with Happy Hour from 4-6pm


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s EveThe Nalu Lounge Luau, 6pm-late, $85pp, family-friendly

New Year’s Day

OPEN 4pm-late for New Year’s Recovery. Happy House and bar food from 4-6pm.

Nalu Lounge at South Pacific Resort

179 Weyba RoadNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5473 1333 naluloungenoosa.com.au



Boxing Day OPEN 11am-7.30pm


New Year’s Day OPEN 11am-7.30pm

Noosaville Fish Market

90 Hilton TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5449 7127

Christmas EveOPEN for lunch and dinner - a la carte menu


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve6 courses, glass of Champagne, live music, $125pp


Noosa Waterfront Restaurant

142 Gympie TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5474 4444 noosawaterfrontrestaurant.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN for lunch and dinner


Boxing DayOPEN from noon for lunch and dinner

New Year’s Eve OPEN for lunch and dinner (a la carte menu)

New Year’s DayOPEN from noon for lunch and dinner

Thomas Corner Eatery

Cnr Thomas Street and Gympie TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5470 2224 thomascorner.com.au

Christmas Eve

Open for lunch from 11am-2.30pmOpen for dinner from 5-10.30pm

Christmas Day

Open for lunch from 11am-2.30pmOpen for dinner from 5-10.30pm – special banquet menu recommended for faster service

Boxing Day

Open for lunch from 11am-2.30pmOpen for dinner from 5-10.30pm

New Year’s Eve

Open for lunch from 11am-2.30pmOpen for dinner from 5-10.30pm – special banquet menu recommended for faster service

New Year’s DayOpen for dinner from 5-10.30pm

Geisha Japanese Restaurant

195 Weyba Road NOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5455 6913 izakayageishajapanese.com.au

http://com.au

Noosavil le






PK’s Café and Bar at Ivory Palms Resort

73 Hilton TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5473 1898 ivorypalmsresort.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN until 5pm for Christmas Day collections


Boxing Day OPEN 7.30am-3.30pm

New Year’s Eve OPEN until 5pm for New Year’s Eve collections

New Year’s Day OPEN 7.30am-3.30pm

GoVegan Deli

6 Thomas StreetNOOSAVILLE

scottmathiasraw.com/govegan-deli

Christmas Eve OPEN


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve OPEN


Global Café at Noosa Backpackers

14 William StreetNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5474 1844



Boxing Day OPEN 5pm-late

New Year’s EveOPEN 5pm-1am. Special menu for New Year’s Eve party from 8.30pm-1am


Samba Grill

251 Gympie TerraceNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5449 9577 sambagrill.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN 10am-midnight

Christmas Day

OPEN 11am-3pm. Traditional Christmas buffet, adult $89, child $29, seniors 10% discount, kids under 3yrs eat free. Appearance by Santa.

Boxing Day OPEN 10am-3am

New Year’s Eve

Ministry of Sound DJ party, doors open 9pm till late with DJ Chardy, Dave Winnel, A-Tonez supported by DJ Jester. $20 on moshtix or $25 at the door.

New Year’s Day OPEN 10am-3am

Villa Noosa Hotel

19 Mary StreetNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5430 5555 villanoosa.com.au



Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve OPEN 5.30-9pm

New Year’s Day OPEN 5.30-9pm

Magic of India

Shop 3, The Islander ResortThomas StreetNOOSAVILLE

P: 07 5449 7788 magicofindia.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN 11.30am-3pm and 5.30-8.30pm

Christmas DayOPEN 11.30am-3pm, 3-course, 4-choice menu, $155

Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve

OPEN 11.30am-3pm for lunch and 7pm-1am with live music, 2 sets of fireworks, $145

New Year’s DayOPEN 11.30am-3pm and 5.30-9pm

Riverdeck Restaurant

Noosa Marina 2 Parkyn CourtTEWANTIN

P: 07 5474 1100 riverdeckrestaurant.com.au

Noosa Marina

Christmas EveOPEN for lunch 11.30am-2.30pm; dinner 5.30pm-late


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve Party from 7pm with live music, 2 fireworks presentations at 9pm and midnight. 3-course dinner, $130pp


Rump House Steak Seafood River Lounge

Noosa Marina2 Parkyn Court TEWANTIN

P: 07 5474 4799 rumphouse.com.au



Boxing Day CLOSED



Café Vin Cino


P: 07 5474 4554 cafevincino.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN for lunch only


Boxing DayOPEN for lunch and dinner

New Year’s EveOPEN for lunch and dinner


Italian Marina


P: 0434 190 573italianmarina.com

Christmas Eve OPEN


Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve OPEN


Harbour Wine Bar

Noosa Marina2 Parkyn CourtTEWANTIN

P: 0417 210 303harbourwinebar.com.au



Boxing Day CLOSED



Maison de Provence

9/13 Garnet StreetCOOROY

P: 07 5472 0077 On Facebook and Instagram

Christmas Eve OPEN

Christmas DayCLOSED - reopen 2 January 2016

Boxing Day CLOSED

New Year’s Eve CLOSED


Clooney’s Licensed Restaurant

16 King St COORAN

P: 07 5485 0221



Boxing DayOPEN for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7am-8pm



Bohemian Bungalow

69 Memorial AveEUMUNDI

P: 07 5442 8679 bohemianbungalow.com.au

Tewantin

Christmas Eve

CLOSED - Sunspace Café will be closed over the holidays from 21 December 2015 until 6 January 2016


Boxing Day CLOSED



Sunspace Café

6 Beddington Road DOONAN

facebook.com/doonansunspace

Noosa Hinterland

Christmas Eve OPEN 8.30am-midnight

Christmas Day

Christmas lunch buffet - $120 Tewantin Noosa RSL Club members, $150 non-members. Special children’s pricing.

Boxing Day OPEN 8.30am-1am

New Year’s Eve

OPEN 8.30am-1am. New Year’s Eve party with 2 bands, party packs at midnight. Late for Woodstock, $35 non RSL members, $25 RSL members. The Cocker Experience, free.

New Year’s Day OPEN 8.30am-1am

Tewantin Noosa RSL

Memorial AvenueTEWANTIN

P: 07 5447 1766noosarsl.com.au

Christmas EveOPEN - bar from 10am. Bistro from 11.30am- 2.30pm, 5.30-8pm


Boxing DayOPEN - bar from 10am. Bistro from 11.30am- 2.30pm

New Year’s EveOPEN - bar from 10am. Bistro from 11.30am- 2.30pm, 5.30-8pm

New Year’s DayOPEN - bar from 10am. Bistro from 11.30am- 2.30pm

Noosa Golf Club

46 Noosa-Cooroy RoadTEWANTIN

P: 07 5447 1407 noosagolf.com.au

Christmas Eve OPEN 10am to late


Boxing Day OPEN 9am to late

New Year’s Eve OPEN 10am to late

New Year’s Day OPEN 10am to late

Tewantin Noosa Bowls Club

65 Hilton TerraceTEWANTIN

P: 07 5449 7155tewantinbowls.com.au

http://tewantinbowls.com.au

Festive Events

DATE/TIMES

CONTACT DETAILS

CELEBRATIONS

FREE Holiday Buses

P: 13 12 30 translink.com.au

WhenBoxing Day, Saturday 26 December 2015 to Sunday 3 January 2016

Where

Around Noosa Shire, from Peregian Beach to Sunshine Beach, Noosa Junction, Noosaville, Tewantin, Noosa Heads, Cooran, Cooroy, Pomona and Boreen Point

Details

All public buses in the Noosa Shire are free over the Christmas-New Year break so leave the car behind, forget about parking and jump on a holiday bus, courtesy of Noosa Council and TransLink. Free services include Routes 626, 627, 628, 629, 632 and Boreen Point-Tewantin Flexilink and Council Cabs. There is also a free temporary shuttle, Route 064, from Peregian Beach to Noosa Heads.

Festive EventsSanta at Hastings Street Christmas lights

When Friday 27 November, 5.30-7pm

Where Hastings Street roundabout, Noosa Heads

Details

Join the Christmas street party at the annual lighting of the Hastings Street Christmas tree with Christmas elves, balloon artists and a visit from Santa who will have lolly bags and a small gift for children. Sing along to your favourite Christmas carols with the Noosa Chorale singers who will perform on the forecourt beside Aromas Café from 6.30-7pm. Hastings Street will be closed from 6-6.30pm.

The Magic of Santa, Kombi Style

P: 0414 182 442 kombicelebrations.com.au

When Saturday 28 November, 7.30am-3pm

Where Eumundi Markets

Details

Book a photography session for your family with Santa and his Kombi for just $40 with Kombi Celebrations and Ben Whitmore Photography. You also receive all images supplied digitally to upload on social media or design your own 2015 Christmas card. And you have a chance to win a Kool Kombi esky Cooler valued at $899. A donation will be made to The Starlight Children’s Foundation from the day. Bookings essential.

Christmas art and craft sale

P: 07 5474 1211 noosaartsandcrafts.org.au

WhenFriday 4 December - Tuesday 8 December, 9.30am-3.30pm

Where

Noosa Arts & Crafts Association, Wallace House, 1 Wallace Drive (off Eumundi Rd/Gibson Rd roundabout), Noosaville

Details

There are gifts for all the family – come and see quality handcrafted gifts created by members of Noosa Arts & Crafts Association.

Coolum Twilight Markets

coolum.com.au

When

Every Friday from 27 November to 22 January, 4-8pm (except Christmas Day)

Where Tickle Park, David Low Way, Coolum beachfront

Details

80 stalls with craft, clothing, jewellery, produce, children's entertainment, bubble blowing and more. Have a swim at Coolum in the afternoon, a picnic in the park or dine out at Coolum’s cafes and restaurants. Organised by Coolum Lioness Club.

Festive EventsStarry nights movies under the stars

starrynights.com.au

When Throughout holidays

Where Eumundi, Cooroy, Pomona, Peregian

Details

Outdoor family movie nights under the stars this summer at various locations. Bring a picnic blanket or chair, and have a great family night out.• The Polar Express (G), Friday 4 December, 7pm, Eumundi Night Markets, free entry.• Home Alone (G), Friday 4 December, 7.30pm, Cooroy Library Rooftop, 9 Maple Street, Cooroy, entry by gold coin donation.• Elf (PG), Friday 11 December, 6.30pm, Stan Topper Park, Pomona, free entry• Elf (G), Friday 11 December, 7pm, Eumundi Night Markets, free entry• Home Alone (PG), Friday 18 December, 6.30pm, Peregian Park• Arthur Christmas (G), Friday 18 December, 7pm, Eumundi Night Markets, free entry

Christmas in Cooroy

christmasincooroy.com.au

When Saturday 5 December, 4-10.30pm

Where Apex Park, Cooroy

Details

Free fun for all the family with Santa Sack races from 4pm, Great Santa Race at 4.30pm, Fairytales & Legends street parade at 5pm, then free rides and amusements including bouncy castles, giant slides, face painting, live music, Christmas carols, tug of war, animal farm, food stalls and a bar in Apex Park. Fireworks are at 7.15pm. Hosted by Cooroy Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club of Cooroy.

Wassail - Christmas Cheer Concert

noosachorale.org.au

When Friday 18 and Saturday 19 December, 7pm

Where The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads

Details

Enjoy hearty Christmas Cheer with Noosa Chorale and its popular Wassail with cheese platters, mince pies, drinks and a sing-a-long of traditional carols with the choir. Cost $35.

Blue Light Santa Dance Party

P: 07 5329 6560 thej,com.au

When Friday 4 December, 7-9pm

Where The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Junction

Details

Join in the Christmas fun and wear your Santa suit or Christmas dress-ups for a chance at winning prizes. Dance party for 9-13yrs with the latest music, videos and the Bungee Run! Fully supervised by local Police and Blue Card holders. $8 at the door.

Festive Events

Santa at The Ginger Factory

P: 07 5447 8431 gingerfactory.com.au

When 9-15 and 18-24 December, 10am-2pm

Where 50 Pioneer Road, Yandina

Details

Kids can have their photo taken with Santa in front of his big Christmas chair! Also decorate your own gingerbread Christmas trees and gingerbread men, available for purchase from the Ice Creamery. The Ginger Kids will join in the festive cheer with special appearances from Ginger Train Driver on Wednesday 16, Saturday 19 and Wednesday 23 December, 10.30am-noon.The Ginger Factory is also open 7 days a week (excluding Christmas Day), 9am-5pm with two fun rides and two educational tours (costs apply). Set in beautiful sub-tropical gardens, there’s an undercover playground and parents can relax in the Ginger Café while the kids play.

Once Upon a Christmas Carol in Eumundi

doowopdolls.com.au

When Saturday 12 December, 6.30-8.30pm

Where Eumundi Amphitheatre

Details

Will Prince Charming find his one true love? How will Maleficent feel about the Grinch? Join the Doo Wop Dolls and your favourite fairytale characters at this outdoor Christmas pantomime. BYO chairs, picnic and your best singing voice for a doo-wopping good Christmas carol sing-along. Santa will also be dropping in.Presented by Eumundi & District Historical Association – free entry, wheelchair accessible.

Coolum’s Christmas in the Park

When Saturday 12 December, 7pm

Where Tickle Park, David Low Way, Coolum Beach

Details

A great night of carols by candlelight and celebrations hosted by the Coolum Christian Family Church. Also fireworks, live band, dancers and Santa.

Enchanted Carols

P: 0415 128 799 cellodreaming.com.au

When Saturday 12 December, 7pm

WhereEudlo Hall, Rosebed Street, Eudlo (near Noosa hinterland)

Details

Katie Noonan is the guest singer at Enchanted Carols with Sunshine Coast Choral Society conducted by Adrian King, featuring Louise King on cello, Brent Miller on percussion and Cello Dreaming Ensemble. Join in the audience carols. Tickets: adult $45, concession $35, student $20, family/group $100. Book at eventbrite.com.au (search for Enchanted Carols). Wheelchair access, cash bar, Christmas raffle, refreshments.

Festive EventsSunspace Café Christmas Market

facebook.com/doonansunspace

When Sunday 6 December, 8am-2pm

Where 6 Beddington Road, Doonan

Details

The Sunspace Café Christmas market features local artisans with natural arts and crafts, gift wrapping, organic food, mulled apple juice and festive biscuits, Christmas wreaths, children’s activities and music by Lee Hardisty.

Santa’s enchanted rainforest

noosacivic.com.au

When Daily until Christmas Eve

WhereNoosa Civic Shopping Centre, Eenie Creek Rd, Noosaville

Details

Visit Santa in his enchanted rainforest and have your photo taken – please see website for timetable.

Noosa Junction Twilight Markets

facebook.com/noosajunction

When Friday 18 December and 22 January, 5-9pm

Where Arcadia Street, Noosa Junction

Details

Artisan stalls, food, music, bar and more at the family-friendly Noosa Junction Twilight Markets, (just over the hill from Hastings Street).

Santa Paws photos

noosafairshopping.com.au

When Wednesday 16 - Thursday 24 December, 10am-2pm

WhereNoosa Fair Shopping Centre, Lantana Way, Noosa Junction

Details

Bring your family pet and take your own free photo with Santa! Prizes for the best pet or best pet and owner photos.

Festive Events

Old Mother Hubbard pantomime

P: 07 5449 9343 noosaartstheatre.org.au

When2, 9, 16 January at 11am and 2pm; 3, 10, 17 January at 1pm and 4pm

Where Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Road, Noosaville

Details

Kids will love the colour and fun of Old Mother Hubbard as she tries to save the local orphanage from Squire Farquhar, with the help of Polly, Fairy Floss and a cast of wonderful characters. Will Polly end up marrying a handsome Prince? Tickets $15 each.

Eumundi Night Markets

eumundimarkets.com.au

When Friday 4, 11 and 18 December, 5-9pm

Where Original Eumundi Markets

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Eumundi sparkles in the lead-up to Christmas with festive markets under the stars. There are art and craft stalls, gift-wrapping on site, food from around the world, Christmas craft activities, street performers, fire twirlers, live music, Christmas carols with The Doo Wop Dolls, and a visit from Santa, arriving on the Eumundi Fire Truck at 6.30pm. Have your photo taken with Santa ($10 for on-the-spot printed 5 x 7 shots). Free family outdoor movies screen each week at 7pm. Shops in the village and trees around the market will be lit up with Christmas lights and Berkelouw Books will host children's book readings.

Tewantin Christmas Carnival

When Sunday 13 December, 4-8pm

Where Memorial Park, Tewantin

Details

The 20th annual Tewantin Christmas Carnival will be festive fun for all the family with live entertainment and carols with Contraband, Christmas Carols by candlelight and a fireworks display over the beautiful Noosa River. Presented by the Tewantin Noosa RSL Club, Tewantin Noosa RSL Sub Branch and Vietnam Veterans Association, with support from Noosa Council.

New Year's Eve at The Lake

lcsc.org.au

When Thursday 31 December

Where Lake Cootharaba foreshore, Boreen Point

Details

New Year’s Eve at The Lake is an annual celebration at Boreen Point with a street parade, music, food, face painting and more.

Carols on the River

When Sunday 20 December, 7-9pm

WhereNoosaville Lions Park, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

Details

Enjoy a night of carols on the beautiful Noosa River and celebrate Christmas with carols, glow products, fireworks and a visit from Santa presented by Noosa Christian Outreach Centre.

Festive EventsPeregian Beach Christmas Carols

peregianbeachcarols.weebly.com

WhenMonday 21 December, 6.30-8.30pm (gates from 5pm)

Where Peregian Beach Park, Kingfisher Drive

Details

It’s a great night of Christmas carols by the beach with Once Upon a Christmas Carol pantomime, starring the Doo Wop Dolls, Peregian Beach Dance Centre and Golden Beach State Choir. Food and drinks for sale (no alcohol), fireworks and a visit from Santa. Park ‘n’ Ride with a free shuttle bus from St Andrews Anglican College bus stop, 4.30-6.30pm and returning 8.30-10pm. Presented by Lions Club of Peregian – entry by gold coin donation. BYO chairs, picnic and your best singing voice for a doo-wopping good Christmas carol sing-along.

Christmas Wonderland at Aussie World

P: 07 5494 5444 aussieworld.com.au

WhenFriday 18 December and Saturday 19 December, 6-9.30pm

Where 73 Frizzo Road (off Bruce Highway), Palmview

Details

Visit Santa and his elves, soldiers and friends with loads of fun, activities and Aussie World's Rides Unlimited under the stars. Santa has gifts for little visitors as you wander through Santa's village, there are roving carollers, entertainers, ice-skating (additional charge and bookings essential). Dress up in Christmas costume. Tickets from $20, strictly limited – Christmas Pass essential.Aussie World is also open throughout the holidays from 9am-5pm with more than 30 rides and attractions including Platypus Ponds Mini Golf, Ballroom Blitz, water ride Plunge, water play area Leak’n Logs, thrill ride Redback, Giant Slide, Wild Mouse Rollercoaster, Dodgems, Ferris Wheel, Bizzy Buggies, Swinging Ship, Octopus ride and more. Also plenty for the little kids.

The Amazing Drumming Monkeys

P: 07 5485 2330 themajestictheatre.com.au

When Monday 4 January, 10.30am

Where The Majestic Theatre, 3 Factory St, Pomona

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Children of all ages will love this musical puppet show as Bongo and Congo play African drums, lead audiences in songs and dances and perform magic tricks. Tickets $10pp or $35 per family. Food and refreshments available from Valentino’s Cafe from 9.30am.

New Year’s Eve fireworks at Noosa Marina

noosamarina.com.au

When New Year’s Eve, 9pm and midnight

Where Noosa Marina, Parkyn Court, Tewantin

Details

Join the New Year’s Eve celebrations by the Noosa River with live music and spectacular fireworks over Noosa River at 9pm and midnight.

Festive Events

Christmas KidZone Disco

P: 07 5329 6560 thej.com.au

When Tuesday 22 December, 10.30am-noon

Where The J, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Junction

Details

Christmas disco for 6-9-year olds with bouncy castle, fun DJ playing great tunes and cafe open for parents and caregivers to relax. Tickets $8 at the door.

Pomona Night of Lights

When Thursday 17 December, 6-8pm

Where Stan Topper Park, Pomona

Details

It’s a Laser Show Extravaganza with Christmas carols, a visit from Santa, music by Steve and Ainsley Apirana, Sunshine Hinterland Orchestra for Children, Cooroy/Pomona Lions Club BBQ and drinks, raffles.

Noosa Water Christmas Boat Flotilla

When Friday 18 December from 6.45pm

Where

Noosa Waters canals, from cnr Saltwater Avenue and Shorehaven Drive, Noosaville

Details

See the annual Christmas flotilla with boats decorated for the festive season, led by Noosa Coast Guard. Great views from local parks and bridges.

School holiday art workshops

P: 07 5329 6145 noosa.qld.gov.au/whats-on-nrg

When Throughout school holidays

Where Noosa Regional Gallery, Pelican St, Tewantin

Details

Creative art workshops for young people, based on current exhibitions. Cost is $8pp – bookings and pre-payment essential. Funky Gifts: Make gifts for yourself or someone special. Wed 16 Dec, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon; 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. Steam Punk Treasure Chest: Make your own treasure. Thurs 17 Dec, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon. Steam Punk Top Hat: Decorate your own Steam Punk Top Hat. Thurs 17 Dec, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. Felted Magic: Turn wool into felt and make your own creations. Wed 6 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon; 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. World in a Jar: Create and decorate your own miniature world, take it home and tell a story. Thurs 7 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon. Retro-Terrarium: Create a miniature garden or forest enclosed in its own little world. Thurs 7 Jan, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. Cute/crazy clay critters: Clay workshop with artist Toni Bielby. Wed 13 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon. Mini clay food pop sculptures: Clay workshop with artist Toni Bielby. Wed 13 Jan, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm.

School Holiday EventsSchool holiday art workshops continued




Details

Morning Shadows: Explore the shadows around the gallery with artist Rosie Lloyd Giblett, then create unique ink drawings that transform into bird’s eye views. Thurs 14 Jan, 5-8yrs 10.30am-noon; 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm. Dawn to Dusk at Bimblebox: Gelatin printing workshop with artist Rosie Lloyd Giblett. Create a set of prints that can be used as gift cards or artworks. Thurs 14 Jan, 9-12yrs 1.30-3pm.

Glass Workshops


When Tuesday 15 December


Details

Glass workshops with Joanna Bone and Aaron Micallef. 7yrs+ at 10.30-11.20am and 11.30am-12.20pm. 7yrs+ and adults at 1-2pm. $12 (incl materials) - bookings and pre-payment essential.

Free family art day


WhenSunday 13 December and Sunday 10 January 11am-2pm


Details

Free children’s art activities based on the current exhibition. No bookings required.

School Holiday EventsKids Play Room

P: 07 5329 6550 noosa.qld.gov.au/nlc

When During school holidays

WhereNoosa Leisure Centre, Wallace Park, Wallace Drive, Noosaville

Details

Have fun in the icy-cool Kids Play Room, perfect for 1-5 year olds. The kids can swing, climb, bounce, jump and play from Monday to Friday, 8am-1pm. Adult supervision is required and bookings are recommended. Onside café and child-minding facilities for siblings.

Kids dine and play golf for free

P: 07 5440 3333 noosasprings.com.au


WhereNoosa Springs Golf Resort and Spa, Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Springs

Details

Children under 17yrs play golf for free all day when accompanied on-course by a paying adult. Enjoy a family meal at Relish and kids eat for free – one child (12 years and under) per dining adult. Offers valid for school holidays only.

Kids golf and tennis camps

P: 07 5440 3333 noosasprings.com.au


WhereNoosa Springs Golf Resort and Spa, Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Springs

Details

Children can join professional resort-run tennis and golf holiday camps. Tennis camps for 5-12yrs offer tuition in small groups 9am-noon, 7-9 Dec ($100); and 14-18 Dec, 4-8 Jan, 18-22 Jan ($150). To book, phone 0414 494 645 or email [email protected] Shortees golf clinics for children 8-14yrs offer expert tuition, supervision and fun for absolute beginners to seasoned juniors wanting to improve all parts of their game, 7.30-8.30am week days, 28-31 Dec ($25/day or $90 full camp); and 4-8 Jan, 11-15 Jan, 18-22 Jan ($25/day or $110 full camp). To book, phone 0477 183 654 or email [email protected]

Youthsail school holiday program

P: 07 5440 7407 nyrc.com.au

When Throughout summer school holidays

WhereNoosa Yacht & Rowing Club, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

Details

Learn to sail on the beautiful Noosa River with a range of Youthsail school holiday programs for varying ages. Classes are Monday-Friday, from 14 December and from 11 January, 10am-4pm with supervision by qualified Yachting Australia instructors and rescue/coach boat support. Lunch, afternoon snack, life jacket and boat usage included. Cost $75 per day.The Tackers program for 6-12-year-olds is 5 days, Monday-Friday, 4 hours each day with instruction, boat usage, Tackers Pack, certificate presentation and BBQ. Cost is $365 for the week, starting from Monday 14 December and Monday 11 January (levels 1, 2 and 3).

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School Holiday EventsCountry Fare at Eumundi Square

iloveeumundimarkets.com

When Every Friday 8.30am-2pm (except Christmas Day)

Where Eumundi Square Markets, 1-8 Napier Rd, Eumundi

Details

The kids will love the baby animal farm at Eumundi Square Markets every Friday from 9am-noon where children get a hands-on experience. Come and enjoy a unique shopping experience with live music, over 80 boutique shops and indulge in morning tea while watching the weekly fashion parade at 11am. Markets also open Wed and Sat, 7.30am-2pm.

Summer Holiday Bike Camps

P: 07 5474 3322 bikeon.com.au

When 5-7 January and 19-21 January 2016

Where Throughout the Noosa Region

Details

Bike On runs bike camps for budding biking enthusiasts looking to improve their skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun! It’s a safe learning environment suitable for all riding ability levels (ages approx 5-15yrs) – 3 hours per day. Learn from professional and experienced staff, with a super fun ‘Gravity Day’ on day 3.

Noosa Tenpin Bowling and Laser Tag

P: 07 5449 8555 noosatenpin.com.au

When Open 9am-late every day. Closed Christmas Day

Where 7/11 Bartlett Rd, Noosaville

Details

Fun for all ages in all weather, whether it’s raining or hot outside with 10 lanes of fully automatic bowling lanes, 500m2 laser tag arena, pool tables, arcade games, lounge and dining area, licensed bar and cafe.

Aqua Park Coolum

P: 0451 043 394 aquaparkcoolum.com.au

When10am-4pm every day of school holidays. Closed Christmas Day

Where 60 Junction Drive, Coolum

Details

Fun water play for kids and adults of all ages with slides, trampolines, balance beams, climbing walls and chill-out centres. Bring a picnic to enjoy under the shade structures or check out the new café and kiosk. $15 for 50 mins per person or $25 for two 50-min sessions – spectators free. Sessions start on the hour.

Networks Macadamia Factory

P: 07 5472 7777 nutworks.com.au

When Open daily 9am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day

Where 37 Pioneer Road, Yandina

Details

Learn all about Australia's macadamia nut, view the factory in action, taste yummy products and take home a unique gift from the Sunshine Coast’s own macadamia processing and chocolate factory. There’s a new interactive, child-friendly factory viewing area with kids’ activities about Australian animals and nuts.

Summer fun at Australia Zoo

P: 07 5436 2000 australiazoo.com

WhenOpen 7 days a week, 9am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day

Where 1638 Steve Irwin Way, Landsborough

Details

Awesome entertainment and wildlife experiences with more adventure than you can poke a stick at! From 12-24 December the croc slide is open every day, also pony rides and face painting running on weekends, and Christmas carols on Christmas Eve. Kids can meet and have their photograph taken with Santa. The Zoo Keeper for a Day program makes a great Christmas gift.

School Holiday EventsNoosa 5 Cinemas

P: 07 5447 5130 noosacinemas.com.au

When Open 7 days a week. Closed Christmas Day

Where 29 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads

Details

See the latest block buster and children’s holiday flicks, including 3D screenings.

Noosa Ferry and Noosa Marina

P: 07 5449 8442 noosaferry.com

When Every day

WhereNoosa Marina, Tewantin to Sheraton Jetty, Noosa Heads, via Noosaville

Details

Kids will love exploring Noosa’s waterways on board the Noosa Ferry with stops along the river at Tewantin, Noosaville and Noosa Heads. Tickets available on-board. Also sunset cruises Tuesday to Saturday (bookings essential).Eco Cruise Noosa is a fun way to explore Noosa’s nature and learn about the history, culture and wildlife, Tuesdays and Thursdays, bookings essential. Ticket includes all day FerryPass for same day use. Noosa Marina is home to restaurants, cafe, wine bar, fish and chips shop, gift shops, boutiques, beauty salon. The Marina Markets are every Sunday from 8am.

The Big Shell

P: 07 5447 1268

WhenOpen Thursday to Monday, 10.30am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day

Where 87 Gympie St, Tewantin

Details

Step through the 5m shell and explore the treasure trove of shells, surf collectibles, art, corals, homewares and more.

Oz Ski Resort

P: 0498 120 542 ozskiresort.com

When Open 7 days

Where 60 Junction Drive, Coolum

Details

Tuition for beginner to advanced level water skiers and wake boarders on a man-made, fresh water ski boat facility. Also tube and banana boat rides for the whole family. All equipment, boat, driver and coach provided for a fun day on the water.Casual visitors $55 per ski lesson, beginner lesson $65.

Bellingham Maze

P: 07 5445 2979 bellmaze.com

When Open 7 days, 9.30am-4.30pm

Where 247 Tanawah Tourist Dve #25, Tanawah

Details

It's aMAZEing fun at Bellingham Maze with the new 80m x 80m hedge maze now open. There's also a timber maze, rope maze, tyre maze and brain-teasing ground mazes; 18-hole mini golf course; magic waterfall entrance; walk-through aviary and a cafe. All set in a lush tropical rainforest environment. Fun for all the family. Night mazes available by private booking and great vacation care specials. Come stretch your mind, stretch your legs and enjoy some outdoor brain teasing fun these holidays.

School Holiday EventsTop Shots Fun Park

P: 07 5452 7007 topshotsfunpark.com.au

WhenOpen 7 days a week, 9am-9pm (rides from 10am-8pm)

Where

2 Allora Drive (cnr Maroochydore Road & Allora Drive), Maroochydore

Details

Top Shots is one of the best family orientated attractions on the Sunshine Coast with two 18-hole mini golf courses, Blaster Boats (like dodgems on water with spray guns), Extreme Vertical trampoline, Indoor Rock Climbing Wall, Cannonball Blaster, Inflatable Blue Crush Waterslide and dozens of classic and new coin-operated video arcade games. All ages and skill levels are welcome with something for adult fun and kids fun. Free entry – rides additional cost. Fast food café on-site.

Big Kart Track

P: 07 5494 1613 bigkart.com.au

When

Open 7 days a week, Sun-Thurs 9am-5pm; Fri-Sat 9am-10pm. Closed Christmas Day.

Where 2310 Steve Irwin Way, Landsborough

Details

The Big Kart Track is the largest commercial go-kart track in Australia, 1.2km long and 8m wide with big sweeping bends, challenging chicanes, hair-raising hairpins and supercharged straights. It’s fun for all the family with 50 go-karts and a separate kids’ track.

Bli Bli Watersports Complex

P: 07 5448 7555 blibliwatersports.com.au

When 7 days a week, 10am-5pm

Where 367 David Low Way, Bli Bli

Details

Bli Bli Watersports Complex is a place for the whole family to enjoy with a Wake Park where you can learn to waterski, wakeboard or kneeboard. Or try tube riding or stand-up paddling at the Aqua Park where you can bounce around the equipment, or try your luck at the barramundi fishing park.

Underwater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba

underwaterworld.com.au

WhenOpen 7 days a week, 10am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day

Where Parkyn Pde, Mooloolaba

Details

This summer discover the bright and vibrant underwater world of the Octonauts in an all-new experience at SEA LIFE Mooloolaba. Featuring beautiful aquatic animals in dynamic displays, 3D talking Octonauts crew members, activities and more, the Octonauts zone opens on 8 December and is sure to keep little ones immersed in THE ultimate Octonauts mission.Take a fascinating journey from the coast to the ocean depths as you explore 16 themed zones and soak-up the amazing view from the sea bed in the 80m ocean tunnel. Interact with thousands of creatures at 7 hands-on animal experiences available daily, including cage-free shark dives, snorkel programs, seal encounters and behind-the-scenes tours. You can even sleep under the sea at a family sleepover.

Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World

P: 07 5408 4110 malenybotanicgardens.com.au

When

Open 7 days, 9am-4.30pm (except Christmas Day), Aviary Tours several times daily

Where233 Maleny-Stanley River Road, cnr Mountain View Road, Maleny

Details

Visit this 14 acre wonderland of sculpted gardens with colourful plantings, waterfalls, lakes, picnic spots and magnificent views of the Glasshouse Mountains. The interactive Bird Encounter brings you up close and personal with colourful birds, from finches to macaws. The Miniature Animal Enclosure with alpaca, sheep, goats and more is a favourite with the whole family. Enjoy a scrumptious Devonshire tea in a gazebo overlooking the gardens or BYO picnic. Entry: Gardens and Aviary: $7 (3-15yrs), $26 (16yrs+), $59 (Family Day Pass admits 2 adults and 3 children). Gardens only: Children free, $16 (16yrs+).

School Holiday Events

Kids fun horse rides

P: 07 5481 1489 adventuretrails.com.au


Where Noosa hinterland and Mary Valley

Details

Kids Fun Days with Mary Valley Adventure Trails are a full day of fun with horses in the arena, including novelty events, games, prizes and sausage sizzle lunch, 8.30am-4.30pm. Cost $85 per person. Also guided horse riding tours through rainforest and farmland in the Noosa hinterland’s scenic Mary Valley - $120 for half-day ride.

Tewantin Splash Park

When Open every day

Where Noosa River foreshore, Doonella St, Tewantin

Details

The new-look splash park has reopened in time for summer with water sprays and fun for kids of all ages, overlooking Noosa River. There are picnic tables and a skate park nearby and it's next to Noosa Marina with fish and chips, cafes and restaurants. Catch the Noosa Ferry from stops at Noosa Heads and Noosaville to the Marina.

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