City Heart Christmas

Next date: Friday, 04 December 2026 | 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Get ready for a magical evening in the City Heart on Friday, December 4 from 5pm to 8pm.

Enjoy...

Festive Barrier Reef Christmas Market
Late-night shopping
Face painting
Kid’s activities
Christmas window displays - vote for your favourite!
Dazzling Christmas lighting projection.

Santa will make a special appearance after cruising the block with the Holden Car Club, and don't miss the new Magic Mile Costume Parade, where all the family can dress up and join the Christmas fun!

City Heart Christmas Program

5:00pm Markets open | Face painting & glitter tattoos | Late-night shopping | Pop-up activations
5:30pm Christmas carollers
5:45pm Magic Mile Parade participants gather (river end, Wood Street)
6:00pm Magic Mile Parade begins
6:15pm Parade finishes & prizes awarded
6:30pm Santa arrives with the Holden Car Club cruise

6.30pm Mackay Bright Lights
6:35pm Santa meet-and-greet & photos
8:00pm Markets close

✨An evening of festive fun, family entertainment and Christmas magic in the City Heart!✨