🎄   December 1 – 24, 2026   🎄
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The Heart of Hollybrook

Every December, as the summer sun turns golden and the air fills with the scent of eucalyptus and sunscreen, Hollybrook comes alive with the spirit of Christmas. For nearly four decades our community has gathered under blue skies to celebrate the most joyful season of the year — the Australian way.

Think barefoot carols on the grass, Christmas pavlova competitions, outdoor cinema under the stars, and Santa arriving on a decorated ute. The Hollybrook Christmas Festival is a tradition as warm and bright as a summer afternoon.

Explore the Festival
38Years Running
24Festive Days
50+Events & Activities
12KVisitors Each Year

What's On

Festival Highlights

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Grand Christmas Parade — December 14th

The centrepiece of our festival! Floats, marching bands, local dance troupes, festive characters, and Santa cruising down Holly Street on a decorated ute. Gates open 5 PM; parade kicks off at 6 PM. Free to attend — grab your spot on the kerb early!

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Festival Opening Ceremony

December 1st · 6:00 PM · Town Square

Kick off the season as Mayor Sullivan lights the Great Hollybrook Christmas Star. Live music, bubbles, and the first of many magical evenings in the square.

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A Christmas Carol

Dec 6, 7, 13, 14 · 7:30 PM · Town Hall

Hollybrook Community Theatre presents Dickens' classic with an Australian twist. Four magical performances with live music. Tickets: $12 adults, $6 children.

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Pavlova & Christmas Bake-Off

December 7th · 10 AM–2 PM · Community Centre

Enter your finest pav, lamington, or Christmas slice! Categories: Best Pavlova, Most Creative, and People's Choice. Free tastings for spectators.

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Kids' Festival Fun Zone

Dec 1–24 · Weekends · Jubilee Park

Face painting, jumping castles, fairy floss, carnival rides, and a Christmas scavenger hunt through the park. A full summer day out for the whole family.

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Carols on the Green

Every Sunday · 6:00 PM · Hollybrook Oval

Bring a picnic blanket! Four Sundays of outdoor carols with Hollybrook Singers, the Youth Choir, and guest performers under the open summer sky.

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Festival Market

Dec 1–24 · Daily 9 AM–8 PM · Main Street

40+ local makers selling handcrafted gifts, ceramics, bush-inspired ornaments, jams, and artisan foods. Cold drinks, fresh watermelon, and gelato all day.

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Santa's Shack

Dec 7–24 · Weekends & Evenings · Library Square

Santa in a short-sleeve version of his famous suit! Kids share their wishes and receive a small gift in his beautifully decorated Shack. Gold coin donations welcome.

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Christmas Outdoor Cinema

Dec 6, 13, 20 · Dusk · Rotary Reserve

Classic Christmas films under the stars — bring a rug, grab a choc-top, and settle in for a magical warm-night movie experience. BYO picnic. $5 per person.

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Christmas Eve Sunset Celebration

December 24th · 7:00 PM · Town Square

The grand finale! Live music, community carols, and fireworks at 9 PM over the river. Bring a picnic and soak up the warm summer night — not to be missed.

Plan Your Visit

December Calendar

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Getting Here

Plan Your Visit

🗺 Getting to Hollybrook

  • 🚗Hollybrook is 45 minutes from the CBD via the Pacific Highway North. Free festival parking at Hollybrook Showgrounds with a shuttle every 15 minutes to Town Square.
  • 🚂Catch the Northern Line to Hollybrook Station — 5-minute walk to Main Street. Festival trains run extended hours on weekends and event evenings.
  • 🚌Regional coaches depart Central Bus Terminal daily at 10 AM and 2 PM. Return services at 6 PM and 9 PM throughout the festival.

📍 Festival Hub

  • 🏛Main Street & Town Square, Hollybrook. Info Tent open daily 9 AM – 9 PM with maps, schedules, and lost property.
  • ♿Fully accessible venues throughout. Accessible paths on the festival map. Mobility aids available at the Info Tent.
  • 🐕Well-behaved dogs on leads welcome in all outdoor areas. Doggy water stations along the market route.

🌡 What to Expect

December in Hollybrook means glorious summer — warm sunny days between 25°C and 34°C. Pack sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle. Evenings are beautifully balmy for outdoor events. Light layers recommended after dark. Most activities run in all weather.

🍽 Food & Drink

  • 🍦The Frangipani Café and Lemon Myrtle Eatery open early for festival breakfasts, cold pressed juice, and great coffee.
  • 🦞Festival stalls on Elm Lane serve fresh seafood, BBQ, summer salads, fruit cups, and cold drinks all day.
  • 🍺The Hollybrook Hotel has a special Christmas menu with local craft beers and a curated summer wine list on the beer garden all month.