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Carols in the Gardens is back in 2026!
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Star101.9 & 4MK's Carols in the Gardens, proudly brought to you by Glencore & Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.
When: Saturday 5 December 2026
Time: 4:30pm – 8:30pm
Where: Meadowlands Amphitheatre
Gather your family and friends and join us for Mackay's favourite Christmas celebration, packed with festive entertainment, family fun and Christmas spirit.
What's On:
🎤 Live Carols & Entertainment - Sing along to your favourite Christmas songs and enjoy performances from talented local singers, schools and community groups.
🎡 Kids Adventureland - Enjoy rides, jumping castles and activities guaranteed to keep the little ones entertained all evening.
🎅 Santa's Arrival - Meet Santa, snap a festive photo and experience a little Christmas magic.
✨ Christmas Light Spectacular - Watch Meadowlands come alive with a dazzling light display and festive surprises throughout the night.
🍔 Festive Eat Street - Choose from a range of delicious food trucks, sweet treats and refreshments.
⭐ VIP Experience - Lucky winners will enjoy the best seats in the house, exclusive goodies and special festive surprises.
🎄 Community Christmas Celebration - Spread out a picnic rug, relax with family and friends, and enjoy a night of music, joy and togetherness under the stars.
✨ Santas Door Raffle- Everyone who joins, will have the chance to win a Christmas pack drawn by Santa himself!
Best of all, Carols in the Gardens is a free community event, giving everyone the chance to come together and celebrate the season.
We can't wait to see you there for a magical evening of Christmas cheer!
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Event venue
Meadowlands Amphitheater, Mackay West, Australia
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