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Flamingle all the way to Pink Flamingo’s holiday shows.

The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)
The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)

Christmas is coming in hot (and cheeky) at the Pink Flamingo Gold Coast where festive parties get a sassy twist! If you’re ready to swap the typical holiday dinner for something a little more… wild, it’s time to flock together with your crew and dive into a season of unforgettable nights out.

With their exclusive Christmas-themed show packages running from November 15 to December 21, Pink Flamingo has pulled out all the stops to deliver a glitter-filled, high-energy celebration that’s anything but traditional. But honestly, would we expect anything less from this iconic world-class entertainment venue?

The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)
The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)

RIPPED – Friendmas Package
How about Secret Santa, but make it spicy? With the RIPPED – Friendmas Package, you’ll kick off your Saturday with an hour of free-flowing drinks and chef-curated canapés, all before the real fun begins.

Meet the RIPPED boys—Gold Coast’s finest and most chiselled entertainers—ready to add a splash (or more) of Christmas cheer with jaw-dropping performances.

Whether you’re rounding up the gals or the whole friend group, this show is guaranteed to have everyone ho-ho-hollering with excitement. At just $79 per person it’s the ultimate girls’ day out or party starter for the festive season.

Grab your crew, grab a drink, and let the festive thrills begin!

The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)
The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)

Zirque La La – Christmas Special Package
For those looking to get their jingle on with a circus twist, the Zirque La La – Christmas Special Package is here to make your holiday dreams soar—literally! If you haven’t been to Pink Flamingo before, this is the show for you.

Every Thursday to Saturday, you’ll start the night with an hour of endless bubbles, wine, and beer, plus drool-worthy canapés. Then, buckle up as Zirque La La, Pink Flamingo’s signature show, takes you on a sleigh ride of epic proportions.

Picture gravity-defying acrobats, jaw-dropping aerial stunts, and comedy that’ll have you laughing till you glow like Rudolph’s nose.

With packages priced from $98 per person, this option is perfect for quirky corporate parties, friend reunions, or just treating yourself to a night of festive magic.

The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)
The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)

Zirque La La – A Splash of Christmas Show
Just here for the show? How about a holiday treat with a daytime twist? The Zirque La La – A Splash of Christmas Show brings Saturday matinees to life with a Christmas-infused, acrobatic spectacle that’ll make your heart race.

It’s the Zirque La La show you know and love, with an extra dose of holiday pizzazz—think aerial acts that reach for the stars, stunts that’ll make you gasp and comedy that’s as hot as a December breeze.

This is the perfect outing if you’re planning a Saturday celebration or looking for a unique holiday experience with friends. Dress up, get ready to be wowed! Prices start at $38 per person.

The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)
The Pink Flamingo Christmas, Gold Coast (image supplied)

Whether you’re in it for the acrobatics, the cheeky performers, or just want to sip on endless bubbles surrounded by sparkly holiday vibes, Pink Flamingo is the place to be.

With shows and packages for every taste and level of holiday spirit, there’s no better spot to kick off (or wrap up) your Christmas celebrations. Book now and make this Christmas one for the memory books.

Skip the awkward office party and flamingle with the fabulous this holiday season. For all the juicy details, tickets, and to get in on the flockin’ fabulous fun, go here – because a Christmas this wild only comes once a year!

Words by Belinda Symons

STORY SPONSORED BY PINK FLAMINGO GOLD COAST

‘Tis the season for the most spectacular Christmas celebration

GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)
GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)

Christmas is right around the corner! We’ll give you a minute for the inevitable “where did the time go” freak out. Ok, now that we’ve cracked open that Santa sack, let’s talk about how to make this season extra merry and bright. Those wishful letters to the North Pole are great, but we need something a bit more… substantial. And before you accuse us of jumping the gun a bit with talk about Christmas this is one event you need to know about way ahead of time.

Enter the annual Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre’s (GCCEC) Christmas extravaganza (with its free-flowing drinks. More on that later). Arguably the hottest ticket in town. And one that is guaranteed to sell out- consider yourself warned.

GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)
GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)

If you’re new in town, let us introduce you to the GCCEC’s tradition of hosting the Gold Coast’s most magical Christmas event. They’re like the Martha Stewart of throwing Christmas parties, without the insider trading. Year after year, the GCCEC finds new ways to sleigh their advent event, surpassing expectations and leaving attendees awestruck.

Is anyone else taking notes? We could all use a few tips to make our own holiday celebrations as festive and fantastic!

GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)
GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)

Whether you’re rounding up friends and fam or toasting another year of toiling with some corporate-style cheer for the work crew, the GCCEC Christmas event needs to be on your radar as you ponder the perfect festive season celebration for your fellow comrades. It’s been almost two decades since their first iconic event, and the city’s favourite Noel party has only grown in popularity, completely selling out tickets for the past five years—even over COVID!Needless to say, they are quite the spectacle.

This year’s theme is ‘Deck The Halls’, and we can assure you, no cookies or milk have been left on the table.

That’s your queue to book the babysitter —we have festivities to attend to.

GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)
GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)

Get set for a night of unforgettable Christmas merriment that’ll make even the North Pole jealous! A sumptuous four-course dinner and 4.5 hours of free-flowing premium refreshments sets the stage for an evening of festive delight. The dance floor awaits with your favourite decade hits from Stu Campbell and Magic Carpet Ride followed by live entertainment to keep the good times sleighing into the night.

Santa’s elves have nothing on the party planners here at GCCEC—it’s inevitable the evening will be packed with more cheer than a sleigh full of presents.

GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)
GCCEC Christmas event (image supplied)

All this for a very jolly $195 per person! I think it goes without saying that just like Santa on Christmas night, these tickets don’t stick around long. But don’t get your tinsel in a tangle! Tickets are still available, but they won’t be for long. Don’t miss out on the chance to jingle all the way to a night of holiday magic! The jolly man himself has even awarded this event 5 stars (credible stuff).

Grab your tickets here.

Where: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, 2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach
When: Saturday, 14th December 2024
Website: www.gccec.com.au
Instagram: @gccec

Words by Chelsea Ipsen

STORY SPONSORED BY GOLD COAST CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE

Deck the Halls, GCCEC Christmas event 2024 (image supplied)
Deck the Halls, GCCEC Christmas event 2024 (image supplied)

Yule love this feast!

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach Festive Celebrations (image supplied)
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach Festive Celebrations (image supplied)

Imagine a Christmas Day that doesn’t involve an extensive grocery list, meal planning with your in-laws, food prep or cooking. Now, that’s an idea! Well, the Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach has beat us to that thought and one-upped us. They’re here to host a most extraordinary Christmas Day lunch, ensuring every dish and decoration is taken care of. These tickets are limited so jump on now and book and then all you have to do come Christmas is sit back, relax and let lunch be served. Whoever said Christmas is just for kids has officially been refuted.

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)

Celebrate Christmas Day in opulence this year with a luxurious lunch inside the Grand Ballroom at the Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach. Don’t mind if we do! This year’s grandiose event has plenty in store for you and your loved ones, especially the enchanting transformation of the ballroom into a whimsical winter wonderland, making it pure ticket appeal!

Guests are in for a festive feast to remember! We’re talking a mouth-watering buffet selection of exquisite seafood and carvery, an array of starters, salads, and a wealth of traditional Christmas desserts and Australian cheeses. Don’t worry, we’re not about to skim the details- let’s dig into the extravagant Christmas lunch that waits before you!

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach Festive Celebrations (image supplied)
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach Festive Celebrations (image supplied)

Clears throat*. For starters and salads, we have freshly baked gourmet boulangerie, an extensive selection of antipasto, and artisanal salads including roasted cauliflower, cranberry and cashew and Persian feta, zucchini and sundried tomato. Then, of course, we have the classics with a Caesar, Niçoise and mixed leaf garden salad.

But wait, there’s more! Indulge in the freshest and finest selection of seafood with Whitsunday Tiger Prawns, freshly-shucked Pacific Oysters and Moreton Bay Bugs (to name a few highlights). For the hot varieties, standouts include pistachio and cranberry stuffed turkey, slow-roasted pork loin with that heavenly Christmas crackle we wait for year-long, and a twice-cooked lamb leg with red wine jus and mint jelly. And it would only be a proper Christmas lunch with carved ham, traditional honey-roasted ham, to be specific.

Christmas at Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)
Christmas at Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)

What’s Christmas without a little boujee booze? Are we right? To accompany the impressive buffet is a three-hour beverage package offering a selection of premium wines from famous winery regions in Australia, like Western Australia and New South Wales, including Cloud Street Chardonnay, Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc, and Louis Pommery Brut Sparkling (from France). For beer, enjoy James Boags Light and Premium, and Hahn Premium Superdry. Keep things sensible (or not) with tea and coffee, and the kids happy with juice and soft drinks.

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)

The treats don’t stop there (they just get better). End your feast with a variety of traditional sweet Christmas treats and decadent desserts, seasonal fruit and ice-cream. Then, feel the festive spirit take over with live entertainment from ‘Geed Up.’ This fun show from Brisbane blends hilarious comedy, soulful voices, and smooth harmonies with the biggest hits across genres. With a mix of energetic dance, DJ’ing, rapping, and vibrant light shows, ‘Geed Up’ is sure to get everyone laughing and dancing—a perfect fit for the holiday spirit! Watch little eyes light up with a special visit from Santa Claus himself.

Guests can bask in the warm and festive atmosphere alongside loved ones while seated at an intimate, tastefully decorated table of 10. You may even have the pleasure of enjoying Christmas lunch with some new and friendly faces (an underrated experience). For specific seating requests or dietary requirements note them under the “Special Requests” section of the ticket details page.

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach Hotel (image supplied)
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)

Tickets (including the three-hour beverage package) are $325 pp. Children aged 13-17 are $250 per ticket, and those aged 5-12 are $138. Children under 4 are free!

This event is destined to sell out so snap up your tickets here.

Where: Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach, Grand Ballroom, Level 1, Broadbeach
When: 12-3pm, Wednesday, 25 December 2024

Words by Chelsea Ipsen

STORY SPONSORED BY SOFITEL GOLD COAST BROADBEACH

9 Christmas Day feasts on the Gold Coast

Christmas Day Dining (image courtesy of Unsplash)
Christmas Day Dining (image courtesy of Unsplash)

Christmas on the Gold Coast is right around the corner, and if you’re anything like us, the thought of tackling a big festive feast after a morning of opening presents and popping bubbly sounds downright exhausting.

Luckily, there are plenty of local spots ready to handle the heavy lifting for you. Hang up the apron, ditch the dishes, and let the pros serve up a day of delicious indulgence with no cleanup required. Here’s your guide (north to south) to the best Christmas Day feasts on the Gold Coast. Word to the three wise men – these tickets are flying faster than Santa’s sleigh, so grab yours before they’re gone!

The Fireplace, InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort (image supplied)
The Fireplace, InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort (image supplied)

Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove
Offering two decadent dining experiences, spend your Christmas Day situated among Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove’s stellar surrounds and get amongst some fanciful fare to mark the occasion in the most delicious of ways.

If the thought of festive fine dining sparks a whole lot of joy for you – we present to you, option numero ono: the long, and lavish – Degustation Lunch. Secure your spot at this little advent affair for an all-inclusive experience hosted at The Fireplace, and prepare to sip and savour your way through your Christmas Day for $489pp.

If you’d rather take the night off following a jam-packed day of festivities (aka keep the arvo open for a very necessary nap) the Seafood Buffet Dinner option will be enticing on every level. With two convenient seatings available at 5 pm and 8 pm, get cosy at Cove Cafe and sidle up to a mouthwatering spread of traditional Christmas fare fused with modern Australian flavours. Tickets from $229 per person, children aged 5 to 12 are priced at $99 per child (ages 0-4 free with a paying adult).
Where: Sanctuary Cove, Manor Cir, Hope Island

Terraces at Sheraton Grand Mirage Gold Coast (image supplied)
Terraces at Sheraton Grand Mirage Gold Coast (image supplied)

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort
This year, Main Beach’s stellar Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, is poised to throw not one but two tantalising Christmas Day events – take your pick of the family-style feast in Horizon’s Room or the seafood buffet luncheon in Terraces Restaurant… either way, yule be left feeling rather jolly indeed.

From 12pm – 3pm, prepare to tuck into all the traditional festive provisions and trimmings – savour hot and cold seafood, succulent roast meats, seasonal roast vegetables, wholesome summer salads and decadent desserts.

Tickets for the Family-style feast event start at $129 for kids (ages 0-4 free) through to $259 for adults. Seafood buffet luncheon tickets are $319 per adult including a glass of champagne on arrival.
Where: Seaworld Drive, Main Beach

RACV Royal Pines, Benowa (image supplied)
RACV Royal Pines, Benowa (image supplied)

RACV Royal Pines Resort
Another festive contender for your consideration – round up your kin and revel in the Chrissy Day array at RACV Royal Pines, for an indulgent spread hosted within the impeccable surrounds of the Royal Benowa Ballroom.

Kicking off from from 12:00 pm, this year’s proceedings include a 3-hour beverage package along with all the traditional festive fare – delight in fresh Australian seafood, carved meats, and a selection of hot dishes, salads and desserts. Tickets start from $$49 for children aged 2-4 (ages 0-2 free) up to $298 per adult. Click here for all the details.
Where: Ross St, Benowa

Christmas at QT Gold Coast (image supplied)
Christmas at QT Gold Coast (image supplied)

QT Gold Coast
Families looking to converge for some magical (and mouthwatering) Christmas mems, look no further than the luxe QT luncheons – both the Ballroom and Bazaar (dinner also available) will be abuzz with beverage packages, a sumptuous spread of roasted meats, fresh seafood and decadent desserts. Christmas cheer also comes courtesy of a festive cocktail on arrival, and for kids under 12, a gift from Mr Claus himself.

Alternatively, avid foodies can treat themselves to an exquisite gastronomic experience at the adults-only Christmas Lunch at Yamagen. Get in the spirit with a meticulously crafted 7-course menu, a masterclass in Japanese dining with a showcase of seafood dishes with a Christmas twist. Tickets from $299 pp + BF, including an arrival cocktail and curated beverage pairings.

(Pssst – Santa called, he said you should go ahead and upgrade to the Premium Whisky/Wine/Sake Pairing, it is Christmas after all). Get all the details here.
Where: 7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise

Christmas Lunch at Hyde Paradiso, Surfers Paradise image supplied)
Christmas Lunch at Hyde Paradiso, Surfers Paradise image supplied)

Hyde Paradiso
This Dec 25, have a cracker of a (carefree) Christmas Day with all of the cheer and none of the tears, and lock in a spectacular seaside buffet lunch at Hyde Paradiso.

Find all the deets here to secure your spot – and score yourself a sneaky Chrissy morning sleep in while you’re at it – aka cut out the crack-of-dawn pilgrimage to the prawn trawlers altogether.. now that’s a Merry Christmas!
Where: Peppers Soul, Level 2/8 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise

voco Christmas lunch (image supplied)
voco Christmas lunch, Surfers Paradise (image supplied)

voco Gold Coast
We need not spend days toiling away in the kitchen, offload the preparations (read: stress) and let the voco pros handle your Chrissy day proceedings. Indulge in a banquet of iconic Christmas Day fare, such as fresh seafood, summer salads, succulent roast carvery, a variety of hot and cold dishes – complete with a mouthwatering dessert bar for your feasting pleasure. Plus, face painting and a sneaky cameo from the big man in red, for some extra special Christmas magic for the kiddos.

This little Chrissy extravaganza will set you back $289 per person, with children from $89 (ages 0-4 free).. and simultaneously deliver max satisfaction and zero stress in the process. Find out more here.
Where: 31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise

Festive Season at The Langham, Gold Coast (image supplied)
Festive Season at The Langham, Gold Coast (image supplied)

The Langham Gold Coast
Are you and/or the fam fans of the finer things? Then look no further than The Langham for your December 25 festivities, friends. As a destination with a rep for all things luxury, our unofficial dealers of decadence are especially equipped to deliver a swanky Christmas Day.

The Christmas Lunch Buffet in Akoya includes a 2 hour beverage package, ocean views and a seafood buffet for $449 per adult and $210 per teenager. Or if you’d prefer to spend the day at the beach and feast in the evening the Dinner Buffet is $319 per adult and $80 per child (ages 0-4 free).

Alternatively, the swoon worthy Diamond Ballroom Family Christmas Lunch buffet includes fresh local seafood, a crudo and oyster bar, live barbeque with premium meats such as wagyu steaks (feat. sausage sizzle for the littles) salads, desserts and more. This stellar shindig kicks off from 12pm, with tickets ranging from $155 per child (ages 0-4 free) to $495 per adult inc. premium beverage package.
Where: 38 Old Burleigh Rd, Surfers Paradise

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach (image supplied)

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
Assemble your nearest and dearest for a delicious ripper of a Christmas celebration at the Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach this year. They will host a most extraordinary Christmas Day lunch, ensuring every dish and decoration is taken care of.  We’re talking a mouth-watering buffet selection of exquisite seafood and carvery, an array of starters, salads, and a wealth of traditional Christmas desserts and Australian cheeses. These tickets are limited so jump on now and book and then all you have to do come Christmas is sit back, relax and let lunch be served. Go here for all the delicious details.
Where: 81 Surf Parade, Broadbeach

Festive celebrations at The Star Gold Coast (image supplied)
Christmas parties at The Star Gold Coast (image supplied)

The Star Gold Coast
Who better equipped to handle our merry munches than the veritable recreation wonderland that awaits at The Star? They literally spend 365 days a year honing their impeccable hosting skills… and an atmosphere primed for fun and frivolity is kind of their whole schtick.

Check out the epic array of shindigs on offer here for the ‘star’ on the top of a tree-mendous Chrissy Day. Pssst, there are even gourmet hampers available for stress-free hosting.. (feel free to steal all the glory, our lips are sealed).
Where:1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach

Words by Belinda Symons

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