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Last years event proved to be a jolly-good success! Photo source: Star 101.9 Mackay
Christmas cheer will once again fill the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, with the much-loved Carols in the Gardens returning for another evening of festive entertainment and family fun.
Proudly presented by Star 101.9 and 4MK, in partnership with Glencore and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, the annual celebration has become a popular fixture on the local Christmas calendar, bringing families and friends together to enjoy the magic of the season.
This year’s event will take place on Saturday 5th December, from 4.30pm to 8.30pm at the Meadowlands Amphitheatre, with a full evening of entertainment planned for the community.
Local singers, schools and community groups will take to the stage for a selection of much-loved Christmas carols and live performances, giving residents the chance to sing along to some festive favourites.
There will be plenty happening beyond the stage, too, with Kids Adventureland offering rides, jumping castles and activities to keep younger visitors entertained throughout the evening.
For those looking to settle in for the evening, Festive Eat Street will feature a range of food trucks, sweet treats and refreshments, while visitors are encouraged to bring along a picnic rug, gather their loved ones and enjoy the celebrations beneath the stars.
There will also be a chance to take home something extra for Christmas, with Santa’s Door Raffle giving attendees the opportunity to win a Christmas pack drawn by Santa himself. Lucky winners of the VIP experience will also enjoy special seating, exclusive goodies and festive surprises.
Best of all, the event is free to attend, making it an opportunity for the wider Mackay community to come together and enjoy a little Christmas magic without the cost.
Whether it’s singing along to familiar carols, watching the children enjoy the festivities or simply catching up with friends and family, Carols in the Gardens promises another memorable night on Mackay’s Christmas calendar.
Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars, bring a picnic rug and make an evening of it at the Meadowlands Amphitheatre on Saturday 5th December!

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