10 things to do
Get into the festive spirit this weekend with these activities
1. Carols on the Green
WHEN: Tomorrow, 6.30pm WHERE: The Highfields Hub, 55 Highfields Rd
BRING a rug or bean bags and slip your shoes off while you enjoy barefoot carols on the green, celebrating the birth of Jesus.
Socks and flat soled shoes can also be worn.
There will be pulled beef and gravy rolls, and snacks and drinks to buy.
Parking is available at the Highfields Hub, and at the kindy off Andersson Ct.
There is a wet weather venue, so the carols will go ahead rain or shine.
2. M.S. Dance USQ
WHEN: Today, 8pm
WHERE: MS Hall, USQ, Baker
St
COME and enjoy a fun-filled night of old-fashioned dancing.
There will be a lucky-door prize, Monte Carlo and lucky spots.
Dance along to live music by Jim Kelly. Admission is $10 and includes supper.
3. My Local Feast
WHEN: Today, 7am-1pm WHERE: Under the windmills beside Cobb and Co
MY LOCAL Feast Farmers’ market is the perfect place to grab a swag of local produce for the Christmas spread.
There will be a huge range of locally-grown fruit and vegetables as well as fresh-made pasta, chutneys, jams, ethically-raised meats, eggs, bread, olives and plenty more.
4. Festivus
WHEN: Today, 6pm
WHERE: The Spotted Cow FESTIVUS is probably the most important holiday on the calendar for Seinfeld fans and
those seeking alternative to the pressures and commercialism of the Christmas season.
Practices include the Festivus pole, Festivus dinner, The Airing of Grievances, Feats of Strength and there might even be a few Festivus miracles.
5. Toowoomba’s Christmas Wonderland
WHEN: Today, and tomorrow, 7pm to 10pm
WHERE: Queens Park Gardens THIS traditional Christmas lights display runs until tonight offering the joy and spirit of Christmas to young and old.
The event is hosted by the Lions Club of Toowoomba West.
There will be entertainment from local groups and
individuals as well as a barbecue sausage sizzle.
Entry is a gold-coin donation.
6. See some Christmas trees
WHEN: Any time
WHERE: New England Highway near Pechey
BEAT the heat and head out for a nice family drive north of Toowoomba to see some beautiful Christmas trees decorated by anonymous members of the Crows Nest community.
Find 20-30 stunning trees from the overtaking lane to the Goombungee turnoff coming towards Crows Nest.
7. Last Party before Christmas
WHEN: Today, 2pm-midnight WHERE: God’s Squad clubhouse, 42 Brisbane St,
Drayton
GOD’S Squad CMC is set to host Toowoomba’s “Last Party Before Christmas”.
Come and see the bike show and shine and enjoy a barbecue as well as live music and fellowship.
The barbecue is $5 per person.
8. Christmas Oasis
WHEN: Today, from 11am
WHERE: Clifford park Racecourse
NEED some rest and relaxation before Christmas Day?
Head to the Clifford Park Christmas Oasis!
There will be live local day racing, live music by Kane Maher Music and “Oasis” bars on the front lawn.
It is the perfect remedy to help you escape the Christmas madness.
9. PCYC markets
WHEN: Tomorrow, 7am-12.30pm
WHERE: Toowoomba PCYC, James St
KNOCK over all the last-minute Christmas shopping at the popular PCYC markets.
From last-minute gifts to fresh fruit and veg, this market will help you tie up the last festive loose ends.
10. Christmas lights
WHEN: Today and tomorrow WHERE: Various locations TAKE the kids for a drive in the evening and check out the fantastically decorated houses in the Garden City and surrounds.
Many homes have been decked out in true festive style with lights and decorations for The Chronicle Christmas Lights Competition.
A map of the competition entrants can be found at thechronicle.com.au.