4 must-see events in Brisbane this Decemb

Brisbane is certainly a great holiday destination in December. There are plenty of events, live shows and special performances to keep you entertained. No wonder so many tourists flock to Brisbane for a summer holiday in December.

If you’re planning to visit Brisbane with your family this December, there are some great family-friendly Brisbane events to forward to. Ranging from Christmas carols to fireworks, musical shows and a fun run event, Brisbane features it all this December.

So, continue reading this article as I list 4 must-see events in Brisbane this December. Make sure to add them all to your holiday itinerary.

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1. Matilda the Musical

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Matilda the Musical is one of the best family-friendly Brisbane events that’ll take place this December. In fact, many of our guests are visiting Brisbane just to see this musical.

A stage musical, Matilda the Musical has already won the hearts of millions worldwide. After shows selling out in London, Melbourne and Broadway, this musical is all set to hit Brisbane. This event is a must visit, whether you’re a local or a tourist in Brisbane.

Matilda the Musical will be held from Friday, December 2, 2016 to Sunday, February 12, 2017 at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre. Tickets to this show range from $55 up to $175.

2. Wakerley Rotary Christmas Carols

One of the biggest family-friendly Brisbane events this December is the Wakerley Rotary Christmas Carols. This special event will showcase international cuisine, live music, sing-alongs and fireworks – the perfect way to set the tone for Christmas. Whether you’re with friends or family, attending this Christmas Carol celebrations is a must!

Wakerley Christmas Carols will take place on Saturday, December 3 from 4:30pm-9:15pm. This event is completely free for everyone to attend.

3. Variety Santa Fun Run

No Christmas celebrations can be complete without Santa. Thankfully, Brisbane has this covered. Brisbane will be hosting the Variety Santa Fun Run – a wonderful way to kick-start the festive month of December.

Variety Santa Fun Run is a non-competitive event, in which you can run, jog or stroll around a 5km course. This event looks to include everybody and parents with prams and individuals in wheelchairs can also take part in it. Furthermore, this event is held for a worthy cause, with proceeds going towards underprivileged children. Make sure to attend this fun run to make a difference!

Variety Santa Fun Run will be held on Sunday, December 4 from 6:45am-9:30am. Tickets for children cost $20, while those for adults cost $35. You can even avail of family tickets (2 children and 2 adults) at a special discounted price of $80.

4. The Enchanted Garden

The last few days before Christmas are often the most celebrated. This is exactly what The Enchanted Garden is all about. Leading up to Christmas, the Spectacle Garden at Roma Street Parklands will be transformed into The Enchanted Garden. With spectacular lighting displays, lantern making workshops and great entertainment, this is one of the most exceptional family-friendly Brisbane events this December.

The Enchanted Garden will be held from Friday, December 9 to Sunday, December 18 from 6:30pm-9:00pm at Roma Street Parklands. You can walk into Roma Street Parklands to attend this event completely free of cost.

I recommend that you book your accommodation in Brisbane with us at Bridgewater Terraces. We offer a range of luxurious and spacious 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, which are ideal for families. Best of all, our apartments start as low as $155 for a 2 bed on a 7 night stay and $250 for a 3 bed on a 7 night stay.

Conclusion:

If you’re visiting Brisbane with your family this December, you must attend a few events. These include Matilda the Musical, Wakerley Rotary Christmas Carols, Variety Santa Fun Run and The Enchanted Garden. These family-friendly Brisbane events will certainly make your holiday a memorable one.

To book accommodation with us, simply give us a call at 07 3435 5216. We’ll be more than happy to make you a reservation.

About Denis Goodman

Denis is the manager of Bridgewater Terraces and has a long history with accommodation and property management rights. He brings his knowledge and experiences into his writer to help holiday makers have a wonderful holiday.
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gillian wickens

02:12 12 Nov 18

Lovely spacious apartment with large terrace looking out over the Brisbane River. Brilliant.

Kirill Kononov

03:20 10 Aug 17

Stopped there for 3 weeks. Good location, nice internal facilities. Rooms were not cleaned well enough. Dust here and there, plus found an old razor in the bathroom. however I would put 3.5 stars for overall experience which wasn't bad. My major concern is safety and security of the apartments. My car was broken into at night on secure underground parking. Car's door was broken and my personal belongings were stolen. Management told me they are not responsible for the damage and loss because of the signs they put on parking walls. This accident put my rating down to 1 star.If you have a car I would recommend to park it underground despite the secure gates installed.

Michelle Inggs

02:08 29 Aug 17

Bridgewater terraces is the perfect place to stay for business or leisure. It is conveniently located within reach of Southbank, the CBD, local hospitals and convention centres ect. I stayed at the apartment for over 2 months and thoroughly enjoyed my time. I found the complex to be perfectly manicured and maintained, quiet and loved the cafe next doors. The river view is also very relaxing. The location is perfect for children and my kids loved walking through the gardens, splashing in the pool and walking to the nearby park and playground. Ray and Dennis in management were very helpful, attentive, compassionate and a pleasure to deal with.

brian levine

06:05 18 Jun 16

Booked to stay at Bridgewater Terraces and looked forward to our visit. The views of the river are magnificent and this was the main, and as it turned out, the ONLY attraction.Initially the room looked OK until we discovered that it appeared NOT to have been cleaned! The old cooker was filthy and had to be scrubbed before we could use it. None of the cutlery or dishes were from same sets. The windows may have been wiped, but with a greasy rag. Having completed our own clean we sat down on a badly worn, sagging sofa which had stains and grease marks all over it. If that wasn't bad enough, the shower screen came off its rusty rails and there were many loose surrounding tiles. When the tumbler drier gave up, so did we and we checked out!Such a pity, Well manicured gardens and a fantastic location but the apartment interior was old and tattered and from our experience, very little effective management. Just to put the boot in, wifi is NOT free and is horrendously expensive. Stay here at your peril!!

Justin Ward

11:21 30 Aug 17

Nice and peaceful. Clean rooms stones throw from story bridge hotel.

Marto Dowabobo

00:07 10 Jun 18

Excellent in everything

Harry Kim

23:54 14 Mar 16

Stayed here with a few guests and booked 3 rooms during February. Reception were only too kind and gave us really good tips on the Brisbane area. Rooms were spacious and quite modern. Everyone in our party enjoyed the stay and would definitely come back.

Frankly YouzACoopa

10:02 18 Dec 18

Stars rounded up because management were friendly. We got a neat well furnished apartment looking over the river. Appliances are modern but the washer and dryer are cheap. The dryer is faulty but useable if you jury-rig it. The bathroom floor drain doesnt have a trap so youre best off covering it to prevent air from venting out. Everything else was nice, the pool is a plus and the location is good.