Redlands Coast Lighting of the Christmas Tree
Redland City Council's much loved Redlands Coast Lighting of the Christmas Tree is set to shine over two magical nights in 2025, officially launching the Christmas on Redlands Coast festive season.
The free community celebration will take place on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 November and will feature Christmas carols performed live on stage, lighting displays, roving performers, kids rides and activities, food trucks, market stalls and the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree.
Families can also enjoy a free photo with Santa and a Christmas movie on the big screen − a perfect way to end a joyful night.
Event Details
When: 4.30pm−8.30pm, Friday 28–Saturday 29 November 2025
Where: Raby Bay Harbour Park, Shore Street West, Cleveland
What: Live stage entertainment by some of our finest local talent | Santa | Lighting of the Christmas tree | Food trucks | Market stalls | Kids’ rides and activities | Christmas movie in the park
Tickets
Redlands Coast Lighting of the Christmas Tree is a free community event. No tickets needed. Just gather your family, bring along a picnic blanket or camp chairs, and enjoy a festive evening filled with Christmas cheer.
What’s on
An entertaining program of activities will take place on both nights starting from 4.30pm featuring Christmas carols on stage, roving performers, Santa photos, rides, activities and market stalls. There will be plenty of food trucks available or visit one of the local restaurants.
Countdown to the lighting of the Christmas tree from 6.30pm then settle in to watch the Christmas movie in the park from 7.15pm. The event will conclude at 8.30pm.
Stallholders
Applications for stallholders have now closed. No late applications can be accepted.
Performers
Applications for performers have now closed. No late applications can be accepted.
Accessibility
The Redlands Coast Lighting of the Christmas Tree at Raby Bay Harbour Park is wheelchair accessible.
Closed captions will be available for the Christmas movie in the park.
For any other special assistance inquiries, please contact the events team via email at events@redland.qld.gov.au.
What can I bring to the Lighting of the Christmas Tree
Bring yourselves and your families of course! Chairs, blankets, picnics, food and drinks can be brought in. However, glass, metal cutlery and alcohol is not permitted. Please refer to the full list below of permitted and prohibited items.
Permitted items
- Hat, sunscreen, glasses
- Poncho
- Small umbrellas
- Water
- Picnic rug
- Small picnic and camping chair (the front section will be designated for blankets only)
- Beach trolleys
- Eskies
- Food and drinks (non-alcoholic beverages only and no glass permitted)
Prohibited items
- No alcohol and illegal substances
- No large umbrellas, tents or tables
- No glass/sharp objects, metal cutlery or weapons inc cheese knives
- No bean bags, large deck chairs or reclining chairs
- No flammable or explosive items or liquids
- No lasers, laser pointers and torches
- No drones or unmanned aircrafts
- No pets except for service animals e.g. guide dogs and assistant dogs
- No unauthorised advertising materials
- No smoking or vaping.
Further information
For more information, please contact Council's events team via email at events@redland.qld.gov.au.
Thank you to event supporters
