Festive makeover begins across the Fraser Coast
Published on 09 November 2026
- Christmas decorations will start appearing across the Fraser Coast from today
- Christmas tree lighting celebrations will be held in Maryborough on 21 November and Hervey Bay on 27 November
- More than 20 festive events and activities are planned across the region in the lead-up to Christmas
The Fraser Coast’s festive makeover is underway, with Hervey Bay’s Christmas tree installed at City Park today (Monday 9 November) and Maryborough’s tree set to go up tomorrow (Tuesday 10 November) as Christmas decorations start appearing across the region.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the decorations would help bring the Christmas spirit to local streets, parks and public spaces ahead of two major community tree lighting celebrations.
“Christmas is a wonderful time to come together with family, friends and neighbours, and we're looking forward to spreading some festive cheer right across the Fraser Coast,” he said.
“Over the coming weeks, residents will start seeing Christmas decorations appearing in popular locations, including Maryborough City Hall, City Park, the Hervey Bay Community Hub, the Esplanade and other public spaces.
“Our Christmas trees will once again take pride of place outside Maryborough City Hall and beside Nala the whale at City Park in Hervey Bay, ready for their official lighting celebrations later this month.”
Cr Seymour said the first tree lighting celebration would be held as part of the Mary Christmas CBD Street Party on Saturday 21 November, from 4pm to 8pm.
“Maryborough's CBD will come alive with live music, market stalls, food vans, Santa's Workshop and plenty of activities for children and families,” he said.
“The community Christmas tree lighting will be a highlight of the night, and we encourage everyone to come along, enjoy the celebrations and support our local businesses.”
The Hervey Bay Christmas Tree Lighting will follow on Friday 27 November, from 4.30pm to 8pm at City Park in Pialba.
Families can enjoy live music, performances, food trucks, market stalls, face painting, gingerbread decorating, Christmas crafts and a visit from Santa and Mrs Claus.
There will also be a festive scavenger hunt, prizes for the best dressed and plenty of entertainment before the Christmas tree lights up later in the evening.
Cr Seymour said the tree lighting celebrations were among more than 20 events and activities planned as part of Festive Fraser Coast 2026.
“There's plenty to look forward to this Christmas, from community carols and markets to Christmas lights displays, library activities and opportunities to shop locally,” he said.
“We're also getting the new Hervey Bay Community Hub into the festive spirit, with Christmas lighting and displays, while Council's Giving Train is already collecting donations to support local families doing it tough.
“Whether you're attending a Christmas event, exploring the lights or doing some Christmas shopping, we encourage everyone to get involved, support local businesses and enjoy everything our region has to offer.”
Residents and businesses are also encouraged to register their Christmas lights displays for inclusion on Council's online Christmas Lights Trail map by 5pm on Friday 20 November.
The interactive map will be available from 1 December, helping families plan their Christmas lights adventures across the Fraser Coast.
For more information about Festive Fraser Coast events and activities, visitwww.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/festive