Four unique Christmas events to check out in the Townsville region this weekend

Townsville locals can rave for charity, adopt rescued pets or meet Santa in a hot rod this weekend as the city hosts four festive events.

Photo features Juliette Bonanno at the Christmas Rave at Otherwise Bar.

12th Dec, 9pm-3am

12th Dec, 9pm-3am

This Friday night, rave for a cause at the Techno Naughty List Rave at Otherwise Bar, 87-95 Flinders St, Townsville City. Kicking off at 9pm, party through the night until 3am to hard, peak-time and driving techno. From every ticket sold $1 goes towards Happy Feat Townsville, an inspirational not-for-profit dance organisation supporting people with disability and differing abilities of all ages. For night-life lovers who found their company Christmas parties lacking, Joyn Us presents an end-of-year event designed as a non-traditional alternative to the standard holiday gathering with free goodie bags to take home. Performers include Kara Enigma, Jordan Galliott, Joshua Brooks and The Wicked Dancers. Get in while you can as second release tickets are $15, and third release tickets are $20.

Pets Domain Ayr Adoption Day & Sausage Sizzle

13th Dec, 10am-2pm

Get ready for a heartwarming adoption Day and sausage sizzle this Saturday at Pets Domain Ayr, proudly partnered with Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc. Thanks to the generosity of customers and animal lovers, the rescued animals are in for a treat with a staggering 156 Secret Santa gifts donated this week for them to unwrap! Head to 93 Graham St, Ayr to share a festive sausage, watch the animals enjoy their presents, and give a deserving pet the greatest gift of all, a loving home.

Meet Poppy - The sweetheart with a rough past looking for her forever home.

Meet Patches the three-year-old mastiff x bull arab boy

Mount Louisa Christmas fair

13th Dec, 5-9pm

But if welcoming a new pet into your life isn’t on your Christmas list this year, you can still immerse yourself fully in the holiday cheer this Saturday at the Mount Louisa Annual Christmas Fair. This beloved community event funded by the Townsville City Council offers free entry, fairy floss and a spectacular array of free entertainment, making it the perfect destination for a family night out. Stroll through the grounds and explore over 50 diverse market stalls perfect for finding unique gifts, indulge in various food trucks, and watch the kids enjoy complimentary fun like face painting and jumping castles. With live music setting a festive mood and a classic car display of American muscle and hot rods, it’s the ideal way to get into the Christmas spirit without spending a fortune.

Last years Mount Louisa Christmas Fair market stalls

Santa’s Hot Rod Hangout

13th Dec, 10am – 2pm

Rev up your Christmas spirit this Saturday! Grab the kids and head down to the Kool Cars and Kustoms Christmas Celebration for a unique holiday experience. Located at the garage (46 Punari St, Currajong), this event is a must-see for car enthusiasts and families alike. Santa Claus is ditching the sleigh and arriving in a hot, custom ride! This is your chance to snap an unforgettable photo with Santa right in a gleaming hot rod. While you’re there, enjoy browsing stunning displays of hot rod and muscle cars guaranteed to impress. The festive fun continues with a chance to meet the mischievous Grinch, get creative with face painting, and enter the fun “Count Santa’s Elves” competition for a chance to win a $100 voucher. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your hot rod on this Saturday!

Santa in his new whip with Lucynnda Davison-Atkins (left) and Georgia Gurney (right)

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