Mudgee is set to burst into life as the festive season gets into full swing, because Christmas isn’t just about one day it’s also about all of the fun and frivolity that comes before it.
There will be plenty of things coming up to get you into the Christmas spirit in Mudgee, from carols to Christmas markets and lights displays.
There’ll be something for everyone, so mark these in your calendar as you count down to Christmas day.
December 3
– Rotary Christmas Carnival at Kandos Pool
Rotary’s Christmas Carnival is being held at the Kandos Pool where there will be a visit from Santa, stalls to purchase those hard to find treasures and yummy food all round. Don’t forget to bring swimmers so you can make a splash too!
For more details: Contact David Fuller on 0427 919 961,
– Mudgee Makers Christmas Market
Start your Christmas shopping early at the Mudgee Makers Markets where you can chat to the makers themselves and help support local industry.
The Makers Market is held on the corner of Church and Market streets from 8:30am to 12:30pm.
For more details: Visit http://mudgeefinefoods.com.au
December 10
– Lions Twilight Christmas Markets
Shop for unique handmade gifts and spend a fun evening with family and friends. There will be market stalls, food, games, giveaways, a jumping castle, obstacle course, chocolate wheel and more.
Find the markets at Lawson Park from 5pm.
For more details: Contact David: 02 6373 3374 or visit facebook.com.au/lionsclubmudgee
December 11
– Twilight Carols by Cudgegong Christian Churches
Get your singing voices ready for carols with Cudgegong Christian Churches. From 6:30pm there will be a BBQ, face painting, nativity dress up and much more
The event will be held in the Anglican Church Grounds in Mudgee.
December 17
– Carols in Mudgee
Organised by Mudgee Rotary Clubs, the Mudgee Carols are a popular way to get into the festive spirit.
The gates of the Mudgee Showground are open from 4pm- 9:30pm with entry at Nicholson and Douro Streets.
For more details: Call 02 6378 2850.
– Mudgee Farmers Markets
Stock up on yummy Christmas goodies at the Mudgee Farmers Markets where you know the food has been grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked, smoked or processed by the stallholders themselves.
The markets are held in the grounds of St Mary’s Catholic Church, on the corner of Market & Church streets from 830am to 1230pm.
For more details: Call 0407 288 797.
December 21 & 22
– Christmas Light Tours
McDermott Chartours are running Christmas Light coach tours around Mudgee to give everyone the opportunity to discover the best lights around town.
For more details: Call 0402 913 651.
If you have more events you’d like to add to the list then let us know by leaving a comment.
And stay tuned for next week when we’ll list where to visit on Christmas Day.