The festive season is upon us once again, with residents hanging up their Christmas lights and decorating trees, and kids restlessly waiting out the final hours of the school year.
To immerse the Kyabram community in the festive spirit, a delightful array of Christmas carol events are being held across the region, offering beloved classics, contemporary favourites and festive fun for all ages.
To help you plan your festive outings, the Free Press has compiled a comprehensive guide to the family-friendly carol events in the lead-up to Christmas.
Stanhope Christmas Carols
Stanhope will turn into ‘Santa-hope’ for one evening when the big man himself visits Birdwood Ave for a night of Christmas melodies and activities.
The Rushworth & District Concert Band will be putting on a show and Stanhope Primary School and Shine Bright kindergarten children are set to sing all the Christmas classics.
There will be a jumping castle, a free barbecue and drinks to purchase.
When: Friday, December 13 from 6pm.
Where: Birdwood Ave, Stanhope.
Tongala Carols by Candlelight
Tongala Carols by Candlelight is back for another year, and the students of St Patrick’s and Tongala primary schools are ready to put on a performance of a lifetime.
The Tongala Lions Club will be cooking up a free barbecue, and a jumping castle and plenty of other activities will be on offer to keep kids busy.
Bring along a picnic blanket, a chair and some mozzie repellent, and be on the lookout for a man in a red suit who is expected to make a special appearance.
When: Saturday, December 14 from 6pm.
Where: Tongala Soundshell, Mangan St, Tongala.
Kyabram Churches Christmas Carols
The Kyabram Christmas Carols unites three churches across the town for one special evening of singing, dancing and community festive spirit.
Carols are set to kick off at 7.45pm, with performances from Combined Churches House Band, the Rushworth & District Concert Band and local primary school students.
Aside from the music, activities such as camel rides (for $5) and games will be on offer for kids, while a free barbecue and food trucks will be available to keep tummies filled.
A fireworks show will conclude the night.
When: Thursday, December 19 from 5pm
Where: Memorial Gardens, Allan St, Kyabram.
Kyabram Living Waters Carols
The Kyabram Living Waters Church will be holding the final carols event before the big day itself, with carols and carnival fun on offer to get families in the festive spirit.
There will be a jumping castle, face painting and an animal farm for children while parents can sit and watch the carols while eating a free dinner, drinking barista-made coffee and finishing off with a DairyFresh Gelato.
There are limited places for this event, please RSVP for free at tinyurl.com/5547d7w
When: Saturday, December 21 from 6pm.
Where: Living Waters Church, Allan St, Kyabram.