Christmas on the Coast

Xmas tree

Celebrate Christmas on the Central Coast

Get ready to soak up the magic of the festive season right here on the Central Coast! From beachside Christmas lunches to joyful carolling in our town centre parks, there’s something for everyone in the community to enjoy.

We’ve rounded up the best free activities to help you make the most of the holidays – think twinkling tree lightings, vibrant Christmas markets, delicious places to dine on Christmas Day, and even a chance to meet Santa himself! Don’t forget to cast your vote for the most dazzling festive shop window display created by our local businesses.

Whether you're a local or visiting, there’s no better place to celebrate Christmas than with the Central Coast community. Let the festivities begin!

Competition winners announced!

A huge congratulations to the winners of this year’s Christmas Window Display Competition! Our town centres brought the festive magic to life, and your creativity lit up the Coast!

The following businesses have won the Christmas Window Display Competition*

Gosford: FunHaus / Gosford Arts
Terrigal: LJ Hooker
The Entrance: Toast & Co
Toukley: Universal Mortgage Experts  
Wyong: Amour Hair

Winners of voting by community members for their favourite display* 

Gosford: Deane Barnett
Terrigal: Jamie Horwood
The Entrance: Maria Correa
Toukley: Tiffany Ballard
Wyong: Nicole Masters

*Prize winners will be notified via email

Thank you to all participating businesses and our wonderful community for spreading so much Christmas cheer across the Coast! 

Christmas Tree

Christmas decorations

Throughout December, Gosford, The Entrance, Wyong, Toukley and Terrigal will come alive with Christmas decorations. There will be larger than life Christmas trees in Gosford, The Entrance and Toukley, along with wreath installations, photo moment installations and decorations in Wyong and Terrigal.

Free Santa photos

The Gallery Container at Toukley will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland. Come back next year for more festive fun!

Santa photo

Helpful tips

Public transport

We encourage you to travel by public transport. We advise you to plan your journey and allow extra time during this busy season.

Drive safely

We urge people to drive safely throughout the Central Coast. Some key roads around event locations will be affected over the Christmas and New Year period, please see any updates here. Stick to speed limits and expect some delays with increased traffic around the region.

Car parking

Gosford: Gosford City Car Park (current remediation works may impact parking availability, Gosford Imperial Centre carpark, Gosford Station carpark.
Terrigal: Wilson Road multi-storey carpark, Terrigal foreshore and the Haven.
The Entrance: Marine Parade Carpark, Coral Street multi story carpark, north side of The Entrance bridge.
Toukley: Yaralla Road carpark, Victoria Avenue carpark, Summerside Street carpark.
Woy Woy: Peninsula Plaza carpark, Deepwater Plaza carpark, Lions Park carpark and James Browne Oval carpark.
Wyong: Village Central Wyong carpark and street parking: Hely Street, Alison Road and Rankens Court.

Sustainability pledge

We encourage our community and our guests to tread lightly and go slow on the NSW Central Coast. We invite you to respect our slice of paradise by checking out some simple 'house rules' via our Sustainability Pledge.

Santa on the Central Coast

Plan your visit to the Central Coast

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Eating out

You'll be spoilt for choice this festive season with a mouth-watering selection of food options across our vibrant town centres. Whether you're after a relaxed beachside brunch, a cosy café catch-up, or a festive feast with all the trimmings, there's something to satisfy every craving. 

From Terrigal to Toukley, local eateries are serving up delicious seasonal menus and holiday specials perfect for celebrating with friends and family. Explore our festive food guide to discover where to eat, drink and be merry this Christmas. Your tastebuds will thank you!

Places to stay

Looking for the perfect place to stay this festive season? Whether you're planning a relaxing escape or a fun-filled family holiday, the Central Coast has you covered. Discover a wide range of accommodation options to suit every style and budget, from tranquil hinterland hideaways nestled in nature, to sun-drenched holiday parks ideal for families, and chic beachside boutiques just steps from the sand. Whether you're after a cosy cabin, a luxury retreat, or a laid-back coastal vibe, there's something for everyone. Make this Christmas one to remember with a stay that’s as magical as the season itself.

pretty beach house accommodation

Discover what else is happening this festive season...

Follow the Christmas window trail...

From 1 December 2025 - 3 January 2026, follow the town centre Christmas window trail through Terrigal, Gosford, The Entrance, Wyong and Toukley. Vote for your favourite window as local businesses fill their shop fronts with a stunning festive displays

Christmas Gift Guide

The Central Coast’s resilient, creative small businesses give our community its colour, so we’ve created an essential holiday guide to help you support them by shopping, dining and celebrating local produce, wares, art and talent!
Wyong community carols

Wyong Community Carols

Gather family and friends and get into the spirit of Christmas with free community Christmas carols at Wyong High School on Saturday 6 December. Come along from 5.30pm and sing along to all your favourite carols and enjoy a firework display afterwards.

Christmas Eve Community Carols

Join us for a festive community celebration with Christmas carols and songs, accompanied by the Central Coast Philharmonia Choir and Gosford City Brass Band in a safe, inclusive, welcoming space.

Carols in the Park

Celebrate Christmas Eve at Carols in the Park 2025, presented by The Greens The Entrance. Enjoy live entertainment, festive fun, and sing along to classic and modern carols performed by local talent and The House Band in Memorial Park.