We’re finally allowed to get out and about again and you can bet there’ll be plenty of local places and events eager to welcome customers back.

If you’re looking for the perfect place to host an end of year office party, Christmas catch-up with friends, or a fun day out in the Sutherland Shire, we’ve got you covered.

 

South Village Kids – Christmas Movie Nights

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at South Village and they’re celebrating the silly season by giving kids (and parents) a night full of Christmas joy. South Village will be turned into a full-blown festive frenzy with a special kids only screening of Christmas Movies. Kids are encouraged to wear their wackiest Christmas shirt but also to bring a snuggly blanket or jacket in case it gets cold.

Tickets ($20 per child) include silent headphones, a comfy bean bag to relax in, child minding and a screening of a favourite Christmas movie.

MOVIE: The Grinch (G), movie run time is 1hr 25min. Thursday 2nd December
MOVIE: The Polar Express (G), movie run time is 1hr 40min. Friday 3rd December
MOVIE: Elf (G), movie run time is 1hr 36min. Thursday 9th December
MOVIE: Nutcracker & the Four Realms (PG), movie run time is 1hr 39min. Friday 10th December
MOVIE: The Santa Clause (G), movie run time is 1hr 37min. Thursday 16th December
MOVIE: The Grinch 2018 (PG), movie run time is 1hr 25min. Friday 17th December

The movie is KIDS ONLY (aged 4+) and skilled and experienced child minders will look after your little ones during the movie so you’re free to go and enjoy a meal and come back to collect them later!

Tickets available from the South Village website.

South Village – Christmas parties

Celebrate at South Village. Book your Christmas party now! Want to spoil your friends or employees with the best Christmas party ever? Secure your preferred date, now’s the time to hit up South Village’s restaurants with your dream Christmas party.

Make your Christmas a festive one and book your Christmas Parties now at a South Village restaurant or check out their delicious catering options: Baba Ghanouj, Christopher’s Cake Shop, Cooperfield, Grill’d, Guzman Y Gomez, Joe Jnr, Kickin Inn, Lee & Co, Dumpling Bar, Pellegrini’s Italian, Tamping Ground, ThaiRiffic, Umaya Restaurant and Sushi.

Find the contact details for all South Village restaurants on the South Village website and book your party now.

Sharks at Kareela – Christmas Raffles

Christmas is just around the corner and Sharks at Kareela’s MEGA Christmas Raffles are not to be missed, with over $17,000 worth of prizes on offer!

SAVE THE DATES!

Ham Raffles – 50 Hams on offer per raffle + Bonus Signed Sharks Jersey
Wednesday  – 1, 8 and 15 December
Tickets on sale 6pm for a 7pm start

Toy Raffle – A chance of $2500 worth of prizes to be won (including a Nintendo Switch)
Sunday, 12 December
Tickets on sale 2pm for a 3pm start

Seafood Raffle – 40 Prawn Trays + Bonus 5 x Prawn trays with a bottle of Wine + 5 x Bonus Prawn with Lobster trays on offer
Wednesday, 22 December
On sale 6pm for a 7pm Start

For more details phone 9521 5555 or visit sharksatkareela.com.au/special-events/

 

The Shire Christmas Markets

The Shire Christmas Markets will be held at Seymour Shaw Oval, Miranda again this year, with free parking at Miranda Park North, just opposite the market.

They will be hosting 200 stallholders, selling a wide variety of boutique and artisan products, from homewares to fashion. There will also be festive products, amazing gift ideas, and a lively food market, with food from all over the world to eat on-site or takeaway, as well as live music and activities for the kids.

The markets will all be COVID safe and will comply with NSW Department of Health guidelines. For a fun day out in the open head along to the Shire Christmas Markets for a unique alfresco shopping experience.

The Shire Christmas Markets will run from 10am-4pm on the 27th and 28th of November, 2021. For more information visit the Shire Christmas Markets website.

 

Kareela Village – Christmas at Kareela Village

Kareela Village is offering a smorgasbord of activities for you and the kids to celebrate Christmas this year!

You can take your own photo with Santa at Kareela Village (Bookings essential. Pets welcome.) and use their online Santa photo link to create your own digital Santa photos from your phone or desktop!

There will also be free kids activities every Saturday from 13th November until 19th December from 10am-2pm.

Still want more? Then be sure to head along for A Very Kareela Christmas Fair, which is a FREE event offering loads of giveaways on Thursday 16 December from 4pm

 

Low Tox Lab – Gift-making Workshops!

Come along to the DIY low tox, nasty-free Christmas gift-making workshop. Hosted at the beautiful boutique store “Low Tox Lab” in Kareela Village shopping centre.

Create 3 low tox bath and body products for you to gift to someone special or keep for yourself. Grab a group of friends for a lovely evening activity and indulge in a beverage or two and graze away on some delicious nibbles.

It’s a great opportunity to learn about the amazing benefits that essential oils have on the body and skin. Even better, you’ll discover how affordable and easy creating your own Christmas gifts can be!

Gifts to create:
– Luxe bath salts infused with aromatic dried flowers and 100% pure essential oils
– Aromatic touch pure-fume roller infused with 100% pure essential oils
– Lush room and Linen spray infused with 100% pure essential oils

$45 per person Includes:
– 3 low tox DIY products
– drinks
– nibbles
– Prue and Bec essential oil experts providing extensive knowledge
– beautifully styled workshop environment
– eco reusable packaging

Dates: 26th Nov, 9th Dec, 11th Dec

Low tox Labs also offer a range of Christmas packs and hampers, perfect for the person that has everything!

Event Cinemas Miranda

It’s time to reward your staff and clients with an End of Year event they won’t forget with a first-class experience & indulge in luxury with bespoke packages available in our Gold Class cinemas.

Make planning a memorable End of Year event simple and stress-free with Event Cinemas Miranda. With wall-to-wall screens, fully reclining armchairs and private function spaces, your EOY event is sure to be unforgettable. Plus, make it extra special & indulge in luxury with world-class food and drinks. Star treatment just like a VIP!

For a limited time only, impress your guests & book your EOY event in Gold Class starting from just $750* which includes – a private screening during Monday to Friday prior to 5pm for a minimum of 20 people, with a choice of film from a movie catalogue PLUS a medium popcorn & drink per person. Enquire today!

 

To find out about more Christmas and family-friendly events happening in the Sutherland Shire, check out our What’s On calendar. Supporting the Shire has never been so much fun!