Maranoa Christmas Street Party back for 2024
Roma’s McDowall Street will come alive with festive fun when the Maranoa Christmas Street Party returns on Thursday, 5 December 2024.
Hosted annually by Maranoa Regional Council, this year’s Street Party will run from 5:00pm to 8:30pm.
The event will feature markets, food stalls, live entertainment, kids' activities, free Santa photos and the chance to win local prizes.
A special highlight of the much-loved community celebration will include the official lighting of the Christmas tree.
Maranoa Regional Council Mayor Wendy Taylor said the Street Party will be a fantastic evening for all to attend.
“The Maranoa Christmas Street Party is always a highlight of the Maranoa event calendar,” Cr Taylor said.
“We’re thrilled to bring the community together once again for a celebration that truly brings the festive spirit to the Maranoa.
“It’s an evening for families, friends and visitors to come together, have a great time and support our local businesses.
“Don't forget to keep an eye out for Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will be offering free Santa photos throughout the evening.”
Maranoa Regional Council will also be running the ‘Shop Local to Win Campaign’ in the lead-up to Christmas.
Entrants will have the chance to win one of four great local prizes by shopping at participating local businesses between Friday, 1 November and Wednesday, 18 December 2024.
Participants will be required to spend at least 10 dollars in one transaction to enter the draw to win. Prizes will be drawn on Friday, 20 December 2024.
The impressive lineup of prizes includes:
- $2000 Roma Betta Home voucher
- $2000 Home Timber and Hardware voucher
- $2000 Sunshine Mitre 10 voucher
- 2-Night Glamping Escape at Wallaroo Outback Retreat and Boobook Explore Lost World Carnarvon Day Tour for two people
Maranoa Regional Council Economic Development and Events Portfolio spokesperson, Cr Joh Hancock encouraged all residents to think local first and shop local this Christmas.
“The Shop Local initiative is a fantastic way to support our local businesses, while also enjoying the chance to win exciting prizes,” Cr Hancock said.
Council extends their sincere thanks to the local businesses that donated prizes to the campaign.
In the spirit of giving, community members who may need an extra helping hand during this festive season are invited to a free Community Christmas Luncheon.
The Christmas Luncheon will take place on Friday, 20 December at the Ernest Brock Room in the Roma Cultural Centre.
This free luncheon is open to all members of the community, especially those who may be spending Christmas alone and would like to share in a holiday meal.
Please RSVP by calling Council on 1300 007 662.
Get ready to experience the magic of Christmas and come together as a community for a night full of joy, celebration, and festive spirit.
Thank you to the supporters and prize sponsors of the 2024 Maranoa Christmas Street Party: Origin Energy, Senex Energy, APA Group, WestWind Energy, GR Production Services, Vertech Group, Ezyquip Hire, Roma Glass & Aluminum, Henry Livestock Transport, Taylor’s Mechanical Services, Coates Roma, Roma Tilt Trucks, Gretel Lane, The Club Hotel Roma, Maranoa Today, Onsite Rental Group, Roma Betta, Roma Home Timber and Hardware, Sunshine Mitre 10, Wallaroo Outback Retreat and Boobook Explore.