With the festive season around the corner, Camden Council is calling on the community to celebrate together at two extravaganzas.
Celebrations will kick-off with the Camden Christmas Festival from 4pm to 9pm on Saturday, November 26, along Argyle Street.
This event will include the annual lighting of the community Christmas tree, live music, market stalls, amusements and rides.
And, yes kiddies, there will be a very special visit from Santa himself.
The festivities will continue with the Oran Park Christmas Concert from 5pm to 9pm on Thursday, December 1 at the Oran Park civic centre on Central Avenue.
This event will see the lighting of the Oran Park Christmas Tree as well as festive season entertainment, markets and another visit from Saint Nick.
Mayor of Camden, Councillor Therese Fedeli, said it would be special to celebrate Christmas together once again after a three-year hiatus.
“Christmas is such a fantastic time of year and the perfect way to spread joy to your loved ones,” Cr Fedeli said.
“Camden has plenty to celebrate, and there is no better way than along Argyle Street and at Oran Park civic centre with special visits from Santa himself.
“I’ll be lighting the Christmas trees at each event, and I am also excited to have the Mayoral Christmas card competition winner with me who will be announced at the Camden Christmas Festival.
“We have been unlucky to not host these events for the last few years, so I encourage everyone to come down to either of the events for some fun as we get into the Christmas spirit.”
Both events are free.
For more information on Council’s Christmas events, go to www.camden.nsw.gov.au/whats-on/
If this is a community event then why have Camden Council decided not to invite the CAMDEN COMMUNITY BAND to provide entertainment . The community band has always been there but it looks like council just doesn’t have the experience or ability to get it right this time ?