The holiday spirit comes alive this summer as Central Coast Council delivers activities and events at The Entrance, from Christmas Eve right through to Australia Day.

Central Coast Council Director Connected Communities, Julie Vaughan, said The Entrance is set to shine with a fun packed summer of events aimed at entertaining the whole family.

“The annual Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve celebrations at The Entrance are the perfect opportunity to bring family, friends and the community together to celebrate the end of another year,” Ms Vaughan said.

“Join in the magic of Christmas with a visit from Santa, and special guests performing your favourite Christmas Carols live on stage on Christmas Eve.

“The Entrance is always a favourite holiday spot for residents and visitors alike and Council is pleased to activate the area this summer with a range of free activities for the whole family.”

Carols by Candlelight — Sunday 24 December

Bring a picnic rug and your best singing voice down to Memorial Park from 6pm and join in an evening singing along to the Christmas classics, including a spectacular fireworks display at 9pm. There will be special appearances by Elmo and the Cookie Monster, Spencer Jones and the jolly man himself, Santa.

New Year’s Eve — Sunday 31 December

Relax in Memorial Park from 6pm with free live entertainment from headlining ARIA award winner Sarah McLeod, Bravo Victor and Central Coast all-girl trio Little Quirks. Don’t miss the fireworks display at 9pm. There will also be a food alley where visitors can sit, dine and take in the festive atmosphere. Road closures and traffic diversions will be in place from 3pm to 11pm, visit www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/newyearseve2017 for all the details.

Keep the holiday spirit alive and celebrate the summer holidays in style with free shows and activities, daily pelican feeding and amusement rides along The Entrance Waterfront.

Wednesday 10 January to Friday 12 January

Nick Jr.’s PAW Patrol Ready for Action Show is coming to Memorial Park with daily shows at 11am, 12pm and 1pm.

Monday 15 January to Wednesday 17 January

Join in one of seven Sand Sculpture Activity Workshops each day along the Waterfront Plaza from 10am, 10.45am, 11.30am, 1pm, 1.45pm, 2.15pm or 3pm.

Thursday 19 and Friday 20 January

Check out the Sand Sculptures on display in the Waterfront Plaza.

Australia Day — Friday 26 January

Memorial Park will be the place to be seen with heaps of free activities from 12pm-9pm including live performances from Tuggerah Lakes Show Band, Veronica Lawson, The Mokos, Annabelle Kay, Kristen Lee Morris, Mike McCarthy and Aria nominated Ash Grunwald.

Use your skills with a game of Connect 4 or Twister on the giant boards or opt for a more energetic game of volleyball. There will be amusement rides and face painting and even an ice cream eating competition. Let’s not forget the fabulous Ducks for Bucks race raising money for The Entrance Surf Life Saving Club.

For more information please visit, facebook.com/theentrancetowncentre