Lismore comes alive in the days leading up to Christmas with Lismore Delights.
Residents and visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the festive spirit and ‘Back Lismore’ by enjoying free activities and events around the block on the next two Saturdays, December 16 and 23, from 10am to 3pm.
Lismore Delights is a celebration of our community and culture – the program is an invitation to enjoy the vibrancy of Lismore’s arts and music scene, explore unique local shopping and food experiences, wander through cosmopolitan laneways and discover what a amazing city Lismore is.
The Lismore CBD will be stacked full of festive activities during the day which will continue into the evening with the many dining and entertainment experiences that Lismore has to offer, all illuminated by sparkling Christmas lights and decorations.
Lismore Delights is putting on a great show starting at 10am with renowned musicians and festive fun scattered throughout the city including Hussy Hicks, Blakboi, Kelly Brouhaha, culture sharing with Ros Sten and Gilbert Laurie, The Colours roving performers Roundabout Theatre, caroling songbirds Christmas Belles, youth cultural dancers Widjabul Wia-bal Dance Group, good-vibe DJ The Who’s Who, local old school hip hop DJ Beatdusta, yoga, craft and storytelling.
Other exciting activities for kids and grownups with the community orchestral sounds Lismore Concert Band, free face painting with Spotty Girl, create your own Back Lismore tees and totes at a screen-printing station with Nedlands Studio and be surprised and sing along with The Flashbang Choir who will pop up here and there unexpectedly.
For updates on the Lismore Delights program and details on other ways to Back Lismore
this Christmas, visit www.visitlismore.com.au.
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