Celebrating Australia Day 2025: What’s On and How to Get Involved

Posted on 21 Jan 2025

Australia Day, celebrated on 26th January, is a time to reflect on our history, celebrate our diverse culture, and come together as a community. Whether you’re planning to attend local events, host a backyard barbecue, or simply take some time to appreciate what makes Australia unique, there are plenty of ways to mark the occasion. Here’s a guide to the upcoming festivities and activities happening on the Central Coast this Australia Day weekend.

Office Closure Announcement

Before diving into the festivities, we’d like to inform you that our office will be closed on Monday, 27th January 2025, in observance of the Australia Day public holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, 28th January 2025.

What’s Happening on the Central Coast?

The Central Coast is buzzing with activities from Saturday, 25th January, through to the public holiday on Monday, 27th January. Here are some highlights:

1. Australia Day at Gosford

When: Sunday, 26th January 2025, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Leagues Club Park, Georgiana Terrace, Gosford
What to Expect:
- Free live entertainment featuring talented local artists
- Family-friendly activities like face painting, circus workshops, and a mega play centre.
- A spectacular fireworks display to cap off the evening at 9:00 PM.
- Food trucks serving delicious treats throughout the event.
Important Note: This is an alcohol-free event, making it ideal for families.

2. Australia Day at The Entrance

When: Sunday, 26th January 2025, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Memorial Park, Marine Parade, The Entrance
What to Expect:
- An evening of music with performances by Katie Jayne Band, Baxter’s Revenge, and more.
- Activities for kids, including inflatable kangaroo races, thong throwing, and crafts.
- A stunning fireworks finale at 9:00 PM.
Family-Friendly: Alcohol is not permitted at this event.

Ways to Celebrate at Home

If you prefer to celebrate in the comfort of your own home, here are a few ideas:

Host an Aussie BBQ: Fire up the BBQ and enjoy classics like sausages, lamb chops, and pavlova with friends and family.
Raise the Flag: Display the Australian flag or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags as a sign of respect and unity.
Listen to Aussie Music: Create a playlist featuring Australian artists to set the mood for your celebrations.
Take a Moment to Reflect: Australia Day is also a time to acknowledge our history and consider how we can work towards reconciliation with Indigenous communities.

Whether you’re heading to one of the fantastic events on the Central Coast or enjoying a relaxing day at home, we wish you a happy and meaningful Australia Day 2025!