Christmas lights displays
Every year Ipswich lights up with fantastic Christmas lights displays. You can take a tour to see some of the best, organised by the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre. Or plan your trip with a map of all the locations and winners from the Ipswich Christmas Lights Competition on the Ipswich Festivals page.
Christmas Events
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Ipswich Christmas Lights Bus Tour
Ipswich's stunning Christmas light and decoration displays help to bring the festive season alive and add special Christmas magic to the city.
Christmas inspiration
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Pick up a one of a kind gift at Christmas Markets
Welcome to Christmas shopping that is fun and stress free...
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Gift voucher ideas for great gifts
Find the perfect present or a last minute gift with these gift vouchers...
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Christmas events to get you into the spirit this year
Looking for something to do that's Christmas themed, check out this list of carols, shows and fairs.
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Where you can book Christmas lunch in Ipswich
Enjoy an easy Christmas meal without the dishes!
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How to celebrate Christmas in Ipswich
The best Christmas events, attractions and lights to see in Ipswich!
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Where to shop for inspired and original gifts
Find some unexpected treasures if you’re in the market for gifts that go beyond the usual shopping centre offerings this year...
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Christmas party location guide
If you're planning a Christmas event for work, friends or family check out these spaces where you can throw a party in Ipswich...
St Nicholas Precinct
Carols with Candlelight St Mary's Church
Annual Charity Luncheon at Club Services Ipswich
Christmas Day Lunch at The Cottage Restaurant
Santa photos at Redbank Plaza
Christmas high tea at Tranquil Tea
Book in for dinner
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Indian Mehfil Ipswich
Indian Mehfil Restaurant is situated in the heart of Ipswich city in an old style heritage building, where you will [...]
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Stony Creek Brewing
Pumpyard Bar and Brewery has won an enviable reputation as the place to go for top quality, locally brewed beer and plenty of atmosphere.
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Fourthchild Cafe Restaurant and Lounge Bar
One of the first hip cafes to open in Ipswich’s heritage Top of Town precinct, Fourthchild has long established itself [...]
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Cottage Restaurant
Set inside a charming heritage Queenslander on Limestone Street sits The Cottage Restaurant built in 1861, an Ipswich establishment for [...]
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UB's (Ungermann Brothers) Milk Bar
An ice cream experience like no other… over 20 flavours of gourmet ice cream, indulgent ice cream inspired desserts and milkshakes in a 1960s inspired retro venue and heritage precinct.
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Heisenberg Haus
If you’ve worked up a huge appetite while in Ipswich, you’ll have it more than satisfied at Heisenberg Haus, a [...]
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Memories of India
As is the way for the majority of Ipswich’s best-loved restaurants, Memories of India allows customers to dine in a [...]
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Bakehouse Steakhouse
The former Haley’s Bakery, built in 1875, is now home to one of Ipswich’s premier dining experiences, the Bakehouse Steakhouse [...]
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The Rusty Nail
When the working day is done and the afternoon’s long shadows stretch across the heritage city, it’s the perfect time [...]
Places to Stay
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Best Western Ipswich
Stay at this centrally located Ipswich property, within walking distance of hospitals, showgrounds, the USQ Ipswich Campus and city centre. [...]
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Country Motel Ipswich
Country Motel Ipswich offers all you need in a motel with a country-style friendly service. Overlooking the sporting grounds and [...]
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Quest Ipswich
Quest Ipswich Apartments, just one kilometre from the Ipswich Central Business District, is the popular go-to place for many wanting [...]
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Spicers Hidden Vale
With its sprawling 12,000 acres of native bushland, elegant guest rooms and enticing modern restaurants, Hidden Vale is where sophisticated [...]
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Springfield Lakes Hotel
Springfield Lakes Hotel offers stylish, comfortable and very handy accommodation just 20 minutes drive from Ipswich Central Business District and [...]
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Woodlands of Marburg
The elegant splendour of Woodlands of Marburg, positioned centrally between Brisbane and Toowoomba, makes it a must-visit destination for its [...]
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Oaks Ipswich Aspire Suites
Providing excellent short or long term accommodation to both business travellers and visitors, Oaks Ipswich Aspire Suites sets the benchmark [...]
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Rosewood Showgrounds Camping Facility
PLEASE NOTE: “All Campers MUST contact the Camp Ground Manager on arrival for site allocation and setup”
Your booking site number is indicative only and your camping zone will be confirmed upon arrival. Please call Rosewood Lions Club on 0481 382 049 for all arrivals.
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Quest Springfield Central Apartment Hotel
Quest Springfield Central serviced apartment style hotel rooms offer guests a relaxed and comfortable Springfield accommodation experience perfect for short [...]
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Tallavalley Farm B&B
This three-bedroom two-bathroom cottage at Tallegalla offers affordable accommodation for up to six people on a working farm. You’ll see [...]
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Ivorys Rock Caravan Park and Camping Ground
With wallabies hopping about and koalas to spot, Ivorys Rock offers modern and convenient campgrounds surrounded by picturesque native bushland. [...]
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Pocket Retreats
Just 45 minutes from Brisbane, at the end of a winding tree-lined road through quite stunning terrain, you’ll find the [...]