If you’re staying at home or visiting the Ipswich area this Christmas you might be looking for something to do over the Christmas and New Years holidays…
In this list we’ve done the leg work and rounded up a bunch of businesses, including animal farms, museums and tours that will be open during the period.
Orion Lagoon
The Orion Lagoon will be open all holidays for your splashing enjoyment! There are lifeguards on duty, so it makes for a safe swimming destination this summer.
So will Robelle Domain Parklands and all the Ipswich council water parks see the list here.
Haigslea Ewe Nique Hobby Farm
Families will love spending the morning at the Ewe Nique Hobby Farm where you can pet and feed the animals. Parents can relax with a cuppa from the cafe or a tasty treat.
The farm will be open all holidays except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
Ipswich Art Gallery
The Ipswich Art Gallery will be open during the holidays except from 1pm on 24 December to 1 January when they will be closed. The gallery will be back open from 2 January.
Ipswich Nature Centre
You can visit the Ipswich Nature Centre all holidays, the only day they’re closing is Christmas Day. Head in Monday to Sunday from 9.30am to 4pm.
Summer Land Camel Farms
The Summer Land Camels farm will close on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Every other day they will be open from 9am-3pm for farm tours, camel rides and camel feeding.
Queensland Museum Rail Workshops
Queensland Museum Rail Workshops will close on Christmas and Boxing Day and then be open for the rest of the holidays. They are also launching Day out With Thomas from 27 December to 26 January from 9am to 2.30pm daily.
Watercress Creek Olive and Limes
You can visit the farmgate or book in for a fresh picnic in the olive grove during the holidays at Watercress Creek Olives and Limes farm. They will be having a break from 9 January to 20 January.
Limelight Cinemas
Limelight Cinemas will be open with airconditioned comfort during the entire holiday period except for Christmas Day! Get in to see some amazing new releases!
Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights
You can book into a balloon flight with Floating Images all through the holidays, except for Christmas Day.
Ipswich Antique Centre
You’ll be able to visit the Ipswich Antique Centre up until Sunday December 22 before they take a five day break.
They will open again on Saturday December 28, and then regular trade will resume.
The centre is usually open Thursday to Sunday 10am-5pm.
Imbibis Craft Distillery
Imbibis Craft Distillery will be open for sales, tastings and cocktails on Friday December 27 from 10am-6pm. It’s a great location for a post-Christmas catch up!
Hidden Vale Adventure Park
Hidden Vale Adventure Park will be open all through the holidays, only closing on Christmas Day.
Spicers Hidden Vale
Spicers Hidden Vale will be open the entire holidays! Enjoy a relaxing stay, award-winning dining and unique experiences!
While these are the businesses open in the period between Christmas and New Years’ holidays, there are more that will be open from January 3 onwards.
