Stable in the City

NEW EVENT DATE‍ ‍
Dec 3 - 5
2026


VISIT ALL THE DIFFERENT HUBS!

EVENT TIMES & INFO
Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
All Hubs Open

Friday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
All Hubs Open

Saturday Afternoon:
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Dedicated: Seniors & People with Disability - Main Hub Open Only

Saturday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
All Hubs Open

Across Four Locations

YWAM Youth Precinct — Main Hub
Nativity Story & Festival Hub

St Andrews Presbyterian & TCCM — Hub 2
Community Carols & Entertainment

Sacred Heart Cathedral — Hub 3
Art, Performances & Reflection

Flinders Street (Flinders Lane) — Hub 4
Christmas Activities & Entertainment

For 27 years, Stable has brought our community together at Christmas. This year, we’re taking that same spirit of celebration into the heart of Townsville, bringing Stable in the City to the CBD.

Christmas is a time when our city centre should come alive, filled with light, joy, connection and hope. We believe the CBD has an incredible opportunity to be that place: somewhere families and visitors want to gather, linger, celebrate and return to.

Bringing Stable into the CBD is about more than hosting an event. It’s about investing in the heartbeat of our city and standing alongside the businesses, churches and community groups who call it home.

With the incredible support of the Townsville community and Uptown Group, Stable in the City will help create a Christmas experience that brings people together, supports our city centre and showcases Townsville as the vibrant, welcoming and connected community we know it can be.

Join us this Christmas at Stable in the City!

Why Bring Stable to the CBD?

Main Hub
The
Nativity Story

YWAM Cafe Youth Precinct
The Nativity Story


312 Walker Street, Townsville CBD


Experience the Nativity Story like you’ve never seen before. Enjoy markets, food trucks, entertainment and hospitality!

Additional Locations
December 3 - 5


Stable in the City
Walking Trail



Don’t just stop at Stable in the City, continue to these following locations for more Christmas cheer!

Sacred Heart Cathedral
Dynamic Lighting and Music


270 Stanley Street, Townsville CBD

Spectacular projection mapping and light installations. Enjoy live music, and performances

St Andrews Presbyterian & TCCM Carols and JC Action


119 Wills Street, Townsville CBD

Exciting BMX and skate demonstrations, community carols, creative activities for the kids.

Flinders Street (Lane) Window Shop Fronts


Flinders Street, Townsville CBD



Enjoy creative performers, festive shopfront displays and warm atmospheric lighting

Plan Your Experience - Stable in the City (December 3 - 5)
Walking Trail and Shuttle Service Map

Getting Between Hubs

All four hubs are within a 5–7 minute walk of each other and we encourage you to enjoy the walk!

For families with young children, seniors and people with disability, a regular shuttle service will operate between all four hubs.

The shuttle will start at the Dean Street car park and travel in a continuous loop between each hub.

Small strollers are welcome on the shuttle. One shuttle bus will also be wheelchair accessible.

Option 1

St Andrews Presbyterian & TCCM Church to Sacred Heart Cathedral

Option 2

Sacred Heart Cathedral to YWAM Cafe & Youth Precinct

Option 3

YWAM Cafe & Youth Precinct to Flinders Lane

Option 4

Flinders Lane to St Andrews Presbyterian & TCCM Church

Frequently Asked Questions

  • For those with mobility needs, Stable NQ will provide a complimentary mini-bus shuttle service.

    Seating is limited - please reach out to Stable NQ to register interest.

    A designated drop-off and turning circle on Walker Street will also be available near the main hub - Stable in the City (YWAM Youth Precinct) for those wishing to drop off family members before parking nearby.

    The mini-bus shuttle will have space for small foldable strollers - (No prams).

    One shuttle bus will have wheelchair access.

    We encourage all who are able, to park nearby, enjoy the Christmas Lighting Trail between each location, and leave the shuttle service for guests with mobility needs.

  • Stable NQ has a dedicated session on Saturday from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Main Hub (YWAM Youth Precinct), designed to provide a quieter and more accessible experience for older adults, people with disability, and those who may benefit from a less crowded environment.

    Families may drop off passengers at the designated drop-off and turning circle on Walker Street, conveniently located beside the YWAM Youth Precinct (Main Hub), before parking nearby.

  • If you're visiting with young children, we recommend choosing the option that best suits your family:

    1. The Two-Stop Journey (Recommended): Start at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church to enjoy the messy play activities, then take the short 7-minute downhill walk to the Main Hub (YWAM Youth Precinct) to experience the Nativity Story.

    2. Use the Shuttle Service: Bring a small foldable stroller (no prams) and take advantage of our complimentary mini-bus shuttle service, which operates regularly between all four event locations.

    3. Make It Part of the Adventure: Pack the kids into a wagon or trolley and enjoy a fun Christmas journey together as you explore the event locations at your own pace.

  • There is no dedicated event car park at the Main Hub (YWAM Youth Precinct); however, there is plenty of parking available throughout the Townsville CBD, all within easy walking distance.

    For the easiest experience, we recommend parking at one of the larger CBD car parks, including Dean Street, Sturt Street Cutting, Walker Street, or Wilson Parking on Flinders Street.

    A complimentary shuttle bus service will operate continuously between the Dean Street Car Park and all four event locations throughout the event. (Dec 3 - 5, from 5:30pm - 9:00pm)

    A dedicated drop-off and turning circle will also be available at the Main Hub (YWAM Youth Precinct) for families and guests wishing to drop off loved ones before parking nearby.

    A parking map and shuttle timetable will be released closer to the event.

  • There will be plenty of delicious options available throughout the event!

    Family-friendly meals, snacks, drinks and desserts will be available at:

    • YWAM Youth Precinct (Main Hub)

    • St Andrew's Presbyterian Church

    Desserts and drinks will also be available at:

    • Sacred Heart Cathedral

    If you're looking to make a night of it, we encourage you to explore the Christmas lights along Flinders Street and enjoy one of the many cafés and restaurants in City Lane before or after your Stable in the City experience.

  • A main First Aid station will be located at the Main Hub (YWAM Youth Precinct). Each event venue will also have a smaller First Aid station and trained First Aid officers on site. If you need assistance, simply look for a Stable NQ team member wearing a bright high-visibility vest, and they will direct you to the nearest First Aid officer.

  • Each venue (excluding Flinders Lane) will have public toilets open and available for use during event times (Dec 3 - 5 from 5:30pm - 9:00pm)

Learn More

If you have questions about Stable in the City, how to get around or timing for the Shuttle Service, reach out to our friendly team.