11 Free Things To Do in The Tweed with Family
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Celebrate Christmas with a little bohemian flair this year and head to Firelilee, providores of all things boho. Find luxe gifts including boho-inspired fashion and jewellery, accessories and homewares and be sure to snap up Firelilee’s handcrafted soy candles, made with love and care year ’round and especially at Christmas time.
For all the stylish men out there that need a snappy Christmas gift, you’ll shop well at Bolt + Buckle. The team has literally got the goods when it comes to gifts for men, with endless inspo in their Murwillumbah store. From sharp men’s fashion and quirky must-have trinkets to leather gear fit for any need or occasion, this is men’s gifting central.
Drink in the Christmas spirit with Husk Rum, Australia’s first cane sugar rum produced in The Tweed and sipped everywhere. Their range of sustainable, farm-to-bottle Husk Rums literally reflect the land in every sip. Pick up a bottle from your favourite local bottle shop or direct from the gorgeous Husk Farm Distillery in Tumbulgum!
At Oxley & Moss in seaside Kingscliff, you’ll find a heart-filled treasure trove with gift ideas galore. With a mantra that’s full of the Christmas spirit – to spread kindness, connection and smiles – this sweet boutique has fashion and homewares, works of art and wellness products – plus something for plant lovers, foodies and beach-goers.
Get your loved ones out in the great outdoors with a cycling experience courtesy of the Better by Bike team. With e-bikes and regular bikes on offer (plus helmets!) and a location right at the start of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, surprise nature-lovers with a voucher to explore The Tweed’s spectacular scenic trails and pathways on two wheels.
Delight lovers of art deco with a fascinating immersion into one of Australia’s original art deco towns, Murwillumbah. Rebuilt in the early 1900s following fire, the town’s art deco features are everywhere, including at The Imperial Hotel, a 1931 heritage icon, resplendent in pink with a friendly local pub and bistro, plus comfy suites for overnight. Pick up a dine and stay voucher to pop under the tree.
For loved ones that enjoy the finer things in life, you’ll find endless gifting options at Halcyon Atelier, curated by the discerning Halcyon House team in Cabarita. Browse their selection of designer fashion, jewellery and accessories plus an eclectic range of homewares, art and luxury lifestyle items to tick off your Christmas gifting list.
Head to Chantilly Lace Boutique in Murwillumbah to shop for the fashionista on your gift list, with beautiful designer wear for all occasions, from timeless chic dresses to statement pieces. Explore an eclectic mix of fashion labels including Australian designer Sacha Drake and European labels Desigual and Joseph Ribkoff, to name a few!
For budding artists on your gift list, get in touch with Artisan Tribe Studio in Chinderah, where workshops and fun classes aim to reconnect people with their inner artist. Gift the joy of beautiful memories and new-found skills through clay workshops, guided painting sessions and other artisan crafts. Wrap up a $100 gift card for a loved one and you’ll share in the joy too with a $20 bonus gift card.
At The Foundry in Murwillumbah, you’ll find wall-to-wall gifting inspiration with something to make all of your loved ones smile with festive delight. Making it easy to shop this Christmas, this lifestyle emporium is a one-stop-gift-shop with something for everyone, from the young to young at heart.
For the adventure enthusiasts, wrap up a fun day out exploring The Tweed’s gorgeous landscapes and nature trails with a voucher from Valley Ebikes. Be sure to attach a gift card recommending Australia’s newest trail experience – the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, perfect to explore aboard a super comfy, fun e-bike.
Give the gift of cheese this festive season! Impress the taste buds of friends and family with a locally curated artisanal cheese platter, perfect for any Christmas gathering. Visit Tweed cheesemonger Kat Harvey at her eponymous store in Murwillumbah to make a platter plan and ask about vouchers for Kat’s cheese tasting workshops, a perfect stocking filler!
Make sure your Christmas celebrations are refreshingly cool and well illuminated this summer! See the team at Larkin Electrical with all you could need for a comfortable Christmas break, with a wide range of lighting and ceiling fans, plus electricians at the ready to install. Get in quick for their summer sale specials.
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