Looking to build on popular elements from KISS and Kasador events – the natural amphitheatre and the Friday Night Wine Downs – Kiama has a new event for all ages this Christmas.

Tamara Campbell of Laughterhouse Entertainment says it will be a good opportunity for locals to get together by the harbour ahead of the holiday rush.

“It is very much a celebration of community,” she says.

“The focus is more on having live bands with a few carol singers and other activities thrown in.

“We hope people will dance, hang out together, listen to music and have that shared experience.”

The evening will start at 5pm with music from the Kid Hank Band, followed by carols and the Spanish-inspired band Cha Cha del Mar, which proved a great hit at the Wine Downs.

The Friday Night Wine Downs during the Kazador season had a lovely vibe

The event will also have food trucks, a bar and a circus drop zone.

“Come and promenade along the harbour with your friends before the hordes get here,” says Tamara.

"It will be a nice opportunity for people of all ages to chill out and relax - with the warmth of a cardie given the weather."

Friday 16 December, Black Beach, 5-9pm