The Christmas spirit is taking Geelong by song with two free community carols on Sunday.
OneHope Baptist Church’s Moolap and Barrabool Hills campuses will host outdoor events with food vans, coffee, kids’ activities, face painting, and live music on December 8.
Jono Broadbent will lead the Moolap carols from 5pm to 8pm and said the carols were open to everyone within the community.
“We’re looking forward to a real community feel, with people spread out on picnic blankets and space for kids to run around,” he said.
“It’s a great experience for people who are not only part of our church community but also our broader community, like our neighbours.
“A particular focus for us is including people for whom Christmas might be a bit tough and welcoming everybody, as this is a good event at a time of year that can be a bit tough for people.”
Mark Gellie will lead the Barrabool Hills carols from 5.30pm to 8pm and said he loved seeing people coming together to celebrate the festive season.
“We love seeing people come along and be a part of the evening, as it’s a great opportunity to celebrate Christmas,” he said.
“Christmas is a great time for families, friends and people from the community to come together and celebrate all the important things that Christmas brings.
“There are a few pre-entertainment things happening through that late afternoon, so we’ve got food vans, activities, competitions for kids and a good family feel happening.”
