This event is an yearly pilgrimage for many locals and hails the start of the Christmas season.

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Carols at the Bay is a chance to catch up with friends and neighbours, and take in the wonderful performances by community groups.

Carols at the Bay is brought to you by the Combined Churches of Tomaree Peninsula and proudly sponsored by Rebecca Dean, First National Port Stephens.

This year the event includes performances from local primary schools, performing arts students, community groups, and professional entertainment.

The entertainment kicks off at 5.30pm with the main act at 7pm and Santa will be visiting at 8pm.

To cap off the evening attendees will be treated to a wonderful fireworks display.

Tracy Blonsdale, who works with major sponsor First National Real Estate, told News Of The Area, “When I moved to the Bay with my two children Millen, then six and Iesha, three, I took them to the Carols for the first time and it has been a cherished tradition that’s evolved as they’ve grown into a teenager and a young adult.

“I treasure the times they still join me.

“I find comfort in the fact that those years of attending the Carols together have left an indelible mark on their hearts,” she said.

By Marian SAMPSON