Sydney❜s Best Christmas Carols for Families in 2024

Sydney comes alive with festive Christmas carols every December, and nothing says Christmas quite like gathering under the stars with your family and belting out "Jingle Bells" at the top of your lungs!

From big city lights to beachside vibes, here are the best Christmas carols in Sydney for 2024 to get your family in the festive spirit. Get those vocal cords ready!

Christmas Carols in Sydney

1. Woolworths Carols in The Domain

One of the most famous Christmas carols in Sydney is back in 2024 with a mega lineup. Expect A-list performers, magical light displays, and a crowd of thousands all singing together at the 2024 Woolworths Carols in The Domain.

2024 is the 42nd year of the Carols and while the event lineup is yet to be announced, we're expecting big and exciting acts! Bring a picnic blanket, your favorite Christmas hats, and settle in for a night of star-studded carols. The kids will love seeing Santa make a guest appearance, and don’t forget to stick around for the fireworks!

Where:  The Domain, Art Gallery Road
When:   Saturday 21 December 2024 from 1-11 pm
Cost:     The Festive Lawn is FREE. Seated tickets start at $155.90 per ticket.

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2. Choirs in the City: Martin Place

Sydney's biggest and most famous Christmas tree is the setting of one of the biggest Christmas carols events in Sydney.

Choirs in the City at Martin Place is bringing the merriment this Christmas with a whopping 22 days of singing under the famous Martin Place Christmas Tree. See a kaleidoscope of colours and decorative lights every 15 minutes from 8 pm to midnight along with some incredible vocal talents from an amazing lineup - see below.

• Sunday 1 December – Circular Keys Chorus

• Monday 2 December – Glee Bees

• Tuesday 3 December – Australian Girls Choir

• Wednesday 4 December – Sydney Sakura Choir

• Thursday 5 December – Northern Beaches Chorus

• Friday 6 December – With One Voice

• Saturday 7 December – NCE Choir

• Sunday 8 December – The Adult Glee Club

• Monday 9 December – Endeavour Harmony Chorus

• Tuesday 10 December – With One Voice

• Wednesday 11 December – Café of the Gate of Salvation

• Thursday 12 December – Circular Keys Chorus

• Friday 13 December – Australian Girls Choir

• Saturday 14 December – Sydney Street Choir

• Sunday 15 December – Northern Beaches Chorus

• Monday 16 December – Coastal Acapella

• Tuesday 17 December – The Honeybees

• Wednesday 18 December – Sydney Philharmonia

• Thursday 19 December – Northern Beaches Chorus

• Friday 20 December – Aloutte Quartet

• Saturday 21 December – Jingle Belle Singers

• Friday 22 to Tuesday 24 December – Salvation Army

Where:   Martin Place
When:    1-24 December 2024
Cost:      FREE

3. Georges River Council Magic of Christmas

 

The magic is returning to Carss Bush Park this year with the Georges River Council Magic of Christmas carols event.

Settle in for evening of festive entertainment, food, fireworks, and a visit from Santa at the Magic of Christmas. Emma Palmer from ABC's Play School will be hosting the event as amazing performers take to the stage to spread the Yuletide cheer. 

Where:  Carss Bush Park, Carwar Ave, Carss Park
When:    7 December 2024 from 4.30 pm to 9 pm
Cost:     FREE

4. Balmoral Carols

Enjoy carols by the water at the annual Balmoral Carols.

Hosted by Mosman Village Church, the Balmoral Carols is a much-loved Christmas event held at the famous Rotunda at Balmoral Beach. Families are invited to lay down a picnic and enjoy the calming waterfront location as well as beautiful voices singing your favourite carols. There will also be kids' activities from 5 pm, plus, a free shuttle bus running throughout the night between Balmoral Beach, Spit Junctio, and Mosman.

Where:   The Rotunda at Balmoral Beach
When:    7 December 2024 from 5-8.30 pm
Cost:      FREE

5. Glebe Christmas Concert

Looking for free Christmas carols in Sydney? Look no further than the much-loved Glebe Christmas Concert that's back with a bang in 2024 with none other than The Listies hosting!

Pack your picnic blankets, ready your vocal cords, and prepare for an evening of non-stop fun with the family. The Listies will be joined by some seriously fun acts, including The Beanies, Tiptoe Giants, Poppy Galactic & the Beat, and Limited Edition. Plus, there'll be free craft activities, a giant Jenga, table tennis, and more.

Where:  Bicentennial Park, 5 Federal Rd, Glebe
When:   14 December 2024 from 6-8 pm
Cost:     FREE

6. Taronga Christmas Concert

Kick off the festive season and kick up your heels at the Taronga Christmas Concert. Relax with a picnic in the enchanting grounds of Taronga Zoo, with breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour, and enjoy a magical summer night of family-friendly entertainment, with a special guest all the way from the North Pole!

Gather your family and friends and embrace the holiday spirit at a special event filled with Christmas cheer and festive fun, all whilst contributing to the conservation of wildlife. 

Where:   Taronga Zoo, Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman
When:    14 December 2024
Cost:      $29 per adult, $24 for children aged 4-15, children under four FREE

7. Carols On The Common

Sydney's second largest Christmas carols event is back at North Ryde Common with even more entertainment for families! 

Carols On The Common is a highlight of the Christmas calendar and seems to get bigger and bigger every year. Families are invited along to enjoy carols by candlelight, carnival rides, food trucks, fireworks, and plenty more. 

Where:   North Ryde Common, Wicks Rd, North Ryde
When:    15 December 2024 from 5-9.30 pm
Cost:      FREE

8. Carols by Candlelight at Fagan Park

 

After a very successful inaugural year in 2023, Carols by Candlelight at Fagan Park is back with a bang in 2024!

The whole family is invited to come along and watch local schools performing, carol singers, food trucks, and so much more.

Where:  Fagan Park, 38-48 Arcadia Rd, Galston
When:   14 December 2024 from 5-9 pm
Cost:     FREE

9. Christmas at Sydney Town Hall

Christmas at Sydney Town Hall is an annual event where elegance meets festive cheer, making it the perfect spot for families to enjoy classic Christmas carols in a truly grand setting!

Sydney Town Hall's ornate Victorian architecture, decked with festive lights and decorations, provides the ideal backdrop for an enchanting evening filled with music and holiday spirit. With stunning performances, a warm community vibe, and an unforgettable setting, Christmas at Sydney Town Hall is a must-do experience for families looking to make magical memories!

Where:  Town Hall
When:   17 December 2024 from 8-9.30 pm
Cost:     $23.47 for adults; $18.35 for kids

10. Carols By The Lake

Another popular waterfront carols event to add to your calendar, North Narrabeen's Carols By The Lake is back for the 20th year!

This community event draws in thousands of families every year and is famous for being family-friendly and perfectly sized for little ones who want to be part of the action. Enjoy pre-show entertainment from 6 pm followed by the main carols at 7 pm. Don't forget your picnic blankets!

Where:  Lakeside Park, North Narrabeen
When:   21 December 2024 from 6-9.30 pm
Cost:    FREE

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