Pack a picnic rug and warm up your singing voice! Christmas carols are a lovely way to celebrate the festive season with family and friends, and there are plenty of opportunities to join in across Sydney.
From Carols in the Domain to smaller community concerts and choirs beneath the Christmas tree, this guide brings together Christmas carols in Sydney for 2026. Many are free to attend, with some offering kids’ activities, food stalls and a visit from Santa.
Looking for more festive outings? Browse our Sydney Christmas events guide for markets, Santa experiences, lights and shows.
Check the organiser’s website before heading out, as outdoor events and programs can change.
November Christmas carols in Sydney
Rosebery Christmas Concert
Pack a picnic rug for an evening of live music, Christmas songs and family fun at Turruwul Park. Hosted by Jayden Rodrigues, the concert includes a visit from Santa, free craft activities, circus challenges and giant games. Food trucks will be on site, and Santa photos are available for a $5 donation to Variety.
Date: Sunday 29 November 2026
Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: Turruwul Park, 115 Rothschild Avenue, Rosebery
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free entry; Santa photos $5 donation, food and drinks extra
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December Christmas carols in Sydney
Choirs in the City: Martin Place
Enjoy Christmas carols beneath the giant Martin Place Christmas tree, with a different choir performing each evening. It’s an easy festive stop while exploring the city, and you can stay for the tree’s light shows, which begin at 8pm.
Dates: Tuesday 1 to Monday 21 December 2026
Time: 6pm to 8pm daily
Location: Martin Place, Sydney
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Pyrmont Christmas Concert
Enjoy Christmas songs and family entertainment by the waterfront at Pirrama Park. Hosted by Sheba Williams, the concert features The Quokkas, The Vegetable Plot and other performers, plus a visit from Santa. Kids can join free craft activities, try circus challenges and play giant games, with food trucks available throughout the evening.
Date: Sunday 6 December 2026
Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: Pirrama Park, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free entry; Santa photos $5 donation, food and drinks extra
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Matraville Carols in the Park
Bring the family to Barwon Park for a community Christmas celebration featuring local performers and festive music. Arrive from 4pm for amusement rides before the carols program begins at 6pm.
Date: Saturday 12 December 2026
Time: Activities from 4pm; carols from 6pm. Check the website for the final finish time
Location: Barwon Park, Franklin Street, Matraville
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free entry; rides and purchases may cost extra
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Balmoral Carols
Celebrate Christmas by the water at Balmoral Rotunda. Arrive from 5pm for children’s activities, including craft, face painting, bracelet making and a book corner, then settle onto your picnic blanket for carols from 7pm. Hosted by Mosman Village Church, this free community event includes Christmas songs and the Christmas story.
Date: Saturday 12 December 2026
Time: 5pm to 9pm; carols from 7pm
Location: Balmoral Rotunda, The Esplanade, Mosman
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free; donations welcome
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Alexandria Christmas Concert
Join the Christmas celebrations at Alexandria Park, with entertainment from Monski Mouse, Lucas Proudfoot, The Mik Maks and more. Hosted by Sheba Williams, the evening includes festive music, a visit from Santa, free craft activities, circus challenges and giant games. Bring a picnic rug and pick up dinner from the food trucks.
Date: Sunday 13 December 2026
Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: Alexandria Park, Buckland Street, Alexandria
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free entry; Santa photos $5 donation, food and drinks extra
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Carols on the Common
Head to North Ryde Common for an evening of Christmas carols, local performers and family entertainment. Organised by the Rotary Clubs of Macquarie Park and North Ryde, the event includes amusement rides, food trucks, Santa and a fireworks finale. Funds raised support Rotary’s community projects.
Date: Sunday 13 December 2026
Time: 5pm to 9:30pm
Location: North Ryde Common, corner of Wicks Road and Twin Road, North Ryde
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free entry; parking $5 per car, rides and purchases extra
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Carols in the Domain
One of Sydney’s best-known Christmas traditions returns to The Domain for its 44th year. Enjoy Christmas favourites, Australian performers and fireworks at this big outdoor celebration. The Festive Lawn is free and non-ticketed, while paid reserved seating and reserved picnic lawn options are also available.
Bring a picnic rug and arrive early if you’re planning to watch from the free lawn. There’s pre-show entertainment and family activities before the evening concert.
Date: Saturday 19 December 2026
Time: Pre-show activities from 1pm; main event from 7:15pm, according to The Salvation Army. Check the final program before attending
Location: The Domain, Art Gallery Road, Sydney
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free on the Festive Lawn; paid reserved areas available—check website for prices
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Coogee Carols
Enjoy Christmas carols beside the beach at Goldstein Reserve. Randwick City Council’s annual Coogee Carols brings families and the community together for an evening of festive music by the foreshore. Pack a picnic rug and settle in for a seaside Christmas singalong.
Date: Sunday 20 December 2026
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: Goldstein Reserve, Coogee Beach, Coogee
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Sydney Sings Christmas
Enjoy a final dose of Christmas cheer close to Christmas Eve, with free choir performances at neighbourhood locations around the city. Hear Christmas carols and festive favourites at Sydney Town Hall, Taylor Square, Union Square in Pyrmont, Collins Street Reserve in Surry Hills, Minogue Reserve in Glebe, Green Square Plaza, Ellen Lawman Rest Area in Erskineville and Fitzroy Gardens in Kings Cross.
Choose a location near you and stop by for some Christmas music with the family.
Date: Wednesday 23 December 2026
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Location: Various city and inner-city locations—see website for the choir at each venue
Age Group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Worth the drive: Christmas carols on the Central Coast
Carols in the Stadium
Head to Gosford for an open-air evening of Christmas music, family entertainment and a fireworks finale at Polytec Stadium. Performers include Silvie Paladino, Colin Buchanan and Gina Jeffreys.
Choose from grandstand seating or a picnic-style spot on the pitch. Bring a picnic rug if you’re booking pitch tickets, along with a warm layer for later in the evening.
Date: Saturday 19 December 2026
Time: 6pm to 9pm; gates open at 4:30pm
Location: Polytec Stadium, 14 Dane Drive, Gosford
Age Group: All ages
Cost: From $5—check the booking website for ticket categories and any additional fees
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Tips for enjoying Christmas carols with kids
- Arrive early. Allow time to find a spot, visit the toilets and get settled before the music begins.
- Bring a picnic rug and check seating rules. Some events restrict high-backed chairs so everyone can see.
- Pack for changing weather. Sunscreen and hats are useful for afternoon arrivals, with a light jumper for after sunset.
- Check what costs extra. Free entry doesn’t always include rides, face painting or Santa photos.
- Plan around your children. An earlier community concert or a short choir performance may suit younger kids better than a late finish.
- Check for fireworks. If your child finds loud sounds uncomfortable, bring hearing protection or plan to leave before the finale.
- Check weather updates before leaving. Look at the organiser’s website or social channels for any changes.
For more festive family outings, explore our Christmas events in Sydney.