Carols by Candlelight all over town
The festive season is upon us and the countdown has begun. Christmas Day is only a couple of weeks away and soon 2013 will plunge into 2014. As the 25th approaches, the smell of Christmas trees fills the house, bits and pieces of wrapping paper stick to your feet and you struggle to walk through the house, as presents seem to take on a life of their own. So why not escape the house and enjoy all that Sydney has to offer throughout the Christmas season? As the big day draws near, so do many of our beloved Christmas rituals. Everyone has heard of the Carols in the Domain, but what about the other Christmas celebrations that offer something a little closer to home?
Family Village Concert
Sunday 8th December
Prince Alfred Park, Surry Hills
6.30-8.30pm
Cost: Free
Get the Christmas season started off early with this free, family-friendly event located in the heart of the Surry Hills community. Packed with loads of entertainment, fireworks, live music and a special visit from a certain festive man dressed in red and white. This event is hosted by Leah Purcell and will start off with a welcome from Lord Mayor Clover Moore. The ACMF choir is providing the carols, Lah Lah’s Big Live Band is bringing the music for the kids, and the Leisure Bandits for the adults. What more could you want? Bring along your friends and family, and an empty stomach so that you are able to fill up on all the sausage sizzles and gelatos you desire.
For more details check out https://www.sydneychristmas.com.au/whatson/family-village-concert-surry-hills/
Saturday 14th December
Barwon Park
4.30 – 8.30pm
Cost: Free
Matraville Carols always brings a delightful atmosphere of fun-filled entertainment and community spirit, so why not join in on the fun in the weeks leading up to Christmas? With an audience of around 8,000 last year, this event is sure to bring many together to share the joy of Christmas. The event is free and is sure to be packed with loads of entertainment, so what better way to enjoy yourselves then to delve into the Christmas spirit on a warm Saturday night.
For more information check out https://www.matraville.info/christmas-carols/
Sunday 15th December
Coogee Beach (Goldstein reserve)
6.30 – 8.30pm
Cost: Free
What better way to celebrate Christmas then heading on down to one of the finest beaches in Sydney. Let the good tunes and Christmas carols play whilst you feel the cool wind through your hair and enjoy all that Coogee has to offer. The fun begins at 6.30 and will go on until 8.30, but why not arrive earlier? Bring a few friends, grab yourselves a good view and have a picnic. A few of Sydney’s favourite stars will be performing this year, David Harris, Kurt Phelan and Jaynie Seal just for starters.
For more details check out https://www.coogeecarols.com.au/
Christmas Choir Program
Pitt St Mall & Martin Place.
7.00-9.00pm Thursday evenings
Until the 19th of December, weekly.
Cost: Free
Christmas, Carols, Choirs, If these three words fill you with an inner glow, then why not take a stroll by the City Centre while you finish off all your late Christmas shopping. From 7.00-9.00pm on Thursday evenings, choirs will be gracing the city and filling the atmosphere with sweet-sounding carols that are sure to get you in the spirit of Christmas.
For further details, check out https://www.sydneychristmas.com.au/whatson/christmas-choir-program-2013-12-05/
Christmas at Sydney Town Hall Concert
17th of December
8.00-9.30pm
Cost: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors & children.
Celebrate Christmas with the whole family at the Sydney Town Hall Concert. This festive event involves all that you would hope for in the week leading up to Christmas. The Grand Organ and sandstone surroundings create a traditional atmosphere that is enjoyable for all. Festive music and entertainment ensure that this will be a memorable night for the whole family.
For more details visit www.cityrecitalhall.com.au
Carols in the Domain
Saturday 21st December
From all the team at EastSide FM
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.