Last updated: 11 November 2024
Enjoy the festive charm of Campsie with our detailed event guide. From Campsie old-timers to fresh faces, our guide is your key to unlocking festive wonders.
Popular during the holiday season, the Woolworths Carols in the Domain brings together families and friends for a night filled with beautiful music and community spirit. With stunning light displays, the Lights of Christmas at St Mary's Cathedral enchants visitors, showcasing breathtaking artistic illuminations that capture the holiday spirit. And the Deck The Harbour - Darling Harbour Christmas is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring spectacular fireworks and vibrant festivities along the waterfront. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Campsie Holiday Light Displays
Lights of Christmas at St Mary's Cathedral
- What to Expect
- Dazzling display of over 30 million Christmas pixels.
- Description
- St Mary's Cathedral presents an extensive Christmas light display featuring over 30 million pixels, creating a dazzling spectacle that illuminates the historic site.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : Lights of Christmas at St Mary's Cathedral
Martin Place Christmas Tree
- What to Expect
- Tallest Christmas tree in NSW with a multi-sensory sound and light experience.
- Description
- The Martin Place Christmas tree is a towering spectacle adorned with over 110,000 LED lights, a 3.4-meter colour-changing star, and 330 glossy baubles. Its 800 branches are dressed with 15,000 flowers representing nine different Australian flowers. A different choir sings carols by the tree every night, creating a kaleidoscope of colours and decorative lights every 15 minutes from 8pm to midnight.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : Martin Place Christmas Tree
Pitt Street Mall Canopy of Light
- What to Expect
- Synchronized light display on historic marketplace buildings.
- Description
- Pitt Street Mall is transformed into a vibrant spectacle with 80,000 LED lights and 10 stunning 2-meter high stars, creating a kaleidoscope of colours and lights every night.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : Pitt Street Mall Canopy of Light
Campsie Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Markets
- What to Expect
- Local artisan food and wine showcase.
- Description
- The Christmas Market at Carriageworks in Sydney features over 150 local producers showcasing artisan food, wine, and curated products. Enjoy a variety of seasonal produce, gourmet food, and unique gifts while immersing yourself in the festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : Christmas Markets
Campsie Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Night Before Christmas in Concert
- What to Expect
- Live-to-film concert with a full symphonic performance.
- Description
- Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas comes to life with a live orchestra at ICC Sydney, featuring Danny Elfman's iconic score performed by the Sydney Lyric Orchestra.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : The Night Before Christmas in Concert
Sydney Santa Spectacular
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas event with unlimited rides and activities for the whole family.
- Description
- Sydney Santa Spectacular is a family-friendly event featuring amusement rides, an Enchanted Christmas walk-through with falling snow, live stage shows, and interactive activities like petting zoos and craft workshops.
- Where
- Blacktown | More Info : Sydney Santa Spectacular
The Christmas Portal
- What to Expect
- Immersive storytelling adventure with interactive Christmas activities.
- Description
- Step through The Christmas Portal to a winter wonderland where elves and fairies guide you on a storytelling adventure. Help save Christmas by building a toy and participating in activities like snow fights, learning the Elf Dance, and visiting Santa on stage. Enjoy indoor snow play, cinematic scenes, and festive trimmings over 2-3 hours.
- Where
- Alexandria | More Info : The Christmas Portal
The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker
- What to Expect
- Live classical music and ballet adaptation for young audiences.
- Description
- The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker, a captivating adaptation of the beloved ballet featuring live classical music and ballet, created in collaboration with David McAllister. This immersive production brings together Tchaikovsky's iconic music, performed by an ACO quintet, with dance and narration, making it an ideal introduction to live classical music and ballet for families.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents The Nutcracker
Woolworths Carols in the Domain
- What to Expect
- Star-studded Christmas concert with fireworks and festive activities.
- Description
- Woolworths Carols in the Domain is Australia's most joyous Christmas event, held annually in Sydney's historic Domain. The event features national and international performers, spectacular fireworks, and a star-studded Carols Red Carpet. Enjoy pre-show entertainment, fun-filled activities, and fabulous food and drinks.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : Woolworths Carols in the Domain
Carols by the Sea at Bondi Beach
- What to Expect
- Local performers and festive entertainment.
- Description
- Celebrate the festive season at Bondi Beach with local young performers, Christmas songs by Kule Yule and Lara Nakle, and the fabulous Bondi Brass. Enjoy craft activities and maybe even a visit from Santa.
- Where
- Bondi Beach | More Info : Carols by the Sea at Bondi Beach
Christmas Carols at Halliday Park
- What to Expect
- Live entertainment with a special visit from Santa.
- Description
- Join us at Halliday Park for a lively evening of Christmas carols featuring live performances, face painting, and a visit from Santa. Enjoy a variety of cuisines from food trucks, including Gozleme, Greek pita wraps, and crowd favorites like sausage sizzle and fairy floss.
- Where
- Five Dock | More Info : Christmas Carols at Halliday Park
Christmas @ Cahill Park
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly Christmas movie night with live music and Santa visit.
- Description
- Join us at Cahill Park for a delightful evening of entertainment, featuring the popular Christmas movie "Elf" with live music and festive activities, including face painting and a visit from Santa.
- Where
- Wolli Creek | More Info : Christmas @ Cahill Park
Campsie Other Holiday Activities
Deck The Harbour - Darling Harbour Christmas
- What to Expect
- Interactive family activities with live DJs and Santa's visits.
- Description
- Dive into the spirit of Christmas at Darling Harbour with family fun activities like Christmas sing-alongs, storytime sessions, and Santa's workshop. Enjoy pedal boat rides, Pixar Putt mini golf, and spectacular fireworks on weekends.
- Where
- Sydney | More Info : Deck The Harbour - Darling Harbour Christmas