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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Plan your perfect holiday itinerary in Marrickville! Our guide features all the top festive events and activities. Whether you're rediscovering Marrickville or exploring it for the first time, our guide leads you to the holiday fun.

Popular during the holiday season is the enchanting **Lights of Christmas at St Mary's Cathedral**, where the iconic cathedral is beautifully illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere for visitors. Another highlight is **Christmas Carols at Martin Place**, where the community gathers to sing traditional carols beneath a stunning Christmas tree. And the **Carols in the Domain** is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it brings together local talent for a night filled with joy and music. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Marrickville Holiday Light Displays

What to Expect:

Vibrant Christmas tree with LED lights and Australian flowers.

Description:

The Martin Place Christmas tree is a spectacular display featuring over 110,000 LED lights, a 3.4-metre colour-changing star, and 330 glossy baubles. The tree's 800 branches are adorned with 15,000 flowers representing nine different Australian flowers. Every night, a different choir sings carols by the tree, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere.

Where: Sydney | More Info: Christmas Carols at Martin Place

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Marrickville Holiday Shows and Entertainment

What to Expect:

Star-studded Christmas carol concert with fireworks.

Description:

Carols in the Domain is a beloved annual event in Sydney's historic Domain, featuring a star-studded lineup of performers, festive activities, and spectacular fireworks.

Where: Sydney | More Info: Carols in the Domain

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Interactive storytelling adventure with unique characters and cinematic scenes.

Description:

The Christmas Portal is an immersive event where families can join elves and fairies on a theatrical journey through a white Christmas setting. Activities include toy-building, snowball fights, learning the Elf Dance, visiting Santa on stage, and dancing at the Tinsel Jingle Disco. Guests help Chief Toy Maker Ernest Eggnog in Santa’s Toy Factory to save Christmas by building a toy and enjoying a special Santa Pantomime show.

Where: Alexandria | More Info: The Christmas Portal

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Family-friendly event with live music and Santa visit.

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Join us at Christmas @ Cahill Park for a family-friendly event featuring live music, food stalls, face painting, and a visit from Santa. Enjoy performances by local bands and choirs, making it a delightful evening for all.

Where: Wolli Creek | More Info: Christmas @ Cahill Park

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Live performances by renowned artists and a visit from Santa.

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Join us at Halliday Park for a night of live performances, face painting, and festive fun. Enjoy a variety of cuisines from food trucks and meet Santa in his throne amidst a beautiful sunset backdrop. The event features renowned performers like Robbie Hunt, Kamahl, Gaetano Bonfante, and Mike Williams, accompanied by the impressive NSW Corrective Services Band.

Where: Five Dock | More Info: Christmas Carols at Halliday Park

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Family-friendly Christmas carol performance by the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra and Choir.

Description:

The Willoughby Symphony Orchestra presents a delightful concert featuring your favorite Christmas classics, performed by the orchestra and choir, at the Concourse Concert Hall in Chatswood.

Where: Chatswood | More Info: Willoughby Symphony Orchestra The Magic of Christmas 2024

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Marrickville Other Holiday Activities

What to Expect:

Interactive Christmas celebration with unlimited rides and activities.

Description:

Sydney Santa Spectacular is a family-friendly event at Blacktown Showgrounds featuring amusement rides, an Enchanted Christmas forest, live stage shows, and interactive activities for all ages.

Where: Blacktown | More Info: Sydney Santa Spectacular

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Luxurious harbour cruise with multiple dining options and live entertainment.

Description:

Celebrate Christmas on Sydney Harbour with Captain Cook Cruises, offering three decks and premium beverage selections. Enjoy a 3-course, 4-course, or 6-course menu, live entertainment, and stunning harbour views.

Where: Sydney | More Info: Sydney Harbour Xmas Cruise 2024

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Traditional Filipino Christmas celebrations with authentic food and cultural performances.

Description:

The Philippine Christmas PASKO Festival is a vibrant two-day event celebrating traditional Filipino Christmas traditions, featuring mouth-watering Filipino cuisine, live performances showcasing traditional music and dance, and a colourful lantern contest.

Where: Sydney | More Info: Philippine Christmas PASKO Festival

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Networking event for business professionals to connect and expand their international contacts.

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Join the ANZ India Business Chamber for a Christmas networking event at the Lincoln Institute of Higher Education. This in-person event offers a great opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your business network.

Where: Sydney | More Info: ANZIBC Christmas Networking & Business Introduction

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