Carols by Candlelight, Melbourne Sydney Myer Music Bowl

Get into the Christmas spirit and support a great cause at the annual Carols By Candlelight, Christmas Eve event in Melbourne. It is such a special evening for the whole family and one of our most favourite Christmas memories!

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Carols by Candlelight, Melbourne 2025

Carols by Candlelight at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl is one of Melbourne’s most iconic Christmas events and a truly magical way to celebrate the festive season with family. It’s a night filled with music, joy, and that unmistakable Christmas spirit that brings people of all ages together. Our kids still talk about it and it is one of our most favourite Christmas memories.

Each year, the bowl comes alive with thousands of twinkling candles, festive lights, and a star studded line-up of performers singing everyone’s favourite Christmas carols.

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Over the years this Christmas event has hosted various famous guests including favourites such as Denis Walter, Marina Prior, Silvie Paladino, David Hobson, John Farnham, Debra Byrne, Delta Goodrem, James Morrison, Guy Sebastian, Hi-5 and Anthony Callea.

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More than 10,000 people attend each year and Channel 9 broadcast the whole show live from 8pm AEST on Christmas Eve, as well as a replay on Christmas Day.

The afternoon starts with a kid friendly line up of entertainment for the little ones. The excitement builds as the night goes on, kids waving their candles in time with the music, families picnicking on the lawn, and everyone joining together in the countdown to Christmas.

There’s something so special about sitting under the stars with candles glowing all around, hearing those familiar songs that mark the start of the holiday season.

Not only is it a beautiful event, but it also supports a great cause, with proceeds going to Vision Australia, helping children and families in need during the holidays.

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Who is Vision Australia?

Vision Australia is the largest national provider of services for people who are blind or have low vision. For children, this includes orientation and mobility services, school support, the Feelix children’s library and so much more.

Carols by Candlelight is the largest annual fundraiser for Vision Australia’s children’s services, with all proceeds from the event supporting services for families and children who are blind or have low vision.

Tips for Visiting Carols By Candlelight Melbourne

Gates open at 4pm, if you have lawn seats get there early or on time to get the best spots, the lawn fills quickly.
Bring your picnic rug and low seats to get comfortable.
Food and drinks are available, but you can also bring a picnic.
If you are bringing the kids, make sure to take some activities to do before the performances start.
When we attended Christmas hats and glow candles were provided complimentary.

If you’re looking for a festive experience that captures the magic of Christmas, Carols by Candlelight at the Myer Music Bowl is a must-do. Bring your picnic rug, your singing voice, and your Christmas spirit, it’s an unforgettable Melbourne tradition that your family will treasure year after year.

Details

Where:
Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne.
When:
Main Performance: 24th December
Rehearsal Night 23rd Dec
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Carols by Candlelight Melbourne on TV

If you are lucky to be able to attend the Carols by Candlelight event in Melbourne it will be a night to remember. If not, make sure to watch Carols by Candlelight live on Christmas eve on Channel 9. This Carols by Candlelight Melbourne event is not to be missed!