SYDNEY CHRISTMAS 2014

Martin Place Christmas Tree – Commences Thursday 27 November 2014

The interactive Christmas Tree in Martin Place is back this year, providing a visual spectacle that enables people to share the spirit by sending text messages up its branches. The latest innovation for 2014 is a fun touch pad kiosk that helps the public to interact and control the colour settings of the LED tree decorations.

Christmas Light Forest – Commences Thursday 27 November 2014

Be captivated by our magical overhead Christmas Light Forest installation that floats above the length of Pitt Street Mall. Suspended ‘trees’ made from thousands of LED lights integrate with a free smartphone app, giving users the chance to interact and control the colours of the lights. In the same precinct buildings will be transformed into a stunning dreamscape thanks to dramatic digital projections.

Street Light Disco – Commences Thursday 27 November 2014

Street Light Disco transforms the promenade of Martin Place with a dazzling makeover. Installed on banner poles lining Martin Place, the shimmering banners reflect the plaza’s historic architecture while emitting a mirror ball-effect, captivating visitors with sparkle and light.Developed through Art & About Sydney, Street Light Disco is a joint initiative between City of Sydney and Office Feuerman, a design practice based in Sydney and New York.

Christmas Projections – Thursday 27 November – 25 December 2014 (8.30pm–1am)

Head to the City after sunset and watch in wonder as the Sydney Town Hall facade springs to life with vivid light projections every evening. As part of our expanded 2014 program, digital projections are displayed on buildings at the King Street entrance to Pitt Street Mall, transforming the area into a magical landscape.

Martin Place Children’s Concert & Tree Lighting – Thursday 27 November 2014 (6-8.30pm)

Head to Martin Place for the free children’s concert and see City of Sydney’s interactive Christmas Tree – lit in 2014 by Santa and the Lord Mayor. The concert is packed with entertainment the whole family will love, including a surprise headline act, characters from Sesame Street, Lah-Lah’s BIG Live Band, Eddie Perfect, carols from the Australian Girls Choir, and our Christmas ambassador Melissa Doyle doing the MC honours. Santa arrives with one lucky competition winner on his cycle-drawn sleigh and the night finishes with a spectacular fireworks display to mark the start of the festive season.

Christmas on the Green – Thursday 27 November 2014 (6-8.30pm)

Sydney’s free Christmas concert in iconic Hyde Park is perfect for families. It’s a lively and festive night offering great entertainment for young ones and adults, with plenty of space to spread out. Hosted by James Tobin, with a welcome from Lord Mayor Clover Moore, the entertainment includes Tom & Jerry, Butterscotch’s Playground, Hi-5, plus carols and singing from Emma Pask and St Andrews Cathedral Choir. There’ll also be craft activities, a sausage sizzle, yummy ice cream and a fun Santa stocking jam-packed with goodies for a gold coin donation, with all proceeds going to our charity partner, Australian Children’s Music Foundation. Once the sun sets, the night sky is illuminated with a stunning fireworks display.

Rushcutters Bay – Saturday 29 November 2014 (6.30-8.30pm)

Get your Christmas 2014 festive season started at our free family-friendly concert, packed with children’s entertainment, live music, fireworks and a visit from Santa. Hosted by James Tobin, with a welcome from Lord Mayor Clover Moore, it includes carols from The Acappelicans, music from the elsoms for the kids and live jazz from Emma Pask for all the family. There’ll also be craft activities, a sausage sizzle, delicious ice cream and a fun Santa stocking jam-packed with goodies for a gold coin donation, with all proceeds going to charity partner Australian Children’s Music Foundation. The night culminates in a glittering fireworks display.

Rosebery – Sunday 30 November 2014 (6.30-8.30pm)

This free concert kick starts your family’s Christmas festive season, with its children’s entertainment, live music, fireworks and a visit from Santa. Hosted by James Tobin, with a welcome from Lord Mayor Clover Moore, it includes carols from The Acappelicans, music from the elsoms for the kids and soul from Lionel Cole for all the family. There’ll also be craft activities, a sausage sizzle, delicious gelato and a fun goodies-packed Santa stocking for a gold coin donation, with all proceeds going to charity partner Australian Children’s Music Foundation. The night is topped off with a magical fireworks display.

Alexandria – Saturday 6 December 2014 (6.30-8.30pm)

Rock n’ roll your way into the festive spirit this Christmas at our free family-friendly concert, packed with children’s entertainment, live music, fireworks and a visit from Santa. Hosted by James Tobin, with a welcome from Lord Mayor Clover Moore, the program includes carols from The Acappelicans, music from Lah-Lah’s BIG Live Band for the kids and rock n roll from The Drey Rollan Band for all the family. There’ll also be craft activities, a sausage sizzle, yummy gelato and a fun Santa stocking jam-packed with goodies for a gold coin donation, with all proceeds going to our charity partner Australian Children’s Music Foundation. We top off the night with an exciting fireworks display.

Surry Hills – Sunday 7 December 2014 (6.30-8.30pm)

Grab the kids and head down to our free family-friendly concert, packed with children’s entertainment, live music, fireworks and a visit from Santa. Hosted by James Tobin, with a welcome from Lord Mayor Clover Moore, the program includes carols from The Acappelicans, music from The Kazoos for the kids and jazz from Cope Street Parade for all the family. There’ll also be craft activities, a sausage sizzle, yummy gelato and a fun Santa stocking jam-packed with goodies for a gold coin donation, all proceeds going to our charity partner Australian Children’s Music Foundation. The night culminates in a magical fireworks display.

Carols in the City – 27 November (7-9pm), 4, 11, 18 December 2014 (6-8pm)

The City swells with the sounds of glorious music this festive season, as choirs grace the City on Thursday evenings

Choirs at the Tree – 1 December – 24 December 2014 (6-8pm)

For the first time ever, choirs perform at the Martin Place Christmas Tree every night in December.

Christmas at Sydney Town Hall – Tuesday, 16 December 2014 (8-9.30pm)

Nothing will get you into the Christmas spirit like our renowned Christmas at Sydney Town Hall concert. The magnificent Grand Organ and the stunning sandstone surroundings make this very traditional affair of carol singing, festive music and readings a memorable night for the whole family. Tickets sell out quickly, so don’t miss out on this much-loved night in one of Sydney’s most beautiful buildings.