When: Saturday 20 December 2025

Where: The Domain, Sydney — set in the heart of the city, with the Royal Botanic Gardens and Sydney Harbour as a backdrop, The Salvation Army's Carols in the Domain is a truly special Christmas experience.

The Festive Lawn — the free, non-ticketed area can be accessed from any time.

The excitement kicks off in the afternoon with pre-show entertainment, fun activities, themed activations, prizes to be won and delicious food and drinks, all leading up to the Carols Red Carpet at 5.30pm, and the main event at 7.45pm. 

Check the Carols in the Domain website for updates on all events happening around the Domain.

This year, The Festive Lawn will be a free and non-ticketed area. With ample space for all, bring your picnic along or enjoy the many food options available. Get in early to secure your spot. 

For added comfort and convenience, we also have options for purchasing reserved seating and other ticketed areas on offer. Buy yours at https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/carols-in-the-domain-2025.

From twinkling lights and festive fireworks to the soaring voices of Australia’s finest performers, there’s nothing quite like singing your favourite carols under the stars.

Performers: In addition to The Wiggles and Budjerah, this year brings an exciting lineup of some of Australia’s favourite artists.

Announcements for 2025 will be made soon, so make sure you check back for updates. Adding to the fun, there’s pre-show entertainment, fun activities, themed activations, prizes to be won and delicious food and drinks, all leading up to the Carols Red Carpet at 5.30pm, and the main event at 7.45pm.

For detailed event updates, follow visit https://carolsinthedomain.com/

We encourage catching public transport to The Domain, as parking onsite is limited.

By train: Circular Quay, Martin Place, St James or Wynyard ​ 

By ferry: Walk to the Domain from Circular Quay​ 

By bus: Visit https://transportnsw.info/ for timetables, maps and trip planning from your location.

For more information on public transport and planning your trip, visit https://transportnsw.info/ or download the Transport Info app. ​ 

Limited metered parking is available on Mrs Macquaries Road and the Domain Carpark. For duration and prices, visit www.domaincarpark.com.au   

Pickup point: There is no pickup point available, as all surrounding roads will be closed at 9pm to allow safe public egress.

Drop off point: There is a designated drop off area located on Hospital Road, entering off Art Gallery Road. The drop off area is to be used by any vehicle that is dropping off patrons attending the event, including taxis, ride share services, hire cars and public patrons. The maximum time limit for vehicles stopping is 1 minute. No vehicles are permitted to park in the drop off area at any stage. 

For more event information, please visit The Salvation Army's Carols in the Domain website at https://carolsinthedomain.com/about-carols/faq  

Volunteering opportunities available this year:

• Candle Bag stall volunteer
  Help us sell candle bags to raise vital funds for homelessness. The candle bags, filled with family treats and toys generously donated by Woolworths and a range of other suppliers, will be sold at The Salvation Army's Carols in the Domain, with all proceeds supporting Salvos homelessness programs. 
• Volunteer usher
  Get involved with The Salvation Army's Carols in the Domain as an event usher. Help us warmly welcome guests as they arrive, scan their tickets, and direct them to their reserved seating area in The Domain.

Tickets can be purchased at https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/carols-in-the-domain-2025

No! This year, the Festive Lawn is a huge non-ticketed area where you can enjoy the show for free. Bring your picnic along or enjoy the many food options available. Make sure you get in early to secure your spot. 

You can also purchase reserved seating and other ticketed areas for added comfort and convenience, at https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/carols-in-the-domain-2025.

If you prefer convenient reserved seating up closer to the stage, take advantage of the limited reserved seating available. With the best seats in the house, you’ll be right in the centre of all the festive action, and with the convenience of a reserved seat, there’s no need to get to the venue early in the morning to secure the best spot. 

Enjoy the show with a touch of luxury in the premium reserved seating areas, with low-profile beach chairs*, or opt for the reserved picnic lawn in TinselTown. Tickets available online through Ticketbooth. 

Free general admission is available at the Festive Lawn precinct, where the Christmas spirit fills the air and everyone is welcome. 

*Note: Most seats are beach-style chairs set low to the ground and may not be suitable for individuals with mobility requirements. For a regular chair, select a Rudolph or Comet Regular Chair ticket.

There are limited reserved limited mobility seats available in the reserved seating area. There is also a Priority Access general admission lawn available. Tickets to this lawn are free but capacity is limited. To book your ticket and for any enquiries, please visit Ticketbooth.