Public listings checked 25/10/2026. Dates use each event’s local time. Check organiser details before travelling.
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26 matching events listed in the next 60 days. Admission prices are shown where supplied.
The Variety Kids Carols returns to Tolosa Park, Glenorchy in 2026 for another joyful afternoon of Christmas cheer!
Designed specially for families with younger children this afternoon carols event brings together children, parents and grandparents to sing, clap and dance to festive favourites like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman. Hosted by John X with live music from the Glenorchy City Brass Band and a cast of Tasmanian guest performers from radio, stage and television.
Bring a picnic rug and snacks, settle in and enjoy a relaxed celebration designed to wrap up in plenty of time for kids to be home for bedtime. Plus a very special appearance by the man in the big red suit will add extra sparkle for young hearts.
Tickets are just $10 with children aged 5-15 $5 and children under 5 admitted free of charge. Food, soft drinks and fun festive merchandise will be available for purchase. Gates open at 10am with Carols performances starting at 11am.
All proceeds from the event will support Variety The Children's Charity Tasmania to empower local kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability to enjoy a future without limits!
Variety Carols by Candlelight is Hobart's much-loved festive tradition, bringing families and friends together for an evening of Christmas music under the stars.
Pack a picnic rug, gather your favourite people and enjoy the joyful atmosphere as Matt Ives Big Band and a standout cast of Tasmanian performers from radio, stage and television take to the stage. A special visit from the man in the big red suit will add extra magic to the night. Food vendors and festive merchandise will be available for those who would like to make the evening even brighter.
100% of proceeds support Variety – the Children's Charity Tasmania, to help Tassie kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability to have a future without limits!
