Carols in the Park 2023
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper will not dampen the festive spirit in Cairns this Sunday, with Carols in the Park still going ahead at the Cairns Performing Arts Centre instead.
Carols in CPAC
Sunday 17 December 2023
- This is a free event, however, to manage numbers, event goers need to secure a ticket through Ticketlink. Ticketed seats are limited to 1,300 combining the CPAC Theatre and Studio.
- Tickets will be available from Friday afternoon. https://www.ticketlink.com.au/
- The live performance in the main Theatre will be streamed into the Studio and foyer, as well as on Council's YouTube and Facebook platforms.
- Please note, due to copyright restrictions for songs, the YouTube and Facebook platforms may mute these streams at any time.
- CPAC doors open from 5pm
- Main Show 6.30pm-8.30pm
The CPAC bar will be open for drinks and light refreshments.
Carols in the Park will return to Munro Martin Parklands (MMP) for 2023 with a live stage production..
This year’s event will embody a ‘Baubles and Bows’ theme, featuring a wide variety of local artists.
Sunday 17 December 2023
- Gates open form 4pm
- Roving performances/fashion show at 6pm
- Main Show 6.30pm-8.30pm
FREE EVENT
- Munro Martin Parklands (MMP) - watch the show live on stage, with additional screens in corner park placements. Make it a family picnic, BYO blanket and chairs
- Florence Street (between Sheridan and Grafton Streets) will be closed to traffic with food trucks and activation's
- Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) - watch the show live-streamed in the theatre in air-conditioned comfort, fully accessible and perfect the elderly to join in the fun. Seats are limited.
NOTE: this is an alcohol-free event, no alcohol will be sold or permitted to be brought into the venues.
Note: this event may be cancelled at short notice in the event of unfavourable or unsafe weather conditions. Please refer to Council's Facebook page for status changes; this web page is not updated for cancellations at short notice.
Proudly supported by Major event sponsor
Carols in the Park sponsorship opportunities
- Corporate sponsorship: Align your brand with Carol's in the Park. Sponsorship opportunities are currently available for the 2022 event.
To find out more, contact Chrystal Neeve, Coordinator Events Delivery on 07 4044 3477 or rsvp@cairns.qld.gov.au
Road closures:
Florence Street (between Sheridan and Grafton streets) will be closed to traffic from 1pm-9pm for the food vendors
Last Updated: 15 December 2023
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