Carols by Candlelight 2024

Performers 
Alana Lane  
Brooke Targett  
Classique Dance Centre
Dance Academy 34  
Dance Pointe Academy
Ethan Baker-Dowdell  
Gayathirry Kunasegaran  
George Boyle  
Holly Donnelly  
Isobel Miller 
James Ballard  
Jayne Shepherd  
Kaleb Watts  
KRSD Performing Arts
Liliana Langham
Macey Delanty    
Mackenzie Bowman  
Maisie Howard  
Marcus Byard  
Marina Lee  
Matt Gower  
Melissa Wimmer  
Melissa Wimmer's School of Theatrical Dance
Mia Ainslie  
Nathan Wheldon  
New Horizons   
Nikia Breen  
Paige Crooks  
Ross Challender Big Band  
Royce Aldred  
Shelley Spencer  
Sian Prideaux  
Sophie Clark  
St Joe's Big Band  
Steven Fitzallen   
Travis Hennessy and LC Vocal Ensemble
Zoe Weeding 

Only battery-operated candles are allowed due to the damage wax candles can cause to the grass. Battery-operated candles will be available for purchase at the event. Please note this is a cashless event, so card payments are required.

A Rotary Club BBQ and coffee vans will be available in the park throughout the evening. Payment options vary between vendors, so please come prepared with card payments as cash may not be accepted.

We also invite you to bring along a picnic, or treat yourself to delicious options from the many local food businesses open on Sunday prior to the Carols. 

Find out where to get a bite to eat before Carols

Yes, coffee vans will be on-site for your caffeine fix.

Water stations will be available throughout the park. We encourage attendees to bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.

A designated area will be available for those with low line folding chairs and picnic blankets. Taller camp chairs are also welcome but will need to be set up in a designated area behind the low line chairs to ensure clear sightlines for everyone. Please be mindful of others when choosing your spot.

Yes, accessible seating and access will be provided. If you require assistance, our team will be happy to help on the day.

No, dogs are not permitted at the event, except for registered assistance animals.

Yes, Carols by Candlelight is a smoke-free event.

What parking options are available? A range of on-street and off-street car park options are available in Launceston. For more details, visit:
Parking Locations & Fees

This is a free event, and gates will open at 4.00pm.

Lost property will be managed at the Information Tent. If you’ve misplaced something, head there for assistance.

A lost children’s area will also be located at the Rotunda in the middle of City Park this will be well signed. Please inform an City of Launceston staff member immediately if you need assistance.

Yes, First Aid services will be available on-site to handle any medical needs during the event.

In the Event of an Emergency

• Please follow the instructions of the Area Warden and other event staff. They are trained to guide you to the nearest Emergency Evacuation Point safely.
• Lost children will be escorted out of the park through Gate 6 and taken to the evacuation point at Terry White Chemmart on Brisbane Street. If you are separated from your child, please alert event staff immediately.
• Announcements will be made via the public address system to inform attendees of evacuation procedures and next steps.

Your safety is our top priority, and we appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a smooth evacuation if required.

Carols by Candlelight will go ahead in all weather conditions unless extreme such as lightning. If the event has to be cancelled it will be communicated on the event Facebook post and City of Launceston website. Please note that the UV index on Sunday 22nd of December is extreme (11), please ensure you remember sunscreen and skin protection.