Christmas at the Cathedral
A free family Christmas event
17 - 25 December 2025
5:30pm till 10:30pm Every Night
Light show at 8:30pm
St Mary's Cathedral
Cnr Prince Albert Road and College Street Sydney
Christmas at the Cathedral has become a Sydney tradition. It is an annual event that draws hundreds of thousands of families, children, community groups and tourists together to experience the lights and sounds of Christmas.
Experience the magic of Christmas at this nine-day festival in the heart of Sydney. From 17 to 25 December, the forecourt of St Mary’s Cathedral will come alive each night with food and gift stalls, live entertainment, and captivating roaming performers.
Don’t miss the breathtaking projection of light onto the façade of the cathedral, the highlight of this much-loved annual event, retelling the classic stories of Christmas.
Shopping for gifts, enjoying delicious food, or soaking in the festive atmosphere - there’s something for everyone. Everyone is invited to experience the wonder of Christmas at St Mary’s.
Enjoy different Christmas performances on stage every night. Please review the performance schedule at the link below for the details.
The nightly performance schedule
Christmas at the Cathedral
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