Christmas Live
at Taronga

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Tickets are on sale now!

A fresh new Christmas experience is coming to Taronga on Saturday 5 December!

Location
Concert Lawns
Time
Saturday 5 December
6pm – 8:30pm
Cost
Adult $45 | Child $36 4-15 years
Children aged 3 years and under are free
Important information
Zoo Friends receive a 20% discount on tickets

Let the festivities begin!

Christmas Live at Taronga returns with a fresh new twist! For the first time, media personality Matty J will host the festivities, featuring award-winning children's entertainers The Mik Maks live on stage, the Australian Girls Choir and a very special guest from the North Pole!

Set against the spectacular backdrop of Sydney Harbour, this much-loved family favourite brings together live music, festive favourites and plenty of Christmas magic for an unforgettable evening the whole family can enjoy!

Your ticket also includes free entry into Taronga Zoo from 2pm-5pm, giving you the chance to explore the Zoo before settling in for a festive night under the stars.*

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Ticket inclusions

Unreserved picnic area

on Taronga’s Concert Lawns

Christmas Live

at Taronga from 6pm

Zoo Entry 2pm-5pm*

Guests must exit the Zoo by 5pm and re-enter from 6pm for the event.

Christmas Live Lineup

Free Zoo Entry from 2pm-5pm!*

If you're a Zoo Friends member and are buying tickets for friends who are not members, feel free to add this option so you can all visit Taronga from 2pm-5pm. Merry Christmas from Taronga!

Guests must exit the Zoo by 5pm and re-enter from 6pm for the event.

Ticket valid for 5 Dec 2026 only and not eligible for upgrade to a Zoo Friends Membership.

Add-ons

Access to the Bakehouse Bar and Saltwater Takeaway for food and beverage purchases throughout the evening. Collect your pre-purchased add-on Hampers from the Bakehouse Bar on the Concert Lawns, Chillazy and picnic rug collection is located to the right-hand side of the stage.

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Hamper for two

Cost: $95

A delicious selection of artisan charcuterie and local cheeses, flavoured dips, marinated olives and pickles, sourdough baguette and lavash crackers, dried and fresh seasonal fruits and berries, mixed roasted nuts, and macarons.

Plant-Based (GF) Hamper for two

Cost: $95

Enjoy a selection of seasonal crudités and roasted vegetables, beetroot and spinach falafels, flavourful dips, marinated olives and pickles, a gluten-free roll and crackers, fresh and dried seasonal fruits and berries, mixed roasted nuts, and a delicious chocolate slice.

Chillazy Chair

Cost: $40

Sit back and relax in style with our low-level Chillazy Chair, providing a comfortable spot to settle in and enjoy the spectacular harbour views and entertainment throughout the evening.

Picnic Rug

Cost: $30

For extra comfort, create the perfect picnic setup with a Taronga Picnic Rug, offering a comfortable space to relax with friends and family while enjoying the the evening's entertainment.