The Event - Carols in the Domain

 

The Event

When:   2012 date to be announced
Where:  to be announced

Cost: 

Woolworths Carols in the Domain 2011 was another huge success.  Hosts Grant Denyer and Natalie Barr were joined by a star studded line up that included Shannon Noll, Brian McFadden, Judith Durham, David Campbell, Mark Vincent, Melinda Schneider, The Fairies, Toybox, Justice Crew, Georgie Parker, Jay Lagia'ai, Hugh Sheridan, Danielle Spencer, Damien Leith, Katie Noonan and Elixir, Tania Doko, the cast of Annie the Musical and from London, a performance from Michael Buble.

The Domain was a sea of candle light as the packed crowd enjoyed a beautiful mild evening with no rain. 

Much needed funds were raised for The Salvation Army Oasis Youth Support Network through the sale of candle bags.

Thank you to everyone involved and we look forward to celebrating our 30th anniversary next year.

To see pictures from this year's Woolworths Carols in the Domain please go to our Gallery of Stars on our website, www.carolsinthedomain.com

Getting There

The Domain is adjacent to the Royal Botanic Gardens, between Art Gallery Road and Hospital Road, Sydney.

Patrons are advised to use public transport when attending the event

By Train: Exit at St James, Martin Place or Circular Quay
By Ferry: Walk to the Gardens from Circular Quay
By Bus: Take the Sydney Explorer buses 441 or 200

For timetable enquiries please call the Transport Info Line on 131 500 or visit www.131500.com.au for more specific details.

For the latest traffic information visit www.livetraffic.com

We encourage you to use public transport. However, limited car parking is available at the Domain Car Park (operated by Interpark). For more details please visit http://www.interparkaustralia.com.au/

To check traffic conditions on the day, phone 132 701 or click livetraffic.com.au  
 

What to bring

Patrons are encouraged to bring:

• Rugs, cushions and ground seating
• Free standing shade structures (no pegs please)
• Hat and sunscreen
• Plenty of Christmas Spirit

What not to bring

• Plastic Ground Cover
• Elevated seating and large beach umbrellas
• Glass products
• Pegs (metal, plastic or wooden) as they damage underground irrigation and are a hazard to picnickers and footballers using the Domain.  Please do not place any tent pegs into the ground.
• Sparklers / Fireworks
• Tents or marquee's
• Pets
• BBQ's
• Bean bags or inflatable furniture
• Please note that as this is a family event it is alcohol restricted.  Please only bring small quantities of alcohol with you as per safe drinking standards.  Intoxication will not be permitted.  For safe drinking guidelines as set by the department of health please click here  

 

Food and Beverages

A variety of food is available at the Domain to suit everyone’s taste. Located at various spots throughout the venue, the food ranges from your traditional take away delights to Thai, Himalayan and Turkish cuisine.

Woolworths Carols in the Domain is an alcohol restricted free, family event and members of the general public bringing their own alcohol to the site will be monitored with the help of security and the police.

Patrons are asked to please bring plastic bottles or cans, as glass is not allowed in the Domain. Please also remember to drink plenty of water throughout the event day.

Patrons who become intoxicated, abusive, offensive or quarrelsome will be removed from the site.

Please note that alcohol will not be sold at the venue during the event.

Woolworths Carols in the Domain is an alcohol restricted event.

Carols Candle Bags

The Woolworths' Carols in the Domain Candle Bag will be on sale at a cost of only $15. It is jam packed full of a variety of fantastic products valued at over $100.

Remember every dollar raised from the sale of the candle bags goes directly to The Salvation Army's Oasis Youth Support Network, who work with young people affected by homelessness and provide them with support to move from the streets to independent living and employment.

Candle Bags can be purchased from a Salvation Army representative, or at the following locations: Corner of Hospital Road and Art Gallery Road Hospital Road (opposite Martin Place) Corner of Hospital Road and Cahill Expressway

It's a great cause so this Christmas please buy a candle bag or make a donation to help those less fortunate.

Proudly supported by

Children's Carnival

Located along Hospital Road and Arbor Day Walk, the daytime carnival commences at 12 noon on Saturday. A jumping castle, laughing clowns and merry go round will be available, along with some other fantastic entertainment.

Limited Mobility Seating Area

An accessible viewing area is available for guests with limited Mobility.  These guests can be accompanied by a maximum of two companions in the designated area.  The location of the accessible viewing area is adjacent to Central Avenue.   

Please note that there is no accessible parking available, however there is a vehicle drop off zone on the corner of Hospital and Art Gallery Roads.

Please note this policy has changed from previous years.  We hope you enjoy Woolworths Carols in the Domain.

Information / Lost Children

The first point of contact for all parents looking for lost children should be at the Information / Lost Children booth located stage right on Hospital Road.

This year we will have a second Information / Lost Children booth.

Both are manned by qualified Salvation Army representatives and is also your main area of contact regarding general event issues.

Please assist the Salvos with lost kids by writing your mobile phone number on their arm. This way we can contact you sooner.

Merchandise

Lots of wonderful merchandise will be for sale on the day, including Santa hats, glow products, angel wings and halos. Merchandise will range in price from $4.00 to $20.00.

If you are buying merchandise please buy only from official Woolworths’ Carols in the Domain merchandisers. These will be located on site. Merchandisers selling outside the Domain do not support our event.

Public Amenities

Toilets for people with disabilities are located at three points:

• At the western end of the toilet blocks parallel to the Cahill Expressway
• Near the disabled seating zone on Central Ave

Standard toilet blocks are available along the perimeters of The Domain precinct on Hospital Rd and Cahill Expressway.

Seating at the Event

Patrons are encouraged to bring picnic rugs and ground seating from home. Seating that meets Botanic Gardens Trust standards will be available for hire at the venue. The cost is $9.00 per seat plus a deposit for a day’s usage. Please note that high chairs and beach umbrellas cannot be used on the Domain site so be sure to bring your sunscreen and hat along with you.

Telephones

Public phones are located on the corner of Hospital Road and Macquarie Street near The Domain. The Art Gallery of NSW and Sydney Hospital also have public phones.

Preserving the Gardens

As users of the Domain we are reminded to be cautious of people pouring ice from their drink coolers and placing plastic mats on the grass. Such actions are likely to cause damage to the grounds.

Wax dripping from candles on to the Domain grounds throughout the evening causes significant damage to the grassed areas and all patrons attending the event are encouraged to use the candle holders provided in the Salvation Army Show bags.

Look after The Gardens because after all they belong to you.

The Event

When: Saturday 17 December 2011
Where: Domain, Sydney

Cost: Free

Be there when the stars come out!

12.00noon:  Event carnival kicks off.  Sponsor marquees, public catering, children's carnival and carolsTV on the big screens.
3.00pm: carolsTV with Sally Stanton and pre-show entertainment on stage
8.30pm: Woolworths Carols in the Domain concert commences
11.00pm Event finishes

Woolworths Carols in the Domain is Australia’s largest free Christmas concert. Every year tens of thousands of people come together to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, while raising funds for The Salvation Army Oasis Youth Support Network. Those who can’t make it to the Domain can enjoy this spectacular concert live via the Seven Network.

This year marks the 29th year of Woolworths Carols in the Domain. The date's been set for Saturday 17 December and some of the biggest names in Australian show business will grace the stage.   Woolworths, our major sponsor, activeTV, the event and television producers and broadcaster, the Seven Network, look forward to welcoming you to this very special event.

2011 will again feature an  exciting line-up of talented performers.  Keep an eye on our website as the event draws nearer for all of the latest Woolworths Carols in the Domain news and announcements, including the unveiling of this year's performers.