Our much-loved Swinging Christmas event returns next Saturday 7 December – and it’s bigger and better than ever before!
To meet growing demand, we’ve moved the annual event you all know and love from its traditional home at Rosny Farm to a new, scenic location at Wentworth Park in Howrah Beach, allowing even more families and friends to experience the magic of a classic ‘Clarence Christmas’.
Hosted by the inimitable Jane Longhurst, this free, family-friendly, 90-minute musical extravaganza will feature Tassie’s top musicians putting a lively spin on seasonal favourites with the Hot Christmas House Band, alongside a fantastic lineup of special guests, including the Mambo Afro Trio, renowned vocalists Isabella Mahmoud, Emily Sanzaro, and Nadira, the Southern Lights Big Band, SWOON, the Clarence Jazz Festival 2025 Scholars: Jamie Walton, Orlaith Badger, Xavier Stanford, and Ruben Beretta-Grande, the Grinch – and rumour has it that Santa himself might even make a surprise visit!
Feel free to bring along a picnic, rug, and some festive drinks. Please note parking is very limited, so please walk or ride your bike if you can. A coffee van and hot food will also be available for purchase on the night.
What: Clarence City Council’s Swinging Christmas carols event
When: Saturday 7 December from 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Where: Wentworth Play Park, behind Howrah Beach
How much: This is a free, family friendly event – no registration or ticket needed!
