FAQs

Yes! Carols by Candlelight Geelong will be held on Monday the 23rd of December 2024! We  engaged the community after the 2023 event (when we had to change the event due to extreme weather conditions within 24hrs) and the feedback was that Christmas Eve was a busy time for  young families and this date would enable more people to attend. We will review is again after the 2024 event.

Yes! It is a FREE event.

Yes! This event is pet friendly; however, we do ask that you pick up after your furry friends.

Carols by Candlelight Geelong is located at Johnstone Park, Geelong.

No. There will be no fireworks at this event.

Yes. There will be toilets at this event.

Yes! There will be plenty of food trucks on site with a range of options to choose from.

There will be a limited number of street parking spots available on the night, so get in early. 

We suggest making use of the public transport available. Carols by Candlelight Geelong is located at Johnstone Park, right across the road from the Geelong Train Station.

Yes! We will be selling a variety of battery-operated candles and glowsticks, as well as Lyric Books. All proceeds raised from these sales will go directly towards our Youth Programs at The Y Geelong, supporting young people from Geelong  & District community.

 We will monitor the weather conditions and cancel the event if they are deemed unsafe. Please check the weather before you attend.  Keep up to date on our socials.

 We suggest bringing something to sit on, a water bottle and comfortable shoes. Carols by Candlelight Geelong is an outdoor event so please wear appropriate clothing for all weather and terrain.  

No, there will not be an ATM available on the night, however, there will be EFTPOS devices at the food trucks and merchandise stands!