In short About the concert
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a collection of beloved Christmas songs. From timeless carols to festive favourites, experience holiday classics with the people you love in a cozy, candlelit concert.
This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.
Programme: Corelli's Christmas Concerto, Angels We Have Heard on High, O Holy Night, Joy to the World, The Little Drummer Boy, Vivaldi's Winter, Adeste Fideles and more.
Performed live by Phoenix Collective String Quartet (string quartet).
Experience highlights Why you'll love it

Christmas classics, beautifully reimagined
Enjoy a selection of cherished holiday melodies, from traditional favourites to seasonal songs that capture the spirit of Christmas!

Surrounded by a thousand candles
Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.

An extraordinary setting
Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.
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On the day How it works

Arrive early
Doors open before the concert and close shortly before it starts. Late entry is not permitted, so we recommend arriving early.

Find your seat
Seats are assigned on arrival, on a first-come basis within the zone of the ticket you purchased.

Let the music take over
60 minutes of live music by candlelight.
Reviews What guests are saying
4.8/5
based on 34 reviews
Jane M.
dec 2025
Nice relaxing Christmas concert
William B.
dec 2025
The quartet were extremely talented and polished. It is a lovely venue, and the mix of pieces was very engaging and entertaining.
Wendy M.
dec 2025
Wonderful
Sandra K.
dec 2025
Could we have more traditional corals next time ie we three kings, silent night, hark the herald angels, away in a-manger, o come, O come Immanuel.
Sue G.
dec 2024
Beautiful harmony. Love to support this quartet.
About the venueJames Fairfax Theatre at National Gallery of Australia

The James Fairfax Theatre in the National Gallery of Australia is a small, sophisticated venue that hosts a range of events throughout the year. It was named after James Fairfax, a renowned art collector in Australia. With its advanced audio-visual equipment, comfortable seating, and elegant design, its the perfect setting for performances.
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Parkes Pl E, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia, 2600
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No on-site parking available.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
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