There’s no better place to feel the magic of Christmas in the heart of the city than Martin Place, home to NSW’s tallest Christmas tree. Standing proudly among Sydney’s heritage buildings, this spectacular tree lights up the CBD every night — and it’s the perfect festive outing for Eastern Suburbs families heading into town.
Event Details
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Where: Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000
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When: Daily from Thursday 27 November to Sunday 4 January 2026
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Light Shows: 8pm – 11:55pm, every 15 minutes
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Cost: Free
A Tree That Celebrates Australian Beauty
This iconic Christmas tree is a true visual masterpiece, featuring:
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More than 110,000 LED lights
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A 3.4-metre colour-changing star crowning the top
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330 custom glossy baubles
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800 branches adorned with 15,000 handcrafted flowers representing nine beloved Australian natives: banksia, waratah, bottlebrush, wattle, eucalyptus gum flower, kangaroo paw, flannel flower, pink wax flower and white wax flower.
Families can also tune into an audio description of the tree, making the experience accessible for all.
Nightly Choir Performances
Every evening in December, choirs gather beneath the sparkling branches to fill Martin Place with carols — a magical moment for kids and adults alike.
Explore Sydney Christmas Lights
Make an adventure of it and wander through the CBD:
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Enjoy dazzling light displays across Martin Place
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Walk beneath the Canopy of Light at Pitt Street Mall
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Look up to see stars topping every light pole along George Street
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Don’t miss the shimmering curtain of light on the Woolworths building opposite Town Hall
More Community Choir Performances
Choirs will also perform across several village locations from 6pm to 8pm:
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Thu 4 Dec – Green Square Plaza: Sunday Community Choir
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Thu 11 Dec – Erskineville, Ellen Lawman Rest Area: The Glee Bees
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Thu 18 Dec – Potts Point, Fitzroy Gardens: The Cleftomaniacs
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Wed 24 Dec – Surry Hills, Collins Street Reserve: Sydney Sakura Choir
Whether you’re planning a family night out, taking Christmas photos, or soaking in the festive atmosphere, the Martin Place Christmas Tree is a must-see highlight of the Sydney season.
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