The 2025 holiday season is gearing up to be packed with loads of fun events. From Musicals and Stand up shows to concerts from your favourite singers and bands, there is plenty going on in Australia to get into the holiday spirit or to help you ring in the new year.


1. Home Alone in Concert - Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane

The Queensland Symphony Orchestra will perform 'Home Alone' live in concert. This is a great event to take the family along too and to get you in the christmas spirit!

2. Dr Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas Live in Concert - Hamer Hall, Melbourne

What better way to get into the spirit of the holidays than watching the cult classic The Grinch? Watching the movie with a live orchestra of course! Catch this live performance at Hamer Hall in early December and be transported into Dr Seuss's fantastical world of The Grinch.

3. Love Actually? The Musical Parady - Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne

If you are a fan of the iconic christmas movie 'Love Actually' then you will love this parody play happening in Melbourne. Taking place at the Athenaeum Theatre, the parody of the loved rom com exaggerates the best and most iconic parts of the movie.

4. Lady Gaga - Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney

If you are in the mood for some more upbeat pop music to get you into the holiday mood, Lady Gaga is where it's at this december. Catch the Poker Face singer in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney.

5. Lewis Capaldi - Australia and New Zealand

After his hiatus from music, Lewis Capaldi is making his long awaited return. Get ready to hear some of his best songs as the singer takes the stage once again after challenges with his mental health and Tourettes syndrome. 

6. The Nutcracker - The Princess Theatre, Melbourne

One of the longest christmas traditions, seeing the Nutcracker ballet each christmas is a favourite for many to get into the christmas spririt. The Ballet will be happening in Melbourne and New Zealand this year. You won't want to miss this one!

7. AC/DC - Melbourne, Sydney Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane

One of the most iconic rock bands in the world, AC/DC, are coming to Australia this November and December. Catch them in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane.

8. Beyond The Valley - Barunah Plains, Victoria

If you are looking to ring in the new year with some serious bangers, Beyond The Valley is where it's at. With a lineup including Dom Dolla, Addison Rae, The Temper Trap and many more, Beyond The Valley 2025 is the perfect place to start the new year.

9. New Year's At The Bowl - Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne

Carl Cox and Underworld will be headlining 'New Year's At The Bowl' this year at Sidney Myer Music Bowl. This is one of Melbounes most highly antipated events of the year!

10. I Hate Models - The Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane

I Hate Models will be performing in Brisbane on December 31st to ring in the New Year. Catch the DJ's set at The Fortitude Music Hall.

 

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