New event this year - The Variety Kids Carols invites families with younger children to Tolosa Park in Glenorchy for a joyful afternoon of Christmas cheer!

Starting early children, parents and grandparents can sing, clap and dance to festive favourites with live music from the Glenorchy City Brass Band and a cast of Tasmanian guest performers from radio, stage and television.

Bring a picnic rug and snacks, settle in and enjoy a relaxed celebration designed to wrap up in plenty of time for kids to be home for bedtime. Plus a very special appearance by the man in the big red suit will add extra sparkle for young hearts.

Tickets are just $5 with children under five are free. Food, softdrinks and fun festive merchandise will be available for purchase. Gates open at 3pm for 4pm start.

All proceeds support Variety The Children's Charity Tasmania, helping local kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability to enjoy a future without limits!

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