Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra presents a family-friendly concert featuring traditional carols, modern holiday favourites, and selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. Designed to introduce children to symphonic music, the event offers an engaging holiday experience in a welcoming hall setting. Relaxed performance elements provide open doors, chill-out break areas, and a casual attitude toward audience movement.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
Hours
Sat 13 Dec 2025: 10:30am and 12:30pm; Sun 14 Dec 2025: 10:30am.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Southbank
Accessibility
Wheelchair, walker, and scooter accessible, with assistive listening devices, service animal access, and quiet spaces available.
Pets
Service animals are allowed.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book early, as the Sunday 10:30am performance was marked selling fast on the event page.
- Read the emailed visual story before the relaxed 12:30pm Saturday performance to help children know what to expect.
- Use the open doors and chill-out break areas if a child needs a pause during the relaxed Saturday performance.
- Expect a concert of about 50 minutes with no interval, and plan any needed breaks before or after the performance.
- Ask the friendly, trained staff for help during the relaxed performance, where noise and movement are welcomed.
Special Events & Promotions
- This season's Classic Kids: Christmas includes a relaxed performance.
Links & Contact
Run by Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is this concert designed for?
Classic Kids concerts are designed to inspire and entertain children aged 5 to 12 and their families.
What music will the orchestra perform?
The program features traditional carols, modern holiday favourites, and selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker.
What accommodations are provided for the relaxed performance?
The relaxed performance includes lights remaining on, open doors with chill-out break areas, general admission seating allowing freedom of movement, and a relaxed attitude toward audience noise.
Are visual stories available for attendees?
Yes, a downloadable visual story is prepared and emailed to ticket holders in advance of the concert.
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