Sat 12 Dec · 6:30pm
Pirra Homestead · Lara
carols by candlelight, food trucks and a petting zoo on the Pirra Homestead lawns
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Join us for a free public event celebrating the joy of Christmas on the beautiful grounds of Pirra Homestead, Lara.
Gates open at 6:30pm | 6:30pm-8pm free Kids Activities | 7pm Live performances kick off leading up to Carols by candlelight 8pm-approx 9:30pm. Food trucks, petting zoo, face-painting and games available! Free off-street parking, with accessible options.
So, pack a picnic rug, sunscreen and bug-spray and bring your friends and family to join us for some fun to kick-off the Christmas Carol season this year. Strictly no pets, alcohol or illicit substances allowed. Organised by Combined Churches of Lara, generously supported by a City of Greater Geelong Community Grant and funding from Community Bank Lara District, with many thanks.
This event is supported by the City of Greater Geelong through the 2026 Christmas Grants Program.
Quick answers
When is Lara Carols 2026?
Sat 12 Dec 2026, 6:30pm.
Where is it?
Pirra Homestead, Lara, VIC.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On geelongcity.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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