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🎄Give The Gift of Live Music this Christmas
🎄🎶 Give the Gift of Live Music This Christmas! 🎶🎄
If you’re still searching for the perfect Chrissy present for your mates or family (or even yourself!), why not gift them a concert experience they’ll LOVE?
✨ Over five unforgettable weekends from February to March 2025, Twilight at Taronga will light up Sydney with an incredible lineup, including Boy & Bear, Middle Kids, Peter Garrett & The Alter Egos, SPIDERBAIT, Bjorn Again, David Campbell, Baby Animals & Killing Heidi, plus our Comedy Gala and our magical Lil’ Twilight shows for little and big kids alike. 🌟
🎟️ All tickets purchased by December 25 will feature custom Christmas decorations on the e-ticket, making it the perfect gift!
From live music and comedy to family-friendly shows, there’s something for everyone at Sydney’s most iconic outdoor venue. 🌅
Don’t miss out—treat your loved ones to an unforgettable experience!
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Fun:
Have kids—or even nieces and nephews? Give the gift of a magical musical experience they’ll love with tickets to Lil’ Twilight!
Our special morning concerts are perfect for families, featuring beloved performers Justine Clarke on Saturday, February 15, and Emma Memma on Saturday, February 22, both starting at 10am (gates open at 9am).
🎟️ Bonus: Every Lil’ Twilight ticket includes FREE same-day entry to Taronga Zoo—making it the ultimate day of fun for the whole family! 🦒🎶
Spread the joy this Christmas with a gift that creates unforgettable memories. 🌟🎁
Three SOLD OUT Shows – DMA’S, Boy & Bear, Bjorn Again Two FINAL Shows Added To The Series – Boy & Bear, Bjorn Again
DMA’S will get the party started at the Twilight at Taronga 2025 Summer Concert Series with a sold out show on Friday February 7! It’s the first of three sold out shows during the series, with Boy & Bear (Friday February 14) and Bjorn Again (Saturday March 8) also selling out.
Final shows have been added for one of Australia’s most beloved indie-folk bands Boy & Bear, on Thursday February 13, and for Bjorn Again who will bring the disco hits again on Sunday March 9.
Tickets are on sale now from Ticketek with GA tix available but only very limited numbers of VIP tickets left.
Fans should get in quick because these are the final shows to be added to the series!
In 2025, Twilight at Taronga will run across five weekends from Friday February 7 at Sydney Harbour’s one-of-a-kind live music venue within Taronga Zoo Sydney.
All sales will help build Australia’s first dedicated Wildlife Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
This support enables the team at Taronga to provide critical treatment and care for the animals that call Taronga home, as well as the 1,500 wildlife cases treated at the hospital each year, so they can be released back into the wild.\
Modern facilities will not only provide urgently needed additional space for the increasing demand on Taronga’s services for treatment, surgeries, rehabilitation and quarantine, but will enable widespread training and upskilling of wildlife carers, students and veterinary practitioners across the country. CLICK HERE to find out more.
You can enhance your Twilight at Taronga experience with a VIP ‘I Need a Little Extra’ ticket that includes:
- VIP seat in a designated area with great views
- Same day Zoo entry
- Snacks and drinks service from your seat
You can also add-on any of the following extras to your ticket:
- Twilight at Taronga Retreat Package – come for the show and stay for the night at the luxurious eco-Retreat nestled in the heart of Taronga Zoo, with thoughtfully designed rooms that have views of native animals and bushland.
- Chillazy Chair – a specially created low-level chair for purchase or hire
- Picnic Blanket – comfortably seat four people on your purchased rug
- Same day Zoo entry at a discounted rate
- Food & Beverage Hamper
A ticket with the power to protect, Taronga is not-for-profit.
TWILIGHT AT TARONGA 2025 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Tickets for all shows are on sale now from twilightattaronga.org.au
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7 – DMA’S SOLD OUT
Supported by Finnoguns Wake | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 8 – THE CRUEL SEA
Supported by Loose Content | Gates 6pm
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 13 – BOY & BEAR NEW SHOW
Supported by Bec Sandridge | Gates 6pm
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14 – BOY & BEAR SOLD OUT
Supported by Haley Holgate | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15 – JUSTINE CLARKE
Lil’ Twilight 10am | Gates 9am
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15 – COMEDY GALA
Featuring Joel Creasey, Georgie Carroll (UK), Dave Thornton, Bron Lewis and more!
Gates 6pm
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21 – PETER GARRETT & THE ALTER EGOS
Supported by Jem Cassar-Daley | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22 – EMMA MEMMA
Lil’ Twilight 10am | Gates 9am
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22 – DAVID CAMPBELL
Supported by Karen Lee Andrews | Gates 6pm
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28 – SPIDERBAIT
Supported by DOWNGIRL | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY MARCH 1 – MIDDLE KIDS
Supported by EGOISM | Gates 6pm
FRIDAY MARCH 7 – BABY ANIMALS & KILLING HEIDI
Supported by Joan & the Giants | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY MARCH 8 – BJORN AGAIN SOLD OUT
Gates 6pm
SUNDAY MARCH 9 – BJORN AGAIN NEW SHOW
Gates 6pm
Our line-up is here!
The line-up with something for everyone!
Tickets on sale Monday November 4 at 10am AEDT: twilightattaronga.org.au
Proceeds contribute to the Taronga Zoo’s new Wildlife Hospital
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 7 – DMA’S
Supported by Finnoguns Wake | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 8 – THE CRUEL SEA
Supported by Loose Content | Gates 6pm
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 14 – BOY & BEAR
Supported by Haley Holgate | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15 – JUSTINE CLARKE
Lil’ Twilight 10am | Gates 9am
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 15 – COMEDY GALA
Featuring Joel Creasey, Georgie Carroll (UK), Dave Thornton, Bron Lewis and more!
Gates 6pm
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21 – PETER GARRETT & THE ALTER EGOS
Supported by Jem Cassar-Daley | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22 – EMMA MEMMA
Lil’ Twilight 10am | Gates 9am
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22 – DAVID CAMPBELL
Supported by Karen Lee Andrews | Gates 6pm
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 28 – SPIDERBAIT
Supported by DOWNGIRL | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY MARCH 1 – MIDDLE KIDS
Supported by EGOISM | Gates 6pm
FRIDAY MARCH 7 – BABY ANIMALS & KILLING HEIDI
Supported by Joan & the Giants | Gates 6pm
SATURDAY MARCH 8 – BJORN AGAIN
Gates 6pm
It’s time to soak up the sounds of summer during the Twilight at Taronga 2025 Summer Concert Series with the knockout line-up announced to run across five weekends starting on Friday February 7 at Sydney Harbour’s one-of-a-kind live music venue within Taronga Zoo Sydney.
Kicking the series off with their raw and powerful energy are DMA’S on Friday February 7, followed by the quintessentially Australian sound of rock revolutionaries The Cruel Sea on Saturday February 8.
One of Australia’s most beloved indie-folk bands, Boy & Bear, play on Friday February 14 before the return of Justine Clarke to sing, dance, and stomp with the littlies at Lil’ Twilight from 10am on Saturday February 15. Tickets to Lil’ Twilight also include free entry to explore Taronga Zoo Sydney on the same day as the show.
Bringing the laughs on the evening of February 15 is the Comedy Gala – a Twilight at Taronga annual highlight featuring the finest and funniest comedians in a blockbuster 2-hour comedy extravaganza featuring Joel Creasey, Georgie Carroll (UK), Dave Thornton, Bron Lewis and more to be announced!
One of Australia’s most iconic voices, Peter Garrett takes to the stage with his band The Alter Egos on Friday February 21, bringing the powerful presence that has defined his career while also showcasing a personal and reflective side as a solo artist. on Friday February 21, bringing the powerful presence that has defined his career while also showcasing a personal and reflective side as a solo artist.
Then the children are in for a treat when beloved children’s entertainer Emma Memma returns to Lil’ Twilight on Saturday February 22! Following that night is David Campbell, one of Australia’s biggest stars of stage and screen, bringing his rockin’ new show ‘Good Lovin’ and More’ celebrating songs of soul, swing and the 1960s.
You might have crowd surfed to their music at the Big Day Out but on Friday February 28 Twilight at Taronga turn it up to eleven with Spiderbait, while Middle Kids’ signature blend of indie rock with alt-pop icing play on Saturday March 1.
A double header of Baby Animals and Killing Heidi on Friday March 7 gives you the chance to unleash your inner air guitar hero!
And to wrap things up on Saturday March 8, it’s annual favourites Bjorn Again who continue to bring the disco hits year after year!
Tickets are on sale Monday November 4, 10am AEDT.
Pre-sale tickets are available for Twilight at Taronga and Taronga Zoo Friends members from 10am AEDT, Friday November 1.
By registering for pre-sale access by 12pm AEDT on October 31, you join the Twilight at Taronga mailing list and have the chance to win the ‘Ultimate Twilight At Taronga & Wildlife Retreat Experience’.
CLICK HERE to register for pre-sale.
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Leila Davis, Divisional Director Marketing, Comms and Fundraising said, “Twilight at Taronga is more than just a magical night under the stars; it’s an opportunity to support Taronga’s critical conservation programs and truly make a difference for Australia’s unique wildlife. As you gather with friends to enjoy breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour and the sounds of talented Australian artists, know that your ticket has the power to protect and directly contributes to the creation of Taronga’s new wildlife hospital. Together, we’re not only celebrating nature and culture, but also ensuring a brighter future for the incredible wildlife that call Taronga and this country home.”
Support artists on the line-up are the melodic pop and buzzsaw guitars of Finnoguns Wake (opening for DMA’S), indie/alt-rock band Loose Content (opening for The Cruel Sea), Sydney based singer-songwriter Haley Holgate (opening for Boy & Bear), indie-pop artist Jem Cassar-Daley (opening for Peter Garrett), Australian blues and soul powerhouse Karen Lee Andrews (opening for David Campbell), Femme Soul Punk Band DOWNGIRL (opening for Spiderbait), dream pop band EGOISM (opening for Middle Kids) and indie pop-rock band Joan & The Giants (opening for Baby Animals and Killing Heidi).
We’re honoured to have collaborated with Gomeroi artist Caitlin Trindall, of Mirii Art on this season’s art. Caitlin is a proud Gomeroi woman with family ties to Narrabri, NSW, who draws upon her own life experiences to create unique contemporary artworks that bring Aboriginal art and culture into everyday spaces and conversations. Dedicated to promoting Aboriginal culture and cultural practices, Caitlin hopes to ensure Aboriginal knowledge and traditions are celebrated and passed onto future generations.
Come and join us for a concert – or two – and make the most of a Sydney summer filled with live music!
All sales will help build Australia’s first dedicated Wildlife Veterinary Teaching Hospital to help protect the future of Australian wildlife.
A ticket with the power to protect, Taronga is not-for-profit.
