SPAR Carols by Candlelight with Jacaranda FM Returns

One of South Africa’s most cherished festive traditions is making its sparkling return this December. SPAR Carols by Candlelight with Jacaranda FM will be lighting up Pretoria’s SunBet Arena, Menlyn on Thursday, 4 December 2025 and promises an evening wrapped in nostalgia, joy and the soulful magic of Christmas.

Back by popular demand, this year’s theme – Home for Christmas – celebrates the heartwarming stories and emotional homecomings that make the holiday season so special. It’s all about togetherness: the comfort of familiar faces, the joy of reconnecting and the shared warmth that turns moments into memories.

With just 7000 seats available, this is one festive outing you’ll want to book early. And if you prefer celebrating from your couch with a warm cuppa or a glass of wine to get the Christmas spirits flowing, the entire event will be streamed live via Jacaranda FM’s website, making it accessible to families anywhere in the country.

A Stellar South African Line-Up for This Year’s SPAR Carols by Candlelight

This year’s stage will shine even brighter with performances by some of South Africa’s most beloved artists, including:

Elandré

Lee Cole

Zoë Modiga

Ruan du Toit

Charlize Berg

Lloyd Cele

Jesse Clegg

Ndlovu Youth Choir

Expect all your favourite carols, festive classics and Jacaranda FM’s signature feel-good energy.

A Celebration That Gives Back

More than a festive night out, SPAR Carols by Candlelight continues its legacy of generosity. All proceeds support Santa’s Shoebox, helping bring joy, dignity and magic to children across South Africa this Christmas.

Jacaranda FM’s Managing Director, Vuyani Dombo says the event has become a celebration of “hope, generosity and the incredible power of community.” SPAR’s Maxine D’Amico echoes this sentiment, highlighting that the night reflects the brand’s heart: bringing people together and uplifting communities.

Doors open at 17:00 with the show starting at 19:00 and tickets can be bought here.

Can’t Make SPAR Carols by Candlelight on the Night?

Tune in on 24 December, when the concert will be rebroadcast all day on jacarandafm.com – the perfect soundtrack to your Christmas Eve wrapping, cooking, or slow living moments at home.

Whether you’re planning a festive family outing, a wholesome date night, or simply looking to soak up the season’s magic, SPAR Carols by Candlelight with Jacaranda FM is the perfect way to welcome December. Expect festive treats, feel-good moments, and a night that truly reminds us why there’s no place like home for the holidays.

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