“Carols in the Domain” will continue to screen on the Seven Network in the years ahead.
Seven signed a new three-year deal with Active TV to retain the broadcast rights for a further three years.
The event will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year when it goes ahead on Saturday, Dec. 17.
Angus Ross, Seven’s chief content officer for entertainment programming, said: “‘Woolworths Carols in the Domain’ is all about bringing Australians together at Christmas for a family night of feel-good festive fun. We are delighted to extend our long and successful relationship with the iconic Australian event and can’t wait to bring the festive magic to viewers with the spectacular 40th anniversary edition on Channel 7 and 7Plus later this year.”
Michael McKay, Emmy Award-winning creator, president of Active TV and the event’s executive producer of 34 years, added: “Billed as ‘Australia’s Biggest Christmas Party’, this year’s ‘Carols’ promises a celebratory mood in keeping with its big birthday celebrations.
“It’s going to be the biggest ‘Carols’ in years, full of great singalong moments, spectacular fireworks and plenty of surprises to help the nation get into the Christmas spirit.”
In addition, this year’s event will be broadcast to an international pay-per-view audience, which McKay said will cater to Aussies living around the world.
Woolworths has also stayed on board with naming rights for the event. Brands including Energizer, Disney, Smooth FM, New Idea, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, The Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney have also returned as long-term partners.
“Woolworths Carols in the Domain” is a free event, with no ticket required.