Follow the Stars - Macmillan Carols
About this event
Our annual Macmillan Carols will take place in the splendour of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford on Friday 6 December 2024 at 8pm.
Follow the Stars – Macmillan Carols is a magnificent annual Christmas fundraiser in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support that takes place in the stunning surrounds of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford. Join as at 8pm on Friday 6 December we welcome in the 2024 Christmas season with a special evening of your favourite carols and choral music performed by the world-class voices of the Oxford Bach Soloists.
This year we are thrilled to announce we will be joined by the wonderful actors Shaun Evans, Jason Isaacs, Toby Jones and Gugu Mbatha-Raw* for a festive collection of literary readings.
We are pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for this year's Follow the Stars - Macmillan Carols concert and can be bought on the Tickets Oxford website. Make sure you purchase your tickets soon so you don't miss out on this spectacular evening.
*Please note, all performers are subject to change.
Our 2023 event
Last year, we raised over £80,000 to support Macmillan's vital work. This could fund a Macmillan nurse for over 1 year, helping people living with cancer and their families receive essential medical, practical and emotional support.
Watch a recording of last year's concert below.
In 2023 we were joined by the wonderful Greg Wise, Mel Giedroyc and Toby Jones for a selection of festive readings.
Why your support is so important
Macmillan provides services to support people living with cancer at every stage of their cancer experience. We aim to support people’s individual needs, helping them find the best way through from the moment they are diagnosed, through treatment and beyond. Macmillan rely on donations from people like you for 98% of their income.
Over the last 27 years, Follow the Stars – Macmillan Carols has raised more than £840,000 and none of this would be possible without the support of people buying tickets, sponsorship, or donations in advance.
Sponsorship and Advertising
There are a number of ways for businesses and professionals to support this event while receiving exposure to Macmillan’s supporter base. Please email followthestars@macmillan.org.uk to find out more.