Carols @ Pompallier back again for Christmas in Russell

Last year's Carols @ Pompallier concert at Pompallier Mission, in Russell. The event is on again on December 23.

Christmas cheer will be spread in Russell once again this year at the annual Carols @ Pompallier concert.

The show is at Pompallier Mission, the Heritage New Zealand property in the Bay of Islands.

Every Christmas, Pompallier Mission and New Zealand's oldest church, Russell's Christ Church, come together to host community carols for locals and visitors alike.

Local groups and soloists will perform traditional festive favourites as well as modern Christmas songs at the show on Saturday, December 23 at 6pm.

Concert-goers will also have the opportunity to sing along to some favourite Christmas carols.

"Carols @ Pompallier is an annual fixture for the Russell community and is a great way for the community to re-connect and kick off the festive season," Pompallier Mission manager Scott Elliffe said.

People are invited to bring a picnic, rug and good cheer.

"Pompallier Mission has the only public gardens in Russell, so it's a great opportunity for families to enjoy a very pleasant evening of festive entertainment in this beautiful historic setting."

Admission to Carols @ Pompallier is free. The alternative wet weather venue is Christ Church in Russell.