The first Carols by Candlelight was in 1938. This souvenir program was produced for the event's 10th anniversary.

Recording of a performance of 'A Melbourne Carol' composed by Norman Banks. This was performed by St Patrick's Choir, conducted by Dr. Percy Jones for Carols by Candlelight in 1949. 

John Farnham, who had recently joined Little River Band, performs 'Silent Night' at Carols By Candelight in 1982 with band members Graeham Goble and Beeb Birtles.