To help you plan your party season, we've put together a list of some Christmas & festive events in and around Adelaide.
If you'd like to add your event to this list, please email the details through to [email protected].
GLENELG CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
More info at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=277557415609209
NORWOOD CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
The annual Norwood Christmas Pageant is one of Adelaide's most popular community pageants. In its 34th year, with an estimated 15,000 people in attendance, the 2011 Norwood Christmas Pageant is sure to be a huge success.
Date: Saturday November 26th 2011
Location: The Parade, Norwood
More info at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=107330206036081
ARKABA CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL
Performers and revellers will gather over four nights to celebrate the festive season at the circus-themed 2011 Christmas Carnival where live entertainment and a sumptuous feast will make for an evening not to be missed.
Dates:
November 26, 7pm
December 3, 7pm
December 10, 7pm
December 17, 7pm
Location: The Arkaba Hotel, 150 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton
Who: Hans (aka Matt Gilbertson), Fizzy Pop, clowns, performers
Cost: $115, including a three course meal and four hour drinks package.
More info at https://glamadelaide.com.au/clowning-around-at-the-arkaba-hotel-this-christmas/
CHRISTMAS RIVERBANK DISPLAY
Date: 27 November – 31 December 2011
Location: Torrens Riverbank, Adam Street, Adelaide
Cost: Free
CHRISTMAS CRAFT & GIFT FAIR
Date: 3 – 4 December 2011
Time: 9.30am – 5pm
Location: Royal Adelaide Showgrounds, Goodwood Rd, Goodwood
Cost: adults $5
http://www.kymjonesexhibitions.com.au/Xmas%20Craft.html
A DIVALICIOUS XMAS AT THE GILLES STREET MARKETS
Divalicious will be at the swanky Gilles Street Markets Sunday Dec 4 just in time for Xmas with the famous Divalicious Fascinators and a gorgeous range of groovy gifts.
Date: Sunday, December 4
Time: 10am until 4pm
Location: Gilles Street Markets
Cost: Free
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=230931100305440
'A TOUCH OF RED' CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL PARTY
Get into the Christmas spirit whilst enjoying a fabulous cocktail event and supporting a worthy cause at the same time.
Date: Thursday, December 8
Time: 7pm until 11pm
Location: The Deck, Palais Hotel, Semaphore
Cost: $40 including gourmet SA seafood and finger food and a 2 hour drinks package.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=214593185278401
CAROLS UNDER THE CANDLEBARKS
Wear your Santa hat or something red and celebrate Christmas at Sinclair’s Gully with the Camerata Singers. Bring along a picnic or nibbles and sing along to all your favourite carols, as the sun sets in our towering candlebark forest. Part door proceeds donated to the choir. . Please bring along a picnic/nibbles. Wine for sale by the glass or bottle (from $5/$20). Strictly no BYO alcohol. Bookings essential. Ph 83901995 or email [email protected]
Date: Saturday 10 December 2011
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Cost: $10 an adult, children free
Location: Sinclair's Gully
THE NIGHT OF LIGHTS GALA BALL
The Night of Lights represents the shining spirit of generosity and how together we light up the lives of seriously ill children.
Date: Saturday, December 10
Time: 7pm until 11:30pm
Location: Adelaide Convention Centre
Cost: $190
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=235155119877004
CHRISTMAS PROMS 2011
Join us to celebrate the festive season in this spectacular concert for all ages. Bring your mum, dad, sister, brother, daughter, son or grandkids and share the joy of the Christmas season.
There will be popular Christmas songs mixed with traditional carols and plenty of laughs along the way. Featuring the sensational Adelaide Art Orchestra, the inspirational Adelaide Vocal Project and conductor Timothy Sexton. Be dazzled by festive favourites with some very special guests including the return of 2009 Proms favourite piano virtuoso Bernard Walz.
In this spectacular concert, we encourage everyone to sing-a-long. So start warming up your singing voice and get into the festive spirit!
SANTA HATS AND FESTIVE BLING ARE ENCOURAGED!
Date: 16 December 2011 – 17 December 2011
Time: Friday 11am & 7:30pm, Saturday 2pm & 6:30pm
Location: Festival Theatre
Cost: Season Pass Adult $35
Premium $50
Adult $38
Child $33
Family [2+2] $110
Family (+1 child) $27.50
Duration: 2 hours, 20 minute interval
MR & MRS CLAUS PARTY
The London Tavern is throwing the biggest Christmas Party this year. Be sure to wear you Christmas inspired costumes. Are you Santa's little helper? Or an Elf? Or the big guy himself?
Date: Saturday, December 17
Time: 7pm until 5am Sunday
Location: The London Tavern
Cost: Free entry before 10pm and for those who dress up.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=188692824547828
SALSA CONNECTION'S 4TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BBQ PICNIC IN THE PARK
Each year SCDS gets together for a fun, relaxing day in the park! The beautiful Botanic Park is perfect for just lounging around, chatting, eating, drinking, playing frisbee, running around with the kids and just generally having a lovely relaxed day in the sun.
Date: Sunday December 18
Time: 11am until 6pm
Location: Botanic Park Cnr Hackney Road & Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide
Cost: Free
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=303423306354416
WEST END XMAS ARTS MARKET AND CARNIVALE
The 2nd West End Xmas Arts Market & Carnivale will delight and entice families to participate and swarm to the West End of Adelaide to indulge in an exciting cult…ural day and purchase some unique Christmas gifts!
Date: Sunday, December 18
Time: 12pm until 10pm
Location: Leigh Street Adelaide
Cost: Free
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=120794194698448
NUDE'S WHITE SUMMER XMAS POOL PARTY
NUDE is back and is having a VIP Pool party to celebrate the start of Summer, Xmas, end of school and just an excuse to get drunk by the pool in the sun. The event will include an amazing line up of DJs including a special Guest DJ direct from Hollywood California!
Date: Sunday, December 18
Time: 2pm until 7pm
Location:
Cost: First Release Tickets: $30, Second Release: $40, Final Release $50
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=294271630594541
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
Features a Christmas concert with entertainment for the whole family, plus a special appearance by Father Christmas and a fireworks finale.
Date: Sunday, 18 December 2011
Time: 8 – 10.45pm
Location: Elder Park, King William Rd, Adelaide
Cost: adults $2
SANTA'S MAGIC SHOW
CHRISTMAS is the most magical time of year so why not spend it with SANTA live on stage! Amazing magic tricks, stories, christmas fun and laughter for children of all ages!
Date: Tuesday 20th December 2011
Time: 10am or 12 midday
Location: Fullarton Park Centre, BANQUET ROOM, 411 Fullarton Rd, Fullarton
Show Duration : 55 mins
Adults do require to stay with children.
Adults will require to purchase a ticket at $8pp
CHILDREN UNDER 2YRS FREE!
http://www.themagicshop.com.au/products/SANTAS_MAGIC_SHOW
XMAS EVE AT THE ALMA
The Alma is holding its' very own Xmas Eve Party. Enjoy the night with $6.50 Caronas and other drink specials along with a special appearance from Santa himself.
Date: Saturday, December 24
Time: 2pm until 2am Sunday
Location: The Alma Tavern
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=186136441474969