Your guide to the Christmas Pageant

Father Christmas is coming to town

The 2025 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant will kick off from 9:30 am Saturday 8 November and finish up around 11:30 am in Rundle Mall.

The city streets will be filled with festive cheer as people gather to welcome Father Christmas to Adelaide.

We have put together a handy guide, so you can plan everything from how to get into the city to the best spot to grab a bite!

Plan your pageant day

See & Do

Christmas tree

Adelaide's Giant Christmas Tree Lighting

Join in the magic and tradition of the official first lighting of Adelaide's Giant Christmas Tree for the season.

The tree lighting ceremony will commence at 8:30 pm on Saturday 15 November 2025.

Food trucks and live entertainment will make it a fun night out for the whole family

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THXMAS

Adelaide Town Hall Christmas Concert

Celebrate the spirit of the season with a joyful Christmas Sing-Along featuring the Australian Girls Choir and the City of Adelaide Pipe Band.

Bring your family, your friends, and your Christmas spirit, and sing along with us to your favourite carol classics. All are welcome, and best of all, it's free!

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