National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant
Spectators line the streets behind the Blue Honour Line to welcome Father Christmas to Adelaide. The procession features over 170 moving theatrical sets alongside colourful floats, including student-designed mini floats. Onlookers can watch thousands of costumed performers, including clowns, elves, dance groups, choirs, bands, and police horses.
What to Expect
Southern Hemisphere's largest public parade welcoming Father Christmas.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Adelaide CBD
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Events South Australia
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Tips & Advice
- Take a photo of your child on your phone before you head into the crowd, so you have a current picture if you get separated.
- Bring a permanent marker in your bag so you can write your contact details on a wristband for your child.
- Watch the parade from behind the Blue Honour Line, which marks where spectators stand along the route.
- Look out for Sandy Christmas, the new Mini Float designed by a Year 5 student, as it rolls past with its hot chips and cool koala.
- If you're coming from out of town, book a place to stay through southaustralia.com, which lists hotels, apartments and cottages in and around Adelaide.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: the Sandy Christmas Mini Float, designed by Year 5 student Riley
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I see in the parade?
There are over 170 moving theatrical sets and floats, plus 3,000 costumes. You'll also see 300 clowns and elves, 30 dance groups, 18 bands, 4 choirs and 4 police horses. Father Christmas arrives as the parade's grand finale.
What's new this year?
There's a new Mini Float called Sandy Christmas, designed by Year 5 student Riley. It celebrates a South Australian summer Christmas with seaside fun, hot chips and a cool koala.
Where do spectators stand?
Spectators line the city streets behind the Blue Honour Line.
Can I watch if I can't make it into the city?
Yes. The Pageant is broadcast on Channel 9 for South Australians.
How can I keep my kids safe in the crowd?
Take a photo of your child or anyone vulnerable in your group and keep it on your phone. Bring a permanent marker so you can write your details on a wristband.
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