Adelaide Hills Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Adelaide Hills and surrounding areas
Adelaide Hills lights up the Christmas season with Holiday lights along Stirling and seasonal tours through vineyards and village streets, offering festive events and family fun throughout the region. Visitors can enjoy cozy markets and outdoor winter celebrations framed by rolling hills. From Mt Barker Carols and Fireworks to the Lights of Lobethal Christmas Festival, there are holiday activities and community gatherings that blend seasonal adventures with local food and craft markets near Hahndorf and Woodside.
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5 eventsGiant 25-meter Christmas tree with 13,616 programmable LED lights.
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7 eventsAustralia's largest public parade welcoming Father Christmas
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National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant
(Adelaide)
Australia's largest public parade welcoming Father Christmas
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St John Carols by Candlelight
(Adelaide)
Historic community carols event supporting St John Ambulance SA.
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3 Course Christmas Day Lunch: Mildura
(Mildura)
Hassle-free 3-course Christmas banquet lunch.
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Gilles at the Grounds Christmas Edition
(Wayville)
Adelaide's original fashion and design marketplace
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Cabaret Christmas
(Adelaide)
Dazzling cabaret Christmas party with live entertainment and gourmet dining.
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Adelaide Town Hall Christmas Concert
(Adelaide)
Free Christmas concert with acclaimed choirs and pipe band
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Christmas Parties Near Adelaide Hills
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Adelaide Hills.
Cabaret Christmas
Experience Adelaide's most exciting Christmas party, Cabaret Christmas, at the Adelaide Convention Centre....
View full details →3 Course Christmas Day Lunch: Mildura
Indulge in a delightful 3-course Christmas Day Lunch banquet at The Setts Mildura....
View full details →Christmas Unwrapped ABBA Brunch
Get ready to dance and sing your heart out at the Christmas Unwrapped...
View full details →Christmas Markets Near Adelaide Hills
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Adelaide Hills.
Gilles at the Grounds Christmas Edition
Experience the festive spirit at Gilles at the Grounds Christmas Edition, a vibrant...
View full details →Barossa Makers & Beyond Market
Discover the Barossa Makers & Beyond Market, a vibrant showcase of local talent....
View full details →Adelaide Hills Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Adelaide Hills Christmas FAQ
The Adelaide Hills is known for its charming Christmas markets, particularly those in Hahndorf, and vibrant neighborhood light displays in areas like Stirling and Mount Barker.
The region embraces a blend of traditional European Christmas charm, especially in villages like Hahndorf, combined with local artisan crafts and produce markets.
Neighborhoods like Stirling and Mount Barker are often noted for residents who put up spectacular Christmas light displays.
Look for markets in Hahndorf, as well as various community halls and event spaces in towns like Stirling and Woodside, which host local makers and artisan stalls.
Enjoying the free neighborhood Christmas lights, browsing local markets, and soaking in the festive atmosphere of towns like Hahndorf are excellent budget-friendly options.
Families often enjoy visiting Santa meet-and-greets at local markets, exploring festive light displays, and participating in craft activities often found at community Christmas events.