AAM Timber Mount Gambier Christmas Parade
Visitors line the streets to watch a vibrant procession of festive floats, marching bands, dancers, and colourful characters. Featured float favourites include Christmas in Toy Town, Bill the Steam Shovel, Hansel & Gretel, and Christmas Stars. The parade wraps up with the Christmas Stocking carrying Father Christmas.
What to Expect
Community Christmas parade featuring festive floats, bands, dancers, and Father Christmas.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City of Mount Gambier
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmas parade fans
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free.
- Hours: Begins at 11:00am.
- Parking: Permit holders have a designated disability parking area on Commercial Street East between Compton Street and Krummel Street. Vehicle entry is via Compton Street and bus entry via Hedley Street, strictly between 10:00am and 10:30am. Permits must be displayed clearly; there is no access after 10:30am. Parking in streets during temporary closures is prohibited.
- Accessibility: Designated disability permit parking is available on Commercial Street East between Compton Street and Krummel Street.
Tips & Advice
- Thousands of people line the streets, so children can find it hard to see past the crowds; think about where your little ones will stand.
- Stay behind the blue safety line the whole time the floats are moving along Commercial Street.
- Disability permit holders need to arrive within the entry window before the parade, because there is no access to the set parking area afterwards.
- Don't park on Commercial Street or the other closed streets, because parking there is prohibited during the closures.
- If you can't make it in person, watch the live stream on the City of Mount Gambier's Facebook page, or catch it afterwards on YouTube.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will we see in the parade?
Floats, colourful characters, bands and dancers. Look out for local favourites like Christmas in Toy Town, Bill the Steam Shovel, Hansel & Gretel, The Christmas Tree, Christmas Stars and Christmas Pudding. The Christmas Stocking with Father Christmas comes last.
Is there disability parking?
Yes. Holders of Motor Registration Division disability permits have a set parking area on Commercial Street East between Compton Street and Krummel Street. Cars enter via Compton Street and buses via Hedley Street, during a short entry window before the parade. There's no access after that window closes, and permits must be clearly displayed.
Can I watch the parade online?
Yes. It streams live on the City of Mount Gambier's Facebook page, and you can watch it afterwards on the council's website, Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Which roads are closed?
Parts of Commercial Street East and West, Crouch Street South, Wehl Street North and Watson Terrace near Jen's Hotel close on parade day. You can't park in these streets while they're closed.
How can my group enter a float?
Download the 2026 guidelines and entry form from the council's parade page. Entries close on Wednesday 14 October 2026.
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