St John Ambulance Carols by Candlelight will be returning to Adelaide’s Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama on Saturday 14 December 2024.
Each year hundreds of families flock to Elder Park to soak up the festival like atmosphere and enjoy a FREE day out with plenty of interactive games, activities, food stalls and live entertainment. From mid afternoon and right up until the Carols by Candlelight concert begins in the evening, the event provides a wonderful opportunity to get together with your nearest and dearest, light your candles and sing along to some of your favourite Christmas songs.
It’s one of the most exciting times of the year in Adelaide, as families get out their rugs and picnic baskets to be part of one of our city’s great traditions. 7News presenters Rosanna Mangiarelli, Will Goodings and Amelia Mulcahy will welcome you to the 80th St John Ambulance Carols by Candlelight in 2024.
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2024 FEATURED ARTISTS
- Dami Im
- Emma Memma
- Mark Seymour (Hunters & Collectors), and his songstress daughter Eva
- Hugh Sheridan
- Adam Brand
- Amber Lawrence
- Natalie Bassingthwaighte
- Phil Burton
- Rachael Beck
ADDITIONAL ARTISTS
Additional local artists supporting them this year includes the powerhouse performers of Gospo Collective, the multi award-winning singers the Festival Statesmen Chorus, stars of State Opera SA, Dancers by Donna, the Adelaide Concert Orchestra and the Adelaide Philharmonia Chorus.
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WHEN TO GET THERE?
- 3pm – Gates open for everyone to pick their best available spot
- 5pm – City of Adelaide pre-show Concert
- 8.15pm – Main concert begins
- 10.16pm – Fireworks display finale
- 10.30pm – Event concludes
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Wonderful Carols Giveaways
- Santa’s Corner
- Free Face Painting
- Learn about Road Safety
- Play Games with the Street Crew
- Learn to Save a Life
- Explore The Santa Course
- Pre-show Concert
- Main Concert
- Fireworks
SENSORY SPACE
If you need a break, a dedicated sensory space can be found on-site, to take time out to regulate. Look for the sunflower symbol on the map and the tent.
ABOUT CAROLS
Carols by Candlelight is Australia’s second-oldest Christmas concert, presented to Adelaide residents and television audiences since 1944 when an estimated one in 10 citizens attended the first event. The traditional Elder Park concert now attracts more than 25,000 people annually and raises much-needed funds for South Australian charitable causes.
In 2022, St John Ambulance South Australia became the custodians of Carols by Candlelight, preserving this 80-year Christmas tradition for the community for years to come.
St John Ambulance SA is a self-funded charity that has been supporting the wellbeing of South Australians for over 135 years. St John Ambulance helps tens of thousands of people across the state each year by delivering first aid at events, first aid training and products, and social inclusion programs.
If you can’t make it to Elder Park, you can watch the show from the comfort of your lounge room all around Australia on Sunday 15 December 2024 at 7.00pm on 7two and 7Plus and then re-live all the magical moments on Christmas Day on Seven.
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For more information and all enquiries please visit the Adelaide Carols website.
What: St John Ambulance Carols by Candlelight
When: Saturday 14 December 2024
Where: Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama | King William Road, Adelaide
Who: Everyone
At Play & Go Adelaide we make every effort to provide accurate information to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We recommend confirming times, dates and details directly before making any plans as details may be subject to change.
Image Source: Carols by Candlelight
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