Find free activities, events and places to visit this Christmas in Adelaide.
Christmas is such a special time for families, but it can also be an expensive time too. We are fortunate in Adelaide to have many free, local community events at this special time of year hosted by local councils, community groups and churches.
Listed below are some ideas for families looking for Christmas activities that won’t break the bank!
You can’t miss the Giant Christmas Tree in the City and this year Adelaide has a fantastic new Santa Course you can follow. Take a stroll through Adelaide Arcade which is always beautiful and over at the State Library you can visit the largest indoor Christmas tree in the Mortlock wing.
Check out our Christmas Light Guide for some of the best streets around Adelaide to visit, and be sure to attend your local Christmas Pageant or Carols event – many this year are also screening Christmas movies too. Take along your own picnic so you won’t need to buy food or drinks.
If you have any other budget friendly activities for families this Christmas share them in the comments below, or send an email our way to hello@playandgo.com.au
Christkindlmarkt | Hahndorf Christmas Markets | 15-17 Dec 2023
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Lights of Lobethal Christmas Festival | 9-23 Dec 2023
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Adelaide Carols by Candlelight | Elder Park | 9 Dec 2023
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Riverbank Christmas Lights Display | City of West Torrens | 24 Nov 2023 – 1 Jan 2024
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Adelaide’s Giant Christmas Tree | Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga
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Adelaide Christmas Pageant Guide | South Australian Pageants
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Carrick Hill Christmas Celebration | 3 Dec 2023
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Adelaide Christmas Carols Guide | South Australia
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Santaland | Myer Adelaide | Christmas Express Train
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Adelaide’s Giant Father Christmas | Adelaide Central Market
Giant Father Christmas returns to the Adelaide Central Market. The Market Tower on Grote Street in Adelaide is once again ...
Christmas In The Square | Henley Beach | 3 Dec 2023
Join the fun at Henley Square for a night of carols, food, kids activities, fireworks and more on Sunday 3 ...
Giant Christmas Tree at the Mortlock | State Library of South Australia
Visit the Giant Christmas Tree at the State Library on North Terrace, Adelaide. Each year the magic of Christmas comes ...
Loxton Lights Festival | Christmas in Loxton | 25 Nov – 31 Dec 2023
Loxton is the home of Christmas in the Riverland. Every year the Loxton Lights Festival gets bigger and better than ...
Santa Course | Rundle Mall | Christmas in Adelaide
The Santa Course in Adelaide This Christmas season explore the magical Santa Course. From Rundle Mall and across the City ...
Christmas Lights Guide 2023 | Best Streets to See Christmas Lights around Adelaide
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Adelaide’s Christmas Festival 2023 | City of Adelaide
Experience Adelaide’s Christmas Festival in the City of Adelaide! The City of Adelaide is thrilled to invite you to celebrate ...
Festive Weekends | City of Adelaide’s Christmas Festival 2023
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Wonderfull Christmas Festival | Playford Uniting Church | 15 Dec 2023
Free Family Christmas Event at the Playford Uniting Church. The Wonderfull Christmas Festival on Friday, 15 December 2023 will feature ...
Christmas in Mt Barker | Get Festive Pop Up Park | 15 & 16 Dec 2023
Get Festive! Christmas Pop Up Park in Mount Barker. Join the Mt Barker community on Friday 15 and Saturday 16 ...
Christmas in Prospect Street Party | 9 Dec 2023
Christmas in Prospect Street Party. Join the City of Prospect for a magical night featuring an evening of carols, live ...
MRASA Toy Run | Victoria Park to Callington Oval | 10 Dec 2023
45th MRASA Toy Run & Fun Fair The MRASA Toy Run occurs annually on the second Sunday in December. The ...
Fun Free Christmas Activities in Adelaide Arcade
If you are looking for some fun, festive and FREE activities that the whole family can enjoy, take a look ...
Santa’s Workshop at Gawler Civic Centre | 16-19 Dec 2023
Santa’s Workshop at the Gawler Civic Centre is a Christmas experience for families and children of all ages. This free ...
Christmas in the Park | Trott Park | 9 Dec 2023
Free Family Friendly Event - Christmas in Trott Park Take the whole family along for a day filled with festive ...
Christmas at Burnside Village | Christmas Display & Photos with Santa
Father Christmas will be at Burnside Village once again for photos, plus there are beautiful decorations all around the centre ...
Mannum Christmas Pageant & Street Party | 2 Dec 2023
The 2023 Mannum Christmas Pageant and street party will have entertainment for the whole family. The Mannum Christmas Pageant and ...
Free Photos with Santa | The Grove Shopping Centre | 25 Nov – 24 Dec 2023
Santa is visiting The Grove Shopping Centre again this year for FREE photos with families and their pets. Whether you’re ...
Christmas Wonderland | Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga | Bamboozled | 2 Dec 2023
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Christmas at the Adelaide Showground Farmers Market
Celebrate a Month-of-Merry at the Market: Christmas at the Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market! The Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market is gearing ...
Carols at the Rotunda | Unley
The Rotary Club of Unley, The City of Unley and the Unley Concert Band presents 'Carols at the Rotunda'. EDITOR'S ...
Melbourne Street Gnome Trail | North Adelaide
Melbourne Street Gnome Trail - Free Christmas Activity This Christmas some mischievous, bearded little creatures have taken over the windows ...
Ninth Avenue Christmas Lights Display | St Peters
Ninth Avenue St Peters Christmas Lights Display. Residents of St Peters bring joy to the local community each festive season ...
Explore the Christmas Story | Adelaide City Salvos | 18-21 Dec 2023
Explore the Christmas Story with the Adelaide City Salvos. A free event for ages 5-11 years, this is a one ...
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