CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
For over 25 years, the Christmas Tree Festival has been delighting us with displays of trees beautifully decorated by local community groups and schools. Every year has a new theme and 2023 is “All Things Bright and Beautiful”
Just a gold coin entry.
SA CWA Hall, Kokoda Terrace open daily 11am – 4pm from 25th November to 17th December
Groups by appointment call Marilyn on 0439 849 394
FESTIVE FERRIS WHEEL
To celebrate the first week of the Christmas Lights Festival you can ride the Ferris Wheel in East Terrace. Take in the unique and spectacular views of the Murray River and surrounds by day, or enjoy the magic of Loxton’s Christmas Lights by night. Weather permitting.
Murray Street crossover, East Terrace.
– Saturday 25th November (Light Up Day) 10am – 10pm
– Sunday 26th November 10am – 9pm
– Monday 27th November – Friday 1st December 6pm – 10pm
– Saturday 2nd December 10am – 10pm
COMMUNITY CAROLS
Gather the whole family together for Loxton’s very own Carols by Candlelight! The combined churches of Loxton invites the community to come together and sing along to your favourite carols at the Loxton Oval. BYO chairs and rugs, or even a picnic dinner!
Sunday 17th December 2023
Loxton Oval, Bookpurnong Terrace
7.00pm
Inclement weather venue: Lutheran Peace Hall, 65 Bookpurnong Terrace
VISIT SANTA
Get ready for a truly enchanting experience this Christmas! Santa is coming to Loxton and he’s bringing the magic to his brand new Workshop at 31 East Terrace.
Enjoy an unforgettable encounter with Santa himself as he personally presents you with a special Christmas gift, creating magical memories that will last a lifetime.
Light Up Day, Saturday 25th November
31 East Terrace (formerly ANZ Bank)
10am – 1pm – Morning visit
4pm – 8pm – Evening visit
Professional photography will be available should you wish to capture the joyous moment!
Santa will also be visiting Loxton on Sundays in December:
3rd December 10am – 2pm
10th December 10am – 2pm
17th December 10am – 2pm
(no professional photography available on these days)
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
Loxton‘s vibrant village-style retail precinct offers a unique shopping experience with the majority of businesses still family-owned or independently run.
We are proudly local and our businesses are firmly focussed on welcoming everyone to our friendly town.
Shops open ALL DAY on Light Up Day, Saturday 25th November from 9am to 8:30pm!
Sunday trading in December on 3rd, 10th and 17th from 10am-2pm.
CHRISTMAS NOSTALGIA
A colourful, historic display of all things Christmas from goose feather and novel trees to unique decorations and toys. Re-live traditions and special Christmas customs over many decades through this treasured private collection.
Permanently displayed in the Loxton Newsagency
12 East Terrace during normal trading hours