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Loxton 'Lights Up' - Shops open 9am - 8.30pm
24th November - This is the day Loxton officially turns on its magic. Enjoy strolling through the shops and market stalls, visit Santa in his cave, sip a cool drink or munch on scrumptious food while soaking up the entertainment or partaking in various activities avaliable during the day. When the sun finally sinks behind the river gums, the fireworks begin. The display is one of the most spectacular examples of fireworks artistry in country SA. Don’t miss it. It’s then time to drive around town - either in your own vehicle or on board the Christmas bus - and wonder at the fairyland that Loxton becomes after dark. Sheer magic! Fairy lights twinkle all over town, reindeers prance on front lawns, but the true meaning of Christmas is not forgotten either.
Bookings for the bus tour are essential. To book, contact the Loxton Visitor Information Centre on 08 8584 8071.
Santa's Walk
November 24th to December 31st - Local residents and businesses embrace this magical time in Loxton and decorate their gardens, homes and premises to reflect this special time of the year. More than 350 scenes are on display around the town. Be sure to wander along slowly so you don't miss anything! Free of charge.
A map highlighting a suggested tour route is available from most accommodation houses and Riverland Visitor Information Centres or click here for the basic layout.
Christmas Tree Festival
24th November to 17th December - Celebrating Loxton's Centenary of Proclamation - 'Down Memory Lane'. Community organisations,
groups and individuals spend hours designing and decorating
their unique and innovative Christmas trees tying it in with the year's theme. The display held in the Loxton Peace Hall, Bookpurnong Tce, Loxton. Free of charge, but gold coin donations are welcome. Open Monday - Thursday 1pm to 6pm, Friday - Sunday 1pm to 9pm. Buses, schools, groups and special circumstances by prior arrangement with Loxton Visitor Information Centre. Ph: 08 8584 8071 orCaudis Koch Ph: 08 8584 6089. Christmas Wonderland
24th November to 31st December - This is the 23rd year that this private display has been staged at Loxton East. 30 stunning displays stretch over 250 metres and include the nativity scene in Bethlehem, Christmas Village, Santa’s Boot, a miniature replica of the Historical Village Church, a field of angels, and popular cartoon characters plus more. Free entry, but donations are always welcome. Directions can be found on the Tour Map.
Christmas Craft Fair
25th November - This fair offers a wide variety of handcrafted
items and cookery for sale. Held in the Loxton Peace
Hall, St Peter’s Lutheran Church, Bookpurnong Tce from
10am - 5pm. Free of charge. The Pines Historical House and Garden
Open Sundays from 2pm
.Wander through this charming and stately home, or discover
the hidden delights of the gardens which are being lovingly
restored to their former beauty. Corner Henry & Rudolph Streets,
Loxton. $8 tour. Tours are avaliable by appointment. Contact 08 8584 6733 or Loxton VIC 08 8584 8071. Loxton Historical Village
Open 7 days - Step back in time as you discover how life was back in the early days of Loxton's settlement with over 30 fully furnished buildings and a wonderful collection of displays.
Admission charges apply. Visit the website for more information. www.loxtonhistoricalvillage.com.au
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Christmas Lights Tour Bus
Group tours (8 or more) available to discover Loxton's magic as you travel past stunning displays in Santa's Walk and Christmas Wonderland. Cruise through the streets and marvel at the lighting and decorations in private homes and gardens. Adults $10, children $5.
For enquiries phone 08 8584 5492 or the Loxton VIC on 08 8584 8071.
'Little Town' Christmas Production
A highlight of the Loxton Lights Festival, 'Little Town' delights audiences in the majestic St Peter's Lutheran Church. Depicting the Christmas Story through the ordinary, every day people such as farmers, housewives, inn workers and shepherds who just happen to be going about their daily lives at the time of one of the most important events in history. A unique and inspirational production for all ages.
Admission $2. Pre-reserved seats available from Loxton VIC or Lutheran Ministry Centre Ph 08 8584 5522.
Performances:
Fri 7th & Sat 8th December - 7pm and 8.30pm
Fri 14th and Sat 15th December - 7pm and 8.30pm
Sunday 16th December - 3pm Matinee
Fri 21st December - 7pm and 8.30pm
Sat 22nd December - 3pm Matinee, 7pm and 8.30pm
Singing Christmas Tree
Throughout December
Hundreds of voices have brought this tree to life since its germination 10 years ago. The singers' rendition of much-loved traditional carols draw crowds from far and wide to St Peter's Church from 8pm to 8.30pm.
Performing December 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 21 and 22.
Free of charge, but donations are welcome. Carols by Candlelight
16th December - Hosted by the Combined Christian Churches of Loxton, held at the Rotunda, East Tce, Loxton from 8pm. If inclement weather, Carols will move to the Community Theatre. Guest artists. Bring a chair.
St Peter's Lutheran Church Tour
November 26th - throughout December
Five to ten minute guided tours of the magnificent gothic style
cathedral of St Peter’s Lutheran Church are available by prior
arrangement. Ph Merv 08 8584 6871 or Martin 08 8584 6942.
Santa's Cave
November 24th, 25th and throughout December . Santa’s cave is located in the gazebo in East Tce. This cave incorporates Santa’s Workshop which this year will reflect the era of the 1950's. Santa has a gift for each of the children who visits. A gold coin donation would be appreciated. Bus tours welcome. Opening times will be advertised in the Loxton News on November 21 and on the Cave door or Ph 08 85847886.
Shopping in Loxton
Loxton’s vibrant shopping precinct of predominantly locally
owned and operated businesses offers a unique and varied
range of Christmas gift ideas. Extended trading hours are
provided over the Christmas period with Sunday trading available on the 16th and 23rd December from 10am to 4pm.
Martha's on Martha
Free refreshments and snacks each Friday and Saturday nights from Lights Up night in the Uniting Church Hall from 7.30pm until late. Corner Bookpurnong Tce and Martha Street, Loxton. Great books available for sale. Ph 08 8584 5338.
All events are subject to change without notice.
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