Loxton 'Light Up' Day - 26th November Shops open 9am - 8.30pm
This is the day Loxton officially turns on its magic.
Throughout the day enjoy family entertainment, markets, shopping, fireworks and other activities. See the 'Lights Up Day' page for more details.
Town Lights & Santa's Walk
November 26th to December 31st
'Santa's Walk' originated in Hilbig Street in the late 1970's. 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 suggested tour route can be found here

Christmas Tree Festival
26th November to 18th December
'Christmas with a 'B'
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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 CWA Hall, Kokoda Tce, Loxton. Free of charge, but gold coin donations are welcome.
Opening Times:
Saturday, November 26th 1pm-4pm
Monday-Thursday 1pm-6pm
Friday-Sunday 1pm-9pm
Sunday, December 18th - 1pm - 4pm
Buses, schools, groups and special circumstances by prior arrangement with Loxton Visitor Information Centre. Ph: 08 8584 8071 or Caudis 088584 6793
Shopping in Loxton
One of the Riverland's most picturesque and charming destinations nestled on the south bank of the Murray River, Loxton, is a well-planned country town with tree-lined streets and beautiuflly maintained gardens. East Terrace, Bookpurnong Road and its surrounds are the hub of our active and vibrant retail precinct delivering an electic 'street culture' and open-air lifestyle. We offer a depth and quality of shopping with unique character due to the predominantly family-owned businesses.
Extended trading hours during the Christmas period are 9am-8.30pm Light Up Day, Saturday 26th November and Saturdays throughout December 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th all until 3pm.
'The Pines' Historical House and Garden
Open Sundays from 2pm
Built in 1909 this historic sandstone villa was bequeathed to the people of Loxton for display and entertainment purposes by Mrs. Ella Kingdon. The contents of the house have remained virtually untouched and represent a snapshot of the lifestyle of one of Loxton's pioneering families. 'The Pines' is an exceptional venue for formal or informal dining, weddings, community and family celebrations. "The Pines' is open for guided tours every Sunday from 2pm other times by appointment. You can visit the website for more information.
18 Henry Street,
Loxton. $8 tour. Ph 0412 649 766 or Loxton VIC 08 8584 8071.
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Christmas Wonderland
26th November to 31st December - This is the 27th year that this private display has been staged at Loxton East. 30 stunning displays stretch over 250 metres.
See the 'Christmas Wonderland' page for more details.
Santa's Cave
November 26th and throughout December .
Santa's Cave in East Tce is truly magical and sure to impress both the young and young at heart. On Light Up Day, Saturday 26th November, Santa will be arriving at 11am and will have a gift for each child who visits on that day. Professional photo opportunities will also be available. You are more than welcome to take your own photos at other times. A gold coin donation would be appreciated.
Santa’s Cave Loxton
Open Saturday 3 December
10am – 1pm
Come and visit Santa, free gift for each child
Gold coin donation appreciated, proceeds to Loxton Lutheran School, Early Learning Centre
Santa’s Cave Loxton
Open Saturday 10 December
10am – 1pm
Come and visit Santa, free gift for each child
Gold coin donation appreciated, proceeds to Loxton CWA
Santa’s Cave Loxton
Open Saturday 17 December
10am – 1pm
Come and visit Santa, free gift for each child
Gold coin donation appreciated, proceeds to Loxton Preschool Centre
Santa’s Cave Loxton
Open Saturday 24 December
10am – 1pm
Come and visit Santa, free gift for each child
Gold coin donation appreciated, proceeds to Rotary Mardi Gras Ambassador Terri Weston
For more information please call 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 45 fully furnished buildings and exhibits.
Admission charges apply. Adults $10 concession $8, children $5, family $25. Visit the website for more information.
Mon-Fri 10am - 4pm, weekends 10am - 5pm.
Singing Christmas Tree
Each of the 4 tiers on the 6 metre high Christmas tree is filled with enthusiastic singers who bring the tree to life with their rendition of much-loved traditional carols. Come and be entertained outside St Peter’s Lutheran Church from 8pm to 8.30pm on December 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th. Free of charge but donations are welcome.
Carols by Candlelight
18th 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 Loxton Peace
Hall, St Peter’s Lutheran Church. Guest Artists. Bring a chair. Ph 08 8584 5338.
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.
Martha's on Martha
Everybody welcome for 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. Nativity Display and Christmas gifts available. Ph 08 8584 5338.
Christmas Craft Fair
Sunday 4th Decemberr - This fair offers a wide variety of handcrafted
items and cookery for sale. Held in the, RSL Hall, Tobruk Tce from
10am - 4pm. Free of charge.
Coach Tour Guides
Tour Guides with local's sharing their knowledge of the town are available for coaches visiting Loxton throughout the Christmas Period. Ph: 0418 850 179 |