According to the forecast, this weekend is going to be hot hot hot! As a result, a handful of festive events that were scheduled in for the next few days have unfortunately had to cancel or postpone, while others are going ahead.
We’re here to keep you in the loop, so with that in mind, here’s a list of festive events still happening this weekend and those that have been forced to buckle under the heat.
Carols by Candlelight: going ahead as planned
With the weather forecasting a sunny 33 degree day on Saturday the 14th, organisers of the 80th annual Carols by Candlelight are all set to welcome an expected crowd of over 15,000.
The 80th edition will see an incredible array of Australian artists come together to ramp up the Christmas spirit in Adelaide, co-hosted by local 7NEWS favourites Rosanna Mangiarelli (in her 20th year!), Will Goodings and Amelia Mulcahy. The renowned performers taking the stage will include Dami Im, Emma Memma (former yellow Wiggle), Hugh Sheridan, celebrated country artists Adam Brand and Amber Lawrence, and Rogue Traders frontwoman and actor Natalie Bassingthwaighte.
Not to mention the talented host of local artists penciled in, including Gospo Collective, the Festival Statesmen Chorus, stars of State Opera South Australia, and the Adelaide Concert Orchestra. With possibly its best line up yet and an epic fireworks display to close out the evening, the 80th Carols by Candlelight is guaranteed to make this festive season the most wonderful time of the year
WHEN: Saturday, December 14th. Gates open at 3PM. Concert commences at 8.15PM
WHERE: Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama.
Civic Park Carols: pre-show cancelled, main event going ahead
Due to the 40 degree forecast on Sunday, the Civic Park Carols organisers have made the difficult decision to cancel the pre-show, which was scheduled from 5pm to 7:30pm. But, if you were planning on going, all is not lost, because the main event is still going ahead from 7:30pm onwards, featuring an excellent line up of local talent.
This year, guest vocalists include acclaimed actress, author, and singer/songwriter Justine Clark, as well as Tim Campbell, one of Australia’s most versatile and much-loved entertainers with leading roles on stage, TV shows and national prime-time host. Also performing on the night are Shaun Holton, Henry Olonga, Stephanie Cole, children’s entertainers Funny Farmers and, most importantly, everyone’s favourite Christmas couple – Santa and Mrs Claus!
There will also be face painters from 4-7:30pm if you’re there early and looking for something for the kids to do!
So, if you can brave the weather, head to Civic Park on Sunday for a stellar night of joy, music, and holiday spirit.
WHEN: Sunday, December 15th from 7:30PM
WHERE: Civic Park, North East Road, Modbury
Dive-in Carols at Waterworld: going ahead
It isn’t too surprising that a Christmas carols event at a shaded pool is going ahead, but it’s still good news! The Dive-in Carols are returning to Waterworld in Ridgehaven this Sunday, so get ready to dive into the holiday spirit with a line-up of talented performers and festive tunes live-streamed directly from the Civic Park Carols.
Sing along to your favourite carols on the big screen while cooling down in the pool or whizzing down waterslides. This event sold out in 2023, so make sure you get your tickets early.
WHEN: Sunday, December 15th from 6:30PM – 10:00PM
WHERE: Waterworld, Off Jack High Lane (corner Golden Grove Road), Ridgehaven, 5097
Balaklava Christmas Pageant: Cancelled
In a post on Facebook, the organisers shared the following about Sunday’s event:
🎁We want to address the community’s uncertainty surrounding the upcoming Balaklava Christmas pageant on Sunday. After a meeting today and contacting all participants, we regret to advise the pageant has been cancelled due to the heat.
Unfortunately, we cannot control the weather and want to keep the best interest of the community front of mind. This decision has not been made lightly, with every alternative explored. While we share in the disappointment, there are many upcoming local community events to enjoy in the lead up to Christmas.
Keep an eye out for pallet tree entries and winners in the coming days.
Thank you for the support and hope to have a wonderful event next year!
Merry Christmas 🎄🎅
Gilles St Markets: Cancelled
Carols in the Park at Mitcham Reserve: Cancelled
Christmas movies at Moonlight Cinema: going ahead
Since it starts fairly late into the evening, the Moonlight Cinema is expected to go ahead as planned this weekend, with two Christmas classics pencilled in for Saturday and Sunday night.
On Saturday night, film fans can catch the hilariously iconic Home Alone. In this classic film from 1990, an 8-year-old boy is forced to defend his home against burglars while his family flies to France for Christmas.
Then, on Sunday night, musical enthusiasts can soak up the Christmas carol vibes at The Muppet Christmas Carol. In this adaptation of Charles Dickens’s renowned 1843 novella A Christmas Carol, the Muppet characters tell their version of the classic tale of an old and bitter miser’s redemption on Christmas Eve.
WHEN: 8:45 PM on both nights
WHERE: Botanic Park, Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide SA 5000
Fall from Grace Champagne Bar: Postponed
“POSTPONED . . . POSTPONED . . . POSTPONED Sadly we have postponed today’s Champagne Event due to the extreme weather predicted today. We will reschedule for early February and can’t wait to have Kate Laurie, Sparkling Queen of Deviation Road Wines share loads of bubbles with us then. Keep cool 😎 🥂🥂🥂”
Goolwa Concert & Pageant: Cancelled
Christmas at Elder Hall: going ahead
This Saturday from 7:30pm, the Metropolitan Male Choir of SA returns to Elder Hall for an evening of Christmas music with supporting artists and an instrumental group.
Telling the Christmas story using spiritual and seasonal music, this year’s program starts boldly with Vivaldi’s Gloria and finishes with the rousing Hallelujah Chorus. Also included in the program are wonderful arrangements of Christmas favourites like Away in a Manger and O Holy Night, as well as a bunch of traditional carols.
WHEN: Saturday, December 14th from 7:30PM
WHERE: Elder Hall, University of Adelaide North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Gully Church Carols: Moved inside
The Gully Church have moved their carols to inside the church on Sunday. Expect all the same sing along carols and Christmas cheer, now just inside the church! The Glanville hall Christmas Market is still on Friday the 13th from 5pm to 9pm with free kids’ entertainment.
WHEN: Sunday, December 15th from 6:30PM
WHERE: 592-600 Milne Road, Banksia Park, SA, Australia, South Australia 5091
The Corinthian Singers’ Joy to the World concert: cancelled
The Corinthian Singers have advised that due to extreme heat, and for concern for their patrons’ welfare, they have cancelled their “Joy to the World” concert this Sunday 15 December 2024 at 3:00pm at St John’s church.
Anyone who has purchased tickets via Trybooking will be refunded into their bank accounts.
The choir apologises for any inconvenience.
They would love to see anyone who is free tonight at their 7:30 concert at St John’s.
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