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There are many activities and plans for the festive season in Alexandrina. Keep your eye on this page, as it’ll be updated as new details become available.
30 November – 28 December – across Alexandrina
Alexandrina’s Elf and Santa Hat competition
Alexandrina Council invites you and your family to head to your nearest Santa and Elf Neon Hats – placed throughout the region – during December for your chance to win a family prize.
Visit our Latest news page for full details and the dates and locations in your township.
1–22 December – across Alexandrina
Mayor's Best Dressed Shop Window Competition
Alexandrina’s shop windows will shine at night as they create eye catching fairy light displays that highlight the joyous spirit of the festive season. Visit the townships to see the displays. Which one will be the Mayor’s favourite?
If you're a business, create a display that imbues the joyous spirit of the festive season and you can win a voucher to spend at a business in Alexandrina. For further details, enquiries can be directed to the Council's Events Co-ordinator.
Winners will be announced on Council website and social media on Wednesday, 22 December.
Friday, 3 December – Mount Compass
Christmas Market and Carols
The Mount Compass Christmas Market promotes local stores and produce – head along to pick up some wonderful Christmas gifts.
Market: 5–9 pm, Main Street, Victor Harbor Road
Carols: 7pm at the Wetlands
For more information, visit the Mount Compass Community Markets Facebook page.
Friday, 10 December – Strathalbyn
Strathalbyn Celebrates Christmas
Celebrate Christmas in Strathalbyn at the Showgrounds!
Activities include:
- interactive Christmas crafts in the Show Hall for both adults and children
- movie in the Show Hall
- carol singers
- live music provided by the Strathalbyn Concert Band, Easter Fleurieu School Band, Harmummies, Kick the Dog, brass band and a range of solo singers
- model train demonstration
- Little Athletics interactive Christmas games
- whip cracking demonstration
- Rotary Club giveaways and activities
Food and drink will be available:
- Lions Club – steak sandwiches and coffee
- Soccer Club – hot donuts
- Oskar & Co food truck – hot chips, hamburgers, tacos and more.
Free entry but bookings essential via Eventbrite
Sunday, 12 December – Goolwa
Christmas Concert
The Rotary Club of Goolwa is proud to present the Goolwa Christmas Concert 2021, supported by Goolwa Lions, combined Churches, and Alexandrina Council.
Enjoy carols, singing and entertainment from a cast of over 100 local entertainers, with the support of the Goolwa Concert Band.
Bring your own seats or picnic rug, as well as refreshments for the night. Disability access, parking, and special needs area available.
Two sessions: 3.00 pm and 6.30 pm
Goolwa Oval Precinct, on Goyder Street, Goolwa.
Free entry but bookings essential via Eventbrite
Sunday, 19 December – Saturday 1 January, Strathalbyn
Strathalbyn town lights
Why not make the most of this beautiful holiday season by taking a wander or a drive around Strathalbyn? The community has done an amazing job of lighting up the town!
Friday, 31 December – Goolwa / Hindmarsh Island
Off the Bridge New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Imagine a sky full of dazzling colour and magical lights, bringing the Goolwa wharf precinct to life.
Off the Bridge Fireworks are expected to go ahead in 2021 pending approval from SA Health.
For more information, visit the Off The Bridge NYE Fireworks Facebook page. For further details, contact Karen Ross, Goolwa Fireworks Committee on 0438 660 653.
Please note that the Hindmarsh Island Bridge will therefore be closed as follows:
Friday 31 December 2021 for fireworks
- Single lane closure 10.30pm - 11:15pm
- Full closure 11:15pm to approximately 12:45am (dependent on safe access)
- Footpath closure 10.30pm - 12:45am (dependent on safe access)