Playford Community Carols
Visitors gather to enjoy pre-carols entertainment, live musical performances, and Christmas sing-alongs. The grounds host local market stalls, face painting, and an alley of food trucks offering diverse dinner and dessert options. The evening festivities conclude with an outdoor fireworks display.
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages Entry is free for all attendees.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
From 4:30 pm.
Neighborhood
Elizabeth Park
Food & Drink
Food trucks offer dinner and dessert options, and visitors can refill water bottles at the Hydration Station near the market stalls.
Parking
Limited free dedicated carparks are available onsite, along with on-street parking. Accessible parking is limited; once full, the area becomes an accessible drop-off zone. Overflow paid car parking is available at Windsor Carpark. Accessible parking is in the third and final carpark on Yorktown Road, with a drop-off zone there if those spaces are full.
Accessibility
An entry path connects the Yorktown Road accessible carpark to a designated viewing space for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Pets
Pets are not allowed. Service animals are exempt, but attendees will be asked to show certification or proof.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Pick up a contact band at the entrance or HQ for each child, and show them where HQ is before the crowds build.
- Bring a refillable water bottle and top it up at the Hydration Station near the market stalls throughout the evening.
- Pack a warm layer along with your hat and sunscreen, because it cools down once the sun goes down at Fremont Park.
- Bring a picnic rug or camping chairs but no umbrellas or pegged shade, and set your chairs up so you don't block anyone's view.
- Bring your Christmas present list, because the market stalls sell candles, lights, lollies, handmade earrings and Latin American baked goods.
Links & Contact
Run by City of Playford
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get in early to save a spot?
No. The event area is closed to the public until the official start for set-up and safety, and anyone who tries to get in early will be asked to leave.
What food is there?
Food Truck Alley has Asian Aussie street food, Spuds and More, Potato on a Stick and Frankie & Sons Gourmet Pizzas. There's also Squid Squad and BJ's Snack Shack. For sweets there's Cool Cones, Chocolate Boys, Poffertjes Mini Dutch Pancakes and Adelaide Sno Cones.
What am I not allowed to bring?
Leave behind shade structures, umbrellas, beach tents and anything that needs tent pegs. BBQs, candles and other flammable items aren't allowed either. The event is also free of alcohol, smoking, vaping and pets, though certified service animals are allowed.
Is there a quiet space?
Yes. A sensory chill-out tent at the back of the event, near the market stalls, is open to anyone who needs a break from the noise. Please keep it calm for others.
What happens if my child gets lost?
Lost children can go straight to HQ for help. Contact bands are available at the entrance and at HQ, so you can label your child with your details.
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