2026 City of Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant
Next date: Sunday, 22 November 2026 | 10:00 AM
to 01:00 PM
We're thrilled to announce that the beloved City of Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant will dazzle the streets of Christies Beach on Sunday 22 November. Followed by Christmas in the Park in Rotary Park on the corner of the Esplanade and Beach Road. Don't miss this magical event, mark your calendars for a festive day to remember!
Set yourself up along Beach Road, before 10am to watch the procession of marching bands, dance groups, sporting clubs, community groups and businesses before Santa makes his appearance. Santa will be waving to the crowd as he travels towards Rotary Park where the excitement continues with Christmas in the Park.
Pageant Participants
If you're interested in being part of this magical day, please register your interest by submitting the form below. By doing so, you'll be added to our communication database, ensuring that you are advised once applications are open.
Expression of interest
Get creative!
Ready to wow the crowd? Discover creative ways to decorate your float for the pageant, explore our tips below to bring your ideas to life!
🎄🎉 Christmas Float Magic on a Budget! Easy, Low-Cost Tips to Make Your Float Stand Out
Pick a Simple, Strong Theme
Keep it festive and clear:
Santa’s Workshop
Nativity Scene
Winter Wonderland
12 Days of Christmas
Christmas Movie Magic (Grinch, Elf, Frosty)
One idea, done well, stands out more than a cluttered float!
Use Free or Recycled Materials
Cardboard boxes = Gifts, signs, cutouts
Old sheets = Snow, curtains, or sky
Natural finds = Branches, pinecones, logs
Ask businesses for leftover paint & supplies
Create a Focal Point
Let one big element be the star:
Giant wrapped present
Little stable scene
Elf in the workshop
Reindeer made of cardboard
Homemade ornaments or paper snowflakes
Kids paint signs or decorations
Too many ideas? Focus on one to bring to life!
Add Movement or Sound
Portable speaker with carols
Bubble machine = instant “snow”
Someone waving or handing out goodies
Spinning snowflakes or dancing characters
Even small motion = big wow factor!
Pick a Colour Scheme
Stick to 2–3 colours for a polished look:
Red, Green, White
Blue, Silver, White
Gold, White, Red
Makes it look coordinated and festive!
Think Long-Term
Save your decorations for next year
Reuse, repaint, rebuild!
🎨 Easy Christmas Float Decorations Kids Can Make
❄️ Paper Snowflakes
- All you need: white paper, scissors, and creativity!
- Tape them to the float sides or hang with string for a snowy effect.
Tip: Use glitter glue or cotton balls for sparkle and fluff!
🎁 Wrapped Gifts
- Wrap empty boxes in donated wrapping paper or newspaper kids can decorate.
- Stack on the float or glue to the sides.
🎨 Painted Signs or Banners
- Use cardboard or poster board to paint signs like:
- Merry Christmas
- Santa’s Coming!
- Let It Snow!
- Create carboard snowmen, Christmas trees, or candy canes.
🧩Toilet Paper Roll Characters
- Recycle toilet paper rolls to make:
- Santa
- Reindeer
- Elves
- Snowmen
- Use paper, fabric scraps, googly eyes, and markers.
🌟Glitter Stars
- Cut stars from cereal boxes or cardboard.
- Decorate with paint, glitter, or foil.
- Hang with string from the top of the float for sparkle!
✋Handprint Wreaths
- Trace and cut out kids’ handprints on colored paper.
- String them together to create festive wreaths.
🧦DIY Christmas Stockings
- Use felt or coloured paper to make mini stockings.
- Decorate with buttons, glitter, and cotton balls.
- String them along the float edge!
🍭Candy Cane Noodles
- Twist white tape around red pool noodles
- Use as ornaments or float-edge decorations.
Volunteers wanted!
Do you love Christmas, community spirit and a little festive fun? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring our Christmas Pageant to life!
There are various roles available between 7am – 1pm, from helping coordinate floats and marshaling the parade to assisting families and spreading Christmas cheer along the pageant route.
We’re also looking for entertainers of all kinds to bring smiles, laughter and energy to the pageant. Whether you're a seasoned performer or simply love making people smile, come and join the fun!
We’re looking for performers such as:
Clowns & jugglers
Magicians
Hula hoopers
Stilt walkers
Musicians & festive performers
…and anything else that dazzles a crowd!
Simply register your interest below or email events@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au for more information.
Temporary traffic restrictions
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place in and around Beach Road and the Esplanade, Christies Beach, but not limited to these areas.
Further details to come!
Event Partners
Are you interested in aligning your business with this fun, interactive and unique community event? To discuss this opportunity in more detail and find out what packages we have available, please contact our Senior Events Advisor on 08 8301 7308 or email events@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au
When
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Sunday, 22 November 2026 | 10:00 AM
- 01:00 PM
Location
Beach Road, Christies Beach, 5165, View Map
-35.139203, 138.476525
Beach Road ,
Christies Beach 5165
Beach Road ,
Christies Beach 5165
2026 City of Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant