National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant 250 Victoria Square, Adelaide, South Australia 5000
About the Business
The National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, located in Adelaide's Victoria Square at 250, is an establishment that combines the elements of health, pharmacy, and point of interest, making it a unique and exciting destination for visitors. This annual event, taking place on Saturday, 4 November 2023, is a must-see for families and individuals looking to embrace the festive spirit.
One of the highlights of the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is the opportunity for two lucky Dads to showcase their clowning skills. If you know a Dad who considers himself a bit of a clown, this could be the perfect Father's Day present for him. With two clown spots available, these Dads will have the chance to entertain the crowd with their silliness during the pageant. To apply, simply share their best dad joke and explain why they would make a great addition to the pageant's lineup of clowns.
To get a taste of what the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant has to offer, you can watch the 2022 edition, which marked the 90th anniversary of the Southern Hemisphere's largest public parade. After a two-year hiatus, the pageant was welcomed back on the streets of Adelaide by over 240,000 enthusiastic pageant-goers. This event has been a beloved tradition since 1933 and has grown to become one of Australia's most cherished events.
The National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant serves as the official welcoming of Father Christmas to Australia, with the man in red being greeted by more than 325,000 excited parade-goers in 2019. This parade is a visual delight, with floats of all shapes and sizes captivating the audience from behind the 'Blue Honour Line'. It truly embodies the joy and magic of the holiday season.
As the title sponsor of the Christmas Pageant, National Pharmacies takes great pride in being a South Australian organization. Since its establishment in 1911, National Pharmacies has expanded to 51 pharmacies across South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales, as well as 20 Optical Stores in South Australia. Partnering with the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant allows them to continue captivating generations of Australian children and spreading the festive cheer.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of this iconic event. Whether you're looking to witness the enchanting parade, support local businesses, or simply spend quality time with your loved ones, the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is the perfect place to create lasting memories. Join us in welcoming Father Christmas to Australia and experience the magic of this cherished tradition.
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Location & Phone number
250 Victoria Square, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia
Hours open
Monday:
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
09:00 - 17:00
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Ok soooooo they kinda forgot how to televise it... The camerawork and what you could see on TV was pretty rubbish and try-hard. In person it was a great atmosphere and everyone was having plenty of fun. I played in the 40th celebration band and it was a great experience to be in. To be a part of: 5/5 In person:4/5 On TV (past years): 4/5 On TV (2022): 2/5"
"I'm shocked at the one star reviews. This is a free event and those people who missed out on the Oval show should remember resillience and gratitude for not everyone gets the opportunity to enjoy Christmas with their families. Look around, there are many homeless, people without family, some don't have money, etc. Thank you National Pharmacies for bringing us this free event. ❤❤ One star reviewers- do better. Be a role model for your kids."
"It is unbelievable how the pageant has been able to go ahead in the past 2 years with COVID. Yes I understand it’s not what it used to be but the thought behind the oval spectacular and the organisation behind it all is phenomenal. I have been lucky enough to be part of the pageant for the past 2 years as a National Pharmacies member and hope in 2022 it can return to the streets. A credit to all involved- an amazing spectacular at Adelaide oval."
"I have entered the pageant ticket ballot both years, my family also separately entered but both years unsuccessful. Yet the same people I know entered got tickets for both years. This is completely unfair. It should be made that if you are a successful applicant you should not be allowed to enter another year. So frustrated. My kids are on the last year of believing the magic and loving the Christmas pageant. We won't even watch the televised vision!!"
"Living in Adelaide everyone has the opportunity to see it live, if not the Christmas Pageant is televised to many parts of the world for all to enjoy. The look of utter joy on the faces of the children and the happiness participants in the Pageant bring to Adelaide City year after year"
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