Rio Tinto Christmas Events

Christmas Lights 17 NOV - 10 DEC TICKETED 18 & 19 NOV FREE

Trail Map WA BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKER

Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth
Everyone’s favourite festive ballet returns! Join
LOTTERYWEST CITY OF LIGHT SHOW
Proudly brought to you by the City of Perth and Major Supporter
Lotterywest
The City of Light Show series kicks off with a unique show performed from a
Clara as she ventures through a winter wonderland
17 NOVEMBER TO 2 JANUARY and encounters the Nutcracker Soldier, Sugar Plum floating stage, on the water at Elizabeth Quay. Don’t miss “The Light Within”
Fairy and evil Mouse King as Tchaikovsky’s beloved a show made up of storytelling, live music and dance. Enjoy food trucks,
classical score comes to life. roving entertainers, a giant bubble zone, hula hoop workshop, and rides
from 5pm.
His Majesty’s Theatre
Various times E
 lizabeth Quay
5pm to 9pm

17 NOV FREE 25 NOV FREE 2 DEC FREE

CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT PERTH
MAKERS MARKET
Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth
Supreme Court Gardens transforms into a
festive fashion marketplace featuring more
than 80 local creators, with live music,
performances and food vendors.
Supreme Court Gardens
4pm to 9pm
CHRISTMAS FASHION & ALINTA ENERGY CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
ACCESSORIES TWILIGHT UPMARKET Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth For 47 festive-filled nights, there’s nowhere left
Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth This 52nd year of the pageant promises to be bigger un-sparkled in the City of Perth this Christmas.
Visit the Perth Town Hall for a fashion marketplace and better than ever. The parade will feature over 100
floats, marching bands and performers. A special guest
featuring more than 60 local WA fashion and
accessory designers. Santa will be visiting from all the way from the North Pole will be there to bring The Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail is back, bigger
5pm to 6pm. you Christmas cheer! and brighter than ever! Follow the map through all
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2pm to 7pm 7.30pm to 9.30pm
22 joy-filled installations or stroll the Trail’s
‘Merry Mile’ specially designed for little legs.

From treat-packed Christmas markets and treasure trails,

6 - 7 DEC FREE 9 DEC FREE 9 DEC FREE TICKETED
to pageants, choirs, carols and more, you’ll find everything
CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN THE PARK WACYO HAPPY CHRISTMAS CHORUS WASO’S CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR you love about Christmas right here in the city.
Wander around an outdoor market of Christmas gifts, artisan Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth
delicacies, festive eateries. Enjoy the live music, entertainment
Experience the enchantment of music in the heart of the city at Join the West Australian Symphony Orchestra and a line-up of
and games in a white Christmas-themed seating area. Central
the WACYO Happy Christmas Chorus in Forrest Place. Gather special guests for this free Christmas celebration as they lead
Park will be giving away 250 scoops of ice cream and 100
your loved ones and let the timeless melodies immerse you in you through favourite Christmas sing-alongs. From cherished
personalised candles – first come, first serve.
Christmas spirit! classics to modern hits, there’s something for the whole family.
 entral Park Gardens
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 AC Arena
11am to 2pm
4pm to 5.30pm 2pm and 7pm

9 DEC FREE 13 DEC TICKETED 16 & 17 DEC FREE

Thank you to our

NORTHBRIDGE TREASURE TRAIL CHRISTMAS QUOIR CHRISTMAS NATIVITY
Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth and Join Abbe May and the WA Bad Ass Gospel Choir for a festive Proudly brought to you by the
Northbridge Common edition of Boola Bardip’s community choir featuring Mariah City of Perth

valued event partners Christmas shop in style at a fantastic array of Northbridge

retailers at this special event. Visit participating stores and you
Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’. This safe and welcoming
space is for everyone – families, intergenerational groups and
anyone looking to sing their hearts out!
The biblical tale of the first Christmas is brought to life on stage,
with an array of local performers and choirs.
might just stumble upon an exciting surprise.
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1pm to 5pm
5.30pm to 7.30pm
6.30pm to 8.30pm

16 DEC FREE 17 DEC FREE 23 DEC FREE

Major Supporter A CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS CAROLS ON THE LAWN CAROLS IN THE CITY
A special Christmas service for the whole family, but especially Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy a feast of Christmas music, Proudly sponsored by the City of Perth
for kids! Children are welcome to dress up in their favourite well-loved carols and Bible readings live on the Cathedral
Nativity costume. Square lawn. A perfect immersion into the Christmas spirit Carols in the City is a free, family-friendly celebration of Christmas.
before the Christmas services. The event will include pre-show entertainment, kids Santa-land,
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7.30pm
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6.30pm to 9.30pm

Santa Claus Visits

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Murray Street Mall and Forrest Place
Fridays 17 and 24 November,
Saturdays 18 and 25 November
Celebrating
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languages on request. Go to visitperth.com for details. 23 December. For a full Council House
schedule of events, go to Every Friday and Saturday in December
visitperth.com 6.30pm to 8.30pm
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CHRISTMAS
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bright with festive lights - Christmas has always come alive in the
Roe Stre Christmas City of Perth City of Perth.
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The Merry Mile Toilets Each year we welcome people from near and far to the wonder of

LIGHTS TRAIL
Avenue Christmas in the City.
Perth Train Station Santa
Telethon

Packed full of family favourites, including the Christmas Nativity

Perth Busport and the Alinta Christmas Pageant,
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A MESSAGE FROM WA’s best dining options and more
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of Perth’s Christmas Lights Trail again this year. here, in the City of Perth.

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Underground Each year the Trail brings us together to celebrate the
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holiday season. It is a tradition that spreads joy and

wonder, providing unique experiences across the city.
Hay Street 13 14 Hay Street I hope you enjoy the exciting new Trail and have the Proudly brought to you by the City of Perth. Supported
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Moodjar Tree in Yagan Square, showcasing the talents of
by Rio Tinto and Lotterywest.

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Aboriginal artists and their rich connection to the land and
17 its people. A signature event on Perth’s festive calendar. Now in its
St Georges Tce Adelaide Terrace seventh year, the Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail covers
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Together with the City of Perth, we wish all Western
Perth 4.5km across the City of Light over 47 summer evenings. Be
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Download the Perth Trails app to guide
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Terrace Road Terrace Road you through the Rio Tinto Christmas entertainment and performances throughout the city every
Elizabeth Elizabeth Chief Executive, Iron Ore Lights Trail. You’ll find loads of other fun
Quay Quay trails for year-round family adventures. Friday and Saturday night.
Bus Train The Merry Mile
Station Station Elizabeth Quay
Available on the App Store
and Google Play.
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Riverside Drive
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This family-friendly Trail is great for Night Time From 6pm
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those with little legs or have limited Parking
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CITY BEATS CULTURAL CENTRE CHRISTMAS IN THE MOODJAR TREE CHRISTMAS CADILLAC 140 – ILLUMINE: STORIES PERTH
Inspired by the pulsating CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND Presented by DevelopmentWA Presented by Raine Square THAT RESONATE Need a reminder of where
energy and constant Presented by Perth Cultural Centre Presented by WA Museum Presented by 140 you are? We have you
movement of urban life, City The 3D anamorphic Moodjar Tree, Western Australia’s Christmas Santa Claus has upgraded his reindeer-
Boola Bardip covered in gumnuts and
Beats captures the rhythm Perth Cultural Centre lights up Tree, embodies love, family and the land’s nurturing presence. It powered sleigh to a Christmas Cadillac. Step into a world of wonder with our waratahs.
of the city and reacts to your this Christmas with this amazing It is the night before Christmas and all symbolises gratitude for the past Jump in and take a photo before its interactive illuminated mural art.
presence. installation. through the house a few creatures are and hope for the future. owner comes to claim it. Immerse yourself and become part of Forrest Place
stirring as Alice and mice dance the the masterpiece.
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 orthbridge Piazza Perth Cultural Centre Story curated by Rose Wally, music composed and performed by Raine Square
famous sugarplum fairy dance from
Phil Walley-Stack, art design by Biara Martin. 140, Railway Lane
the Nutcracker.
Yagan Square
WA Museum Boola Bardip

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WHAT’S GOING ON IN THE NORTH CITY OF PERTH QUOKKA SELFIE SUMMER SANTA VINTAGE MAGICAL OWL CHRISTMAS A LUMINOUS EDEN
POLE? CHRISTMAS TREE Presented by Ever wondered how Santa Claus CHRISTMAS TRAIN Presented by enex BAUBLE TREE Explore the native flora
Get a sneak peak of what happens in the North This stunning 14-metre tall Forrest Chase unwinds after visiting Perth Presented by Central Park A modern take on the classic and fauna of the South
families? Floatie-style! Christmas shopping at West forrest in a vivid and
Pole as projections light up the façade of one of Christmas Tree is covered in more Venturing all the way from Christmas Tree that will dazzle
All aboard the Vintage enex is a hoot! dreamlike realm.
Perth’s most beautiful historical buildings. than 13,000 lights. Wadjemup (Rottnest Island), and light up the
Murray Street Mall Christmas Train!
How many decorations can you snap a photo with the Quokka. e
 nex, Hay St Mall. Perth Town Hall
Projections from approx. 7.45pm spot? Hay Street Mall
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Forrest Place Forrest Chase, Level 1,
Forrest Place Padbury Walkway

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C CHRISTMAS IN THE WEST MOODITJ YONGAS COUNCIL HOUSE ENGULFED SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS GALLEON
LABYRINTH Come see how Christmas is celebrated (SOLID KANGAROOS) LIGHT SHOW Reminiscent of a bonfire, these ethereal Presented by Lotterywest Presented by DevelopmentWA
Presented by Lotterywest at WA’s most notable locations. A mob of festive kangaroos have made From sunset each night, check out the flowers engulf the space in bright
Experience this fusion of art and Adore this dazzling spectacle
the front of Council House their home. Council House light show. colours.
Wander into a mesmerising universe Projections from approx 7.45pm technology. As the symphony builds after-dark as the 8-metre tall Galleon
of light with the Constellation Council House Note: Some nights may have alternative B
 arrack Square to a crescendo, the lights respond, is bedecked with a radiant display of
St George’s Cathedral
Labyrinth, where every path leads to programming to celebrate other illuminating the space and enhancing Christmas lights.
enchantment. occasions in the city. the energy of the music.
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Caution: Some displays contain flashing lights, music and other light or noise disruptions that may affect people who have sensitivities or for medical reasons such as epilepsy and autism. Please contact the City of Perth if you’d like more information about the installations prior to visiting.