LIGHTS OF LOBETHAL 2009 HIGHLIGHTS

Scroll down for a list of the many spectacular and fun events being held during the 2009 festival, and follow each link to more information. Most of the events occur from dusk onwards, but we would love you to come and visit during the day to enjoy the many attractions of our town.

Carols in the Valley

Sunday December 13th Open 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Lutheran Church, Main Street, Lobethal

Carols in the Valley heralds the beginning of Christmas in Lobethal.

The "Lights On!" Ceremony

Sunday December 13th Starts 8.30pm
The Lutheran Church Amphitheatre
Main Street, Lobethal

This Year’s Lights of Lobethal Festival will be opened by Leigh McClusky: Media identity between 8.30-9.00pm.

Immediately following the Opening Ceremony, at 9 pm, a Fireworks Display will be presented for your entertainment. [more info]

The Lights of Lobethal

Sunday December 13th Starts 8.30pm
Until December 31st

View the many lights of the Lobethal community every evening from dusk until around 10:30 PM. [map and info]

Deck the Hall

Sunday December 13th - 23rd
from dusk until 10:45 pm nightly
Lobethal Centennial Hall, Main Street Lobethal

A new feature of the festival, created by projection artist Cindi Drennan. Transforming the Lobethal Centennial Hall with animations and light painting, created during her residency in the Lobethal community. A new project by Lights of Lobethal SA Inc in partnership with Arts SA. [more info] [about the artist]

The Solar Grove

Sunday December 13th - 23rd
from dusk until 10:45 pm nightly
Sitse on Main Street Lobethal and at Adelaide Hills Market

A new feature of the festival, using green power, and new Lobethal Lanterns made in community workshops. Look out for the Lobethal Lanterns at 52 & 56 Main Street Lobethal, and at Tillbrooks Estate at the Adelaide Hills Market. They look great both day and night.
[more info] [about the artist]

Living Nativity

December 13th - 23rd
First Show 8.50pm - 9.10pm
Second Show 9.20pm - 9.40pm

Front of Lutheran Church, Main Street, Lobethal
Each show is a gift from the people of Lobethal and your gold coin donation will help support these wonderful performances. [more info]

Lantern & Solar Grove Workshops

December 5th & 6th, and 10th
various times
Lobethal Centennial Hall, Main Street Lobethal

A grove of Solar powered LED lights created by community members in workshops with resident artist Cindi Drennan, and discussions about future technologies and innovations. A new project by Lights of Lobethal SA Inc in partnership with Arts SA. [more info]

Pageant Night

Wednesday December 23rd Starts 7.30pm

Main Street closed from 6pm - 9pm
Pageant Night in Lobethal is very exciting, it means that Santa Claus is only two more sleeps away. [more info]
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There is NO parking avaliable in the main street so arrive early as parking is limited!

Lobethal Christmas Tree Festival

December 13th - 23rd Open 6.00pm - 11.00pm
Senior Citizens Hall, Main Street, Lobethal

Admission: Adults $2 Children Free
View a large display of Christmas trees decorated by school children, local clubs, social and church groups and individuals. [more info]

Centennial Hall Market

December 13th - 30th (exc. Dec 25th) Open 6.00pm - 11.00pm
Centennial Hall, Main Street, Lobethal

They serve tea, coffee, light refreshments, strawberries and ice cream, and have a sausage sizzle out the front. Which is all provided by the volunteers of the community. There are many varied market stalls within the hall with great gifts for Christmas.

Adelaide Hills Market

Open nightly 13th to the 23rd of December. 7.00pm - 11.00pm.
Visit their Web Site www.marketsatheart.com for details of trading hours etc.