Trending Ngayon: Aussie Christmas kicks off in Adelaide

Christmas Pageant in Adelaide officially opens the festive season on November 8.

Christmas Pageant in Adelaide officially opens the festive season on November 8. Credit: National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant

This week on SBS Filipino’s Trending Ngayon podcast, Australia ushers in the Christmas season as major cities illuminate their iconic Christmas trees and launch a series of festive programs. The episode highlights these nationwide celebrations, capturing the spirit and excitement that mark the official start of the holiday season.


Key Points
  • Australia officially welcomes the Christmas season with major cities launching their celebrations.
  • Sydney’s lighting of the 24-metre Christmas tree at Martin Place and Adelaide’s Christmas Parade in South Australia on 8 November.
  • The rollout of festivities continues nationwide, with Brisbane marking the start of its Christmas celebrations on 22 November and Melbourne officially welcoming the season on 28 November.
  • Other cities have also scheduled their official welcome to Christmas.
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