FAQ'S
Frequently asked questions
Christmas Festival and Markets:
3pm – 8pm
Alison Hartman Gardens and Town Square
Christmas Pageant:
6pm – 7pm
York Street from Peels Place to Albany Highway roundabout
This shows what's on in Alison Hartman Gardens and Town Square, as well the photo booth times and stage program.
• Christmas Markets
• Christmas Pageant
• Southern Ports Authority Snow Zone •
• Snow globe making and cookie decorating workshops
• Live stage program.
• Roving performers featuring:
• Hair braiding, face painting and henna tattoos (fees apply)
• Meet Santa & Mrs. Cause Photo Opportunity in Alison Hartman Gardens
• Snow machine
• Christmas Lights decorations
• Food vans
Road Closures
For a full list of road closures, please refer to the document below.
Parking Options
• ACROD Parking: Available for people who hold a valid ACROD pass. Additional ACROD parking will be made available in the bottom carpark at the Library and Visitor Centre.
For logistical and safety reasons the ONLY vehicles allowed inside the road closure zones are float / stallholder vehicles. ALL festival attendees and pageant participants (not including float drivers) must park outside the road closure zone. It is recommended pageant participants park in the Old Auction Room Carpark off Peels Place behind Centrelink.
We recommend following alternative routes, planning ahead, and allowing extra time for parking. Signage and traffic management will guide you to the event.
Thank you for your understanding as these important works are carried out.
We will do our utmost to make sure the event can proceed, with the safety of our participants and attendees coming first.
• Indoor viewing: Spaces will be available at this year’s pageant and will be located in the upstairs area of the Albany Public Library.
This area is for community members who use a mobility assistance device or are unable to stand for a long period of time.
As spaces are limited, please book in advance to avoid disappointment. You can register a place on the bookable link, by emailing the community development team or by calling 6820 3000. https://albany-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/Christmasviewing
• Accessible Toilets: Located next to the library’s viewing area and on the ground floor of the building. Additionally, you can find accessible toilets across the Town Square, behind the Town Hall/Chorus Building.
• ACROD Parking: Available for people who hold a valid ACROD pass. Additional ACROD parking will be made available in the bottom carpark at the Library and Visitor Centre. Take a moment to watch this informative video, designed to help prepare for and enjoy every moment of this event.
This is a FREE event. Fees apply with face painting, hair braiding and henna tattoos.
Public Toilets are located in Town Square & Library Car Park.
Yes, given that your dog is on the lead and with you at all times.
No, this is a smoke free event.
Electronic payment options may be available with certain market vendors and food stalls.
First aid will be available at the St Johns Ambulance van located in the Library carpark. There will also be First Aid trained staff carrying first aid kits at the event.
Please report to the Events Staff at the City marquee in Alison Hartman Gardens.
We will have a range of high-quality food/beverage vendors catering at the event.
Attendees are welcome to bring their own food to the event.
The Christmas Festival & Pageant is an alcohol-free event.
Please note It is an offence in Western Australia for persons of any age to drink alcohol in public such as on the street, park or beach. The penalty can be a $200 infringement or maximum $2000 fine.
City of Albany Events Team
• Pageant floats and Walking groups – Collie Street and Peels Place
• School groups - grassed area in front of St Johns Church on Peels Place
• Santa’s Elves Competition Winners – Albany Farmer’s Market Carpark
The theme is Christmas, floats and walking groups are welcome to interpret as they wish.