Grab some friends and get festive at the inaugural The Queens Xmas Festival that will transform The Queens Theatre into a vibrant Christmas street party with 3 days of live music, artist markets, food trucks, ceramic workshops, live art, and boutique bars.
From Friday 17 December to Sunday 19 December, experience live performances from artists including Alana Jagt, Kelly Menhennett, Dojo Rise, My Chérie and Rob Edwards, live art by KAB101 and drinks from Alpha Box & Dice, The Suburban Brew, 78 Degrees, Green Ant Gin, Kangaroo Island Spirits and much more.
The Queens Xmas Festival will be the ultimate way to get into the spirit of the festive season says the Queens Theatre’s Torben Brookman.
“The holiday season is all about spending quality time with friends and loved ones,” Torben says. “The Queens Xmas Festival is where you can enjoy the works of some of South Australia’s finest musicians, artisans, distillers, and winemakers in the iconic Queens Theatre over 3 incredible days and nights. Each day will offer something new and exciting so make a weekend of it to enjoy the full scope of art, craft and talent on offer.”
Ceramic Workshops
Join JamFactory associates’ and acclaimed ceramicists’ Sam Gold, Xanthe Murphy and Mirjana Dobson as they lead ceramic workshops on Saturday and Sunday afternoon where participants can create plant pots, ceramic tea sets or ornate candelabras that will be glazed and fired by Sam, Xanthe and Mirjana.
The Ceramics Workshops are for everyone, no matter their skill level and are all about having a good time and learning something new. Participants will be taught a blend of traditional and contemporary ceramic methods in a fun relaxed atmosphere. Everyone’s creations will be glazed and fired, ready for collection just in time for Christmas, making the perfect gift for a loved one.
Handpicked stall holders, designers, artists and makers
The Queens’ will come to life with a selection of handpicked stall holders featuring local designers, artists and makers who will showcase their talents and goods, including legendary Adelaide muralist Jack Fran who will be painting live, and 2021 Carclew Fellowship recipient and ceramicist, Sam Matthewman who will be throwing on the wheel in the flesh.
The stall line-up includes favourites such as:
- Chaya Boutique
- Sienna Rose
- This Wee Piggy
- Days of August
and retail artist wares and bookstore Twenty Seven, who will be selling a range of handmade and even one-off artist wares, curated books, ceramics, and wearables.
Live Music
The full music line-up includes
- Alana Jagt
- Kelly Menhennett
- Dojo Rise
- My Chérie
- Rob Edwards
- Lucas Day
- Malibu Drive
- The Boys Club
- Brian Ruiz (The B.R.O.)
- Souzi D. Wilson and the Cool Mints
- Philippa Lynas.
Joining the above musicians is iconic local graffiti and street writer Scott Coleman (KAB101) who will transform Playhouse Lane into a visual masterpiece with his signature style.
Food Trucks
Food trucks on offer include Braising Boy who will be serving up delicious Mexican, including their crowd favourite Quesabirria.
The Queen Bar will be open from 4pm Friday, and 12pm Saturday and Sunday to serve up local craft beer, wine, and boutique gin.
The Queens Xmas Festival Opening Hours
Friday, 17 December 4:00pm – 12:00am
Saturday, 18 December 11:00am – 12:00am
Sunday, 19 December 11:0aam – 12:00am
Market Opening Hours
Saturday, 18 December 11:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday, 19 December 11:00am – 6:00pm
Workshop Details
Saturday, 18 December Workshops
11am – 12:30pm: Xanthe Murphy – Planter workshop
Booking via trybooking.com/BVUDZ
1:30 – 3:00pm: Xanthe Murphy – Planter workshop
Booking via trybooking.com/BVUDZ
4:00 – 5:30pm: Sam Gold – Candelabra Workshop
Booking via trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=841817&
Sunday, 19 December Workshops
11am – 12:30pm: Mirjana Dobson – Kurinuki ceramic tea set Workshop
Booking via trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=842691&
1:30 – 3:00pm: Mirjana Dobson – Kurinuki ceramic tea set Workshop
Booking via trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=842691&
4:00 – 5:30pm: Sam – Candelabra Workshop
Booking via trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=841817&
Entry to the festival is free, with exclusive offers available from market holders, and all-day weekend parking available from KPark (access via Playhouse Lane) for $4 flat rate.
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