Festive at Flinders - Flinders University

Celebrate a sensational year and get Festive at Flinders.

Join us for an evening of fun, festivities and fantastic food for the entire family.

Be entertained by Aboriginal dance, song and storytelling group, Yellaka, followed by the uplifting sounds of the Tutti Arts Choir, and Jambu Loco bring the beats of Brazil to the stage before Adelaide icon Peter Combe gets the kids up and dancing. The evening wraps up with Ali McGregor’s JAZZAMATAZZ!, a jumpin’, jiving’ jazz show for all kids, young and old.

You’ll also enjoy a Christmas classic on the big screen, roving performers, Christmas markets featuring local producers and artisans, and tasty treats from a range of food trucks or one of Flinders’ many multi-cultural food outlets.

With free entry and hours of entertainment, don’t miss Festive at Flinders!

Event details

3.00pm - Movie: The Grinch (2018) and roving performances
4.35pm - Yellaka
4.50pm - Acknowledgment of country
5.00pm - Tutti Arts Choir
5.45pm - Jambu Loco
6.35pm - Peter Combe
7.25pm - Ali McGregor’s JAZZAMATAZZ!
8.05pm - Father Christmas

Note: Event program is subject to change

Festive at Flinders lineup

Ali McGregor’s JAZZAMATAZZ!

Award winning cabaret performer, Ali McGregor, started her career as a principal soprano with Opera Australia then ran away with the circus in the form of hit show La Clique (La Soiree). She is now one of the most in demand performers on the international festival circuit, and with songs like ‘Who let the dogs out?’ & ‘Single Ladies’ everybody will be ‘Shufflin’ to the be-bop beats & hep-cat treats.

Peter Combe

For over 30 years Peter Combe has captured the imagination of Australians young and old. With 3 ARIAS for Best Children’s Album and seven gold and two platinum CDs, Peter Combe is an icon of Australian children’s music. Did you know Mr Clicketty Cane (Wash Your Face in Orange Juice) has had over 3 million Facebook viewings?

Jambu Loco

It has been said that it’s impossible to feel unhappy when playing samba - it’s uplifting, high-energy, noise, seductive and addictive. Adelaide’s premier samba band, Jambu Loco is bringing the sound of the world famous Brazilian festival to Flinders. Come and enjoy the spectacular exhibition of Brazillian culture in collaboration with Sambatuka and dazzling samba dancers from Las Chicas Bomba.

Tutti Arts Choir

Open to disabled and non-disabled singers of any age, Tutti Choir is renowned for its uplifting performances. Founded by Tutti Artistic Director Pat Rix in 1997, Tutti Choir is currently led by Carol Young. The Tutti Choir regularly performs in Adelaide, around South Australia and interstate. Some members have also performed in Vancouver and Minneapolis, and mentored other inclusive choirs.

Yellaka

Yellaka is the fusion of ancient traditional and contemporary Aboriginal dance, song and storytelling, performed proudly and respectfully by its young Aboriginal members.

Fire, water, earth and wind elements are elaborately interwoven with stories of creation spirits from across this sacred land.

Food truck market

Devour a range of tasty treats in our food truck market that will keep the hunger at bay all night. We have a range of choices available, including vegan and vegetarian options.