Adelaide Metro offers free bus rides during Christmas Pageant
Adelaide Metro is spreading festive cheer by offering free travel on buses, trains, and trams from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 8. The initiative aims to help families attend the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant with ease and comfort.
The free ride program returns for 2025, making it simpler for thousands of South Australians to take part in the state’s most cherished annual celebration. Last year, the southern hemisphere’s largest street parade drew more than 300,000 spectators.
Extra Services and Safety Measures
- Additional bus and train services will run throughout the morning for expected large crowds.
- Substitute buses will operate along the Glenelg tram corridor due to ongoing upgrade works.
- Temporary road closures and bus stop changes will apply across the CBD to maintain safety.
Adelaide Metro Statement
“Adelaide Metro is so pleased to provide free public transport to help children and families get to the city for the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant,” said Adelaide Metro spokesperson Michelle Spagnoletti. “We’ll have additional services running on the day, so hop on board and leave the car at home.”
According to Adelaide Metro, the initiative is designed to help families enjoy the event together without worrying about driving or parking hassles.
Author’s Summary
Adelaide Metro’s 2025 free holiday transit helps families travel safely and conveniently to the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, supporting a long-standing South Australian tradition.