2023 Mount Gambier Christmas Parade winners

The AAM Timber Mount Gambier Christmas Parade kicked off the festive season in Mount Gambier on Saturday 18 November 2023, with thousands of people lining Commercial Street for the event.

"We would like to thank the schools, businesses, community and sporting groups and the many volunteers who helped bring this magical event to life this year," City of Mount Gambier Community Events Officer Liana Golubic said.

"It was incredible to see the spirit and creativity of our community, sparking smiles and laughter from all watching along Commercial Street."

Entries competed for prizes judged on energy and engagement, creativity, and effort. Judges scored the floats in the various categories, with the following floats receiving awards. All prize money is donated by AAM Timber.

2023 Category Winners

MOST OUTSTANDING ENTRY - $750

Building our Lives on Jesus by St Martin's Lutheran College

BEST CHRISTMAS THEME - $500

The Joy of Christmas by Tenison Woods College

BEST SCHOOL ENTRY - $500

An Aussie Christmas by Compton Primary School

BEST CLUB OR COMMUNITY ORGANISATION ENTRY - $250

Winter Wonderland by Tonique Studio

OPEN CATEGORY - $250

An Aussie Truckin' Christmas by the Mt Gambier Truck Show

BEST THEMED BAND - $250

Creswick Brass Band

ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD - $250

A French Christmas by Mulga Street Primary School

BEST NON-CITY ENTRY - $250

The Mil Lel Christmas Minions by Mil Lel Primary School

BEST RECYCLED RESOURCES ENTRY - $250

What did you spy at the beach today? by Ocean Drifters Family Day Care

The livestream replay of the NF McDonnell and Sons Mount Gambier Christmas Parade is available to watch on the City of Mount Gambier website, Facebook page, or Youtube channel.

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