Carrick Hill's Christmas season begins on Wednesday (November 11), with a range of festive experiences on offer for visitors to enjoy.
The historic house will be filled with Christmas trees and handmade decorations, and there will be Adelaide Christmas Pageant memorabilia to enjoy, including beloved characters Nipper and Nimble.
The popular Christmas Mouse Hunt is returning for its third year, encouraging families to explore the property while searching for the mischievous mice.
Meet Nipper and Nimble
Carrick Hill's connection to the Adelaide Christmas Pageant dates back to 1933, when the event was created by the estate's former owner, Sir Edward 'Bill' Hayward.
Established during the Great Depression to lift community spirits, the Pageant has since become one of South Australia's most-loved festive traditions.
This year, visitors can discover that history through a collection of Pageant items on loan from the South Australian Tourism Commission's Pageant Warehouse and private lenders.
The items formed part of recent exhibition Meet me at Johnnies and include beloved Pageant characters Nipper and Nimble.
Families can book special visits with Nipper and Nimble, giving a new generation the opportunity to experience a piece of Pageant history firsthand.
Christmas Mouse Hunt
The Christmas Mouse Hunt returns for its third year, inviting families to follow a Pageant-themed trail through the decorated House Museum.
Visitors can search for mischievous mice hidden throughout the historic rooms, uncover Pageant-inspired clues and discover what surprises the mice have been getting up to along the way.
Those who solve the clues and complete the hunt will receive a special Christmas prize.
Pet friendly sessions with Father Christmas
New this year, Carrick Hill will welcome four-legged family members, with special pet-friendly Father Christmas sessions taking place in the gardens.
Set among the estate's picturesque grounds, the sessions give pets and their owners the opportunity to meet Father Christmas and capture their own festive photo together.
Chance for families to create memories together
Carrick Hill Director Heather Croall said the festive program combined nostalgia, history and opportunities for families to slow down and create new memories together.
"There is something magical about experiencing the festive season at Carrick Hill," Ms Croall said.
"For many visitors, it will bring a sense of nostalgia, memories of childhood Christmases, family traditions and the excitement of discovering something special.
"Whether it's searching for the Christmas mice, meeting Nipper and Nimble or visiting Father Christmas, we hope visitors experience the joy and nostalgia of the season and leave with memories they'll treasure for years to come."
Tickets are available through the Carrick Hill website .
