See Father Christmas at David Jones, Rundle Mall Adelaide.
A visit to The Magic Cave is a special family tradition for many South Australians each year. With twinkling lights, fun fair amusements and Christmas carols playing, its a place to create childhood memories to cherish for a lifetime.
The Magic Cave and will open on Saturday 4 November 2023, the same day as the National Pharmacies Adelaide Christmas Pageant.
David Jones offer a premium Santa photo experience with their magical Christmas sets and real-life Santas. All bookings will receive their photo in a custom designed David Jones frame and each child will receive a special reindeer antler headband from Santa himself.
Sensitive Santa for children with sensory needs and Pawtraits (pet photography) is also available.
Situated up on the second floor, The Magic Cave features the enchantment of years gone by with old favourites such as the vintage carousel, funhouse mirrors, fairy-tale creatures, and animated displays to delight everyone. The Magic Cave is well worth a visit, but all visits need to be booked and paid for with photography.
Photos with Santa at The Magic Cave
Photo package pricing starts at $24.95 (+booking fee). Bookings are essential and are open now. Only 1 family permitted per booking.
History of the ‘Magic Cave’
The ‘Magic Cave’ itself appeared even before the first Pageant was held – opening its doors in 1896 in the basement of John Martin’s. Initially, it was a place where people could find some cool relief from the warm December days. Unfortunately, when the store burnt down in 1901, locals had to wait until 1905 before a new ‘Magic Cave’ was opened. In 1998, John Martin’s Rundle Mall store closed and the ‘Magic Cave’ was moved to David Jones. (Source: City of Adelaide – Pageant Past & Present)
While you’re in Rundle Mall, you could also check out the Myer’s Santaland and be sure to walk by the Rundle Mall Christmas windows.
For more information and all enquiries please visit the David Jones website.
What: The Magic Cave at David Jones, Adelaide
When: Saturday 4 November – Sunday 24 December 2023
Where: Level 2, David Jones | Adelaide Central Plaza, Rundle Mall, Adelaide (store hours)
Who: Everyone
At Play & Go Adelaide we make every effort to provide accurate information to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We recommend confirming times, dates and details directly before making any plans as details may be subject to change.
Image Source: Top image by David Jones / all Magic Cave photos by Play & Go Adelaide from our previous visits
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