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8 December 2007 - 28 January 2008
The development site by the Lighthouse in Black Diamond Square, Port Adelaide has been transformed, with master sculptors meticulously carving 1,500 tonnes of sand into enormous, yet intricately detailed sculptures. As you enter the exhibition, you will be delighted by the scenes of children excitedly unwrapping their presents on Christmas day. A book that a small child is being read contains tales of creatures that died out long ago. Or did they…?
A team of 12 creative and very talented artists from Australia and around the World worked together for nearly 2 weeks to carve the sand to ‘life’. The result will be an exhibition of awe-inspiring and extraordinary sculptures.
Integrated with the sand sculptures is a range of activities to keep the whole family entertained.
- Sand Sculpting Activity Passport
- Sand Workshops
- Tours conducted by our resident sculptor
- Beach Zone
During school holidays and on weekends and public holidays, there will be many more activities available. Keep an eye on this site for further updates.
Please note that this event is family oriented and child friendly, therefore it is a smoke free venue and alcohol is not permitted. Likewise, dogs are not permitted within the exhibition (guide dogs, hearing guide dogs and guide dogs in training excepted).
Location
Next to the Lighthouse, Black Diamond Square,
End of Commercial Road, Port Adelaide, South Australia.
UBD Reference: 91 Q7
Dates and Times
Saturday, 8 December, 2007 until Monday, 28 January, 2008
Open hours (subject to weather and private evening functions):
Sunday to Thursday 11.00 am to 6.30 pm
Friday & Saturday 11.00 am to 8.30 pm
Holidays* all week 11.00 am to 8.30 pm
* School holidays and all public holidays (excluding Christmas Day)
Ticket Prices
All-day entry into Sand Sculpting exhibition, Workshop area and Beach Zone plus Sand Activities Passport.
Adults $ 9.50
Concession $ 7.50
Children (4 to 12) $ 6.50
Children (under 4) Free
Family (2 adults & 2 children) $28.00
Family (2 adults & 3 children) $31.00
Groups of 20 or more $ 5.00 each
Upgrades – Available for children on weekends, school holidays and public holidays. This upgrade includes all day entry into Sand Sculpting exhibition, Sand Workshop area and Sand Activities Passport as above, plus Activity Zone, Face Painting, Mini Golf and access to rides. (Discounted ride tickets are available for purchase at the event. Please see the ticket box at the event for further information.)
Getting There
By Car
Routes
- From Adelaide via Port Road (Route 7)
- From Glenelg via Tapleys Hill Road (Route A15) or Military Road
- From northern suburbs via Port River Expressway
Parking
Port Adelaide has on-street parking and car parks at the following locations:
- Public car park, Nile Street
- Fishermen’s Wharf Market Car Park, North Parade (fee applies)
- Port Mall Shopping Centre, Dale / Marryatt Street
- Dock 1 / Shed 5 area, Todd Street
- TAFE Campus, Mundy Street
Please check signs carefully when parking to avoid any violation of local by-laws.
By Public Transport
Rail
Trans Adelaide runs a rail service to from Adelaide City to Glanville and Outer Harbor which stops at Port Adelaide Station. The journey from the CBD to Port Adelaide takes approximately 20 minutes and the walk from the station to Black Diamond Square is approximately 700m and takes about 10 minutes.
For all timetable information contact Adelaide Metro on (08) 8210 1000 or visit www.adelaidemetro.com.au
Bus
Bus from Adelaide:
- Bus 151-153 – North Terrace (opposite Parliament House)
- Bus 118-118N – North Terrace (opposite Botanic Road)
- Bus T255 – Victoria Square East (Monday to Friday only)
For all timetable information contact Adelaide Metro on (08) 8210 1000 or visit www.adelaidemetro.com.au
For more information
For more information call the Port Adelaide Visitor Information Centre on (08) 8405 6560 during business hours or email admin@sandstormevents.com.au