Festival of Rice | Unley | 9 May 2026
A celebration of culture, community, and cuisine surrounding the world’s most loved ingredient: rice.
The streets of Unley will transform into a vibrant hub of flavour, culture and community for a culinary experience like no other during Tasting Australia 2026.
Festival of Rice is a vibrant cultural food and arts festival dedicated to the humble grain that unites billions of people across the globe. From traditional favourites to bold fusion dishes and specially curated offerings, this festival brings together Adelaide’s leading culinary pioneers to create a celebration of taste, culture and connection.
Step into a hawker-style street market, where the air is filled with the aroma of sizzling woks, steaming pots, and spices from across continents. This is more than a food festival – it’s a dynamic cultural event showcasing the incredible diversity of Adelaide through one simple yet essential ingredient.
Authentic Street Food Stalls
- Discover a curated selection of Adelaide’s most exciting chefs and vendors, serving rice-based and inspired dishes, desserts and drinks from across the globe. There will also be exciting selection of drinks including bubble tea, Japanese Saké, Korean Soju and Japanese Rice Beer.
Live Entertainment & Performances
- Enjoy a vibrant program of live music, dance, and cultural performances from local and interstate artists.
Cultural Markets
- Explore artisan goods, cooking ingredients, crafts and keepsakes that celebrate rich cultural traditions.
Free Workshops and Activities
- With something for all ages, Festival of Rice will have free workshops for all including origami, drumming, salsa dancing, fan making, taekwondo, bead making and henna. This event is a welcoming, inclusive space for families, friends, and communities to come together.
Entry to Festival of Rice is completely free to attend and open to all.
Festival of Rice has been selected as an official program in Tasting Australia.
For more information and all enquiries please visit the City of Unley website or follow their Facebook page for updates.
What: Festival of Rice
When: Saturday 9 May 2026 | 12pm – 10pm
Where: 51 Oxford Terrace, Unley
Who: Everyone
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Image Source: City of Unley
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