Bastille Festival Adelaide | 28-31 May 2026

Bastille Festival is returning to Adelaide in May, transforming Festival Plaza into a vibrant celebration of French food, wine and culture.
After a standout debut, the festival is expanding to four days and nights, offering even more to explore, taste and experience. Step into France, right in the heart of Adelaide for a free festival for everyone to enjoy, discover and taste. From morning coffee and croissants to late-night wine and music, the festival evolves throughout the day just like in France.
Highlights include:
- French wine, champagne, mulled wine & more
- Raclette, crêpes, pastries and classic French dishes
- Explore different French regions each with its own atmosphere, décor and flavours
- 40+ free performances, live music & roaming artists
- Free Friday night cabaret
- Artisan markets, French-inspired products & local creators
At its core, Bastille Festival is about “la joie de vivre” the simple pleasure of sharing food, wine and good moments together

Opening Hours:
- Thursday 28 May 2026 | 4pm – 10pm
- Friday 29 May 2026 | 12pm – 11pm
- Saturday 30 May 2026 | 10am – 11pm
- Sunday 31 May 2026 | 10am – 9pm
Ticketed Experiences:
There will also be a variety of ticketed experiences, including food and wine tastings and an open air cinema. These can be booked online via their website here.

For more information and all enquiries please visit the Bastille Festival website or follow their Facebook page.
What: Bastille Festival
When: Thursday 28 May – Sunday 31 May 2026 (see opening times above)
Where: Festival Plaza | King William Street, Adelaide
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: Bastille Festival
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