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[ December 2, 2023; December 15, 2023 to December 16, 2023. December 22, 2023; ]
Festive Weekends in the City of Adelaide
Embrace the holiday spirit with a series of Festive Weekends in the heart of the city at Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga. Kicking off with the giant Christmas tree lighting on Saturday 18 November, other highlights include Christmas Wonderland, the Adelady Christmas Village and Christmas Wrap Party.
Festive Weekends Events:
• Christmas Wonderland – […]

[ November 6, 2023 to December 31, 2023. ]
Experience Adelaide’s Christmas Festival in the City of Adelaide!
The City of Adelaide is thrilled to invite you to celebrate Christmas in the city featuring a wide range of city-wide events, lively markets, enchanting Christmas decorations, and captivating live performances that will fill your heart with Christmas spirit.

Adelaide’s Christmas Tree Lighting – Saturday 18 November in […]

[ December 16, 2023 to December 24, 2023. December 26, 2023 to January 28, 2024. ]
Semaphore Summer Carnival is returning for another season of beachside fun on the foreshore during the Summer holidays.  
Held each year during the summer school holidays, the Semaphore Summer Carnival is an outdoor, open air, fun-filled outing for the whole family. Soak up some beachside fun on the foreshore with thrill rides and attractions, enjoy […]

[ February 10, 2024; ]
Beachside Food & Wine Festival 2024
The popular Beachside Food and Wine Festival will return to Rotary Park at Christies Beach in 2024. Choose from a fantastic selection of local wine, beer and spirits from across the region, whilst indulging in the variety of food on offer with stunning coastal views.
Entry is free to enjoy market […]

[ April 26, 2024 to April 28, 2024. ]
Marvel Universe Live is coming to Adelaide!
This live, action-packed show unites some of Marvel’s greatest Super Heroes including Spider-Man, The Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy and Doctor Strange for a legendary battle to defend the universe against some of the most threatening villains.
Be immersed in the Marvel Universe with cutting-edge special effects, aerial stunts […]

[ October 29, 2023; ]
AnimeGO! Japan Pop Culture Festival 2023
Celebrate the worldwide phenomenon of Japanese pop culture at the eighth edition of AnimeGO! Japan Pop Culture Festival, an annual showcase of everything cool and quirky about Japan.
As yakitori sizzles on the BBQ, arcade games flicker, and the scent of freshly fried karaage fills the air – you’ll find it […]

[ November 1, 2023 to November 29, 2023. ]
The 2023 Cunard British Film Festival returns to cinemas in Adelaide this November.
The program includes a large selection of films from the British Isles that will be screened at Palace Nova Eastend Cinemas in the city and Palace Nova Prospect Cinemas. This year’s line-up boasts an array of dramas, comedies, true stories and documentaries, featuring […]

[ December 9, 2023 to December 23, 2023. ]
The Lights of Lobethal Festival presented by the RAA.
Created by the community of Lobethal in the Adelaide Hills, this much loved Christmas festival has been lighting up the Lobethal Valley for over sixty years.  

Please keep an eye on the Lights of Lobethal Facebook page for regular updates in regards to any weather related event […]

[ December 14, 2023 to December 17, 2023. ]
Experience authentic Asian street food and cultures in a tropical ambience right in the heart of Adelaide at the Asia Street Food Festival.
Asia Street Food Festival is a four-day experience right in the heart of Adelaide that goes beyond just Asian food, but a proud celebration through authentic Asian culinary dishes and cultural performances, all […]

[ March 8, 2024 to March 11, 2024. ]
WOMADelaide 2024 – The World’s Festival
WOMADelaide – World Of Music Arts & Dance – will return in 2024 to the City of Adelaide’s Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla for 4 days over the March long weekend.
The Worlds Festival, an internationally acclaimed event, is a truly unique part of the Australian festival landscape, showcasing the best, the essential – and […]

[ November 6, 2023 to November 12, 2023. ]
Odyssey Greek Festival 2023
The annual Hellenic Cultural Festival Odyssey celebrates its 16th year, as the Greek Orthodox Community of SA(GOCSA) presents a series of exciting arts and cultural events.
The Odyssey Festival theme for 2023 is ‘Flavours of Greece’. Event goers are invited to gather together to savour a spread of events. Dig in to cooking […]

[ October 29, 2023; ]
The Callington Show celebrates 20 years in 2023.
The Callington Show is known for its friendly, family activities, many of which are free. There are a wide range demonstrations, entertainers, food stalls, trade stalls and displays spread out over the two ovals and in the Show Hall, suitable for ages young and old.

You can also join […]

[ January 25, 2024; January 27, 2024 to January 28, 2024. ]
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family.
Grab your compass and join their intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus […]

[ October 5, 2023; October 12, 2023; ]
Family Fun at the Marion Cultural Centre during the October School Holidays.
The Marion Cultural Centre is holding two family friendly shows for kids during the October school holidays – Funny Farmers Get MOOving and Silly Song Circus.  Suitable for kids aged 3-8 years, Funny Farmers Get MOOving features live music, puppets and comedy skits while Silly Song […]

[ October 7, 2023 to October 8, 2023. ]
Port Elliot Show – Celebrating their 143rd show in 2023.
This traditional agricultural show provides a showcase for rural activity, giving local agriculturalists a chance to meet and exchange views, as well as giving suburban residents a place to learn about local agriculture and have a wonderful family day out. 
On the Saturday, this year’s show will […]

[ October 28, 2023; ]
Sea to Shore Glenelg Seafood Festival
Experience South Australia’s finest seafood with the return of the Sea to Shore Glenelg Seafood Festival in October.

The foreshore will become a hub for the senses where guests can indulge in a range of delicious, fresh seafood dishes curated by South Australian chefs, paired with local wines and gins while […]

[ September 8, 2023 to September 17, 2023. September 21, 2023 to September 24, 2023. September 29, 2023 to October 15, 2023. October 19, 2023; November 2, 2023 to November 5, 2023. ]
The Great Moscow Circus is back!
With an all new extreme show, The Great Moscow Circus features some of Australia’s top BMX and scooter riders, exciting trampoline performances, Russian swing and the world’s best dare devil motorcycle cage riders.  Expect to see breathtaking aerial performances and much more. 

The show will be in Port Lincoln from Friday […]

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is rollin’ into Adelaide in April 2024!
Experience the inspiring life story of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Featuring more than 20 of her iconic songs, including “Simply the Best”, “River Deep – Mountain High” and “Proud Mary”, […]

[ January 12, 2024 to January 13, 2024. ]
Alice in Wonderland – Live on Stage
Experience Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic live on stage at the Her Majesty’s Theatre this January. The internationally acclaimed theatrical masterpiece Alice in Wonderland is coming to Adelaide during the summer school holidays.  Don’t be late for these very important dates, or you will miss your chance to tumble down […]

[ November 18, 2023 to November 19, 2023. ]
Cheese Food & Wine 2023
The most snackable weekend of the year heads to Rundle Park/Kadlitpina with a melting pot of cheesemakers, great food, drinks and dancing this November.
CheeseFest is South Australia’s longest running and widely loved annual cheese-focussed culinary festival.

Established in 2005 by festival director Kris Lloyd AM, CheeseFest was created to showcase South Australia’s […]

Tarnanthi Festival 2023
One of Australia’s most loved and celebrated singer-songwriters, Arrernte/Gurindji man Dan Sultan will kick off the opening weekend celebration of Tarnanthi, the Art Gallery of South Australia’s festival of contemporary Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art in 2023.
Acclaimed as Australia’s leading First Nations art festival, Tarnanthi this year comprises exhibitions at AGSA; a […]

[ October 18, 2023 to October 29, 2023. ]
Adelaide Film Festival is back with local and international film premieres, visual art, parties, forums and experiences happening across Adelaide this October.
Adelaide Film Festival (AFF) is South Australia’s premier screen event and one of Australia’s leading film festivals. It’s a celebration of courageous cinema where filmmakers and audiences come together for two weeks of local and […]

[ October 19, 2023 to October 22, 2023. ]
Moon Lantern Trail 2023
The Moon Lantern Trail is a free, colourful, family friendly outdoor event featuring spectacular giant lanterns, roving performances and live music. This OzAsia Festival family favourite event returns for its third year to Tarntanya Wama/Pinky Flat from 19 – 22 October 2023.
The Moon Lantern Trail is an exciting celebration of Mid-Autumn Festival […]

[ October 19, 2023 to October 22, 2023. October 24, 2023 to October 29, 2023. October 31, 2023; ]
Lucky Dumpling Market 2023 in Adelaide’s Elder Park 
The Lucky Dumpling Market returns to Adelaide’s Elder Park as part of OzAsia Festival 2023. This popular spring festival hub is back, with delicious food, free entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Indulge your senses at OzAsia Festival’s Lucky Dumpling Market with the sights, sounds, tastes and […]

[ November 10, 2023 to November 19, 2023. ]
Adelaide Italian Festival 2023
Celebrate Italy’s world-class food and wine, art, culture and traditions.
Returning again this year, the Adelaide Italian Festival invites all South Australians to immerse themselves in Italian culture for a full ten days. Running from 10-19 November 2023, there will be an array of Italian events on offer. 

The first Italian Festival in Adelaide […]

[ October 19, 2023 to November 5, 2023. ]
OzAsia Festival 2023
OzAsia Festival returns with a jam-packed program with something for the whole family! For three weeks in October and November, OzAsia Festival brings the Adelaide Riverbank Precinct to life with music, dance, theatre, food, and fun.
With both free and ticketed events, food markets, art exhibitions and interactive, family-friendly experiences, OzAsia Festival is the biggest […]

FREE things for Families to do at The Royal Adelaide Show
You can find plenty of fun and exciting things to do for FREE at the Royal Adelaide Show that will keep the kids happy and entertained. There are free action-packed shows, interactive displays, animals to see, fireworks and much more all included with your entry […]

[ November 5, 2023; ]
Uraidla Show 2023
The Uraidla Show is a family friendly event and a highlight of the local calendar. Fireworks are returning in 2023 along with traditional show favourites such as amusement rides, livestock display paddock, and displays including the famous Trebuchet, log chopping, whip cracking and sheep shearing.
Highlights:

Amusement Rides
Kids Entertainment Zone
Australian Army Defence […]

[ October 28, 2023; ]
166th Kapunda & Light Agricultural Show
The Kapunda & Light Agricultural Show is on again in 2023 on the last weekend in October.
It will be a fun filled day of competitions, entertainment and tasty treats for the whole family.  There is plenty to do for all ages including entertainment such as rides and musicians, stalls, displays […]

ZOOOM by Patch Theatre | Review
Review by Jo Parkinson
Patch Theatre presents ‘ZOOOM’, a story of a lost star, and the journey to help it find its way home.
ZOOOM provokes a sense of wonder, illuminates imaginations and awakens the inner child in all of us.

The Show
After 11 weeks touring sell-out shows in the USA and Canada, […]