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FIND OUT WHAT'S ON IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

South Australia loves a party and our world-class events are our way of showcasing our exceptional food, wine, sport, art and boutique capital. In the space of a few months each year, Adelaide becomes host to some of the best events including Adelaide Fringe, Adelaide Festival, WOMADelaide, Santos Tour Down Under and LIV Golf Adelaide. We're also home to AFL Gather Round, Tasting Australia, and the winter festival lighting up the city, Illuminate Adelaide. The party doesn’t stop in Adelaide though. Our regions will find any excuse for a celebration, with regional events and festivals showing-off the best of our state's food, wine, fashion, art and design all year round. There is always something on in South Australia, so keep busy this month with our calendar of events. 

South Australia's Ultimate Events

Don't know which show to book, what dates to plan for or what events the locals are talking about? We have you covered with these handy guides. Each list - curated for our major festivals and events each year - are like an insider's cheat-sheet to the must book shows, unmissable installations and yearly crowd favourites.

Events to plan ahead for

Planning a trip to South Australia? Why not make the most of it with an event or festival. From international sporting events to live music festivals featuring artists from around the world. Plan ahead and get your tickets before they sell out!

Major events

With a year-long calendar full of events, these are the ones you don't want to miss. Think month-long food and wine events, comedy festivals and art exhibitions from around the country.

Events in Adelaide

Explore Adelaide's vibrant cultural scene, featuring a diverse range of events year-round. From arts festivals to culinary experiences, there's something for everyone. Immerse yourself in local performances and unique exhibitions, making Adelaide a must-visit destination.

Unmissable events in South Australia

South Australia is the festival state, and with good reason. Go off the beaten track and discover some of the unmissable events in regional South Australia.

Regional Events Calendar

From summer shores to winter feasts, regional festivals invite you to celebrate everything South Australian. Watch whales in Victor Harbor, sip vintage reds of the Barossa or the Adelaide Hills, feel the thrill at The Bend, and wander among spring blossoms in the Fleurieu and beyond. Each season brings a new reason to connect—with place, produce, and people—through shared stories and simple pleasures. This is your invitation to mark the calendar—one regional getaway at a time.

  • Tuna Toss at Tunarama: a young lady is throwing a 10kg frozen tuna as far as she can in Port Lincoln.
    Tunarama

    Tunarama, Eyre Peninsula - January

    On Port Lincoln’s foreshore, seafood sizzles, music drifts, and tuna flies—where locals and visitors gather to share stories, flavours, and the spirit of the sea.

  • Two people in vintage attire stand on a wooden platform at an outdoor vintage market, surrounded by crates of produce and flowers, hosting a lively auction event.
    Barossa Vintage Festival

    Barossa Vintage Festival - April

    Barossa’s wine heritage flows through cellar doors and village streets—where laughter lingers, stories unfold, and creativity fills the air in a celebration of community and craft.

  • A women drinking a glass of white wine looking at a aman and someone else in the corner of the photo holding glasses of white wine.
    Clare valley gourmet week

    Clare Valley Gourmet Week - May

    Rolling vineyards, soulful wines, and long lunches invite you to slow down, savour local flavours, and celebrate Clare Valley’s rich food and wine culture together.

  • A wine barrel on fire in the middle of a group of people enjoying glasses of wine
    Gutsy

    Gutsy, Kangaroo Island - June

    Bold local producers, fireside feasts, fine wine, and immersive winter experiences come together across Kangaroo Island’s stunning venues during this uniquely spirited winter festival.

  • A couple looking very small watching the immensity of the Outback's landscape painted with red sand.
    Coober Peddy Opal Festival

    Coober Peddy Opal Festival, Flinders Ranges & Outback - June

    Opal heritage shines bright in Coober Pedy’s biggest celebration—where underground culture, desert charm, and heartfelt community moments create unforgettable simple pleasures.

  • A group of visitors crunching almonds with a small hammer on a small tree trunk.
    Willunga Almond Blossom Festival

    Willunga Almond Blossom Festival, Fleurieu Peninsula - July

    Blossoms bloom, almonds crack, and community spirit thrives—this heartfelt festival celebrates Willunga’s rich almond-growing heritage through food, music, and joyful small-town moments.

  • Guests sitting on each side of the table, eating and enjoying winter red vines, with lightful candles in the center of the table.
    Winter reds

    Winter Reds, Adelaide Hills - July

    Crackling fires, soulful reds, and hearty feasts—this cosy celebration of cool-climate wine invites you to slow down, savour the winter season, and share warm moments together.

  • A man guiding visitors through the observation of the whale on Granite Island.
    Winter Whale Fest

    Winter Whale Fest, Fleurieu Peninsula - July

    Each winter, coastal communities come alive with whales, art, science, and story—this month-long festival blends marine wonder with culture, creativity, and shared discovery in Victor Harbor.

  • Fleurieu Food Festival
    Fleurieu Food Festival

    Fleurieu Food Festival - August

    A month of flavour, warmth, and connection—this festival celebrates local produce, passionate makers, and shared moments through long lunches, hands-on feasts, and soulful culinary experiences.

  • Kids outdoors on grass creating vibrant tie-dye patterns, with gloved hands working on crumpled fabric dyed in bright reds, blues, greens, and purples
    Grounded YP Art Festival

    Grounded Art Festival, Yorke Peninsula - August

    Grounded is a biennial coastal arts festival where light, fire, and storytelling unite—connecting community, culture, and creativity across the Yorke Peninsula through shared experiences.

  • The Bend, Murray River Lakes and Coorong
    The Bend, Murray River Lakes and Coorong

    The Bend, Murray River Lakes & Coorong - September

    Spring ignites The Bend with roaring engines, country tunes, and festival energy—where adrenaline, celebration, and shared moments create a vibrant escape in South Australia’s heartland.

  • A table dressed with a plate of slow cooked lamb shank and veggies, a glass and bottle of red wine, sitting on a white table cloth.
    Clare valley festival of the lamb

    Clare Valley Festival of the Lamb - September

    From paddock to plate, this springtime celebration blends lamb, wine, wool, and community—where shared meals, craft, and culture honour the region’s rich pastoral traditions.

  • Person standing on grass at night, surrounded by colorful illuminated trees and mist, holding greenery and a smoking object in a dramatic, nature-inspired scene.
    Nature Festival, South Australia

    Nature Festival of South Australia - September

    Rooted in Adelaide with events statewide, this festival invites all to reconnect with nature through art, walks, talks, and joyful moments that nourish the soul.

  • Oysters are being dressed for the Oysterfest Ceduna with red caviar.
    Oysterfest Ceduna

    Oysterfest Ceduna, Eyre Peninsula - October

    Australia’s oyster capital celebrates community, coastline, and culture—where fresh shucks, local pride, and laid-back joy create a festival full of flavour and simple pleasures.

  • A singer wearing a pink dress cheering the crowd hands up, from the stage of the Handpicked festival.
    Handpicked Festival

    Handpicked Festival, Fleurieu Peninsula - November

    Handpicked blends live music, local wine, and laid-back vibes into a springtime celebration of creativity, connection, and the joy of beautifully curated, feel-good moments.

  • A wooden table set for wine tasting, featuring four glasses of red wine and small bowls of assorted appetizers on a serving board, with hands mid-pour.
    Grenache and Gourmet festival

    Grenache & Gourmet Festival, Fleurieu Perninsula - October

    Another springtime celebration of Grenache, flavour, and flair—where curated tastings, shared stories, and laid-back gatherings invite you to savour every sip and soulful bite.

  • A vibrant park scene with blooming roses in the foreground, a red-roofed gazebo hosting a speaker, and market stalls surrounded by people under shady trees.
    Riverland Rose and Garden festival

    Riverland Rose & Garden Festival - October

    Ten days of blooming gardens, floral art, and community charm—this springtime festival invites all to wander, create, and enjoy the beauty of life in full colour.

  • Anlaby Spring Festival
    Anlaby Spring Festival

    Anlaby Spring Festival, Barossa - October

    A seasonal festival where heritage, gardens, and creativity bloom—immersing visitors in shared experiences of culture, history, and beauty at South Australia's oldest merino stud.

  • Four people raising glasses of red wine in a toast under a blue sky with blooming trees—capturing a joyful outdoor moment of celebration and connection.
    Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Wine Festival

    Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Wine Festival, Limestone Coast - October

    Spring unfolds in Coonawarra—where cabernet flows, stories swirl in cellars, and every sip invites connection, discovery, and the warmth of country hospitality.

  • Bay to Birdwood in the Hills
    Bay to Birdwood in the Hills

    Bay to Birdwood in the Hills, Adelaide Hills - October

    Engines hum through the Hills as vintage vehicles parade past cheering crowds—where stories roll, eras collide, and South Australia’s motoring spirit takes centre stage.

  • A colourful collage of performers in front of a hot pink and rainbow background.
    FEAST Festival

    Feast Festival, South Australia - November

    Queer creativity bursts from Adelaide’s streets to regional stages—where drag, dance, and storytelling spark connection, pride, and joy across South Australia’s vibrant communities.

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