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WELCOME TO SOUTH AUSTRALIA EVENTS CALENDAR

JULY 2021 | AND BEYONDAs at 20 July 2021

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JULY 2021

The Winter Village AdelaideNow on – 5 September 2021Outdoor magical winter wonderland with ice skating, snow, bars and kitchen, and an igloo village.Adelaide

Illuminate Adelaide in Mount Gambier: Digital Garden9 Jun – 4 July 2021Come take a walk through Cave Gardens, transformed into a Winter Wonderland.Sponsored Event, Limestone Coast

Tasting Australia Winter Series Presented by RAA Travel1 -31 July 2021Highlighting, promoting and featuring South Australian eating and drinking events and venues over Winter.Adelaide

Hi-Tec Drifting Australia 20213 – 4 July 2021Hi-Tec Drifting Australia will visit The Bend featuring the best of the best drifters all over Australia.Murray River, Lakes & Coorong

Adelaide Guitar Festival4 – 25 July 2021Get out and explore live guitar music with a series of free and ticketed gigs across the state.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Cellar Door Fest Winter Edit 20219 – 10 July 2021Sample the State's hottest wines, food and spirits while listening to a stellar line-up of local music.Adelaide

Adelaide Festival of Ideas15 – 18 July 2021The Festival is back to illuminate the challenges and opportunities of our time.Adelaide

Umbrella Festival 16 July – 18 August 2021Open access live music festival with everything from punk to folk, in venues across Adelaide and the CBD.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Archie Roach – Tell Me Why3 July 2021Beloved singer and storyteller Archie Roach AM, embarks on his last Australian tour - Her Majesty’s Theatre.Adelaide

Illuminate Adelaide16 July – 1 August 2021A new major event for Adelaide – a celebration of innovation, art, technology and light.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Winter Reds Weekend23 – 25 July 2021Get out this winter with over 30 wineries offering sumptuous events day and night.Sponsored Event, Adelaide Hills

Beer & BBQ FestivalEvent Postponed 23 – 25 July 2021A unique hybrid event bringing together a love of Beer, BBQ and Beats.Adelaide

The Avalanches: Since I Left You, Live with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra30 July 202121 years after its release the Avalanches have teamed up with the ASO to bring their seminal album to life.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

MAAD31 July 2021Taking over your favourite venues, galleries and laneways, featuring a closing DJ set from The AvalanchesAdelaide

Illuminate Adelaide

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The Umbrella Festival

AUGUST 2021

Van Gogh Alive

Now on – 1 August 2021

The life and legacy of Vincent Van Gogh comes leaping off the canvas in this multi-sensory tribute to one of Western art’s greatest names.

Adelaide

A Little More Barossa… food and wine festival

1 – 31 August 2021

Ignite your senses as you uncover new experiences, new tastes and new flavours during a month-long celebration and showcase of Barossa’s wine and food.

Sponsored Event, Barossa

Illuminate Adelaide

Now on – 1 August 2021

A new major event for Adelaide – a celebration of innovation, art, technology and light.

Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Australian Independent Records (AIR) Awards

5 August 2021

The Australian Independent Record Labels Association returns to Adelaide, the UNESCO City of Music, to celebrate the success of the Australian Independent music sector.

Sponsored Event, Adelaide

South Australian Living Artists Festival

Now on – 31 August 2021

A state-wide art festival with over 3,000 artists!

Sponsored Event, Adelaide & Regions

Umbrella Festival

Now On – 18 August 2021

Open access live music festival with everything from punk to folk, in venues across Adelaide and the CBD.

Sponsored Event, Adelaide

The Winter Village AdelaideNow on – 5 September 2021Outdoor magical winter wonderland with ice skating, snow, bars and kitchen, and an igloo village.Adelaide

Sooshi Mango – Off the Boat

7 August 2021

The Melbourne boys, who have taken the internet and the world by storm, are bringing their all-new two-hour show comprising of trademark skits and hilarious musical numbers.

Adelaide

Illuminate Adelaide presents Tumby Bay

13 – 21 August 2021

Tumby Bay will be transformed through immersive experiences and lighting.

Sponsored Event, Eyre Peninsula

Australian National Cross Country Championships

20 – 23 August 2021

Estimated 3000 attendees over 3 days.

Adelaide

Adelaide Marathon Festival 2021

22 August 2021

The first large state marathon on the Australian calendar for 2021.

Adelaide

OFFICIAL The Bend Classic

SEPTEMBER 2021

The Winter Village AdelaideNow on – 5 September 2021Outdoor magical winter wonderland.Adelaide

6/18 Hours Melrose3 – 4 September 2021Endurance mountain biking in the beautiful Melrose.Flinders Ranges

The Bend Classic 20214 – 5 September 2021Featuring an eclectic mix of historic and significant vehicle The Bend Classic returns to The Bend.Murray River, Lakes & Coorong

The Royal Adelaide Show4 – 12 September 2021Carnival & showbags, agriculture & exhibitions.Adelaide

Wildroo Ultra Marathon powered by Kangaroo Island Oats10 September 2021Offers 30/60km racing across Kangaroo Island.Kangaroo Island

Auburn Frenchfest 202110 – 12 September 2021A weekend of French culture in Auburn.Clare Valley

A celebration of seafood @ Streaky Bay11-12 September 2021Six fabulous locations, six renown chefs, and an abundance of freshly caught seafood with matching exquisite wines.Eyre Peninsula

Illuminate Adelaide in Renmark: In Depth16 September – 9 October 2021Tumby Bay will be transformed through immersive experiences and lighting.Sponsored Event, Riverland

Lumary City-Bay Fun Run 2021 19 September 2021Choose from 3/6/12/21km distances. Part of the Athletics Australia Australian Road Running Championships.Adelaide

Clare Valley Festival of the Lamb22-26 September 2021Spring equinox festival which combines the first buds of the vines and the premier time for new-season lamb.Clare Valley

Nature Festival25 September – 4 October 2021Outdoor adventure, nature discovery, regional culinary experiences, aquatic activities and community forums.Fleurieu Peninsula

Beer & BBQ FestivalNew Event Date 24 – 26 September 2021A unique hybrid event bringing together a love of Beer, BBQ and Beats.Adelaide

Australian Superbike Championship24 – 26 September 2021Superbike racing returns to The Bend.Murray River, Lakes & Coorong

Bay to Birdwood26 September 2021A historic vehicle run featuring classic and early modern vehicles.Adelaide Hills

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OCTOBER 2021

Illuminate Adelaide in Renmark: In DepthNow on – 9 October 2021Tumby Bay will be transformed through immersive experiences and lighting.Sponsored Event, Riverland

Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations1 – 31 October 2021Over 200 events showcasing and celebrating the wine region’s beautiful signature red wine.Limestone Coast

Oysterfest Ceduna2 – 4 October 2021Eyre Peninsula’s premier food and wine festival also celebrating unique West Coast lifestyle.Eyre Peninsula

Festival of Motorcycling2 – 9 October 2021Rides visiting the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula, Barossa Valley, Murray Lands & Lower North.Adelaide

Kangaroo Island Wildlife Carnival3 October 2021Celebration of KI’s native wildlife told through the voices of strong women in science and the arts.Kangaroo Island

Shannon’s Nationals Motorsport Australia Championship15 – 17 October 2021Round 6 of the Shannon's Motorsport Australia Championship returns to The Bend in 2021.Murray River, Lakes & Coorong

2021 Pines Enduro15 – 17 October 2021ARB Australian Off Road Racing Championship.Limestone Coast

Riverland Rose and Garden Festival 15 – 24 October 2021Celebrating gardens, community and region.Riverland

Tarnanthi at AGSA15 October 2021 – 30 January 2022Celebration of contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.Adelaide

OzAsia Festival 202121 October – 7 November 2021Showcases the best theatre, dance, music, visual arts, literature, film, food and cultural events from across Asia.Adelaide

Aunty Donna21 October 2021Sketch comedy comes to Thebarton Theatre with the crew from Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun. Adelaide

Oz Asia Festival

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OCTOBER 2021

Kasey Chambers & Busby Marou22 October 2021Barricade Tour at Thebarton TheatreAdelaide

Hannah Gadsby23 October 2021New live show – Body of Work at Thebarton Theatre.Adelaide

Riverland Wine and Food Festival 22 – 24 October 2021Enjoy local wine, beer, cider, sangria and delicious food in a unique environment on the Berri Riverbank.Riverland

Cheesefest- Gather & Graze 2021

23 – 24 October 2020

CheeseFest is back in Rymill Park with more than 100 stalls – and Gary Mehigan on the demo stage.

Adelaide

Lucky Dumpling Market

21 October – 7 November 2021

Dumplings, noodles, bao, buns and curry -taste the flavours of Asia at Lucky Dumpling Market.

Adelaide

Robe Beer Fest & Homebrew Competition23 October 2021The Robe Institute and Foreshore lawns hosts the event with great craft beer, great local bands, food & wine.Limestone Coast

Bridgestone World Solar Virtual Challenge26 – 30 October 2021Inviting teams to test their solar cars and be recognised for the skill and dedication required to build them.ESA Owned and Managed Event, Adelaide

Cleve Music Festival30 October 2021Spring equinox festival which combines the first buds of the vines and the premier time for new-season lamb.Clare Valley

Vegan Festival Adelaide30 – 31 October 2021Live performances, keynote speakers, cooking demonstrations and more than 70 exhibitor stalls.Adelaide

Bridgestone World Solar Challenge

OFFICIAL National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant

NOVEMBER 2021 |AND BEYOND

Feast Festival

6 – 28 November 2021

Celebrating pride and diversity for the state’s only queer arts and cultural festival.

Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Guns N Roses 9 November 2021Guns N Roses return to Australia with a larger-than-life stadium tour at Adelaide Oval.Adelaide

Handpicked FestivalEvent Cancelled 13 November 2021Great tunes, food and wine in Langhorne Creek.

Fleurieu Peninsula

National Pharmacies Christmas PageantNovember 2021Embrace the spirit of Christmas with the spectacular Christmas Pageant through the heart of the city.ESA Owned & Managed Event, Adelaide

Australian International 3 Day Event18 - 21 November 2021Australia’s premier equestrian event.

Adelaide

New Shoots Music Festival20 November 2021Debuting in 2021 with Spiderbait, Killing Heidi, Angie McMahon and more at Penneshaw Oval.

Kangaroo Island

Bowerbird26 – 28 November 2021Bringing together products by 150+ innovative and independent Australian designers.Adelaide

Festival of Orchestra24 November – 4 December 2021The music of your life over six magical nights under the stars at Adelaide Showground.Adelaide

Rodeo by the Sea27 November 2021The Rodeo is held at Streaky Bay Racecourse.Sponsored Event, Eyre Peninsula

Guy Sebastian

24 November 2021

Guy Sebastian brings his national T.R.U.T.H. tour to Adelaide.

Adelaide

Tame Impala

15 December 2021

Legendary psych-rock phenomenon TAME IMPALA embark on their biggest ever tour of Australia.

Adelaide

Men’s Vodafone Ashes Series

16-20 December 2021

Australia and England face off in the second Test of the Vodafone Ashes Series at Adelaide Oval.

Adelaide

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2022 AND BEYOND

World Cup Cricket at Adelaide Oval Commonwealth Bank Women’s Ashes T20I 10 February 2022Australia v England in the third T20I at Adelaide Oval.Adelaide

Fleurieu Film Festival12 February 2022A competitive short film festival for emerging filmmakers.Fleurieu Peninsula

Commonwealth Bank Ashes Series | 1st ODI13 February 2022Australia v England in the first ODI.Adelaide

Kangaroo Island Cup Carnival17 - 19 February 2022Horse racing featuring the Dudley Wines KI Cup.Kangaroo Island

Adelaide Fringe 18 February – 20 March 2022Southern hemisphere’s largest and Australia’s biggest open access arts festival! Adelaide

Dettol Men’s T20I Series18 February 2022Australia v Sri Lanka in the T20 International Series. Adelaide

2022 Tatiara South Australian Masters Games 7 – 11 April 2022Tatiara hosts the annual SA Masters Games. Yorke Peninsula

Yorke Peninsula’s Saltwater Classic2 – 3 April 2022For admirers of wooden and classic boats that have been faithfully restored.Yorke Peninsula

Kangaroo Island Marathon Running Festival21 May 2022Marathon events held in Flinders Chase National Park. Kangaroo Island

Archie 1009 July – 3 October 2022For the 100th anniversary of the Archibald Prize exploring the history of Australia’s most prestigious portrait award.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Moving Portraits by Robert Wilson9 July – 3 October 2022Wilson's extraordinary video portraits –ranging from celebrities to poets to dancers and ordinary people.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

ICC Men’s T20 World CupOctober - November 2022Adelaide Oval hosts the ICC T20 World Cup.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Handpicked Festival12 November 2022Great tunes, food and wine in Langhorne Creek. Fleurieu Peninsula

NRL State of OriginJune 2023State of Origin series comes to Adelaide for the second time. Sponsored Event, Adelaide

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023July – August 2023Adelaide will host games as part of the FIFA WWC2023! Sponsored Event, Adelaide

Australian Masters Games 2023October 2023More than 9000 athletes competing across more than 70 venues and 45 sports.Sponsored Event, Adelaide

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