What’s On in Adelaide

Journalist and author Tessa Boase unravels the story of Edwardian debutante Heather Firbank, whose wardrobe gave birth to the V&A's Fashion and Textile department.

The 'alternative' Archibald and Wynne Prize selection

From the creators of Le Aerial comes a reimagined production that promises to be bigger, bolder, and more electrifying than its predecessor. ZERIAL brings together a spectacular mix of never-before-seen acts alongside audience favourites, blending

Adelaide Baroque continues its acclaimed exploration of ancient musical traditions, journeying eastward through the historical soundscapes of Greece, Syria and Persia. This concert weaves music and storytelling to illuminate the artistic exchanges

This year the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra embarks on a profound exploration of the complete symphonies of Jean Sibelius, led by Chief Conductor Mark Wigglesworth. It's a rare opportunity to experience all seven masterpieces across a dedicated

McLaren Vale's beloved celebration of Grenache returns this spring for 18 days of world-class wine and exceptional food across the region. Running from 18 September to 5 October, the festival offers everything from exclusive tastings and

Life FM's Op till You Drop Community Market returns for its third year, bringing together an impressive collection of op shops and vintage resellers under one roof at the Flour Shed at Hart's Mill in Port Adelaide.

In little more than a decade, Don Dunstan turned South Australia into a laboratory for social change. Electoral reform, Land Rights legislation, anti-discrimination laws, environmental protections - reforms that other states were still debating,

The Bend Classic returns with Lee Kernaghan; James Johnston headlining this October long weekend

Internationally acclaimed soprano Siobhan Stagg curates Chamberfest 2026 at UKARIA Cultural Centre in the Adelaide Hills, with five intimate and deeply personal concerts across 2–4 October 2026. Single tickets and flexi packages are available, dining and bus transfers from Adelaide can also be booked separately.

Bizet's Carmen returns to Her Majesty's Theatre this October in a bold new production by emerging director Laura Hansford — provocative, passionate and set through a lens of maximalist surrealism. Starring South Australian Charlotte Kelso in the title role, this is one of opera's greatest masterpieces reimagined for our time.

Settle in for a weekend devoted to Australia's finest fromage. CheeseFest returns to Rundle Park, bringing together almost 100 artisan cheesemakers, food producers, winemakers, brewers and distillers for two days of tasting, discovering and

One of the world's great historic motoring events returns to South Australia, tracing its celebrated route from West Beach to the Adelaide Hills.

An afternoon of exceptional music and meaningful impact awaits when the Australian Doctors Orchestra takes to the stage in support of Sight For All.

The final chapter of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series arrives this Halloween at Adelaide Entertainment Centre, with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra performing Alexandre Desplat's epic score live as the film plays on the big screen. Conducted by Jessica Gethin. Adults from $70, children from $30.