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This year, Adelaide is celebrating 60 years since The Beatles’ historic visit on June 12th 1964, where over 300,000 people lined the streets to greet the world’s number one pop music group. On that day, the Beatles were welcomed by the largest crowd of their career, waving to their adoring fans from the Adelaide Town Hall balcony.
To commemorate the milestone, across June, The Adelaide Town Hall is set to host a series of events, featuring musical tributes, themed exhibitions, community activities, and special screenings. There is something for every Beatles fan.
Candlelight Concert: Tribute to The Beatles on Strings | JUNE 6
The Adelaide Town Hall is hosting a Candlelight Concert of a Tribute to The Beatles on Strings on Thursday June 6th that is sure to be an evening of music and magic. Presented by The Collective String Quartet, immerse yourself in the timeless tunes of The Beatles, performed within the stunning walls of the Meeting Hall and completely illuminated by candlelight. The 6:30pm time slot is SOLD OUT, with limited tickets available for the 8:30pm session… book now if you are keen!
When: June 6th, 6:30pm (SOLD OUT) / 8:30 pm (limited tickets available)
Where: The Meeting Hall, The Adelaide Town Hall
Price: $41 – $77
For more information, click here.
When We Was Fab: Inside The Beatles Australasian Tour 1964 Book Launch | JUNE 12
Authors Greg Armstrong and Andy Neill will introduce their latest book When We Was Fab: Inside The Beatles Australasian Tour 1964 on Wednesday, June 12th at the Adelaide Town Hall’s Auditorium. The book offers an exclusive look into the 1960s Beatlemania, featuring unseen images, memorabilia, and press clippings, while also exploring the 1960s youth culture of Australia and New Zealand. The special event will feature a Q&A session, encouraging guests to share memories and moments of the milestone event in Adelaide’s history.
When: Wednesday 12th June 1:40pm-2:30pm
Where: Auditorium, Adelaide Town Hall
Price: FREE
For more information, click here.
The LadyBeatles in Concert | JUNE 12
The Adelaide Town Hall is excited to present Adelaide’s own sensational tribute band, The LadyBeatles, performing an hour of Beatles hits back where it all began 60 years ago. On Wednesday the 12th of June, The LadyBeatles are set to deliver a nostalgic journey filled with rock ’n’ roll, and the infectious fun that made Adelaide, and the world, fall in love with The Beatles.
The LadyBeatles in Concert
When: Wednesday 12th June 12:30pm-1:30pm
Where: The Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William Street, Adelaide
Price: FREE
To book now, click here.
Beatles Take Adelaide Exhibition | OVER JUNE
Step into the buzz of Beatlemania in 1964 at the Northern Gallery in Adelaide Town Hall throughout June, with an exhibition curated by Megan Rainey (City Curator) in partnership with the City Archives and State Library of South Australia. Explore memorabilia, newspaper clippings, and captivating photography, including shots of the historic crowds by photographer Vic Grimmett.
When: Running throughout June
Where: Northern Gallery, Adelaide Town Hall (First Floor)
Price: FREE
For more information, click here.
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