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Your Guide To The Best Events in Adelaide This March

Mad March is here so enjoy and get amongst these events…

Well all we can say is thank god we had an extra day in February, because with what is in store in our fair town this month, we most certainly needed it. Mad March has commenced and we are nearing the last of the silliest season! And Summer may technically be over but the weather down here in SA is still stunning and there are still plenty (like PLENTY) of things to keep you busy. So get out your calendars, here it goes…

Until March 14- Adelaide Fringe It’s still on folks! It means the city is buzzing with excitement. What other event means you can have absolutely world class acts, right here on your doorstep for a truly minimal cost? Check the Fringe’s weekly awards to see what’s hot right now… or check our Adelaide Fringe section for Glam reviews. Also kicking on while Fringe is around, Goodnight Moon Bar. This is a pop up bar for all the late night party lovers (read more in our story here).

March 1- Maggie Beer’s Autumn Harvest Recipes Launch at the Market SA food goddess Maggie Beer is bringing us another delicious cookbook so that we mere mortals can ATTEMPT to match her cooking prowess. And, what’s more, you can meet the main lady for the launch at one of our fave foodie locations, Adelaide Central Market today! Quick quick.

March 1- World Famous Rooftop with The Rubens These guys are so hot right now. Their smash track ‘Hoops’ was voted numero uno on Triple J’s Hottest 100. Which pretty much means it’s the Australian anthem for the next 12 months right? Anyway, come see them play it live FOR FREE on Nova’s world famous rooftop. Get in early, this will hit capacity quick!

March 1-14 – An Alternative Wine Series 2KW wants you to experience some new pleasures. Which would involve all of the wine. Obviously! This is your chance to experience some really different wines that you might not normally get to try, as they offer them up by the glass. We have got our eye on the “Not The Usual Reds” section…

March 3-6 – Clipsal 500 Zoom zoom. It’s back again. The event that gets us all revved up (sometimes due to the road closures) but nevertheless a favourite in the annual Adelaide calendar. We can’t get enough of those four wheels zipping around the tracks and relaxing on the Nova Deck. Then you get to stick around for amazing concerts afterwards. We’re hoping to befriend Rob Thomas on Sunday… we’ll keep you posted on how that goes…

March 3- RCC Fitness In The City Is there anything more Royal Croquet Club can bring us? After great acts, brilliant shows and amazing food and drink (check out our story here) they’re now bringing us fitness too! Probably so we don’t feel so bad about how much of their food we’ve consumed in the past few weeks. Anyway, come along for FREE yoga and HIIT classes. Make sure you book though!

March 4- Waymouth Street Party 2016 This event has been running for the past four years and is always a blast. So many of the brilliant Waymouth Street vendors (and beyond) bring delish food and drink to the party, with live performers, DJs, magicians and more to keep you entertained. Then you can party on into the evening at one of the local small bars. Brilliant. Read more here

March 4- Uncorked with Wirra Wirra Uncorked is always a great way to spend your Friday knock off drinks. The folks at Wirra Wirra are renowned for knowing how to have fun (they have a watermelon catapult at their winery!) so this event is bound to be a blast. They had us at ‘complimentary cheese platters’. Plus it’s also free to enter

March 4- Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard Riesling Harvest Want to see harvest in full swing? Well then get to the stunning Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard and see them harvesting their Riesling grapes which just so happen to be right in front of the cellar door. What a view while you enjoy lunch and a glass of wine. Sounds like perfection!

March 5- Hutt Street Party There’s a reason this bad boy has been running for sixteen years now. The Hills Cider Company are bringing us a street garden to relax in while we watch live music, the Miss V8 Supercar girls and munch on amazing food. What more could you want from a free street party?

March 6- Gilles Street Market #142 This needs no explaining. Get to Gilles Street Primary School for one of the best markets in Adelaide. Amazing clothing, jewellery, homewares, food, and damn good vibes! Check it out from 10am.

March 6- Melanoma March Did you know over 11, 500 people are diagnosed with melanoma each year, of which 1, 500 will not survive? That’s a startling number. It’s also the most common cancer in young people in Australia. That’s pretty shocking. Glam’s Hannah is joining the amazing team at The Own It Project to take part. So why not join her? Or you can donate to this brilliant cause here.

March 6- Magical Mystery Comedy Coach Tour Try saying that ten times fast! Kicking off from PJ O’Brien’s this Fringe show is like no other. The proof? It has sold out the last three years! But why? Well join some of the Fringe’s best comedians as they perform on a bus, while you are driven to four mystery locations. It sounds like a hoot! Get your tickets here – but be quick because this will sell out. You have been warned.

March 6- Kick Start Sunday at The Lion The ultimate Sunday Sesh as you enjoy all of the hospitality at this South Aussie icon. Kicking off from 2.30pm you can enjoy drinks, food and art from an up and coming artist.

March 6- Pirate Life Brewing’s First Birthday Hip hip hooray! This will be a first birthday party quite unlike any other. The boys from Pirate Life know how to throw a party so get set for an epic one… They are closing the street and turning it into a beer garden as they bring us the Pirate Life Brewing & The Hills Cider Can Bar. Drinks specials, music and much beer! Get there or be totally square!

March 9- Denim Inequity Winter Workshop Want to know how to put together all of the trends for this Winter? Well then you had better get to Denim Inequity because they are giving you all of the tips! Their in store workshop only has a few spots left so RSVP by calling (08) 8271 4430 or emailing [email protected].

March 10- Adelaide Business Chicks Breakfast With Turia Pitt If you don’t know Turia Pitt’s truly inspirational story of triumph and survival, this is the perfect chance to hear it. If you need a little inspiration in your life, or you’re just a business chick who wants to reach some goals, this is an amazing event for you. Plus, breakfast! Yay.

March 11- Paul Dabek at Hotel Richmond Get your magic and drink on all at the same time! The wonderful Paul Dabek, who is in Adelaide for the Fringe, has been wowing crowds with his show Nothing Up My Sleeve (see more here). So much so that he has won a weekly Fringe Award for the Best Magic Show! And now you can experience his amazingness first hand as he brings his roving magic show to Hotel Richmond! This will be Friday night drinks with a difference, that’s for sure!

March 11 and 12- Abseil for Anglicare SA Now HERE’S something different! For plenty, this is probably not something you’d wish to take part in. For those adrenalin junkies out there, what better way to get your fix than abseiling down the side of an iconic Adelaide hotel all in the name of charity? If you’d rather keep your feet firmly on the ground, this is just your heads up that if you see some people dangling off the side of the Intercontinental, don’t panic!

March 11- Ebenezer Night Markets Fun, funky, full of good vibes! This market is more like a laneway party and we love it! With awesome vendors, delicious street food and some tasty drinks, we suggest you get here before it is all over (this is the second to last one for the 15/16 season – the last is on March 18).

March 11-13- Kustom Kulture Weekend The Highway Hotel will play host to this fun event bringing together Rockabilly, Roots and the related music and culture! With 12+ bands, DJs, kustom cars, tattoo artists, a pin up comp, lowrider pushbikes, stall holders, art exhibits, drink specials, fashion and so much more, this will be a rocking weekend out!

March 11-14- WOMADelaide Festival Ah the world’s festival. Is there a more relaxed, happy, peaceful music fest in the state? Perhaps, but we haven’t seen it. The sites and smells or this brilliant weekend are wonderfully complementary to the brilliant sounds coming from all sorts of instruments you’ve probably never seen or heard of before. The beauty of WOMAD is that we always learn and experience something new.

March 12- Ed Boutique Beer Challenge We love a good green and grassy beer garden on a beautiful Summer’s day. Combine that with over 30 local and international beers and we’re on to a winner. For just $25 entry fee you get a slider and 15 beer tokens. There’s also a beer lover’s Masterclass hosted by Denham from Barossa Valley Brewing for those that are extra passionate about the process.

March 12-18- Variety SA 4WD Challenge It’s back, and this time it is making its way through the Victorian High Country and for the very first time to NSW. While raising money for an amazing cause, participants will also get to experience the luxury of full catering, medical and motoring support, hired entertainment, theme nights, seafood dinner, fun stops, flushing toilets, showers, full radio communications and a fun and social group of people. Did we mention the nightly sunset parties? Yeah this is off road like never before!

March 13- Oakbank Hills Gourmet Gallop There really is nothing like a day at the races. Especially when it involves the stunning Adelaide Hills, local food and delicious wine for the likes of Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard and Sidewood. And what could be better than phenomenal wines? How about some standout food to go along with it! With Quince Catering and Locavore serving up a selection of gourmet foods featuring a mouth watering range of local produce unique to the Adelaide Hills, that won’t be hard to come by! What a day.

March 13- Mobin Master at The Lion Warning there will be a line up, because this is huge. If you are looking for an unforgettable way to spend your long weekend, then this may be it. Mobin Master. The Lion. Drink specials. All day. Enough said.

March 14- Adelaide Cup See our guide here.

March 14- Garden Party at Kaesler Kaesler’s The Old Bastard Shiraz hooked us in at this stunning winery. But the garden parties have kept us coming back again and again. Sip on some mighty fine wine, or sangria while listening to great music and devouring tacos. It’s a family friendly event, with craft activities to keep the little ones satisfied.

March 16- Sneak Peek of New Pandora Range Want a little preview of what you can expect from the new range from much loved jewellery brand Pandora? Well you can! Karrans of Hyde Park will be showing off “Poetic Blooms” from 6pm until 8pm.

March 16- Sass Place Connect Evening Want to get your network on? Then this is the event for you. Get in a room full of other women and learn about each other’s businesses, discover ways you can help each other and feel empowered. We are going to get all “Sisters are doing it for themselves” up in here… Take some business cards, a notepad and pen along and enjoy the night.

March 16- Shop, Drink, Strut Twilight Market The market that will change the way you look at markets…. Think designer fashion, bubbles and an awesome atmosphere as some of SA’s hottest boutiques come together at the Hackney Hotel. Check out more here.

March 17- Burnside Village AW16 Shopping Day It will be 12 hours of shopping heaven! With one-day only exclusive store specials you should start to prepare your bank account now. Plus there will be entertainement for the kids, Bree May cooking up a storm and a few surprise treats… There will also be fashion parades showcasing the latest Autumn/Winter trends at 12pm and 2pm. You can book your VIP front row seat (that comes with a gift bag) here.

March 17- Kevin Sheedy Dinner at The HWY If you love your AFL, this man needs no introduction. This intimate dinner will be a night to remember with one of the greats of an even greater game.

March 17- St Patrick’s Day at The Unley Fiddle-de-dee potatoes (said in our best Irish accent, of course). If you own a green outfit, this is the day to whip it out! With Irish food and drink specials The Unley will be the place to celebrate!

March 18- Fashion Friday™ presents Aus Fashion Labels Last year Fashion Friday brought us so many incredible events that combined stunning style, tasty drinks and outstanding food. This year they’re back with a bang by showcasing the fabulousness of the incredible Aus Fashion Labels range. Plus they’ve now teamed up with the Hilton Hotel. Meaning you’ll be enjoying the latest fashion whilst eating a two course spectacular at Coal Cellar + Grill and sipping on glasses of Veuve. Amazing. Read more in our story here.

March 18- Free Outdoor Cinema If you haven’t seen the newest Disney movie that’s packed with all the feels, honestly what’s wrong with you? We are of course talking about Inside Out and even if you have seen it, there is no doubt that you will want to see it again because it’s THAT GOOD. Perfect for kids and big kids. Grab your picnic blanket, some grub from local food trucks and listen to some acoustic tunes while you wait for this free screening to start.

March 18- The Launch Of Mary’s Poppin We dropped the news of this funky arrangement a while back now (check out our story here), well her stylish glittery doors are about to swing open. The newest gay bar in Adelaide is set to bring some pretty marvellous things.

March 19 – East End Wine Down 2016 It’s back! Another afternoon we love. A laneway party celebrating all the best bits of SA wine. Your glass at the door gets you tastings of all the wines and ciders on offer. Then you can purchase glasses of your faves once you’ve made the very tricky decision of what’s best. DJs will be spinning chilled out tunes and there will be great local food on offer. Find out more here

March 19- Burlesque Show Boat Cruise We’re just loving all the exciting stuff going on in Port Adelaide lately. And this is no exception. Champagne will start the night of elegant and sophisticated burlesque. It’ll be a beautiful evening under the stars. Be aware, there’s no food at this event, but plenty of brilliant Port Adelaide eateries will be open to get your fill before your night truly starts (see more in our story here).

March 20- Bay to City Fun Run 2016 Does anyone else feel a little… backwards? This year is a little different as the event starts at the sandy shores of Glenelg and ends in the town’s centre. But nevertheless, this is a must on the Adelaide calendar. It’s almost an SA right of passage to say you’ve taken part in this prestigious run (or walk if you’re feeling a little slower than the rest).

March 20- A Porchetta Party The wine making geniuses over at Oliver’s Taranga also know a thing or two about throwing an event… Say hello to their second Porchetta Party for the year! With a delish three course Italian style lunch including porchetta and prosciutto (obviously) plus their own stunning wines matched to the menu, this is a food/wine lover’s dream!

March 20- Ginza Miyako’s Fusion Japanese High Tea We just cannot get enough of these… As if a high tea could get any better Ginza Miyako have gone and made it that much more special by giving it a Japanese twist! Chef Kazu always makes the most delicious little morsels and has introduced some new menu items for this round, including including Plum Wine Cheese Cake, Red Bean Chocolate Cake, Roasted Green Tea Pastry Puff, Octopus Confit, Bonita Tataki more. Top all of that off with a glass of bubbles, and you have the perfect excuse to indulge! Not that we needed one…

March 20- Sunday Sound-Deck at Gemtree The beautiful Gemtree Cellar Door transforms into a live music venue as Russell Stuart does his thing. Set on the deck, the views, platters and organic wines make this the perfect place to spend a Sunday arvo. Kicking off from 1pm, it is best if you book a seat by calling (08) 8383 0802.

March 20- Feast On The Foreshore And here is the proof of even more great stuff going on in the Port Adelaide/Semaphore area. To continue celebrating Feast Festival (which we never want to end) we’ll be heading here. There’s the infamous dog shows, cake decorating comps, food stalls, market stalls and a visual art display called ‘Walk a Mile in My Shoes’ with footwear and stories donated by the community.

March 20- Sunday Session at Deviation Road Winery This will be the first Deviation Sunday Session of 2016 and with it comes a new pizza menu. Wahoooo. Pizza and wine? Well you’ve got our attention! Don your winery hat and get on down to this gorgeous afternoon of food, wine and music. Make sure you book though!

March 20- Tusk FM at Wirra Wirra Calling all Fleetwood Mac fans! This is the event for you… Especially you wine loving Fleetwood Mac fans. We know you are out there! Wirra Wirra is hosting an event that will see Tusk FM covering some of the band’s most iconic tunes. Playing from 12pm – 4pm, there will also be regional cheese platters available from the cellar door (umm YES), or you can cook up a feast using their BBQ facilities.

March 20- Gaol Blues Festival Eight straight hours of funky blues music, dancing, jiving, Americana style food and bevvies. The Gaol is a gorgeous setting for any event, but we especially can’t wait to hear the tunes echoing through these fabulous walls.

March 20- Adelaide Night Market If you have been loving the Night Market then you won’t want to miss the last one for the season! North Terrace comes to life as some of the best street food, and amazing vendors set up for an evening of market fun! It all kicks off from 4pm…

March 24- Socceroos V Tajikistan at Adelaide Oval Get a little soccer in your life when the Champions of Asia head to Adelaide Oval for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia qualifying match. It will be the Socceroos first time back at the Oval since 2011, so get there in your green and gold! #GoSocceroos.

March 24- The HWY Nip Tuck Party Now this isn’t a nip tuck for you. You won’t see any botox at this party! The HWY has undergone some sleek renovations and they want to celebrate! With a brand new deck, newly created booth seating, a new “hut” area and a whole lot of new furniture, the venue will be looking as hot as ever! So the night before Good Friday seems like the perfect night to celebrate its facelift with entertainment from the Escapades and DJ Juddo. Plus they are open until 2pm. If you register here you will be invited to their celebratory drinks which will include a couple of drinks and food. Yes please!

March 25- Blenheim Music and Camping Festival 2016 It’s our answer to Falls Festival (but with way more of that SA beauty, if you ask us!) So if you’re into great music, camping and good times it’s time to roll up your swag and head for the gorgeous Clare Valley. It’s a locally supported, privately run, not-for-profit festival, plus you can party in a hay bale amphitheatre.

March 25-26 Brick-a-laide 2016 LEGO® fans, this event will have you throwing your hands in the air and waving them around like you just don’t care! Attracting 25,000 people in its first year, it will feature an epic showcase of brick creations and displays from local and interstate modellers and creators. So if you are a die-hard LEGO® lover, then you had better get yourself to the Adelaide Convention Centre over the Easter weekend.

March 26- Easter Breakfast at InterContinental Easter Sunday looks especially delicious at the InterContinental’s Riverside Restaurant. With a full brunch buffet including a variety of yoghurts, fruit, cereal, as well as hot and cold meals, there is a little something for everyone. Our hot tip: try their in-house pastries. Holy yum! There will also be a friendly visitor hopping around to bring you some Easter treats! This event is now SOLD OUT, so FYI get in early next year!

March 26 and March 28- Oakbank Easter Racing Carnival  When we say Easter Long Weekend you probably immediately think of this event… The Oakbank Races have long been an Easter tradition and this year is no exception. Bacially a huge picnic where friends and family come together to enjoy food, drinks and good times!

March 27- The HWY Easter Sunday Garden Party You are invited to a garden party in their garden! The HWY will transform into a Mad Hatter style tea party, with amazing cocktails on offer and yummy Easter surprises for the kids. And us? We sure hope so!

March 27- Port Adelaide v St Kilda You might be wondering why we have an AFL match in the Guide… Well it is not just any AFL match, it is the first AFL match in Adelaide for round one of the 2016 season! So get to Adelaide Oval (unless you’re a Crows fan) to support the Power (or Saints if you do go and you are a Crows fan) as the best game in the world kicks off for another year!

March 31- Adelaide Fabulous Ladies Paracombe Wine Soiree And it isn’t just the name that will be a mouthful! When one of the most stunning wineries in the Adelaide Hills combines with the deliciousness served up at Jolleys Boathouse, you know you are on to a winner! If you are a wine-loving woman, then this is the event for you! Get your tickets here

All of March- REB Cosmetics Makeup SALE  Did somebody say sale? Yep, REB Cosmetics did.. For the month of March they have 20% off all their products on their website. With a range that includes everything from lipstick (they have just added 4 new colours) to nail polish, it is also great to know that is is all cruelty free, vegan and mineral! Want to know how to get your hands on the discount… Just use the code VEGAN at the checkout. Plus if you want a makeover, they can help you there too! Summer may have ended but these guys are keeping the colourful vibes coming.

Hot Pick: An Autumn Getaway at InterContinental When you can save up to 35% this Autumn, why wouldn’t you? When you book by 23 April to stay between 25 March and 26 April and you will be laughing! The perfect little getaway!

Happy March-ing everyone!

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