Jump into the first month of 2025 with a myriad of groovy events, talented performances, world-class sports, dinners, buzzing markets, music festivals and more.
If you’re wanting to start the year on a high, why not check out one of these 10 epic events that are sure to entertain, delight and surprise you.
Wildlands Festival | 5 January
The countdown is on, and excitement is mounting as the hotly anticipated Wildlands Festival which will be held in Ellis Park on January 5th. There’s a hot list of performers, with a huge lineup of international superstars taking to the stage. Aussie DJ Fisher is headlining the event and will be joined by rapper Ice Spice, drum and bass act Chase & Status, and many more.
Where: Ellis Park, Adelaide
When: Sunday 5th January
For more information, head here.
Adelaide International 2025 | 6 – 11 January
Photo credit: Tennis Australia James Elsby.
Get up close to the action this summer as some of the world’s best players head to Adelaide from the 6th to the 11th of January.
World-class tennis action at The Drive will feature some of the best international tennis players as they compete to become champion.
And it’s not just tennis – with live music, entertainment, bars, food trucks and premium experiences at The Drive’s new facilities, the Adelaide International is the perfect way to kick start 2025 in the beautiful heart of the riverbank precinct.
Where: The Drive, War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide SA 5006
When: Monday 6th until Saturday 11th January
For more information, head here.
Tesky Brothers A Day On The Green | 10 January
What better start to a new year than with good friends, great food and wine and a day of amazing music sitting out on the lawns at Peter Lehmann Wines in the beautiful Barossa on January 10th 2025.
A Day on the Green’s got you covered with a huge lineup headlined by Australia’s brothers of soul and blues, The Teskey Brothers whose Motown-influenced sounds with their unique twist have garnered a huge fan base across the world.
Where: Peter Lehmann Wines, Para Road, Tanunda
When: January 10
For more information, head here.
Sounds by the River | 11 January
Sounds by the River is back in 2025 with a phenomenal line-up bringing together some of the most iconic names in Australian music to South Australia.
Celebrating its 15th year, the show will include Icehouse, Noiseworks, Wolfmother, Eskimo Joe and more at its traditional Mary Ann Reserve home, on the River Murray’s banks. The action kicks off 1:30pm after gates open earlier at 12:30pm.
Where: Mary Ann Reserve, MANNUM SA
When: Saturday 11th January
For more information, head here.
Santos Tour Down Under 2024 | 17 – 26 January
The Santos Tour Down Under is the first event of the UCI World Tour and starts the international pro cycling calendar in the heart of Australia’s summer.
There’s so much to do in Adelaide to celebrate including heading to the official City of Adelaide Tour Village which will feature panel discussions with riders and experts, the race live-streamed on the big screen, and a space for fans to cool off in the ‘recovery zone’, featuring ice baths, physio and localised cryotherapy. There will also be street parties, regional events, family-friendly events and more.
Where: various locations across SA
When: 17th to 26th of January
For more information, head here.
SummerVines 2025 | 17 – 27 January
McLaren Vale, the picturesque coastal wine region known for its lush vineyards cascading toward the breathtaking Gulf of St Vincent coast, is hosting the highly anticipated SummerVines 2025 food and wine festival.
SummerVines, proudly supported by the South Australian Tourism Commission, is set to captivate visitors with a ten-day program of exciting wine and food experiences set against the stunning backdrop of this coastal paradise.
Where: McLaren Vale (various locations)
When: January 17–27 Jan 2024
For more information, head here.
REUNION Festival | 18 January
Photo credit: Reunion Festival
After a 2024 event that surpassed expectations, the Reunion Festival is back at Morephetteville Racecourse in 2025! With four epic stages of your favourite local artists celebrate the biggest club nights and events in Adelaide’s history with your favourite locals dropping anthems from iconic venues, club nights and events like Apple, Arkaba, Big Ticket, Cargo, Church, Control, Discovery, Dreamers, Elysium, Heaven, HQ, Ko Klub, Le Rox, Marble Bar, Planet, Push, Q Bar, Rise, Rush, Savvy, Soda Room, Synagogue, Traffic.
Where: 79 Morphett Road, Morphettville, Adelaide, South Australia, 5043
When: January 18
For more information, head here.
Semaphore Greek Festival | 18 – 19 January
The Semaphore Greek Festival is gearing up for its 44th annual celebration, which will be a weekend filled with Greek culture that brings all the flavours, sounds, and sights of Greece to the shores of Port Adelaide.
As one of Australia’s premier Greek cultural festivals, this event has grown to become one of the largest of its kind in the country. The festivities will unfold on the Semaphore foreshore, with Semaphore rides and Semaphore Road cafes just a leisurely stroll away, and with free admission, the Semaphore Greek Festival invites you to gather all your friends and family for a fun weekend out.
Where: Semaphore Foreshore
When: Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th January
For more information, head here.
Glenelg Sunset Markets | 19 January
Glenelg Sunset Markets are set to return for an epic summer season in Moseley Square.
With over 100 stalls, live music and food trucks, the event runs throughout the afternoon and into the evening on select Sundays from November to March, bringing with it the perfect excuse to get outside, soak up the sunshine and bag yourself a bargain or special market buy.
Where: Moseley Square, Glenelg
When: 19 January (with dates until April)
For more information, head here.
Glenelg Ice Cream Festival | 23 January
Jetty Road will transform into an Ice Cream Village on Thursday, 23 January 2025, from 4pm to 10:30pm. The festival will feature over 10 local vendors, offering a delicious mix of ice cream, gelato, and frozen yoghurt.
Along with pop-up bars, food, music, and kids’ activities, the event will feature a fashion parade hosted by Channel 7’s Gertie Spurling, plus live entertainment throughout the day! If you’re looking for a more relaxed experience, check out sensory zone and quiet space. This free event promises to be a perfect family-friendly celebration of all things sweet!
Where: Jetty Road, Glenelg, SA, 5045
When: 23 January
For more information, head here.
Notable Mentions
- NYD Disco En Blanc | 1 January
- Howard Vineyard Wedding Open Day | 5 January
- Summer of Spritz at Hotel Alba | 10 January
- Spindrift Music Festival | 11 January
- 5K Foam Fest | 25 January
- Aus Lights on the River Program Launch | 27 January
For more events, check out our calendar!
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