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Kick off the first month of summer with a jam-packed lineup of exciting events, epic festivals, buzzing markets, outdoor cinemas, and more. If you’re looking to wrap up the year with a bang, why not check out these 10 incredible events that are sure to entertain, delight and surprise you? We’ve also put together a list of honourable mentions – because there’s just so much happening!
1) ASIA OASIS STREET FOOD FESTIVAL | FRIDAY 29 NOVEMBER – SUNDAY 1 DECEMBER
You are invited to experience authentic Asian street food and cultures on the riverbank of River Torrens when a three-night-only street food festival rolls into the heart of Adelaide city this December.
Asia Oasis will celebrate the exuberant cultural diversity of Adelaide through food, cultural performances, workshops, and fun competitions and it’s all for free!
For more information, click here.
2) MOONLIGHT CINEMA | THURSDAY 28 NOVEMBER – SUNDAY 29 DECEMBER
The time has come, SA! Australia’s favourite outdoor cinema, Moonlight Cinema, is gearing up for its 29th summer season. Kicking off at the end of November, the Moonlight Cinema runs up until December 29th.
This season’s highlights include Hollywood blockbusters such as “Twisters”, “It Ends With Us”, and “Gladiator II.”
As we get closer to Christmas, your favourite festive films are also in the mix. Watch “Love Actually”, “Elf”, “Home Alone” and more.
For more information, click here.
3) LATIN ARTS FESTIVAL | SUNDAY 1 DECEMBER
Experience the best of entertainment, music and food at the Latin Arts Festival on December 1st. This free event kicks off from 12pm in Victoria Square, with a craft fair, visual and performing arts, kids show, food and bar stalls and a Latino Fiesta Carnaval.
For more information, click here.
4) VEGAN FESTIVAL | SATURDAY 7 – SUNDAY 8 DECEMBER
The Vegan Festival Adelaide is back and better than ever this December, happening on Saturday December 7th and Sunday December 8th from 11am to 5pm each day. Set in the beautiful Rundle Park/Kadlitpina in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD, attendees can expect 60 stalls packed with delicious plant-based food and cruelty-free products.
For more information, click here.
5) LANTERN FESTIVAL | SATURDAY 7 & 14 DECEMBER
The Lantern Festival offers a unique gathering for individuals from diverse backgrounds and beliefs to unite on a heartwarming, affirming, and memorable occasion. Whether you find solace in the lantern release, or use it as a means to honour cherished memories, over two exciting days experience the beauty of the lanterns, food trucks, and a festival atmosphere.
For more information, click here.
6) LOBETHAL LIGHTS FESTIVAL | SATURDAY 7 – SUNDAY 22 DECEMBER
Adelaide’s epicentre for Christmas spirit will make a return this December, with over 700 houses dressed in lights as the town comes alive from the 7th to the 22nd of December.
The Lobethal Lights Festival’s opening night is promised to be an evening filled with entertainment, music and a festive concert atmosphere. Other events will include the ‘Carols in the Valley’ on the 8th, the nightly Centennial Hall Christmas Markets, and the Lobethal Pageant just after the festival on the 23rd.
For more information, click here.
7) ADELAIDE POLO CLASSIC | FRIDAY 13 DECEMBER
This is a fast-paced, exhilarating, 20/20 style polo set against the backdrop of Adelaide’s CBD over one spectacular day.
Experience the very best of South Australian hospitality, glamorous fashions on the field and sophisticated all-day entertainment both on and off the pitch.
For more information, click here.
8) STEP BACK IN TIME FESTIVAL | SATURDAY 14 DECEMBER
If disco balls, neon leotards, and classic pop anthems are your idea of a good time, then get ready to ‘Step Back in Time’ with the ultimate retro music festival heading to Adelaide on Saturday, December 14th at Ellis Park. It’s your chance to unleash your inner diva, rock out in your favourite vintage threads, and relive the golden era of music, with a celebration of the iconic sounds of the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
For more information, click here.
9) ST JOHN AMBULANCE CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT | SATURDAY 14 DECEMBER
The St John Ambulance Carols by Candlelight is returning to Elder Park with guests invited to bring along a picnic rug and soak up the spirit of Christmas with music, food, drinks and singing.
Gates open at 3pm with the official concert being at 8:15pm which will see superstars Natalie Bassingthwaighte and Dami Im alongside an all-star lineup.
For more information, click here.
10) STRIKERS BBL | FRIDAY 20, FRIDAY 27 & TUESDAY 31 DECEMBER
Celebrate the Adelaide Strikers at their three Adelaide Oval matches in December. On the 20th the Strikers face the Melbourne Stars, and then on the 27th they take on the Hobart Hurricanes. They then finish the year off with a bang as they go up against the Perth Scorchers on New Year’s Eve.
The New Year’s Eve is always a fun one with extra entertainment and a fireworks display.
For more information, click here.
OTHER NOTABLE EVENTS:
- CHRISTMAS PARTIES AT THE HOTEL GRAND CHANCELLOR ADELAIDE | SATURDAY 30TH NOVEMBER, SATURDAY 7TH DECEMBER, SATURDAY 14TH DECEMBER
- SALVOS CAROLS IN THE SQUARE | FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER
- INDIAN FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL | SATURDAY DECEMBER 7TH
- GATHERED MARKET IN THE MALL | SATURDAY 7TH – SUNDAY 8TH DECEMBER
- SUMMER TWILIGHT CINEMA | SATURDAY 14TH, SATURDAY 21ST, SUNDAY 22ND DECEMBER
- CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH BUFFET AT LOU’S BY HORIZON | WEDNESDAY 25TH DECEMBER
- CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR TWILIGHT TASTINGS | FRIDAY 27TH – TUESDAY 31ST DECEMBER
- CULTURE | SATURDAY 28TH DECEMBER
- NYE DINNER AT SHIKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT | TUESDAY 31ST DECEMBER
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