Featured: OzAsia Festival.
There’s lots to get excited about in Adelaide this October with festivals galore, great food, live music and more, you definitely won’t be short of things to do.
With so much going on around the place, we’ve selected some of the top events so you can start planning- be sure to check out our list of special mentions too.
Grenache & Gourmet Festival | 19 Sept – 6 Oct
McLaren Vale, famous for its exceptional Grenache, is hosting the annual Grenache and Gourmet Festival until October 6th. It’s set to be a celebration of the region’s top-notch Grenache wines and culinary talents. Experience a variety of events at iconic wineries and venues, including cosy long lunches, rare back-vintage tastings, and exclusive behind-the-scenes tours.
When: Friday, September 19th to Monday, October 6th
Where: Multiple Venues across McLaren Vale
For more information, click here.
Semaphore Music Festival | 3 – 6 Oct
The Semaphore Music Festival is back, taking over the seaside town this October, bringing together some of the very best local musicians at great local venues. Held over the October long weekend, there will be an exciting program of live performances, masterclasses, and community events all across Semapahore. Headlining the event is Dusty Lee’s Blues Jam with special guest Stefan Hauk on Friday, Melbourne’s acclaimed guitarist Kathleen Halloran and 63 Deluxe on Saturday, and Lazy Eye supported by Snooks La Vie & Sav on Sunday.
When: Friday, October 3rd to Monday, October 6th
Where: Multiple Venues across Semaphore
For more information, click here.
Oktoberfest in the Gardens | 4 Oct
Australia’s biggest Oktoberfest celebration is back, this year with even more festivities, fun, and frothies. Break out your best Lederhosen or Dirnd and kick back for a day of entertainment like no other. Not only is this a beer and bratwurst-filled event, but they’ve also got multiple stages of live entertainment & DJs, roving performers, competitions, sideshow alley, silent disco and more.
When: Saturday, October 4th
Where: Pinky Flat, Adelaide CBD, SA
For more information, click here.
Ceduna Oyster Fest | 5 – 5 Oct
Oyster Fest is returning to Ceduna for its 35th year, bringing together some of the region’s very best seafood. This is a totally salty, sun-soaked celebration of the Eyre Peninsula’s world-famous oysters that you’re going to want to get in on as the weather gets warmer.
When: Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th
Where: O’Loughlin Terrace, Ceduna, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia, 5690
For more information, click here.
Adl Fashion Week | 8 – 12 Oct
ADL Fashion Week will be back and better than ever this spring, bringing five days of style to the city. In 2025, ADL Fashion Week is returning with a reimagined format from October 8th to 12th, where the very best of the South Australian fashion scene will be on show.
When: Wednesday, October 8th to Sunday, October 12th
Where: Multiple venues across Adelaide
For more information, click here.
Adelaide Film Festival | 15 – 26 Oct
Film buffs and creators alike can witness some of the greatest new cinematography from around the world during this year’s Adelaide Film Festival. The festival is considered one of Australia’s most innovative and distinctive and is renowned for welcoming filmmaker guests and patrons from across Australia and around the world.
The film lineup features a diverse lineup of Australian and world premieres, special previews and international award-winning features.
When: Wednesday, October 15th to Sunday, October 26th
Where: Multiple venues across Adelaide
For more information, click here.
OzAsia Festival | 17 Oct – 9 Nov
Australia’s leading contemporary arts festival engaging with Asia, OzAsia Festival, will bring remarkable contemporary dance, powerful theatre, delicious cuisine, engaging conversations and brilliant musicians to the Adelaide Festival Centre.
This also marks the return of the very popular Lucky Dumpling Market, which will transport visitors to the bustling street markets of Asia with dumplings, noodles, bao, salads and curry.
When: Friday, October 17th to Sunday, November 9th
Where: Multiple venues across Adelaide
For more information, click here.
CheeseFest | 18 – 19 Oct
CheeseFest brings the best of South Australia’s artisan cheesemakers, food producers, winemakers, distillers, and brewers together in the stunning parks of the Adelaide CBD. You’ll be able to try all the cheese you can handle, watch live entertainment, cooking demos and get in on some epic cheese-themed experiences.
When: Saturday, October 18th and Sunday, October 19th
Where: Rundle Park, Kadlitpina
For more information, click here.
RAA Bay to Birdwood | 19 Oct
In 2025, the RAA Bay to Birdwood is back, welcoming over 1500 vehicles manufactured from the early 1900s through to late 1995. You’ll be able to check them out as they head from West Beach to Birdwood. After the drive, explore the vehicles (and maybe a beer or two) at the finish festival!
When: Sunday, October 19th
Where: 11 Shannon Street, Birdwood, SA, Australia
For more information, click here.
Harvest Rock | 25 – 26 Oct
Harvest Rock is making its much-anticipated return, bringing the best of music and food to the state this October. For its third installation, the event will take over Rymill & King Rodney Parks / Murlawirrapurka & Ityamai-Itpina, with an exciting blend of local and international music acts, with great local food and drink.
This year’s festival features a packed lineup, including exclusive Australian performances by international rock band The Strokes and American country music sensation Jelly Roll.
When: Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th
Where: Rymill & King Rodney Parks / Murlawirrapurka & Ityamai-Itpina
For more information, click here.
Special Mentions
Cirque du Soleil | 2 – 5 Oct
A Gilded Evening with By Eileen | 10 Oct
Edgy: An exhibition of textiles by Fibre Artist Network (FAN) | 10 Oct
Taste of the Best | 10 Oct
Riverland Rose and Garden Festival | 10 – 19 Oct
Disco Club | 11 Oct
Notes & Notes at ASO | 24 Oct
Grill Academy BBQ Experience and Lunch | 25 Oct
Make The World Better Night Market | 25 Oct – 26 Oct
TIMELIGHT | Until 26 Oct
For more awesome events happening across SA, head to the Glam Adelaide events calendar by clicking here.
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