Featured image: A previous IWD lunch at Penfolds Magill Estate with Showcase SA
Adelaide has ramped it up this year with a range of International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations being held by some incredible local businesses.
IWD held on Wednesday 8th March is a chance to celebrate the achievements of women around the world and marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
The day has long been celebrated in South Australia, with Showcase SA being one of the first to champion the day with a major long lunch.
They’re back again this year hosting an incredible luncheon, ‘Women in Wine’, celebrating some of the state’s most inspiring women in the wine industry – toasting the day with a vino in hand.
Adelaide has plenty to offer for IWD with a host of other events to partake in as well. Whether you’re looking to attend a breakfast, an exquisite wine tasting or wanting to release your inner artist, below there’s celebration for you.
Showcase SA International Women’s Day Lunch Showcasing Women in Wine
If you’re a self-acclaimed wine connoisseur and looking for a little fun, celebrate at Showcase SA’s International Women’s Day Long Lunch with two courses and a three-hour beverage package. Held at the National Wine Centre, you’ll be hearing from some of the wine industry’s most inspirational women including guest speakers Bec Hardy from Bec Hardy Wines and Corrina Wright from Oliver’s Taranga.
Event: International Women’s Day Lunch Showcasing Women in Wine
Where: National Wine Centre, Corner of Hackney Rd &, Botanic Rd, SA 5000
When: Wednesday, 8 March 2023, 11:30am – 2:30pm
Ticket price: $180 – $3500 (for a table of 10)
For more information and to purchase tickets, click here for more.
Mia Margarita’s International Women’s Day Long Luncheon supporting Cystic Fibrosis South Australia
Grab your girlfriends and enjoy a tapas lunch paired with a range of Seppeltsfield wines under the sun this International Women’s Day. The Henley Beach restaurant is showcasing a lineup of local inspirational speakers and hosting a charity raffle for Cystic Fibrosis South Australia.
Event: International Women’s Day Long Luncheon
Where: Mia Margarita, 330 Seaview Road #Unit 2 Henley Beach, SA 5022
When: Friday, 3 March 2023, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Ticket price: $120
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Incredible Journeys International Women’s Day lunch at Norwood Football Club hosted by Mix102.3
Celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day at the Norwood Football Club hosted by Mix102.3 Breakfast host, Ali Clarke. Arrive in style with a complimentary glass of sparkling and enjoy decadent canapés, mains and desserts while in the company of inspiring local guest speakers.
Event: Incredible Journey
Where: Norwood Function Room – On The Parade – 4 Woods St, Norwood SA 5067
When: Wednesday, 1 March 2023, 12.00pm
Ticket price: $90 per person or Tables of 10 $800.
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Pinot and Picasso’s International Women’s Day Femme Fatale paint and sip session
Release your inner femme fatale with a paint and sip session at Pinot and Picasso, Henley Beach. Enjoy creating a colourful masterpiece with your girlfriends and BYO nibbles and drinks to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day.
Event: International Women’s Day: Femme Fatale
Where: Pinot & Picasso Henley Beach Venue, 330A Seaview Road Henley Beach, SA 5022 Australia
When: Wednesday, 8th March 2023, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Ticket price: $59 (includes all necessary painting equipment)
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Mighty Craft International Women’s Day drinks and canapés event at Mismatch Brewing Co
Mismatch Brewing Co are defying the stereotypical blokey roll of brewing, distilling and simply working behind the bar this International Women’s Day. Join special guest Erin Phillips, former Olympian and now radio host and captain of the Port Adelaide AFLW team, at Adelaide’s Mismatch Brewhouse. Enjoy an array of cocktails, canapés, a Seven Seasons gift bag including a very special bottle of Bush Apple Gin and a unique Mismatch brew crafted by the women of MightyCraft.
Event: Mighty Craft’s International Women’s Day 2023 at Mismatch Brewing Co
Where: Mismatch Brewing Co, 317 Morphett Street, Adelaide, Australia
When: Wednesday, 8 March 2023, 3:00pm-6:00pm
Ticket price: $90
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Komorebi Foundation’s International Women’s Day movie night at Regal Theatre
Gather the amazing women in your life and enjoy a nostalgic movie night at the Regal Theatre in Kensington this International Women’s Day. Screening Empire of the Light (2022), enjoy delicious grazing boxes with an additional purchase. The Komorebi Foundation is donating ticket and food proceeds to support women’s programs in North Sumatra.
Event: Komorebi Foundation – International Women’s Day Movie Night
Where: Regal Theatre, 275 Kensington Rd, Kensington Park
When: Tuesday, 7 March 2023, 6:15pm
Ticket price: $25
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Sommeliers Australia and Champagne Bureau Australia‘s International Women’s Day informal tasting event
Wine professionals Sommeliers Australia have partnered with the Champagne Bureau Australia to celebrate the contributions of women in the wine business. Relax at this informal tasting event with a range of champagnes and nibbles at the Lion Hotel.
Event: International Women’s Day x Champagne Celebration Tasting
Where: The Lion Hotel (Melbourne Room)161 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide, SA 5006 Australia
When: Monday, 6 March 2023, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Ticket price: $65-$95
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Campbelltown International Women’s Day event
If you’re looking for a lowkey and local way to celebrate International Women’s Day, Campbelltown Council is holding a free event to commemorate the women of Campbelltown. Join guest speaker and Nova 919 breakfast show host Jodie Oddy for inspiring stories and achievements.
Event: Campbelltown International Women’s Day Event
Where: 172 Montacute Rd 172 Montacute Road Rostrevor, SA 5073
When: Thursday, 9 March 2023, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ticket price: Free
To find out more information and to reserve a spot, click here.
Salisbury Council’s annual International Women’s Day Cocktail Evening
Join your girlfriends at the Salisbury Community Hub with a complimentary welcome drink at Salisbury’s annual International Women’s Day Cocktail Evening to celebrate inspiring women and empowerment. Hosted by Adelady’s Hayley and Lauren, the night will offer canapés, entertainment and a lucky door prize with guest speaker and highly awarded journalist, Jessica Adamson.
Event: City of Salisbury International Women’s Day – Cocktail Evening
Where: Salisbury Community Hub, 34 Church Street Salisbury, SA 5108
When: Thursday, 9 March 2023, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ticket price: $24-$30
To find out more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Celebrating Women in Tourism with TICSA webinar
Looking to participate in International Women’s Day activities from anywhere you like? The Tourism Industry Council of South Australia will be putting on a webinar to celebrate and gather inspiring women in the industry who make our state a great place to visit. It will be a Q&A shining a light on incredible women like Rachael Harman, General Manager of Sofitel Adelaide, Kelly Kuhn, Owner and Operator of Juggle House Experiences, Felicity Brown, Owner and Chief Pilot of Chinta Air and Tania Niven, Bank Manager at BankSA and Westpac. All the proceeds from the event will be donated to Dress for Success Adelaide.
Event: Celebrating Women in Tourism
Where: Online via Zoom
When: Monday, 6 March 2023, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Ticket price: $5
To find out more information and to register for the event, click here.
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