What's On in Adelaide This Weekend
Discover what's on in Adelaide this weekend, with no shortage of good times to be had in this vibrant city.
It's easy to make the most of a weekend in Adelaide, with the city offering a diverse range of experiences to cater to every taste. Whether you're in the mood for live music, a market or a bite to eat, there's no shortage in sight of what's on in Adelaide this weekend.
Struggling to decide? We're here to help. Here's our guide to what's on in Adelaide this weekend, so you don't have to go digging.
2024 Adelaide Latin Festival
Following an epic debut in 2023, the Adelaide Latin Festival returns this September for a weekend of high-energy celebrations synonymous with Latin culture.
Strap on your dancing shoes and wear your stretchy pants, because you'll be dancing to live music, enjoying mouthwatering Latin cuisine and getting swept up in the party within the grounds of Adelaide Gaol. The event promises to delight, with a fabulous lineup of entertainment, food and culture.
September 20th - 21st
Empyre Fire Festival
Heat things up this weekend with a free fire festival in Adelaide, Empyre. Head down to Victoria Square to immerse yourself in fire shows and installations, pyrotechnics, music, workshops, coffee, food, kids entertainment and more! This is the biggest fire show in Australia, with performers from across the country showcasing their talent.
Victoria Square, Adelaide
Oyster Soiree at The Kitchen
The Kitchen in SkyCity Adelaide is hosting an elaborate Oyster Soiree throughout the month of September. The Kitchen's menu will see an array of limited-edition oyster dishes added to its menu, including a trio of entrees: a crispy oyster bao, pickled oyster crostini, and smoked oyster mousse-filled puri. You will also be able to feast your eyes (and your stomach) upon Oyster linguine, an oyster martini from the bar, or even an oyster shot with Herradura Tequila. There will also be pure shucked oysters ready to order, as well as shucked oysters with a range of toppings available to pick from if you prefer slurping your oysters with a little something extra to soften the saltiness.
Until 28th September (closed Sundays)
SkyCity Adelaide, Adelaide
Seafood Social at Madame Hanoi
SkyCity's Madame Hanoi is bringing a Seafood Social to Adelaide this month, with a special menu showcasing fresh and innovative seafood dishes inspired by Vietnamese cuisine.
For a special feast, opt for the 4-course banquet, or choose to order as you go, with premium South Australia oyster shooters with fresh wasabi, ling fish bao and mussels steamed in Bia Hanoi.
There will also be drink specials like $25 beer buckets and $12.50 lemon lychee spritzes bound to keep the good times rolling.
September 3rd to 28th
Seafood banquet only available 5.00pm to 7.00pm Tuesday - Saturday
SkyCity, North Terrace, Adelaide
Get Your Steps Up With Social Run Co
Looking for some health and wellness? There's no better option than a run club, which are super trendy right now. Social Run Co is bringing beginners and pros alike all together to enjoy a fun, social run every Sunday. Become a part of their close knit community and do something good for your body by getting some movement in before going about the rest of your day.
Every Sunday, 8.00am
Somerton Park
Kaurna Women's Art Collective: Sisters of Lartelare
Sisters of Lartelare is a multi-sensory exhibition presented by Kaurna Women's Art Collective. The exhibition will explore Kaurna history, stories, and culture connected to Yartapuulti-Port Adelaide and is an intergenerational project. You will experience open discussions, workshops, skill sharing and more as you immerse yourself in First Nations history and culture.
Until October 19th (closed Sundays and Mondays)
11.00am to 4.00pm
Lion Arts Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide
EDEN
Due to popular demand, the magic of Illuminate has been extended with the beauty of nature in EDEN, an interactive event highlighting the vibrant world around us. Created by Berlin-based studio flora&faunavisions, this exhibit blends art and nature, revealing playful and hopeful aspects of our environment.
Spanning 150 square meters of LED screens, EDEN invites you to explore a digital garden where your actions can spark growth and transformation.
In line with EDEN, the restaurant team at Aurora have created a brand new menu at The Light Room Bar to enjoy during your visit, and a special SALA exhibition at the Light Room Gallery makes this Adelaide-exclusive event perfect for the whole family, sparking curiosity, joy, and creativity.
Ticketed event, starting from $22pp
The Light Room at ILA, 63 Light Square
Umbrella Lights at Marina Pier
A bright winter awaits at Glenelg's Marina Pier with the return of Umbrella Lights, one of the best family-friendly events in Adelaide! Running until the end of September, this annual event features a gorgeous light installation of 14 umbrella-shaped displays.
Walk through the cool white frames and glowing blue lights, and stop at participating venues along the pier for amazing food and drink offers. It's a fabulous way to get outdoors and embrace a cosy winter.
Running until the end of September 2024
Glenelg Marina Pier
Coal Cellar and Grill Winter Food and Wine Series
Consider yourself a lover of meat and wine? You'll feel as though you've entered heaven from the moment you step foot inside of Coal Cellar and Grill, who has brought back its winter food and wine series for its 6th year.
Each month offers a theme of hearty, comforting and curated dishes. Throughout July, you'll feast on a chargrilled and wine pairing menu featuring Tomahawk & Torbreck, and in August, be delighted by Ribs & Rockford. These limited time additions to the a la carte menu are a must try before the season turns over into spring.
233 Victoria Square, Adelaide
UnWined
The National Wine Centre is kicking off your weekend the right way - with acoustic tunes and good quality wine. From 4pm to 7pm, enjoy a line up of Australian wines from their wine bar and unwind in style as you embrace the calming yet vibrant atmosphere. Running every Friday, you'll likely be back on more than one occasion.
Corner of Hackney Road and Botanic Road
Patritti's Cellar II
Patritti's is hosting Fridays and Sundays at their Cellar II, and both days are filled with delightful wines, food and entertainment. On Fridays, there's an abundance of rotating food trucks for you to pick your street food dinner vibe, as well as live music from local artists for you to enjoy while you sip on Patritti's selection of wines. The same goes for Sunday - it's the perfect end-of-week reset that you need before starting it all over again. Who knows, you may even be back for round two the weekend after!
Find out more here
13-23 Clacton Road, Dover Gardens, Adelaide
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