It might be cold outside, but you won’t want to hibernate when you get a load of July’s events line-up! Discover new wines at cosy cellar doors, treat yourself to an indulgent celebration of chocolate, and warm up at an awesome array of arts, music and family festivals!
Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers
1-31 July
Visit Coonawarra cellar doors this month to taste why the region’s wines are renowned for outstanding quality, flavour and cellaring abilities. Wine lovers can choose from more than 40 events, including exclusive wine tastings, fireside feasts and behind-the-scenes tours. Spend a weekend and relax in the warmth and hospitality that is quintessentially Coonawarra.
Winter Choc Fest
1-31 July
Indulge in this decadent event at the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company. You can enjoy outdoor winter dome dining on the eastern lawns, a delicious hot chocolate menu at Benni’s Café, plus fondue and wine tasting at the Vineyard Road cellar door.
Campbelltown Pizza Festival
1-31 July
Tantalise your tastebuds at this celebration of Campbelltown’s legendary warm Italian hospitality. Showcasing some of the suburb’s best restaurants and cafés, the festival offers pizza and pasta specials, all-you-can-eat deals, plus entertainment, including kids’ crafts, face painting and pizza-making classes.
Illuminate Adelaide
4-21 July
Winter nights are for Illuminate Adelaide! Held annually on Kaurna Country, this celebration of art, light, music and technology features global luminaries transforming the CBD into a magical wonderland with free and ticketed events. Discover the transformation of well-worn streets, hidden gems and cultural icons into a city-wide spectacle.
Whisky Live
5-6 July
Whisky Live is Adelaide’s premiere whisky sampling event, showcasing high-quality whiskies from around the world. Enjoy tastings, short classes and a buffet of food to refresh your palate. Held at Drill Hall at Torrens Parade Ground, this event is perfect for both whisky novices and connoisseurs.
Glenelg Winter Arts Festival
5-21 July
Hit the Bay for this fantastic celebration of every kind of performance art: live music, stand-up comedy, circus, cabaret, magic, burlesque, theatre and family shows. Between shows, kick back with culinary delights and a bar with a bespoke drinks selection, all set against the backdrop of crackling fire pits and charming big-top tents at Colley Reserve.
Urban Cocktail Trail: Henley Beach
6 July
Round up the gang, and head to the beach to explore Henley’s vibrant cocktail scene. Start with a bite to eat and your first cocktail at the start before making your way around the trail to redeem your cocktail vouchers. This self-guided experience lets you choose your favourites from the signature cocktail list at a range of inviting bars and seaside hangouts.
River Murray International Dark Sky Star Party
6 July
Celebrate the River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve at this community party, held at Walker Flat Community Hall. Learn all about the future of astronomy from speakers including Australia’s first Astronomer at Large, Fred Watson. Remember to embrace the “star” theme and get your glam on for a night to remember.
Adelaide Beer & BBQ Festival
12-14 July
Experience an action-packed weekend at the Adelaide Showground. This year’s event features the largest barbecue selection ever assembled at the festival plus a wide array of craft beers. Enjoy live music from the Australian Rock Collective, featuring members of Powderfinger, Spiderbait, You Am I and Jet, plus a whole lot of other Aussie bands. You can also get involved in pie-eating contests, axe throwing, a silent disco and the legendary beer bod wet t-shirt competition.
Spin Off Adelaide
19 July
Spin Off returns to the Adelaide Showgrounds featuring international sensations and homegrown heroes. Enjoy performances by girl in red, Conan Gray, Peach PRC, G Flip and more on the main stage, while a host of DJs soundtrack the dedicated dance area. The festival also includes plenty of food and drink options, vintage clothing stalls and rides.
Cellar Door Fest: Winter Edit
19-20 July
Back by popular demand, the winter edition of Cellar Door Fest brings winery vibes to the Adelaide Convention Centre. Enjoy South Australia’s finest food, wines and spirits, plus live music and creative workshops. Secure your spot for this ultimate winter warmer – tickets go fast!
Reimagining the Renaissance
20 July – 13 April
See European Renaissance in a whole new light with this exhibition at the Art Gallery of South Australia. It includes works on loan from private and public exhibitions alongside the gallery’s own stunning paintings, sculptures and decorative arts. Enjoy free entry and find out why these artistic gems have continuing significance today.
The Questions
26 July – 17 August
She has a master’s degree in Gender Studies. He thinks Jordan Peterson would make an ideal dinner guest. How could their blind date possibly go wrong? This world premiere rom-com musical by State Theatre Company South Australia is inspired by a true story from the COVID-19 pandemic, offering a hilarious observation of modern intimacy.
Willunga Almond Blossom Festival
27-28 July
Enjoy family fun on a day out at Willunga with show rides, an animal nursery, live music, and market stalls. Highlights include the Saturday night fireworks and the almond cookery and cracking competitions.
Railfest 2024
27-28 July
Attention trainspotters! Pichi Richi Railway Society is celebrating 50 years of running trains with this celebration of steam-powered rail travel. As well as train rides, there are behind-the-scenes tours, vintage cars, and lashings of delicious country hospitality. It’s a chance to experience history brought to life.
The Music of Hans Zimmer
26-27 July
The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra pays tribute to one of the most influential film composers of all time, Hans Zimmer, with an immersive concert at the Festival Theatre. Hosted by popular podcasters from Art of the Score, audiences will enjoy music from Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, Gladiator and more.
Winter Reds
26-28 July
Celebrate Winter Reds in the Adelaide Hills with premium cool-climate red wines, open fires, live music, and hearty food. Celebrate day and night at over 30 wineries and venues, hosting everything from cosy long lunching and dinner feasts to live music and art trails. There’s even a pizza and s’mores masterclass – paired with red wines, naturally!
