November is a busy month in South Australia. Whether you’re watching the cricket, celebrating our multicultural state or exploring our Radical Textiles, there’s certainly no shortage of ways to fill your calendar.
Get ready for the biggest celebration of live music in South Australia! This month-long festival is set to elevate our local music scene with everything from intimate blues gigs in cozy pubs to grand orchestral concerts. Collaborating with major events around the state, this open-access music festival will bring sounds to every corner of Adelaide and beyond. Whether you’re jamming out to your favourite band or discovering new talent, there’s something for every music lover.
Sunset on Seppeltsfield Road
1 November
Enjoy the magic of sunset at Seppeltsfield Road with an unforgettable evening overlooking the vineyards and palms. With more than 20 wineries, distilleries, food vendors, art and live music coming together, this is the perfect way to experience the Barossa at its best. Cheers to a stunning start to November!
Special Olympics SA State Games Opening Ceremony
1 November
Celebrate inclusivity and athleticism at this joyful opening ceremony, featuring a torch-lighting ceremony and athletes’ parade at Priceline Stadium in Mile End. There will also be speeches from athletes who represented Australia at the Olympics, Paralympics and Virtus Global Games. This ceremony marks the start of a two-week event that showcases the power of sport and community to empower people with intellectual disabilities.
Adelaide Italian Festival
1-10 November
Indulge in a taste of Italy during this 10-day cultural celebration. From food to fashion, music and art, immerse yourself in all things Italian across Adelaide. Signature events include a vintage car show, outdoor movie night, and a scenic bike ride through the Barossa – La Grande Gita – offering a unique Italian twist.
National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant
2 November
It’s time to kickstart the festive season with the largest parade in the southern hemisphere! Watch as over 80 colourful floats, fairy tale characters and marching bands lead the way for Father Christmas. Join more than 320,000 excited attendees lining the streets to experience the magic.
Supanova Comic Con & Gaming
2-3 November
Ready to celebrate all things pop culture? Supanova is back at Adelaide Showground with an incredible line-up of celebrity guests, including Anthony Daniels (C-3PO from Star Wars) and Adam Savage from MythBusters. Dive into the vibrant world of comics, anime and gaming with panel discussions, workshops, and a bustling marketplace.
Poppin Out: Pride Edition
2 November
Celebrating 51 years of Pride March in Adelaide, Pride Adelaide is set to bring an unprecedented level of fabulousness to our city’s streets. This year, they’ve teamed up with Mary’s Poppin for a fabulous Poppin Out street party at the end of the march. The electrifying line-up includes Samantha Jade, Nikki Webster, and drag stars like Kane Enable and Jimi the Kween. Expect a day-to-night celebration full of fierce performances, DJ sets, and unforgettable moments.
Fleurieu Beer Festival
2 November
With 10 breweries from across the Fleurieu Peninsula, live music and plenty of delicious food, this is the perfect spring day out with your mates in Willunga. Come along to meet the brewers, enjoy a cold one, and soak up the spring vibes.
Naracoorte World Heritage Festival
2 November
Celebrate 30 years of UNESCO World Heritage status at the Naracoorte Caves with a day full of fun for all ages. From the Cave Run and market stalls to special tours and talks on prehistoric wonders, this is your chance to explore one of South Australia’s most iconic natural treasures.
Russell Hobbs British Film Festival 2024
6 November – 8 December
This treat for film buffs and Anglophiles boasts a stellar line-up of dramas, thrillers, comedies and documentaries featuring acclaimed actors like Saoirse Ronan, Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh. Catch all the action at Palace Nova Eastend and Prospect cinemas.
Shannons Adelaide Rally
8-10 November
The largest event of its type in the world, this three-day tarmac rally boasts over 300 entrants, who chart a thrilling journey across the Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula. With street parties and designated spectator zones, everyone can experience the excitement up close for themselves.
Lucia di Lammermoor
8-16 November
With sprawling sets, lavish costumes and a romance to die for, this is grand opera at its most glorious. The tragic tale follows fragile Lucia, caught between love and loyalty, and finally driven over the edge in one of opera’s most famous ‘mad scenes.’ Presented by State Opera South Australia and featuring Emma Pearson as Lucia, this production breathes new life into a beloved classic.
Men’s 2nd ODI v Pakistan
8 November
Watch Australia and Pakistan go head-to-head in the second Men’s One Day International at Adelaide Oval. It’s a chance for a memorable day out in true Aussie style, with lots of live cricket action to enjoy while you cheer on your team from the stands and raise a beer to your heroes. If you’re a sports fan who wants a real treat, you can upgrade your experience with premium seating.
Sounds in the Quarry
9 November
Join us for a unique festival experience at the historic Overland Corner Hotel and rock quarry. With over 24 artists performing across two stages, plus local food and drinks, Sounds in the Quarry is an awesome day surrounded by music and nature.
Froth and Fury Fest
9 November
Ready your neck for the inevitable bang-over – it will definitely be worth it! Featuring heavy metal bands like Northlane and Fear Factory, and showcasing some of the finest craft beers at Port Adelaide’s Harts Mill, this festival is perfect for those who like their music loud and their beer cold.
Feast Festival
9-24 November
Feast Festival is back for its 27th year, celebrating LGBTQIA+ arts and culture. From drag bingo to pool parties and even the new Adelaide Queer Film Festival, there are countless ways to be part of this colourful and diverse celebration. It’s a celebration of community and togetherness that’s large, loud, curvy and kind!
Second Life Markets
10 November
Fashion lovers, this one’s for you! These very cool markets from the UK and interstate are making their Adelaide debut, offering vintage and pre-loved clothing from local sellers at The Market Shed. Come along to find unique pieces, support sustainable fashion and meet fellow fashion enthusiasts.
VAILO Adelaide 500
14-17 November
Start your engines for Australia’s largest domestic motorsport event, the VAILO Adelaide 500! Watch as the supercars race through Adelaide’s streets, enjoy freestyle BMX and FMX shows, and rock the night away to live music performances by the likes of Cold Chisel and Crowded House. There’s no shortage of thrills at this iconic event.
AdeLOUD
16 November
Get ready to get loud at AdeLOUD, the new student-led music festival at the University of Adelaide! With artists like Genesis Owusu and Elsy Wameyo, this event celebrates up-and-coming talent and brings together art, music and high-energy performances for an unforgettable day.
Radical Textiles
23 November 2024 – 30 March 2025
This stunning, diverse and colourful exhibition celebrates the cutting-edge innovations, enduring traditions and shared knowledge woven into fabric over the past 150 years. Featuring 100 makers, artists, designers and activists, this major exhibition draws on the Art Gallery of South Australia’s international, Australian and First Nations collections of textiles and fashion, as well as sculpture, painting, photography and moving image.
Cultured
23 November
Cultured is a unique, multicultural event celebrating the lives of South Australians with refugee and multicultural backgrounds. Held at Four Oaks Farm in the Adelaide Hills, it offers great food and fabulous live performances. Enjoy workshops, special multicultural lunches and dinners, and explore the stalls while taking in the tranquil farm environment. Come along for a day of cultural immersion and community connection.
Multicultural Festival
24 November
This colourful festival is the state government’s flagship event for promoting and showcasing multiculturalism in SA. More than 80 multicultural community organisations will display their diverse cultures across music, dance, food, art and lots more fun activities. Try Tai Chi, experience a Congolese hair-wrapping workshop, make a traditional Ukrainian Motanka doll or just soak up the diverse entertainment on the main stage in all its multicultural glory. This free event, happening in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, is fun for the whole family.
Port Noarlunga Blues Festival
29 November – 1 December
South Australia’s largest blues festival is set to bring three days of rhythm and soul to Port Noarlunga. With both free and ticketed events showcasing local and interstate talent, this family-friendly festival promises to be a feast for blues lovers. Enjoy live performances by bands like Hoy Hoy! and The Hawkins Band across multiple venues.
Notestock 2024
29 November
Wrap up Good Music Month with Notestock 2024 at UniBar. Featuring punk rockers Private Function, Adelaide’s own West Thebarton, and a whole lot more, this all-ages event is the perfect way to end November on a high note. Grab a drink, enjoy the tunes and celebrate the local music scene.
