Looking for something to do this April? From Gather Round and street food festivals to creative workshops, coastal celebrations and school-holiday adventures, South Australia is bursting with events.
Barossa Arts Festival
1-30 April
Get ready to paint the town as colour comes to the Barossa with secret studio trails, hands-on workshops with world-class makers, and epic live gigs under the vines. Whether you’re hunting for that statement art piece, vibing to the Battle of Bands music showdown, or sipping bold reds at the Tanunda Hub, it’s the ultimate cultural escape.
Meadows Easter Fair
3-6 April
Get ready for four days of Easter excitement as the Meadows Easter Fair lights up this charming Adelaide Hills village with non‑stop community fun. Wander through 100+ stalls bursting with handmade goods, plants, local produce and quirky treasures, tuck into delish eats, enjoy live entertainment, kids’ activities and even a petting zoo. Free entry and family‑friendly vibes make this a must‑visit South Australian Easter tradition.
Clare Easter Arts and Craft Fair
4 April
Get ready to kick off the Easter long weekend with creative buzz. Head to Clare’s Main North Road precinct to browse dozens of quality stalls showcasing handmade gifts, local art, homewares and one‑of‑a‑kind finds. Fuel your wander with tasty treats, soak up friendly regional vibes, and score the perfect Easter treat or unique treasure.
Adelaide Medieval Festival
4-5 April
Get ready to travel back in time as Bonython Park transforms into a lively medieval village packed with jousting, armoured combat demonstrations, living‑history displays and a bustling market. Don your best medieval garb and revel in tavern vibes, period music, artisan stalls, costumed performers and family‑friendly fun. A weekend of history‑meets‑high‑energy awaits.
Autumn School Holiday Apple Picking
11-26 April
Head to the iconic @Lenswood Pick Your Own orchard in the Adelaide Hills to pluck crisp, juicy apples straight from the tree. With giant outdoor games, vintage tractors and local treats at the Farm Café, it’s a fresh‑air family adventure that turns a school break into delicious memories just a scenic drive from the city.
AFL Gather Round
9-12 April
The ultimate Festival of Footy returns for 2026 as fans from all corners of the country bounce into SA for a massive weekend. Eighteen teams will battle it out across nine games at Adelaide Oval, Norwood Oval and a return to the Barossa, which was a smash hit last year. Away from the oval ball, there are markets, long lunches, wine tours and activities right across the state.
SA Youth Week 2026
9-17 April
The state’s biggest party for young people aged 12–25, SA Youth Week offers a nine‑day splash of arts, sports, culture and community‑powered fun. With events by and for young people happening in the city and regions alike, it’s all about showcasing talent, sparking connections and amplifying youth voices. Expect workshops, performances, activities and big energy as young South Australians take centre stage.
Electric Island Festival 2026
11 April
Get ready to dance by the dunes! Electric Island Festival Adelaide 2026 brings sun‑soaked vibes and world‑class electronic beats to Glenelg Beach. Expect an explosive open‑air party with top DJs like Armand Van Helden and Flight Facilities spinning deep house, progressive and festival anthems right beside the ocean. It’s an 18+ beach rave where golden hour meets euphoric beats.
Norwood Food & Wine Festival
12 April
Returning during AFL Gather Round, the Norwood Food & Wine Festival transforms The Parade into one of Adelaide’s biggest street parties. Expect a full day of South Aussie flavours, with local restaurants, wineries, breweries and distillers serving up their best alongside live music, roving entertainment and big screens showing the footy. It’s the perfect place to eat, drink and celebrate.
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The Bend Running Festival
12 April
On your marks, get ready and go along to this inaugural running festival at The Bend Motorsport Park. From a half marathon with a Pit Lane start to a 1km Kids’ Dash, this Tailem Bend event has something for everyone, no matter their fitness level or ability. How often do you get to run on a motor racing circuit?
Adelaide Equestrian Festival
16-19 April
Saddle up for an epic ride as the Adelaide Equestrian Festival brings Olympic-level sport and relaxed festival vibes to the city’s park lands. Watch elite riders and horses tackle dressage, cross-country and show jumping in the only five-star equestrian event in the Southern Hemisphere – all alongside food, wine, family activities and live entertainment.
SALT Festival
17-26 April
Set against the spectacular coastline of Port Lincoln, the SALT Festival is a 10-day celebration of creativity, culture and community on South Australia’s Southern Eyre Peninsula. Expect an eclectic mix of live music, art, talks, workshops and unforgettable food and wine experiences, all showcasing the region’s vibrant creative scene.
The Laura Folk Fair
18-19 April
Get ready to feel the buzz! The Laura Folk Fair 2026 turns the picturesque town of Laura into a vibrant playground of music, colour and creativity. Over two action-packed days, enjoy live tunes on multiple stages, hunt for unique artisan treasures, devour local foodie delights, ride the carnival attractions and soak up the infectious community spirit. It’s handmade, it’s local and it’s fun.
Yorke Peninsula Saltwater Classic
18-19 April
A celebration of coastal heritage and seaside fun on SA’s gorgeous Spencer Gulf. Wooden and classic boats line the foreshore in Stansbury before streaming out in a colourful parade to Port Vincent, where more maritime displays, seaside markets, vintage cars, live music and art exhibitions bring the bayside buzz to life.
2026 Santos Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge
23-26 April
Adelaide’s State Basketball Centre transforms into the ultimate stage for world‑class wheelchair rugby, with elite national teams – including the Australian Steelers – charging into fierce competition alongside domestic champs and a buzzing juniors division. Packed with full‑on contact, tactical thrills and inclusive fan experiences, it’s four days of high‑energy sport you won’t want to miss.
