What’s On in Adelaide This Weekend: Our Top 5 Picks

It’s easy to have fun when you know what’s happening around town, and we’re here to tell you Adelaide is anything but boring. Our humble little city offers a range of experiences to cater to every taste and budget. Whether you’re in the mood for live music, drinks with the girls in a cosy wine bar, a day at a cellar door, taking a hot girl walk or finding a delicious bite to eat, there is no shortage of activities and activations.

Struggling to make concrete plans? We’re here to help! Here’s our curated guide to what’s on in Adelaide this weekend, highlighting the top five things we’re adding to our calendars. We don’t gatekeep!

Win Dad the Ultimate Father’s Day Surprise, Thanks to Taylors Wines 

This Father’s Day, some thanks deserve more than a card. We’ve teamed up with Taylors Wines to help you celebrate the dads, grandads, stepdads and father figures who’ve always shown up. Their “Thanks Dad Doorstep Deliveries” include a bottle of Taylors Wine and a personal note — delivered straight to his door.  

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Boutique Cinema Experience at The Piccadilly

Movie night just got an upgrade at The Piccadilly’s Boutique Cinema experience. Stage two of the Wallis family’s renovation has reimagined cinemas 2 and 3 into luxe havens with plush armchairs, cosy two-person sofas, chaise lounges, lamp-lit consoles and QR-code in-seat dining. Catch a mix of New Releases, Classics, Retro hits, Boutique Girls’ Night Out and Series-based sessions while grazing on boards, sliders, pizzas, loaded fries and indulgent desserts — Platter of Sin, anyone? Wash it all down with your choice of wine, beer, cocktail or a velvety affogato. Ideal for a dreamy date night or a fun catch-up with friends and fam.

Find out what’s playing here.

Fleurieu Food Festival

This August, the Fleurieu Peninsula invites you to uncover its hidden culinary treasures with the return of the Fleurieu Food Festival — a month-long celebration of food, wine, people and place. Now in its fourth year, the 2025 program features over 60 events spanning vineyard feasts, intimate long lunches, farm-fresh experiences, and hands-on workshops.

This weekend, embark on a one-hour deep dive into botanical spirits at Fleurieu Gin, get cosy with a glass of wine and baked Camembert for two at Gemtree Wines, and discover the cutest farm shop set among olive trees at Peninsula Providore’s Nangkita Grove.

The full program is available here

August 1st to 31st, various locations

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Find the full program here.

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Dipped Sundays at Sol Rooftop

Sol Rooftop’s Dipped Sundays are the Sunday sesh you didn’t know you needed. Start with a warm cocktail by the fire pit, then dip and swirl your way through two hours of bottomless chocolate fondue with all the good stuff — fresh fruit, brownies, churros, and more. Cosy vibes, city views and serious indulgence. A heads up, bookings are a must!

Sundays, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm, book here

SkyCity Adelaide, 125 North Terrace, Adelaide

If you loved our guide to what’s on in Adelaide this weekend, keep the fun times going and check out things to do in Adelaide CBD or, if you’re looking to save those pennies, check out our favourite free things to do in the city.