What’s On in Adelaide This Month: Your November Guide

November’s here, Adelaide — longer days, warmer nights, and the festive season is officially on. Groove at Sounds in the Quarry, sip your way down Sunset on Seppeltsfield Road. Catch The Nutcracker, lose yourself to RÜFÜS DU SOL, or rock out at bp Grand Final post-race gigs. Food and wine, tunes, vibes — November is your excuse to soak up every last drop of spring magic.

Start mapping out your calendar with our guide to what’s on in Adelaide this month.

What’s On in Adelaide This Month: Don’t Miss

Luxe New Era for Adelaide’s Mayfair Hotel

Big news for Adelaide’s luxury scene: the beloved Mayfair Hotel is getting a glamorous new chapter. IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Ark Capital to reimagine the heritage-listed 1930s landmark as Kimpton Mayfair Adelaide, marking the brand’s second Australian hotel. Known globally for thoughtful design, soulful hospitality and locally loved restaurants and bars, Kimpton will bring a boutique-meets-playful edge to the CBD icon. The hotel will continue operating under the Mayfair name, before a full refurbishment, with its grand relaunch slated for late 2026. A new era of luxury living (and rooftop sipping) is on the horizon.

Opening 2026

RÜFÜS DU SOL

Iconic Aussie electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL hits the stage at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on November 11th. After dropping their fifth album Inhale / Exhale, they’re bringing their genre‑defining live show back home with immersive production, a mix of new tracks and classic bangers. Whether you’re lost in the beat or vibing under the lights, this is a night built for losing yourself (in the very best way).

November 11th, 2025 from 7:30pm

Adelaide Entertainment Centre, 98 Port Road, Hindmarsh

Tickets are available here.

Your First Look at the WOMADelaide 2026 Lineup

The first 49 artists for WOMADelaide 2026 are here, and it’s a lineup that spans music from over 30 countries! From Yothu Yindi celebrating 35 years of Tribal Voice, Afro-funk innovator Obongjayar, Grammy-nominee Roberto Fonseca, to Marlon Williams with Kapa Haka group Ngā Mātai Pūrua, this edition promises a world of music, arts, and dance at Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla.

They join recently announced American singer-songwriter Iron & Wine, Irish folk band Beoga, ABC’s Pacific Break winner Mantis from Vanuatu and headliner Baker Boy — the proud Yolŋu man and hip-hop legend who is performing the only Adelaide show of his newly announced tour including tracks from his latest album DJANDJAY. Stay tuned for more lineup drops and festival news coming very, very soon!

WOMADelaide, March 6th to 9th, 2026

Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla, Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide 

First release tickets are on sale now.

The Matildas Announce Return to Adelaide

The CommBank Matildas are coming back to Adelaide, this time heading to Coopers Stadium on December 2nd, 2025 to take on New Zealand in the second match of their international series. It’s the final chance this year to see the team live as they gear up for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026.

After drawing record crowds at Adelaide Oval last year, the Matildas’ comeback promises to be one of the biggest nights of the season. Tickets are on sale now so rally your mates and get ready to cheer the green and gold.

Purchase tickets here.

34 Holden Street, Hindmarsh

What’s On in Adelaide This Month: Festivals, Entertainment & Culture

The Nutcracker

Ready for some festive magic? After a sell-out 2024 season, The Nutcracker returns to Her Majesty’s Theatre, bringing ballet’s most iconic Christmas story to life with world-class dancers from around the globe. Step into the Land of Sweets and be mesmerised by delicate snowflakes, the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy, dazzling costumes, and breathtaking sets. Every moment is crafted to captivate your imagination, spark wonder, and fill your heart with pure Christmas spirit.

November 26th to 28th, 2025

Her Majesty’s Theatre, 58 Grote Street, Adelaide

Tickets are available here.

Sounds in the Quarry 

Ditch the city and head down to the river — Sounds in the Quarry hits Overland Corner on November 8th, and it’s bigger, louder and wilder than ever. Now in its third year, this festival takes over a stunning 160‑year‑old stone quarry, with 24 artists across two killer stages. The Quarry Main Stage brings DIMATIK, YROR?, Luke Noize, Tazi, Seek N Destroy, Juchs and local legends Chris Low, Jazzy‑K, Jazza and more. Meanwhile, the Garden Stage is all vibes with Opposites Attract, Home Grown’s Ultimate 80s‑00s, Sarez, WhiteD and Nages. Free riverside camping comes with your ticket, making it the perfect weekend escape.

November 8th, 2pm to 11pm

205 Old Coach Road, Overland Corner

Tickets available here.

Adelaide Italian Festival

Pack your appetite and your party pants — the Adelaide Italian Festival hits SA this month, delivering 10 days of full‑on Italian vibes. With 60+ events across the state, this celebration of food, music, art, culture and community is one of the largest open‑access festivals in the Southern Hemisphere. From free entry street partying at the opening Festa in the Plaza to long lunches, film nights and heritage‑rich celebrations, there’s something for every mood and crew.

November 7th to 16th, 2025

Multiple locations

Find the full program here.

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National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant

Adelaide, it’s that time — the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is back and the city is about to get seriously festive. Glittering floats, live bands, clowns, cheeky elves, dancers and, of course, Father Christmas himself are taking over the streets, wrapping up with his big festive message at Beehive Corner in Rundle Mall.

Want the best view? Top spots to watch are Beehive Corner (fo the Santa magic), North Terrace (front-row without the sunrise wake-up), South Terrace/King William Street (where the action kicks off) and Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga (all the floats in one go). Pack sunscreen, water, your biggest waves and maybe a bit of chalk for the kids to get in on the fun. It’s free, it’s colourful, and it’s Adelaide’s ultimate festive kickoff.

November 8th, 2025 from 9:30 am

Pageant Route map

bp Adelaide Grand Final

Rev your engines and raise your hands — the bp Adelaide Grand Final isn’t just the city’s ultimate motorsport showdown, it’s also a full‑on rock concert extravaganza. On Saturday, four‑time Grammy winner Lenny Kravitz takes the stage on his Blue Electric Light Tour, with Aussie rock legends Jet opening up. Then on Sunday, it’s the powerhouse return of AC/DC on their POWER UP Tour, backed by wild Aussie crew Amyl and the Sniffers. Whether you’re here for the racing, the riffs or both, this one’s going to be loud, wild and unforgettable.

November 27th to 30th, 2025

Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi West 

Tickets are available here.

What’s On in Adelaide This Month: Food & Drink

Tippling Club x Bar Canopy

This is big. Tippling Club is touching down at Canopy Bar for its first-ever Australian residency. The former Asia’s 50 Best darling will transform Canopy’s 14-seat dining room into a boundary-breaking degustation by chef Ryan Clift, featuring hits like razor clam in pink garlic soup, the cult liquid omelette, wagyu in full umami mode and that iconic pear Tarte Tatin reimagined in burnt-butter sorbet. Champagne and rare Burgundy, naturally. And later in the night? A Tippling Club snack degustation at the bar.

November 19th to 22nd
November 26th to 29th

188 Hindley St, Adelaide

Tickets available here.

Sunset on Seppeltsfield Road

The palm-lined stretch of Seppeltsfield Road comes alive on November 21st for Sunset on Seppeltsfield Road. After sell-out events in 2023 and 2024, this annual Barossa celebration is back with food, wine, gin and beer from over 20 local wineries, distilleries and producers. Wander the road, sip standout local wines (your ticket includes a Spiegelau glass), nibble on gourmet bites, and let live music set the mood. All around you, the iconic palms, rolling vineyards and Barossa Ranges provide the perfect sunset backdrop for an unforgettable evening.

November 21st, 2025, 4pm to 8pm

195 Radford Road, Seppeltsfield

Tickets are available here.

Adelaide Wine Festival

Adelaide, raise your glasses — the Adelaide Wine Festival is back, and it’s all about celebrating the city’s vibrant wine culture. Born from the beloved Olive Tree Food & Wine stall at Adelaide Central Markets, this festival grew from a passion for quality, artisanal flavours into a full-on showcase of South Australia’s finest winemaking talent.

Expect meticulously curated wines, thoughtfully planned events, and an experience that’s as educational as it is indulgent. Each bottle tells a story, from vineyard to glass, and the festival is dedicated to sharing those stories while creating unforgettable moments for the community — whether you’re a wine newbie or a seasoned sipper.

November 23rd, 2025

Morphettville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Road, Morphettville

Tickets available here.

Lucky Dumpling Market

Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama transforms into a riverside wonderland of Asian street food for the return of the Lucky Dumpling Market. A joint venture from OzAsia Festival and the team at Gluttony, you’re invited to taste your way through bubble tea, baos, noodles, dumplings, and delicious eats from the Philippines, China, Thailand, India, Japan, Nepal, Korea, Vietnam, and more. This year, three exciting new vendors join 25 returning faves: Just Sticks’ giant squid skewers, Xeo Xeo’s sizzling Vietnamese pancakes, and Please Send Noods’ Italian–Asian fusion noodles. Enjoy free entertainment Thursday to Sunday with live music, DJs, cultural performances, films, games, and family fun. Grab your crew and let the dumplings take over.

October 17th to November 9th, 2025

Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama, King William Road, Adelaide

Free entry

What’s On in Adelaide This Month: Shopping & Markets

Shredded Threads AU Vintage Fashion Sale

Get ready to dig! Shredded Threads AU is landing at the Fashion Thrift Society on November 9th with the city’s biggest ever Kilo Sale — we’re talking thousands of kilos of vintage and pre-loved fashion. Hit the dedicated Shredded Threads AU section, pick your faves, weigh ’em, and pay $50 per kilo, then wander 200+ other stalls packed with hidden gems. It’s the ultimate weekend treasure hunt for bargain hunters and vintage fiends — early birds get the good stuff.

November 9th, 2025

St Clair Recreation Centre, 109 Woodville Road, Woodville

Tickets are available here.

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