Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition (external site)
11 July - 8 November | Art Gallery of South Australia
Monet to Matisse: Defying Tradition traces a ground-breaking era in art history through iconic works by the most influential European and American artists of the 19th and 20th centuries. Experience fifty-seven masterworks from the Toledo Museum of Art’s world-renowned collection, as Monet to Matisse tells the story of artists defying tradition and transforming modern art, from Impressionism to Cubism and Surrealism to Abstract Expressionism.
James Tylor: Turrangka...in the shadows
31 July - 1 November | Art Gallery of South Australia
Discover the powerful work of Kaurna artist James Tylor in this major exhibition exploring Country, culture and identity. Bringing together more than a decade of photography, hand-crafted cultural objects and innovative visual storytelling, Turrangka...in the shadows invites visitors to reflect on history through a contemporary First Nations perspective.
Meet Me At Johnnies
6 August - 31 October | Carrick Hill
Step back into Adelaide’s retail history at, an exhibition celebrating the golden age of John Martin’s Department Store and the Hayward family who helped shape the iconic institution. Discover the stories, traditions and memories behind “Johnnies” - from elegant window displays and Christmas celebrations to fashion, homewares and the much-loved Magic Cave.
2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition
29 August - 14 February | South Australian Museum
See the natural world through a new lens at the 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition. Featuring 100 stunning finalist images capturing extraordinary moments across Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea, the exhibition showcases the beauty of our flora, fauna and landscapes through the eyes of professional, emerging and junior photographers.
A Brush with Art
5 September - 11 October | Flinders and Southern Flinders Rangers
Discover art, landscapes and country communities on a creative journey through the Flinders and Southern Flinders Ranges and the Outback. A Brush with Art invites visitors to explore exhibitions, workshops, open studios, sculpture and murals, while experiencing the unique food, heritage and hospitality of regional South Australia.
Royal Adelaide Show
5-13 September | Adelaide Showground
It wouldn’t be spring in Adelaide without the Royal Adelaide Show. For nine days, the Adelaide Showground comes alive with rides, animals, food and family entertainment. Wander the exhibition halls, cheer on the woodchoppers, meet the animals and relive the timeless tradition of choosing the perfect showbag.
AirTouch 500 at The Bend
11-13 September | Tailem Bend
Feel the thrill of Supercars as the AirTouch 500 roars into Shell V-Power Motorsport Park at The Bend. Watch Australia’s best drivers go head-to-head in a 500-kilometre endurance race, with three days of high-speed action, family entertainment and a festival-style atmosphere in the Murray River, Lakes & Coorong.
Grenache & Gourmet Festival
15 September - 5 October | McLaren Vale
Explore the flavours of McLaren Vale at Grenache & Gourmet, an 18-day celebration of world-class wine, exquisite food and the stories behind every bottle. From intimate tastings and meet-the-maker masterclasses to paddock-to-plate feasts, discover the region through the eyes of its passionate winemakers and producers.
Clare Valley Festival of the Lamb
23-27 September | Clare Valley
Welcome spring in the Clare Valley, where new-season lamb, local produce and country hospitality take centre stage. Enjoy paddock-to-plate experiences, regional wine, art, fashion, workshops and special events across Clare and surrounding towns, celebrating the people and produce of the region.
2026 Hockey Australia Women's Masters Championships
25 September - 3 October | State Hockey Centre & the Port Adelaide District Hockey Club
Hockey takes centre stage in Adelaide for the 2026 Hockey Australia Women’s Masters Championships. Cheer on women’s masters teams from across Australia as they battle it out over 10 days of national competition at the State Hockey Centre and Port Adelaide District Hockey Club.
Barossa Sessions
25 September - 5 October | Barossa
Turn up the volume at Barossa Sessions, a new music festival spanning two weekends. Discover live music at 12 venues across the region, from intimate acoustic performances to larger headline acts under the stars, paired with local food, wine, beer and gin. Create your own festival experience by choosing your favourite performances, venues and experiences along the way.
Nature Festival
25 September - 11 October | Across South Australia
Discover more than 350 nature-inspired experiences across South Australia at this festival. From guided walks, gardens and outdoor adventures to art, music, food, wellbeing and Aboriginal culture, there’s something for everyone, with plenty of free and family-friendly events. This year’s theme, ‘SEED’, explores how small beginnings can grow into meaningful connections with nature, community and culture.
Death of a Salesman
26 September - 4 October | Festival Theatre
Experience one of the great works of 20th-century theatre as Neil Armfield’s acclaimed production of Death of a Salesman arrives at Adelaide’s Festival Theatre. Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winning actor Anthony LaPaglia makes his Adelaide stage debut as Willy Loman, alongside Alison Whyte, Josh Helman and Ben O’Toole in Arthur Miller’s powerful exploration of family, ambition, identity and the pressures of success.
