What’s On This Weekend

You know it’s nearly the festive season when a Christmas event creeps into our calendar…

Adelaide Italian Festival | various locations | November 10–19

The Adelaide Italian Festival invites South Australians to indulge in and celebrate Italian culture. Taking place over 10 days, this inclusive festival will present a diverse array of activities that highlight the essence of Italian heritage in South Australia, encompassing food, wine, music, fashion, automobiles, and beyond.

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Handpicked Festival | Langhorne creek | November 11

Nestled amid vineyards and gum trees, escape the hustle and bustle and rediscover the joys of dancing barefoot, savoring picnics on the lush lawn, indulging in exceptional wine, immersing yourself in world-class music, soaking in the laidback atmosphere, and savoring delightful surprises along the way – an artfully crafted sensory adventure meticulously tailored to your delight. Last year, Mother Nature cancelled this epic event; this year, nothing can dampen the mood! Be quick there are still tickets to Tent City, where you can rock out in the festival’s onsite camping space.

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Baubles & Bubbles | The Makery co. (37A Mount Barker Road, Shop 1, Hahndorf, Adelaide Hills) | November 11

Craft your own unique festive designs on two glass baubles during this two-hour festive Hills workshop. These creations make a wonderful addition to your Christmas decor or can serve as a thoughtful gift for a loved one. Workshop participants will be provided with two glass baubles (measuring 12cm in diameter) and two battery-operated tealight candles to illuminate their baubles from within. BYO snacks and bubbles; glassware and plates are provided!

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Grinspoon | hindley Music hall (149 Hindley Street, Adelaide) | November 11

Prepare for an electrifying musical adventure as Australian alternative rock icons, Grinspoon, embark on their long-awaited Easy Detention Tour – their first headline tour in four years. During this unforgettable journey, they will set the stage ablaze with iconic tracks from their 1999 album Easy such as Ready 1, Secrets and Rock Show. There’ll also be hits from 2002’s New Detention, including Chemical Heart, Lost Control and No Reason. Fans can also expect a selection of their all-time favourite tunes, all delivered in a thrilling 90-minute headline set.

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