Let’s cheers to the long weekend in style with good food, drinks and tunes.
EAT. DRINK. CLINK. FESTIVAL | Clink (202 Main Road, McLaren Vale) | March 9
Experience the finest offerings from local beer, wine, and spirits producers, accompanied by live music at Eat. Drink. Clink. Festival! Your ticket to this epic festival will include a tasting glass granting you access to the various producer tastings. Some of the highlights include Hardys, Swell, Grant Burge, St Hallott, Shifty Lizard, Never Never Distillery, South Ave, Mt Compass Spirits, and Riot Wine Co. Plus, for added convenience, a return bus trip is available from their sister venues, including The Highway, The Warradale and Morphett Arms Hotels.
SOUTH EAST BEER & BBQ FEST | Mount Gambier, Limestone Coast | March 9 & 10
The Beer & BBQ Festival is on its way, bringing the electrifying atmosphere of Adelaide’s renowned event to the heart of South Australia’s Limestone Coast. Prepare to groove to the tunes of The Smith Street Band, Bad//Dreems, The Pretty Littles, with special appearances by Regurgitator and many more. Quench your thirst with a stellar lineup of brewers, featuring Adelaide favourites like Pirate Life, Big Shed, and Mismatch. Witness the debut of Limestone Coast’s very own Woolstore, Loophole and Little Rippa. Plus, feast your eyes and stomachs on mouthwatering BBQ delights. There’ll also be BMX and skating demos, the ‘Southern Steak Showdown & Backyard BBQ Championships,’ engaging panel talks, a hot dog eating contest, axe throwing, a tattoo parlour, bustling markets, a silent disco, and the regional premiere of the legendary Beer Bod Wet T-Shirt Competition!
THE GREAT AUSSIE G&T OFF | CHALK HILL COLLETIVE (56 Field Street, McLaren Vale) | March 10
The quest for Australia’s finest gin and tonic is back, thanks to Never Never Distilling Co. and Fever-Tree. Following last year’s sold-out success, the lush lawns of Chalk Hill will once again be transformed for a single day into a spectacular G&T lawn event, promising a beverage experience sure to make waves. Tickets grant access to two gin and tonic beverages and entry to the G&T extravaganza. Be quick – tickets are limited!
WOMADELAIDE | Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla | Until March 11
WOMADelaide stands as a cherished open-air festival, dedicated to cultural exploration, and it’s back at the breathtaking Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla! Since its inception in 1992, this global celebration has carved out a distinctive niche in Australia’s festival scene, presenting a rich tapestry of music, arts, dance, and ideas from across the globe. WOMADelaide has unveiled its initial artist lineup, featuring renowned names such as Ziggy Marley who ends the long weekend in epic style when he takes to the stage on March 11.
2024 TAB Adelaide Cup – Croser Fashions on the Field | Morphettville Racecourse | March 11
Of course, our long weekend events calendar wouldn’t be complete without Adelaide Cup’s Coser Fashions on the Field. Whether you’re a fan of the classic elegance of Best Suited or the show-stopping flair of Best Dressed, this is your chance to shine on the Flourish catwalk. Register on the day, with winners and runners-up scoring bragging rights and a prize pack featuring Croser sparkling wine, Westfield vouchers, and cash! Stay tuned online for more details, including the big reveal of your esteemed judges.
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