Events around South Australia in 2025
Each month, sa move brings you our pick of SA events that everyone should have on their calendar.
June 2025
It’s tempting to stay rugged up on the couch lamenting how early it gets dark these days, but these great SA events will lure you away from the heater. See what’s on the calendar this winter.
1. Winter Whale Fest
When: 1–30 June
Where: Victor Harbor
Be prepared for a ‘whale’ of a time on the Fleurieu Peninsula this June as the magnificent southern right whales make their annual splash off the coast. The month-long Winter Whale Fest is full of events, activities and workshops to suit the whole family.
Take the free self-guided whale art trail, put pen to paper in a drawing workshop or try a whale-spotter training session so you know what to look out for. Deep dive into the full program to celebrate nature, science, culture and creativity this winter.
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2. Adelaide Cabaret Festival
When: 5–21 June
Where: Various locations
Put down the knitting, the book and the broom and reach for your sequins and feather boas instead – it’s time to start celebrating the Adelaide Cabaret Festival way. Returning to Adelaide for the 25th dazzling time, this year’s program is a radiant medley of local, national and international acts.
Be swept up and sing along with Piano Man, as the musical mastery of Dr Trevor Jones graces the Quartet Bar. The free show starts at 9.30pm with the king of the keys playing late into the night. Have your cake and eat it too at the festival’s special 25th Birthday Party or, if you’re overwhelmed by choice, try a premium package; three shows including drinks hand-picked by artistic director Virginia Gay. Come this way, your table’s waiting!
3. Great Kanku-Breakaways Bolt
When: 8 June
Where: Kanku–Breakaways Conservation Park, Coober Pedy
Join the red kangaroo, echidna and emu on an early morning amble through the spectacular South Australian outback. With your laces tied or your bike helmet securely fastened, you’ll see this majestic, arid scenery up close when you take part in the Great Kanku-Breakaways Bolt.
There are distances for all ages and abilities, including a 2.5km mini bolt for kids under 12 years of age, a 10km that you can walk or run and a 42.2km marathon. If you’d rather save the sore feet, take in the scenery from the saddle with one of the bike riding options. Make a weekend of it and explore Coober Pedy while you’re there.
4. SA Truck and Ute Show
When: 8 June
Where: Mannum
Do you like big rigs? Nab your place kerb-side as the main street of Mannum is closed for this massive event. Trucks of all sizes, utes and four-wheel-drives will strut their stuff at the SA Truck and Ute Show.
See the evolution of working and load-hauling vehicles, view vintage cars on display and be dwarfed by enormous trucks. Fuel up with a selection of food, live bands and local stalls and produce.
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5. Port Adelaide vs Melbourne: Member Recognition Round
When: 15 June
Where: Adelaide Oval
Calling all Power fans. Be part of the action when Port Adelaide takes on Melbourne in Round 14 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. To celebrate RAA’s partnership with the Port Adelaide Football Club, we have a range of member exclusive experiences and discounts on offer.
There are loads of exclusive competitions for RAA members. Win the chance to toss the coin, join the guard of honour or even a pre-game RoofClimb. Don’t have your tickets yet? You can get exclusive discounted $25 General Admission just for being an RAA member. Don’t forget to bring your physical or digital RAA card on the day, so you can enjoy more member exclusive activities and giveaways at the pre-game RAA Lounge in The William Magarey Room. Seriously kicking goals!
6. Pasta Like Nonna Makes
When: 21 June
Where: Cut Hill Distillery, Hindmarsh Valley
Think of all the culinary ‘pasta-bilities’ once you can make your own spaghetti and ravioli. We’ve shown you five easy steps for making your own pasta, so why not get your hands floury during Cut Hill Distillery’s Pasta Like Nonna Makes three-hour pasta-making experience.
While sipping your gin, you’ll learn tips and tricks for kneading, shaping, stuffing and saucing. Take home your delicious creations, as well as extra recipes so you can re-create the magic again and again.
