Events around South Australia in 2025
Each month, sa move brings you our pick of SA events that everyone should have on their calendar.
December 2025
Wondering how to beat the December heat while soaking up the holiday spirit? Here’s what’s on across SA this month.
1. The Zoo by Sir Arthur Sullivan
When: 1–3 December
Where: Fig Tree Function Centre, Adelaide Zoo
Where better to see the lighthearted one-act opera, The Zoo, than at… the Adelaide Zoo? Written by one half of the legendary Gilbert & Sullivan, Sir Arthur Sullivan’s wild little opera follows two pairs of lovers: a nobleman who goes to the zoo to woo the girl who sells the snacks; and, a young chemist who believes he has accidentally poisoned his beloved.
Co-Opera’s production kicks off feeding time with an arrival drink, canapés and grazing platters, all included with your ticket. Gather your party animals and enjoy a night of mixed-up romantic escapades surrounded by the remarkable ambience of the Adelaide Zoo.
2. The Aussie Creature Crawl
When: 13 December – 26 January
Where: Whyalla Visitor Centre and Maritime Museum
Calling all aspiring young David Attenboroughs. Scuttle to Whyalla these school holidays for an epic nature-themed treasure hunt. Kids will need to use all their wits, combined with sharp eyes and a thirst for curiosity, to crack the codes at The Aussie Creature Crawl. They may even score a special take-home activity to continue the adventure.
After prowling the Maritime Museum, clamber aboard the HMAS Whyalla for a fascinating all-ages ship tour. You’ll even have the chance to stand beneath the massive hull and marvel at the sheer scale from a perspective usually reserved for fish.
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3. Handmade Christmas Market
When: 20 December
Where: FABRIK Arts + Heritage, Lobethal
Wrap up your Christmas shopping at Fabrik’s Handmade Christmas Market. Discover lovingly crafted artisan wares and local treasures that might be too tempting to gift.
Join crafty workshops and make one-of-a-kind pieces for your loved-ones, or see how the experts do it as you browse the market. All the while, seasonal sips and gourmet bites will keep you feeling merry, while live music will have you rockin’ around the Christmas tree late into the night.
4. A Celtic Christmas
When: 20 December
Where: Her Majesty’s Theatre
‘Tis the season for jingle jigs and Celtic cheer. A Celtic Christmas brought to you by A Taste of Ireland features some of the world’s finest Irish dancing champions and stars from Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.
Prepare to be enchanted this festive season as by cheeky Irish wit, melodic folk mashups, traditional tunes and your favourite Christmas carols.
5. Christmas Eve with the Adelaide 36ers
When: 24 December
Where: Adelaide Entertainment Centre
‘Tis the season for slam dunks and three-pointers. Cheer on the Adelaide 36ers as they ‘sleigh’ the Cairns Taipans in this festive-themed Christmas Eve game during the NBL26 season.
Use your RAA membership to unwrap exclusive access to discounted adult, junior and family tickets and, if you can’t make the holiday hoopfest, don’t worry – the season continues until February.
6. Brandt Sprintcar Speedweek
When: 26 December – 1 January
Where: Murray Bridge, Bordertown, Mt Gambier and Victorian locations
It’s the week between Christmas and New Years Eve, and everything feels like a bit of a blur. That’s because you’re at the Sprintcar Speedweek, cheering track side as full-throttle sprintcars flash past you, leaving dust in their wake.
The first three nights are held on SA turf in Murray Bridge, Bordertown and Mt Gambier respectively, before the series drifts across the border into Victoria for a further two nights of high-octane action. Lap up Australian and international racers as they roar around the track, chasing the flag and glory.
Bonus event: NYE Big Bash
When: 31 December
Where: Adelaide Oval
Don’t be caught out when the Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat go head-to-head on New Year’s Eve. With your RAA membership, you can even ring in the new year with 10 per cent off all hospitality options, followed by a post-match light and sound spectacular featuring big hitters Birds of Tokyo. What a cracking finish to 2025.