Oddio Summer Finale – January 29 to 31

Bowden-based cellar door Oddio will this weekend host its final summer party of the season before vintage kicks off. Across Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the Bowden-based cellar door will host Oddio Summer Finale, with a party featuring new release wine from Frederick Stevenson and Delinquente, cold beer, spritzes, DJs and Sunny’s Pizza.

Summer Sessions at The Gardens – January 30 and 31

This is the final weekend of Adelaide Botanic Gardens’ pop-up Summer Sessions, with wines, cocktails, food and music to relax and enjoy in the summer sun amongst the leafy surrounds. Held from 1pm Saturday and Sunday, the Summer Sessions will take place at the Schomburgk Pavilion next to Café Fibonacci.

Sundown Cinema – January 30

Tapanappa Wines at Piccadilly hosts the second Sundown Cinema, with a screening of the classic wine film Bottle Shock. Gates open at 7pm and the film starts at 9pm. Guests can pack a picnic, chair, bean bag and blankets, with wine and beer available for purchase on the night, but strictly no BYO alcohol. Tickets are $25 and available here.

Pouring Ribbons Rum + Tiki Party – February 4

Hains & Co’s women-only tasting club, Pouring Ribbons, will host a Tiki Party featuring Abby Roennfeldt — a burlesque dancer, award-winning mixologist and owner of Semaphore’s Hades Hula House. Be immersed in premium local and international rums, spiced up with some tiki signature cocktails and tastings. Bookings are essential, with only 16 people per session. Book online.

2021 Cellar Door Fest – February 5 to 7

Experience the best of South Australia’s regions at Cellar Door Fest, which brings together more than 100 wineries, breweries, distilleries and food producers from across South Australia’s many diverse regions. The festival is hosted at the Adelaide Convention Centre from February 5—7, offering a vast program of intimate experiences and masterclasses. Learn how to whip up unique dishes in Jessie Spiby’s Kitchen, discover SA’s latest up-and-coming producers in the Emerging Producers zone, or dine with leading local food and wine personalities at the Long Table dining events.

HomeBrewed Beer & BBQ Festival – February 5-7

Local brewers, barbecuers and musicians will come together to provide three days of entertainment at the Adelaide Showground for HomeBrewed Beer & BBQ Festival. The event will take place on the Rose Terrace side of the Adelaide Showground, with dozens of brewers from the far corners of SA and even Alice Springs. The festival is bolstered by a music lineup that includes The Superjesus, West Thebarton and Wolf & Cub.

Shakespeare in the Vines – February 5 to 6

Sevenhill Cellars will host Shakespeare in the Vines as Essential Theatre presents its production of Romeo & Juliet. A cast of eight actors will take audiences on a romantic but devastating journey, as the Village Green at Sevenhill Cellars transforms for a night of love and tragedy. Go along for a night of entertainment, wine and food.

Somm for a Day Series – February 14

Ever wondered exactly what a sommelier does? National Wine Centre’s head sommelier, James Boden, will host four interactive sessions on the topic. The Somm for a Day series will cover different aspects of the job while exploring six of James’ favourite Australian wines. Session 1, The Basics, will be held Sunday, February 14, from 1.30pm. The following sessions will be held February 28, March 14 and March 28.

Bizzarro World @ Sunny’s Pizza – February 14

Sunny’s Pizza will host an all-day, all-night party Bizzarro World in collaboration with Bizzarro Aperitivo and the bar next door, 1000 Island. There will be a one-off food menu combined with Bizzarro spritzes and cocktails, with entertainment provided by Nu Article featuring Cazeaux Oslo and guest DJs.

2021 Lunar New Year Street Party – February 20

The Adelaide Chinatown Precinct celebrates the 2021 Lunar New Year on February 20 with the 2021 Chinatown Adelaide Lunar New Year Street Party. Make your way to Gouger Street any time from noon to 9pm to enjoy the festivities, with more than 100 exhibitors, food and drink stalls and performances from a variety of Asian cultural groups.