From CheeseFest to the Clare Show and Bay to Birdwood, there is plenty to do across our state this weekend.
Taste the Lane
October 17-18
Irish chef and Australian television presenter Colin Fassnidge returns for the fourth year to join The Lane Vineyard’s head chef Cameron Ahl for two special days. The duo create a progressive multi-course dining experience that also invites guests to experience some of the most beautiful corners of the vineyard and offers plenty of time with the chefs. This year South Australian producers and partners including Eyrewoolf Abalone and Jurlique also join the experience. Tickets are $395 and return bus transfers from Adelaide or Stirling are also available.
CheeseFest
October 17-18
Revel in all things cheese, food and wine as CheeseFest returns for its 21st year. This year’s fixture brings together more than 100 producers as well as appearances by celebrated chef and television personality Miguel Maestre and South Australian MasterChef 2025 winner Laura Sharrad, which are set to be highlights of the weekend. Expect live cooking demonstrations, masterclasses, cheese and beverage experiences, live music and premium experiences. Tickets start at $29 and entry for children under 12 is free.
Clare Show
October 17
One of the Clare Valley’s best community events returns to celebrate the best of the region. Presented by the Clare Agricultural and Horticultural Society, the Clare Show brings locals together for a day of fun and education the way only a country show can. Highlights include livestock, baked goods, art, photography and home-grown vegetable exhibits and competitions. The popular AFTER 5 event also returns with local gin, wine, food trucks and kids activities before the fun is wrapped up with the Skillogalee Family Fireworks display.
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Bay to Birdwood
October 18
The world’s largest continually held motoring event for veteran, vintage and classic vehicles returns to the Adelaide Hills this month. Presented by the History Trust of South Australia, the RAA Bay to Birdwood will see more than 1500 historic vehicles take the 67 kilometre route from Barratt Reserve in West Beach to the Finish Festival at the National Motor Museum in the Adelaide Hills. The reimagined Finish Festival features a drive-on stage so winners and their vehicles can share the spotlight as well as The Ultimate Picnic – a premium lunch experience including a three-hour beverage package and a three-course lunch.
Carmen
October 17-24
Be seduced by a modern and provocative adaptation of Bizet’s operatic masterpiece, Carmen, in the latest offering from State Opera SA. The stunning production, playing at Her Majesty’s Theatre this month, has been created by emerging director Laura Hansford and features a trio of talent including South Australian Charlotte Kelso in the title role, alongside Samuel Dale Johnson as Escamillo and Gerard Schneider as Don Jose.
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The Three Musketeers in the garden
January 8-31
Tickets are on sale and selling fast for Ken Ludwig’s lively adaptation of a classic adventure story this summer. Trade the theatre for the great outdoors and expect sword fights, villains, romance and plenty of laughs under the stars as the garden becomes as much as part of the experience as the performance. Head to Blue Sky Theatre’s website to book your tickets before you miss out.
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