Events in Adelaide
What's happening around Adelaide?
Adelaide plays host to an exciting calendar of major events all year round—from the buzz of festival season to world-class food, wine, and cultural celebrations. Whether you’re heading to the Adelaide Fringe, Tasting Australia, the Royal Adelaide Show, or a scenic winery event in the Barossa, McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills, our private chauffeur service ensures you arrive in comfort and style. We offer personalised door-to-door transport, flexible timing, and insider knowledge to help you make the most of every experience. Let us take care of the driving while you sit back, relax, and enjoy the very best South Australia has to offer—no parking, no stress, just seamless service and unforgettable moments.
Annual Events in & around Adelaide
JANUARY
Santos Tour Down Under
Australia’s premier cycling race, featuring international teams and vibrant community events across Adelaide and regional South Australia.
Enjoy a glass in the sun and experience how our gorgeous natural landscape influences everything – from the bright contemporary wines we craft and our vibrant foodie culture, to our creative artisans and our laid-back coastal lifestyle.
february
Adelaide Fringe
The Southern Hemisphere’s largest open-access arts festival, transforming the city with comedy, cabaret, circus, music, and more.
Adelaide Festival
A prestigious celebration of international theatre, music, dance, and visual arts, showcasing world-class performances.
March
WOMADelaide
A four-day festival in Botanic Park celebrating global music, arts, and dance, attracting artists and audiences from around the world.
Adelaide Motorsport Festival
A dynamic event featuring classic and modern vehicles, motorsport demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.
april
AFL Gather Round
Adelaide comes alive in April as all AFL Teams descend on the City of Churches for a full round of games.
Tasting Australia
A premier food and drink festival offering culinary experiences, masterclasses, and regional tours highlighting South Australia’s produce.
may
Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend
A celebration of the Clare Valley’s wine and food, featuring tastings, live music, and regional cuisine.
Gin Tour
Explore our Gin Distilleries in the McLaren Vale or Adelaide Hills with one of our private chauffeured tours in a luxury vehicle.
june
Adelaide Cabaret Festival
The world’s largest cabaret festival, presenting a diverse program of local and international artists in intimate performances.
Winery Tour
Explore some of the best winer regions Adelaide has to offer with one of our Half or Full Day Winery Tours. Explore the McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley or the Adelaide Hills with a private chauffeured wine tour in the comfort of a luxury vehicle.
july
Illuminate Adelaide
A winter event showcasing light installations, immersive technology, and music performances throughout the city.
august
SALA Festival
The South Australian Living Artists Festival is a state wide event celebrating local artists through exhibitions in galleries, cafes and public spaces. Perfect for the art lover!
september
Royal Adelaide Show
South Australia’s largest annual event, featuring agricultural displays, competitions, rides, and entertainment for all ages.
october
OzAsia Festival
Australia’s leading contemporary arts festival engaging with Asa, presenting theatre, dance, music and visual arts.
november
National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant
A cherished tradition marking the start of the festive season with a parade of floats, bands, and characters through Adelaide’s streets.
december
Carols by Candlelight
A family-friendly event featuring live music performances and communal singing of Christmas carols in a festive atmosphere.
Events correct at time of publishing. Events are subject to change or be cancelled. Please check the organisers websites for more details & confirmation of dates and locations.
"Fantastic Service!"
“We had a lovely day in McLaren Vale with Jeff as our driver. The van was pristine and Jeff was punctual, courteous and informative. I highly recommend Adelaide Chauffeur and Tours – I plan to be a repeat customer for sure.” Anne C
When you travel with us our Private Tours Include:
Bespoke Adelaide Tours in Luxury Vehicles
We pride ourselves on providing the following services to our clients:
- Luxury & Comfort
We drive Mercedes Benz & Lexus vehicles to provide you with comfort & luxury. Sit back & relax while we handle the driving, so you can fully immerse yourself in McLaren Vale’s renowned food and wine scene. - Tailored/Custom Tours
Your journey, your way – we customise every tour to suit your preferences, from boutique wineries to scenic coastal drives. Whether you have a specific itinerary in mind or need recommendations, we tailor the experience to your tastes. - Experienced & Knowledgable Drivers
Enjoy exclusive access to hidden gems and premium cellar doors, guided by our expert chauffeurs. - Personalised service with a focus on comfort, discretion, and an unforgettable experience.
- Group Sizes
We can cater for various group sizes in our Luxury Sedans or Vans for larger groups. The Luxury Sedans seat 1-4 passengers, whilst the Luxury Mercedes Van carries up to 7 passengers
Chat to our staff to discuss your requirements or book a tour via the button link below.
For the Wine Lovers
Discover South Australia’s world-renowned wine regions with our bespoke private winery tours—crafted for wine lovers seeking exceptional tasting experiences, gourmet food, and stress-free travel. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply exploring with friends, we take care of every detail.
Just 30 minutes from Adelaide, the cool-climate Adelaide Hills wine region is home to charming cellar doors, crisp Sauvignon Blancs, and boutique producers tucked among rolling hills.
McLaren Vale, a 45-minute drive south, is a coastal gem famous for its bold Shiraz, Mediterranean-style wines, and panoramic vineyard views.
An hour north lies the legendary Barossa Valley—Australia’s most iconic wine region—renowned for full-bodied reds, century-old vines and rich food traditions.
With door-to-door chauffeur service, flexible itineraries, and exclusive access to hidden gems and premium estates, our tours let you relax, sip, and savour South Australia’s finest at your own pace.
For the Food Lovers
Food lovers are also well catered for, with the many diverse cellar doors to explore. Whether you simply wish to visit for tastings and share a light platter, stop for a meal in within the cellar door, or rather sit down to enjoy a degustation style lunch paired with some of the finest wines you will no doubt enjoy the variety of choices on offer.
Gouger Street houses restaurants from all different cultures and is the gateway to Chinatown. While you’re at it, why not visit the 145 year old Adelaide Central Markets with over 80 stalls, shops and cafes located next door to Chinatown.
No matter what your interest is, we have something to offer everyone – wine, food, scenery, culture, sports and more.
Kind words from past customers...
"Thanks for sharing your knowledge of the region"
Really enjoyed the tasting experience at Olivers Taranga Winery. Malcolm thanks for sharing your knowledge of the region – great conversations.
– The Wests & Kelmans
"He even made our last minute request work!"
We loved our tour with Jeff! He took us to some great wineries and even made our last minute request to visit the German town, Hahndorf, work! We greatly appreciated his kindness (and all the pictures he took for us)!
– Morgan Jones
"Paul the driver was so amazing."
When booking through Adelaide Chauffeur I found IIona to be very professional and had some great recommendations even through my trip was a bit busy. The day spent traveling around McLaren Vale was amazing. Paul the driver so amazing. It made the whole experience a brezze. today.
– Arlie
Adelaide Wine Regions & Tours to enjoy...
Click on the tour buttons below to read about the three main wine regions out of Adelaide…
More tour options in & around Adelaide
Design your own private tour for a half or a full day or relax and let us arrange the details for you. We cater for up to 7 persons in our luxury vans or 4 persons in our luxury sedans.
National Wine Centre, Adelaide City
Looking for an Airport Transfer?
Enquire with us about a private airport transfer in or out of Adelaide Airport. We track your flight, ensure you have help with your luggage and make it to your destination on time, in the comfort of a luxury vehicle.