Whether you’re looking for a free family-friendly event or want to to wine, dine and dance the June long-weekend away, South Australia is serving up the goods.
McLaren Vale Double Winery Day Dance
It’s a long weekend danceathon at McLaren Vale, but you’ll have to get in quick to secure your tickets. The Day Dance Winery Festival is held over two days, starting with the Lil’ Day Dance at Simon Hackett Winery. Release your inner teenage dirtbag and kickstart the weekend with a 2000’s dance party. Bust it out to some old favourites from Good Charlotte, Nickleback, Smash Mouth, Snoop Dog and all of the turn of the century legends.
Sunday is the main event dance day, with a double winery dance fest between Simon Hackett and Paxton Wines. The line up of bangers has something for everyone. Paxton will pump out a bit of Texas Hold’em for country music fans Sunday morning before a wholesome house party from noon, while Simon Hackett lines up three sets of various hits throughout the day.
There are busses from Adelaide, undercover areas in case of rain and plenty of winter warmer food and drinks to replenish your dancing legs.
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Warm your bellies at Gutsy Kangaroo Island Festival
The fires will be lit, the stills will be full, the vintage is in the barrel, it’s time to celebrate Gutsy Kangaroo Island. Pack your beanies and coats for the Island’s hearty Winter drinking and eating event, Gutsy KI – celebrating the determination and brilliance of the Island’s producers and bringing locals out of hibernation!
Nobody leaves hungry! There are several events right across the weekend, from a five-course degustation dining event at Kangaroo Island Wool on Friday night, or bevvies, food and tunes in the Eleanor Downs Shearing Shed.
On Saturday and Sunday, Dudley Wines will host the Raise Your Glass Festival to celebrate 30 years on Kangaroo Island. Enjoy Dinner Theatre featuring local wines and produce as well as a performance by Basil Fawlty’s second cousin twice removed, presented by Kangaroo Island Players
There are loads of events. Kangaroo Island spirits will be flowing and you can join the after party each night, with drink specials and live music at the Penneshaw Pub.
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Stew & Shiraz – the winning weekend combo at Whistler Wines
Family fun at Kadina Swap Meet & Show ‘N’ Shine
The Kadina Showgrounds will rev up for a fantastic day on Sunday, June 9. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a car fanatic, or love a good bargain, this event is for you.
Grab the opportunity to clear your clutter and turn trash into treasure, or fossick through what’s on offer and find yourself a gem to take home. If you’re a rev head at heart, the Show’n’Shine will be well worth a look. Prizes and trophies are up for grabs ranging from Best Holden or Ford to Best Feral Ute and everything in between.
Dig into delicious treats like mouthwatering Thai from Mi Thai Food, devour fresh seafood, grab a hot Lion’s donut, or enjoy a classic sausage sizzle. There’ll be a fun novelty racing track to keep the little ones entertained and with entry at just $5 and kids under 14 free, it’s a perfect long weekend activity.
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Markets, games and more at Murraylands Fair
Treat the family to a day of fun at Pine Park, Murray Bridge. Kicking off Sunday from 10am, the free event will feature a variety of handmade, homemade and unique market stalls, as well as activities for the kids, food, fun and music for everyone.
Long-time winners of the region’s Community Event of the Year, the long weekend fair will kick off with an egg and bacon breakfast cooked by the Lions Club of Murray Bridge and more than 50 fabulous vendors showcasing their wares, from homewares and decor, pet supplies and treats, clothing and accessories, candles, bath and beauty products.
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Trains, Roasts and Winter Stews in the Clare Valley
There’s loads happening in the Clare Valley over the long weekend.
Celebrate the long weekend with Friday Night Drinks at Clare Valley Wine Food and Tourism Centre. Try some “Winter Warmers” with various drops of wine, stout and fortified at happy hour prices.
Why not make it a “progressive” tour of Clare on Friday night. Just up the road, six-times Golden Guitar winner, Amber Lawrence will be on the deck at Greg Cooley Wines, accompanied by Moi An Viet Street Food. And in the heart of Clare, Bar 1871 will be dishing up Winter Soulful Stews paired with local vino, Clare Valley brews and SA gin.
After more music and wine at Knappstein and Greg Cooley Wines on Saturday, it’s all about the little ones on Sunday. Clare Valley Model Engineers will be running miniature train rides in Melrose Park from 10.30am. The popular Clare Show Markets will also be great family fun. There’ll be plenty of food there, or you can change the pace and call into the picturesque Eldredge Wines for a Wintery Sunday roast, with an open fire, wine and music.
Riverland ramps up for a long-weekend of fun
Riverlanders will also be spoilt for choice over the long weekend, with everything from sheep running through streets to a festival of smokey meats.
Kicking off early on June 5 and running through to Sunday, is the Running of the Sheep and Barmera Sheep Dog Trial. Watch on as man’s best friend shows some highly trained skills and don’t miss the spectacle of sheep running through Barmera’s Main Street at 10am on Saturday.
