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 International Arts Extravaganza |
105 Hindley Street Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia +61 8 8216 4444 http://www.adelaidefestival.or... |
A smorgasbord of artistic endeavors is offered in venues across Adelaide courtesy of this biennial event. Aiming to break new ground, Australian and international artists turn out in force for ten days. They present theatre, music, dance, visual art, aboriginal culture and much more. Quite a few of the shows and exhibitions are free. This festival is held at the same time as Fringe, and the two spectacles - as well as the warm weather - draw masses of people into the town center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Offbeat Arts Feast |
31 Ebenezer Place Level 1 Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia +61 8 8100 2000 http://www.adelaidefringe.com.au |
Attracting massive crowds and top international performers, the three-week biennial Fringe is one of the most lively arts feasts you are ever likely to see. The program is enormous and fits most pockets and tastes. Featuring stand-up comedy, cabaret, music, dance, street-acts and more, the focus is always on cutting-edge, independent art. Local cafes, bars and clubs are filled to the brim with revelers. Exhausted by the bedlam, the city experiences a lull for a couple weeks after it is all over. Admission varies with each event. Many shows are free. See website for biennial details and event timelines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Italian Food and Fiesta |
Rymill Park Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia +61 (0)8 8362 0233 http://www.carnevale-adelaide.com |
A celebration of Italian food and way of life, this is a major annual event on the local calendar. Starting with a lively parade along King William Street, the festival takes place just east of the city in Rymill Park. Expect a plethora of stalls packed with great cuisine. Other highlights include live musicians, a fashion show, rave party (DJs spinning dance tunes) and displays of traditional arts and crafts. An open-air mass is held on Sunday morning. See the website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous annual motor race |
East Terrance East Parklands Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia +61 (0)8 8212 8500 http://www.clipsal500.com.au |
The Clipsal 500 Adelaide V8 Supercar race is an event that truly makes Adelaide 'Motorsport City', with the largest national motorsport carnival in Australia, attended by more than a quarter of a million fans and viewed by tens of millions via the national and international television broadcast. The Clipsal 500 Adelaide, a race over two legs - each leg, 78 laps of the east Adelaide street circuit - is the highlight of a four-day racing extravaganza that attracts nearly 255,600 spectators. The 4 days include motor racing, aircraft acrobatics, and 4 after-race concerts. Clipsal Adelaide is truly Adelaide's high-octane party of the year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Toasting Greek Independence Day |
Ellis Park Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia +61 8 8443 8123 http://www.glendi.org/ |
Marking Greek Independence Day, this annual event is a top occasion to sample Hellenic culture. Apart from the many food and wine stalls, the two-day spread also offers live music, folk dancing, rides and fireworks. Major Greek performers fly over to entertain the open-armed crowds. About 50,000 people turn out for the festivities each year. Held in the picturesque west parklands, the party is within easy reach from the Adelaide city centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wining and dining at Norwood |
Osmond Terrace & Portrush Road Tha Norwood Parade Adelaide, SA 5067 Australia +61 (0)8 8366 4555 |
Packed with restaurants, cafes and pubs, Norwood's premier boulevard, The Parade, is an able host of this extravaganza. Revellers can sample reds and whites from SA's top wineries, such as Wirra-Wirra and Hardy's and feast on a plethora of Australian and international dishes. Live bands serve up jazz, blues and rock. About 50,000 people flood the street each year for the annual merrymaking, just a short drive east of the Adelaide city centre. Admission is free. The parade is held every March. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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