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5 events to mark on your calendar

What's on in SA from 16–30 May.

By Lauren Ferrone
Last updated on: May 17, 2019 at 8:59 am

There's just a fortnight before winter officially arrives, so we've put together a list of must-dos to round out May. How many can you squeeze in before the month ends?

1. Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival

When: 16–19 May

Where: Across Penola and the Coonawarra

The Limestone Coast’s oldest town comes to life during the region’s iconic arts festival – Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival. Admire the talent of artists from around the globe, before driving 15 minutes to continue the weekend of celebrations with a glass or two of award-winning vino at cellar doors in the Coonawarra. While you’re in the Limestone Coast, check out other must-dos in our guide to exploring the south east.

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The gorgeous Paint Like Nobody is Watching wall at @PatrickWines (also picked up some spectacular reds!). It was lovely to see how people got into it – not worrying about judgment is such a powerful thing – still not showing my contribution on the other side… Had fun though! @pcartsfestival #regionalarts #PenolaCoonawarraArtsFestival #southaustralia #limestonecoast #wine #wine

A post shared by Lucy Treloar (@lucytreloarwriter) on May 21, 2017 at 3:09am PDT

2. Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend

When: 17–20 May

Where: Clare Valley

More than 25 wineries will play host to special events and degustation dinners during the Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend. Held each May, the food and wine festival’s program this year includes creating personalised wine labels at Watervale’s Crabtree Wines, a cheese and wine masterclass with Woodside Cheese Wrights at Sevenhill Cellar, and much more. Tempted to stay a little longer? RAA members can choose from a range of accommodation options in the Clare Valley here.

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Concubine + @shutthegatewines are teaming up this year for amazing Asian grazing in the Shut The Gate Bliss Garden Concubine, Adelaide’s multi- award winning restaurant will be showcasing their modern take on Chinese fusion dishes. Fresh SA produce, dancing with the salty soy, sweet and sour, pickled and braised, steamed and ash fried. Taste the fiery breath of the wok, the lingering kiss of spice and all things Shut The Gate nice. Contemporary Asian tapas all dressed up Shanghai style. Come and experience the mysterious Queen of the Orient – Concubine – ‘a gift of sincere wishes’.Live entertainment and music both days. Bus bookings essential. Get more info in the full program via the link in our B #southaustralia #clarevalley #clarevalleygourmet #breatheitin #clarevalleywine #clarevalleyfood

A post shared by Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend (@clarevalleygourmet) on Apr 23, 2019 at 12:30am PDT

3. Million Paws Walk 2019

When: 19 May

Where: Victoria Park

Pound the pavement with your furry friend to raise funds to help fight animal cruelty in the annual Million Paws Walk. Give your legs a workout in the 2km or 4km course before enjoying a post-walk feed at various food stalls. If your pooch is still wagging its tail, there’ll be games and obstacle courses to keep them entertained. Along with the Million Paws Walk at Victoria Park Racecourse in Adelaide’s east parklands, there’ll be 10 other walks held throughout the state, including regional areas.

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ʀsᴘᴄᴀ ᴍɪʟʟɪᴏɴ ᴘᴀᴡs ᴡᴀʟᴋ 🐾⁣ ⁣ Lock it in your diaries – the @rspcamillionpawswalk is happening on the 19th of May all around the country! We are going to be down at the Brisbane event & we just cannot wait! Who else is taking part in this supaw awesome event?! ⁣ ⁣ Now the hard part….trying to pick my outfit 🤔🎀 Link in my bio to donate 🐾

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4. Pint of Science Festival

When: 20–22 May

Where: Various pubs across Adelaide

Enjoy a pint with doctors, professors and other experts in the field of science at pubs across Adelaide to find answers to big questions like ‘how does the human brain work?’ and ‘will there be a cure for cancer?’ Forget the average pub crawl – the Pint of Science Festival is a bar-hopping event that celebrates Australian science research in a casual environment.

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Get excited!! #PintAU19 is around the corner!! All our merch is coming in and we’re getting those final touches. Have you bought tickets yet? #Repost @sixstringbrewingco ・・・ Just a week to go till @pintofscienceau hits the brewery. Tickets for Monday 20th are pretty much sold out but a few left for Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets $6 https://pintofscience.com.au/events/centralcoast #pintAU

A post shared by Pint of Science Australia (@pintofscienceau) on May 12, 2019 at 8:44pm PDT

5. DreamBIG Children’s Festival

When: 22 May–1 June

Where: King William Rd

Hosted by Adelaide Festival Centre, DreamBIG Children’s Festival is South Australia’s biennial arts festival for schools and families. The program is jam-packed with fun and educational experiences, from 10-minute dance parties, silent discos for the little ones to stories about friendship and facing fears and racism. There’s a program for the general public and one for school students who are encouraged to participate in performances. There are also heaps of free activities – check out our top 5.

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Teens are making a big impact on AGSA with Teens Talk! You can join Neo's trained Teen Guides on 25 & 26 May during the #DreamBIGFest for tours that will make you think. These tours are not just for little kids – come along to be impressed, challenged and inspired. __ 📷Nat Rogers

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