By Lauren Ferrone
Published: Thursday, October 11, 2018
A lot can happen in a couple of weeks, especially in South Australia. See for yourself.
Touch-a-Truck
When: 12 October, 9.30am–2.30pm
Where: Civic Park, Modbury
What you need to know: Fire trucks, street sweepers, bobcats, monster trucks – children will look even smaller when they get up close and personal with their favourite trucks at this school holiday event. There’ll also be a jumping castle, face painting and much more to keep the family entertained.
More details here.
Car and Motorcycle Show N Shine for Brain Cancer
When: 13 October, 9am–3pm
Where: Keith Stephenson Park, Mount Barker
What you need to know: A park packed with cars and bikes of all different models sounds like a motoring enthusiasts’ ideal hangout. Admire these metal beasts up close at the Car and Motorcycle Show N Shine for Brain Cancer, or enter your own pride and joy in one of many competitions to claim a trophy.
More details here.
Adelaide Zombie Walk
When: 13 October, walk starts at 7pm
Where: Rundle Park, Adelaide
What you need to know: Halloween isn’t here just yet, but this spooky community event will definitely get you in the mood. Dress up as a ghoul and join hundreds of other creepy characters as they walk the streets of Adelaide to raise funds for charity.
More details here.
Adelaide Fashion Festival
When: 17–21 October
Where: Across SA
What you need to know: Attend any one of the Adelaide Fashion Festival’s runway shows and you’d be forgiven for thinking you were in the Big Apple. International and local designers will take to the stage, and there’ll even be a chance to chat to top fashion identities over lunch – all while sampling SA’s delicious produce and beverages.
More details here.
Variety SA Motorcycle Run
When: 18–21 October
Where: Edwardstown to Tailem Bend
What you need to know: If you have a motorcycle or classic car, get it out of the garage and spend 4 days cruising some of the state’s scenic routes (like the one pictured at the top) for children in need. The itinerary includes a ferry to Kangaroo Island before riding to various landmarks on the island.
More details here.
Minlaton Strawberry Fair
When: 20 October, entry from 9.30am
Where: Minlaton Uniting Church, 36 Main St, Minlaton
What you need to know: Get behind local SA growers and buy a punnet or two of juicy strawberries at this sweet fair. Browse the produce and plant stalls, and don’t forget to pick up a mini strawberry Pavlova from the church hall.
More details here.
Adelaide Film Festival
When: Until 21 October
Where: Various locations in SA
What you need to know: From cinemas to art galleries, and even on the streets, watch inspiring stories come to life on screen during this 11-day international film festival, held right here in Adelaide.
More details here.