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What’s on in SA

Fun things to do from 12–22 October.

By Lauren Ferrone
Last updated on: October 11, 2018 at 10:57 am

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.

Touch a Truck

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 Zombie Walk

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.

Adelaide Fashion Festival

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.

Variety SA Motorcycle Run

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.

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