Hello, warm weather and good vibes! November has officially arrived, and she’s serving up balmy nights, festival fun, and a whole lotta fabulous. Whether you’re chasing foodie adventures, live music, Christmas magic, family activities or just curious about what’s happening in Adelaide this month… this guide is for you!
We’ve handpicked a few of our standouts for November (check them out below in our Pineapple Picks). Then scroll on for a full list of what’s on in and around town.
Tag us @adelady if you discover any other November gems we need to know about!
National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant | Emma Memma
Pineapple Picks
Here are a few things we’re extra excited about in November!
Lucky Dumpling Market — Elder Park
1-9 November, 2025
There’s still time to check out Adelaide’s favourite foodie pop-up. Lucky Dumpling Market is filling Elder Park with the heavenly aroma of dumplings and sizzling street eats from around Asia. Throw in live entertainment, riverfront vibes and the ultimate excuse to try one of everything — and you’ve got yourself a perfect night out!
Handpicked Festival — Lake Breeze Wines, Langhorne Creek
8 November, 2025
The recipe for the best day ever? Live music, lush lawns, boutique wine, delicious food trucks… plus you and your besties. Handpicked brings it all together at one of SA’s most beautiful wineries. All you need to bring are your dancing shoes!
Adelaide Italian Festival — Various locations
7 – 16 November, 2025
Mangia, mangia! Celebrate all things Italian with pasta parties, long lunches, music, art, culture, and plenty of ‘mamma mia’ moments across the city and beyond. Bring your appetite — and your stretchy pants.
National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant — Adelaide CBD
8 November, 2025
The magic of Christmas kicks off here! Cheer on the colourful floats, wave to Santa and let the kids soak up the festive joy. A South Aussie tradition that never stops giving all the warm fuzzies.
Semaphore Street Fair — Semaphore foreshore
30 November, 2025
A seaside celebration bursting with market stalls, kids’ fun, live music and delicious eats. It’s the perfect excuse to spend the day by the beach and soak up those sweet summer-is-coming vibes with the family.
Image credit :: National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant | Handpicked Festival
What else is on in Adelaide this month:
Grinspoon — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
1 November, 2025
Adelaide 36ers V Illawarra Hawks — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
2 November, 2o25
Melbourne Cup — Various events around Adelaide
4 November, 2025
Cliff Richard — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
4 November, 2025
Metallica M72 World Tour — Adelaide Oval
5 November, 2025
Diljit Dosanjh — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
5 November, 2025
Christmas-themed rooms at The Marion Hotel – Marion
November 7th – January 4th
The Imperfects — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
8 November, 2025
Pride Picnic – Willunga
8 November 2025
Image Credit :: Grinspoon | Adelaide 36ers
Tim Minchin — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
8 November, 2025
Adelaide 36ers V Perth Wildcats — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
9 November, 2025
Feast Festival — Various locations
1-23 November, 2025
OzAsia Festival — Adelaide Festival Centre
1-9 November, 2025
Neon Tides Music Festival — Glenelg Foreshore
9 November, 2025
Rufus Du Sol — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
11 November, 2025
Image Credit :: OzAsia Festival | Rufus du Sol
Adelaide’s Giant Christmas Tree Lighting — Victoria Square / Tarntanyangga
15 November, 2025
Adelaide Philharmonia Chorus — Elder Hall
15 November, 2025
Adelaide 36ers V Cairns Taipans — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
15 November, 2025
Adelaide 36ers V Illawarra Hawks — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
19 November 2025
“Allodola” – The Launch of Foundation Stone Whiskey at Cut Hill Distillery — Hindmarsh Valley
22 November, 2025
John Edward psychic medium — Adelaide Festival Centre
23 November, 2025
Multicultural Festival — Victoria Square / Tarntanyangga
23 November, 2025
Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant – Christies Beach
23 November 2025
Sam Fender — Adelaide Entertainment Centre
25 November, 2025
bp Adelaide Grand Final — Victoria Park
27-30 November
Moonlight Cinema – Botanic Park
27 November – 15 February
Kickstart for Kids, No Breakfast, Breakfast — Hilton Adelaide
28 November, 2025
HYDE & SEEK STREET FESTIVAL — Rhino Room and Hyde Street
29 November, 2025
Image Credit :: Victoria Square via City of Adelaide
That’s what’s on this month in Adelaide, pineapples! If you are looking for even MORE fun things to do in and around Adelaide, why not take a look at our guide to exploring the city? Go on — it’s filled with fun.
