Due to COVID-19, please note that many of the events listed below have now been cancelled or postponed until later in the year or 2021. For more information about festivals and events, contact the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre.
The scenic rolling hills and vineyard valleys of McLaren Vale coupled with the cliff-lined coastline and pristine waters of the Fleurieu Coast are home to some of the South Australia’s best markets, events and festivals. Think music, arts, film, food and wine, markets including the famous Willunga Farmers Market …no matter what time of year you visit, there’s always something happening in the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast.
Whether you catch the world-famous Tour Down Under, enjoy the food and wine showcase as part of the Spring Affair, soak up renowned artworks at the Fleurieu Biennale or watch a film under the stars at a local winery, there’s something for every season.
Here’s a quick guide to our regular events
Summer (December to February)
December
Syn @ Sunset at Leconfield Winery, McLaren Vale
Surf Art Exhibition, Port Noarlunga Art Centre (usually runs until late January)
January
Autumn (March to May)
March
Flagstaff Gift, Flagstaff Hill
April
McLaren Vale Vintage and Classic - Postponed
Flagstaff Hill Art Show - Postponed
May
The Great Southern Running Festival, across the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast - Postponed
Winter (Jun, July, August)
June
Fleurieu Biennale, McLaren Vale - Postponed
July
Willunga Almond Blossom Festival - Postponed
Hither and Yon Cellar Door Sessions, Willunga (usually runs through August too) - Postponed
August
South Australian Living Arts Festival (SALA Festival), various locations across McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast - Digital format only
Spring (October, November, December)
October
Spring Affair, McLaren Vale - Postponed
November
Porchland Music Festival, The Range - Postponed