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Beetlejuice The Muscial
2026-10-10 - 2026-10-25 | Adelaide Festival Centre, 33 King William Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
Get ready to have the time of your afterlife when the supernaturally hilarious Beetlejuice The Musical opens at Festival Theatre in October.
Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, this life affirming musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager who finds herself sharing her home with a pair of newly deads and a demon with a thing for stripes.
Starring Broadway’s Andy Karl as the ghost with the most, this eight-time Tony-nominated sensation is a “hilarious, pull-ot-the-stops extravaganza” – (Time Out New York) that is a “hell of a lot of fun” – (The Guardian).
With an irreverent book, jaw-dropping set design, and a knockout score by Australia’s own Eddie Perfect, Beetlejuice is a riotous, big-hearted celebration of family, love, and making the most of everyday-O.
WHERE: Festival Theatre
WHEN: 10 – 25 October
AGE SUITABILITY: Recommended ages 14 and up
RUN TIME: 2 hours 30 minutes
Tickets on sale Thursday 7 May

2026 National Pharmacies Adelaide Christmas Pageant
2026-11-14 | South Terrace, South Terraace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
The 2026 date has been announced – Saturday 14th November
The National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is back on Saturday, 14 November 2026 – mark your calendars for this magical, free community event!
As the largest public street parade in the southern hemisphere, it brings the spirit of Christmas to life with spectacular floats, colourful characters, dancers, bands, and of course, Father Christmas himself.
In 2025, over 325,000 people lined the streets to experience the magic, and in 2026, it’s set to be even bigger.
Don’t forget to check out our Pageant Tips for road closures, best viewing spots, what to bring, and more – click here to plan your day.
Date: Saturday 14 November 2026
Time: 9:30 am
The event is also usually broadcasted LIVE on Channel 9 for South Australians to watch.
Stay tuned for the 2026 route map!
For all of our best tips and insider knowledge on where to park, where to sit, and what time to go take a look below
National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant – Tips from the experts

Carols on the Square
2026-12-21 18:00 - 20:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | South Australia
Carols on the Square returns on 21st of December 2025, starting at 6:00 pm, for an evening filled with festive cheer.
Families can enjoy children’s entertainment and a special appearances by Cool 4 Kids and Pulse band!
This annual event promises a memorable night of holiday fun for all
WHERE: Market Square, Old Noarlunga Township
WHEN: Monday 21st December
TIME: 6pm-8:30

DreamBIG Children's Festival
2027-05-12 - 2027-05-22 | various locations around Adelaide
Next date: 12-22 May 2027!
The DreamBIG Children’s Festival, a cherished part of growing up in South Australia for 50 years, has inspired over 2.5 million kids with creative and imaginative arts experiences. Celebrating diversity and inclusion, the festival connects children to their creativity, curiosity, and community through performances and workshops.
DreamBIG, Australia’s largest children’s festival, promises 10 days of magic, music, storytelling, and interactive play. The family program features over 70 shows, including IMAGINE LIVE, glittery musicals, acrobatics, hip-hop, and more, with 9 world premieres and 12 South Australian premieres.
Don’t miss the Big Family Weekend from May 10–11, packed with free events for all ages. Highlights include giant marionette fun in String Symphony, time capsule crafting in The Museum of the Everyday, flower-powered music in The Plants, and creative freedom in Scribble Zone.
Check out the families program here
