The sights, sounds and flavours of Italy are taking over Adelaide once again! From long lunches and regional feasts to vino-filled evenings and creative workshops, the Adelaide Italian Festival (7–16 November) is your ticket to ‘la dolce vita’ right here in the city.
Opening Night Weekend | 7 & 8 November
The festival kicks off with a dazzling 2-night Opening Event at Festival Plaza. Immerse yourselves in the sights & sounds as you wander through festoon dotted plaza with a spritz in hand or enjoy dishes from some of Adelaide’s best Italian eateries. Expect dancing, live music, laughter and more...
Merrymaker Paint & Sip | 8 November
Channel your inner Michelangelo or Da Vinci with Merrymaker’s Paint and Sip, an event where art meets aperitivo. Guided by local artists, you’ll create your own Italian-inspired masterpiece while sipping on wine and nibbling on shared platters. Bellissimo!
House of Gucci | 11 November
Light, camera, action! Indulge in a night of cinematic glamour with a special screening of House of Gucci. Dress up, pour a prosecco, and sink into Ridley Scott’s fashion-fueled drama starring Lady Gaga and Adam Driver.
One Night in Puglia | 12 November
Get ready to journey south to the heel of Italy... without leaving Adelaide. iTL at SkyCity hosts One Night in Puglia, a stunning dining experience showcasing the region’s coastal cuisine. Think handmade orecchiette, fresh seafood, and generous pours of Puglian wine. A feast for every sense!
Capretto Evening | 12 November
Beep beep! Vespa Café brings rustic Italian charm to life with its Capretto Evening. Embark on a homestyle feast featuring slow-roasted goat, traditional sides, and plenty of local wines. Served in a cosy, family-style setting — it’s the kind of night Nonna would be proud of.
Sundown Social | 14 November
As the sun sets, Mercato turns up the heat with its Sundown Social. Italian street food, cocktails, and live music under twinkling lights — the perfect way to ease into the weekend.
Taste of Bergamo | 14 November
At Market & Meander inside Hotel Indigo, experience the northern flavours of Italy with the A Taste of Bergamo dining experience. Enjoy rich, hearty dishes paired with Italian wines in a stylish, intimate setting.
Discovering the Flavours of Veneto | 15 November
Head over to the Adelaide Central Market and join award winning chef, Luca Guiotto of Aromi Dining, for a free cooking demonstration that explores the Flavours of Veneto. Learn traditional techniques, see Luca in action as he whips up a feast, and soak up the Market’s famous Friday night atmosphere.
Long Lunch: Pranzo in the Piazza presented by Guardian | 16 November
Step into Roma's iconic piazza for a chic, social and unmistakably Italian long lunch. Finish the festival in true Italia fashion with a spectacular communal feast celebrating the spirit of Rome. Think shared platters, local wines, endless conversation, and a few impromptu toasts to wrap up the week. Buon Appetito, Adelaide!
Whether it’s pasta under the stars, vino at sunset or laughter shared around the table, Adelaide Italian Festival 2025 is your invitation to savour, sip and celebrate. Explore the full program and start planning your festival adventure, cin cin!