The 2020 Penola Show was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Please check back later for details on the 2021 event The township of Penola is...
Mount Gambier Events
Renowned as a thriving and energetic town along the Limestone Coast, Mount Gambier boasts volcanic craters, stunning lakes and gorgeous pine forests.
Visitors come to Mount Gambier to enjoy unique experiences at many of the scenic spots dotted throughout the area. Whether it’s the idyllic Blue Lake or one of the many caves or craters, Mount Gambier has a sight or activity for every visitor.
Mt Gambier 2020/2021 Events Calendar, Community & Coming Events, SA
Mount Gambier events include an array of art & craft festivals, food & wine festivals, street parties, market days, surfing competitions and various cycling events. Set in a charming landscape with picturesque surroundings, Mount Gambier and the surrounding region offers an array of locations for many outdoor events.
Several events are held at venues next to the gorgeous Blue Lake. Mount Gambier also houses many hotels that offer first-class conference and event facilities which are often used for community events.
Popular events of the region include the Alex Roberts 100 Mile Classic, Mount Gambier Show, Valley Lake Hill Climb, the Coonawarra Vignerons Cup and many food & wine shows. The area also boasts an array of cultural festivals and art & craft shows.
As Mount Gambier is near the fine wineries of Coonawarra, the events calendar also includes a variety of food and wine festivals.
The 2020 programme of events has been reduced significantly due to the unprecedented circumstances surrounding COVID19. Many of the lunches, dinners and degustation events that have previously featured during Cellar...
Mary MacKillop Feast Day is held every August 8th, in honour of the revered Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop. She was the first Saint of Australia, and her influence in the country has spread far and wide. She is...
Tour of the Great South Coast
Mulitple Locations, Mount Gambier, SA25 August 2020 to 30 August 2020
The Tour of the Great South Coast is an annual men’s cycling event that involves biking through the beautiful terrain in Victoria and South Australia over six days. It is one of Australia’s most popular...
Mt Gambier Great Outdoor & 4×4 Expo
Mount Gambier Showgrounds, Mount Gambier, SA04 September 2020 to 06 September 2020
The Mt Gambier Great Outdoor & 4×4 Expo is a massive three-day expo that showcases an enormous variety of outdoor gear. With a focus on caravans and camping gear, this event is ideal for people who are...
GovHack is the biggest government and open data hacking competition in Australia. It’s open to coders as well as designers, activists, analysts, journalists, or anyone who wants to learn more about tapping into...
Pines Enduro Off Road Race
Teagles Quarry / Tantanoola Pine Forest, Millicent, SA25 September 2020 to 27 September 2020
For fans of off-road racing, head down to the Pines Enduro Off-Road Race in Millicent for an awesome day out! The Pines Enduro Off-Road Race is one of the most popular off-road events in Australia and draws thousands of...
Bring your dogs and enjoy a fun family day out at the South East Animal Welfare Leagues Paws Walk fundraiser at the Railway Lands in Mount Gambier. Conducted by the SEAWL, the Paws Walk helps to raise much-needed funds...
Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations
Multiple Wineries, Coonawarra, SA01 October 2020 to 31 October 2020
The Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations is an annual event in October that highlights the premium wines produced in the Coonawarra region. Filled with lots of activities for wine enthusiasts, foodies, and families, the...
The Kalangadoo Cup is a popular country racing event that takes place at the beautiful grounds of the Penola Racecourse in October every year. As a highly anticipated event and a major element of the local culture, this...
Since 1860, the Mount Gambier Show has been hosted by the Mount Gambier A&H Society and is one of the highly admired fun-filled entertainment shows in the entire region. With a number of amusement options, the Mount...
The annual Pink Supper Dance in Mount Gambier is back again in 2020 and raising money for women’s cancers. There will be live entertainment with the Allan Webster, Robyn Gleeson and Just Us Duo, playing favourites...
Robe Home Brew & Craft Beer Festival
Robe Visitor Information Centre & Public Library, Robe, SATBA- October 2020
The Robe Home Brew & Craft Beer Festival is an annual event held at the Robe Town Brewery situated along the beautiful Limestone Coast. Come along and discover some new beer and cider at this fun and friendly event...
Legend of the Lakes Hillclimb
Crater Lakes Recreation Area, Mount Gambier, SA05 November 2020 to 08 November 2020
Each year, Mount Gambier celebrates a popular event known as the Legend of the Lakes Hillclimb. Held in November each year, this car racing event is one of the most popular summer festivals in Mount Gambier. The event...
In November each year, Mount Gambier hosts the renowned Lions National Brass Band Festival. The event includes a marching band parade in the morning and followed by a larger march later in the afternoon. This event is...
The Wattle Range Art Exhibition is an annual art event that started back in 2015. It showcases the work of artists, near and far, using a variety of mediums that fill up the Millicent Library and Gallery with stunning...
Science Alive is a free interactive and hands-on science festival with something to offer all ages. The one-day event is held in November from 9am to 3pm at the Main Corner Complex in Mount Gambier. Science Alive, Mount...
The Mount Gambier Christmas Parade is a yearly family event which is run by enthusiastic volunteers and celebrates all things great about Christmas! Each year, there is a huge Christmas tree, Santa Clause, floats and...
Miracles in the Mount – Psychic & Wellbeing Fair
City Hall Main Corner, Mount Gambier, SATBA - November 2020
Come along and see your favourite, and even some new readers, mediums, and clairvoyants with psychometry, astrology, psychic palmistry, numerology, mandalas, and even a dedicated healing area! Meet some of your local...
The Blue Lake Fun Run started in 2010 where over 1,000 people joined in on the fun to raise money for OPAL. OPAL (Obesity Prevention and Lifestyle) is a program that supports children with the help of their families and...
The Mount Gambier Gold Cup Carnival is one of the biggest sporting events on the Limestone Coast. For two days in December each year (previously it was held in May), the tracks roars with the thunder of thoroughbreds as...
The Blue Lake Carols is an annual Christmas tradition in Mount Gambier. Organised by the Mount Gambier & District Ministers Association, this one-night-only event invites everyone to come and witness a magical night...
The Mount Gambier New Year’s Eve Festival will be bigger and better this year with fireworks and entertainment for you and your family to enjoy! The festival was pleased to welcome OneFortyOne as its naming rights...
The quaint town of Beachport boasts a trendy shopping event known as the Beachport Market Day. Come here with your entire family to explore this charming seaside community of Beachport. Whether you love to shop, eat or...
Kingston SE Foreshore Festival
In Front of the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse, Kingston SE, SA04 January 2021
Your 4th of January in 2020 is going to ‘rock’ on the foreshore, in front of the iconic Cape Jaffa Lighthouse overlooking Lacepede Bay in Kingston SE, South Australia. There is music and fun for the whole...
The Health, Harmony and Happiness Festival is a local wellness weekend held in the beautiful coastal city of Robe. Bringing together a range of stalls, you will discover heaps of new products and services to improve...
The Cape Jaffa Seafood and Wine Festival welcomes all visitors to the picturesque city of Kingston Council. Come with your entire family to enjoy an array of edible offerings and wine from the finest vineyards of...
Whilst visiting Coonawarra during summer, make sure to check out Coonawarra Vignerons Cup Day. As one of South Australia’s most famous country racing events, the Coonawarra Vignerons Cup attracts thousands of...
The count down is on for the 2021 The Robe Boat Fishing & Leisure Show and it’s going to be the best ever! With a vast range of incredible boats of all shapes and sizes – from one-person dinghies to...
Lions Surf Fishing Competition
Blackford Drain to Tea Tree Crossing, Kingston SE, SATBA - January 2021
Every year, the Kingston SE Lions Club hosts the Lions Surf Fishing Competition where fishermen and women come from far and wide to see who can snag the biggest catch! There are a number of competitions available for...
The Kings Sprint Car Challenge is a huge racing event held at the Borderline Speedway in Mount Gambier each year. The Kings Sprint Car Challenge started in 1995 and today has become one of the biggest racing events on...
Mount Gambier Pacing Gold Cup
Mount Gambier Harness Racing Club, Mount Gambier, SATBA - February 2021
The Mount Gambier Pacing Gold Cup is an exciting once-a-year family-friendly event. It takes place during the evening and is filled with delicious food and entertainment throughout the evening. Mount Gambier Pacing Gold...
The annual Taste of the Limestone Coast Festival is a fantastic music and food festival held in the country town of Naracoorte each year. At the festival, you will find award-winning wines, live music, gourmet food and...
Naracoorte Cup, an annual event held in Naracoorte, attracts race enthusiasts of all ages. The great location of the event makes it a must-see event. The event is the highlight of many similar events in Naracoorte but...
The Naracoorte Dog Show is an annual dog show that takes place over the course of a weekend in February. All canine enthusiasts are invited to the show; even if your dog isn’t participating – it’s an...
Southern Ports Golf Week is an exciting week-long golfing event held on three different courses located in the charming coastal towns of Robe, Beachport, and Kingston SE. These towns have been playing host to golfing...
The South East Country Music Festival is the premier music festival for country music fans. The event showcases a range of country music entertainment performed by talented locals. South East Country Music Festival 2021...
Blades of Glencoe is an annual sheep shearing competition and event. It pays tribute to the ancient art of sheep shearing using the traditional tools and techniques dating back to the 1880s. More than 40 shearers from...
With the rapidly changing landscape around the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Fringe Mount Gambier event was cancelled. Please check back later in the year for details on the 2021 event South Australia’s largest...
South East Field Days is an annual agricultural exhibition that focuses on showcasing new products and equipment. More than 600 exhibitors participate in the event yearly, with lots to look forward to for anyone...
Due to the government restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Geltwood Festival event was cancelled. Please check back later in the year for details on the 2021 event The...
Following the Federal Government’s announcement regarding any non-essential organised public gatherings in the face of the COVID19 pandemic, the 2020 Coonawarra After Dark Weekend event was cancelled. Please check...
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ghost Mushroom Lane will remain closed in 2020. ForestrySA is closely following Government direction and advice to protect the health and safety of the community and employees. The...
Due to the government restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Generations in Jazz event was cancelled. Please check back later in the year for details on the 2021 event...
Due to the government restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Mothers Day Classic event was cancelled. Please check back later in the year for details on the 2021 event The...
Due to the government restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing, the 2020 Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival event was cancelled. Please check back later in the year for details on the...
The Millicent Cup is a yearly racing event that this year takes place at the Allan Scott Glenburnie Racecourse near Mount Gambier. It is organised by the Millicent Racing Club, whose mission is to provide world-class...
The 2020 Big Red Kidney Walk has been postponed. In 2021, there will be the BIGGEST and REDDEST Walk to support people living with kidney disease. You can still help today by making a donation The Big Red Kidney Walk is...
The 2020 Kingston SE Show was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Please check back later for information on the 2021 event The township of Kingston SE is known for its scenic attractions, picturesque landscapes and...
The 2020 Penola Show was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Please check back later for details on the 2021 event The township of Penola is known for its scenic attractions, picturesque landscapes, galleries and a...
