Mount Gambier Events

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...

Each year, Mount Gambier celebrates a popular event known as the Legend of the Lakes Hillclimb. Held around the start of November each year, this car racing event is one of the most popular summer festivals in Mount...

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...

Due to COVID restrictions, the NF McDonnell and Sons annual Christmas Parade will return in a modified format once again in 2021. City of Mount Gambier will present Santa’s Boulevard, a drive by static Christmas...

Put this date into your diary – Saturday 4th December at 7pm – you do not want to miss this live gig! FourTune will get everyone up and dancing. They are an awesome 4 piece cover band that will not...

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...

ONGOING Covid-19 restrictions will not dampen the local Christmas spirit with the Blue Lake Carols committee dedicated to a modified digital format once again through social media streaming. The Blue Lake Carols is an...

If you are visiting the Limestone Coast for Christmas, then this event is especially for you! Come into the Bellum Hotel for a Christmas meal and meet fellow travellers and some of the locals. Full details of the...

Please note that the 2021/2022 Mount Gambier New Year’s Eve Festival has been cancelled (announced back in September 2021). Please look check back for more details on the future 2022 / 2023 event  The Mount...

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...

Your January in 2022 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 family;...

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 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 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...

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...

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 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...

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 count down is on for 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 island...

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 2022...

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...

The Mount Gambier Fringe Festival is a cultural event that embraces acceptance and diversity; providing the opportunity for all artists to participate, shine and be bold, and for the community to experience art that...

The Geltwood Festival is a community event that promotes locally sourced goods, crafts, displays and hosts a variety of craft workshops. Held in Millicent each year, the Geltwood Festival is a great way to spend a day...

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 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...

Coonawarra After Dark Weekend is an annual event held in Penola with its host, Coonawarra Wineries, inviting visitors to get involved in the bounty grape harvest. The Food and Drink event is held in April at the height...

Mount Gambier is well known for a popular Jazz event known as Generations in Jazz, with the next festival being held in May 2022. Whilst offering a range of amusement options for visitors, the Generation in Jazz...

The Ghost Mushroom Lane is an event in Glencoe that showcases the unique Ghost Mushroom (Omphalotus nidiformis). This unique mushroom is endemic to Australia, known for its bioluminescent properties that are...

The Mount Gambier Mother’s Day Classic is a country-wide community event that benefits breast cancer research. It takes place in many cities throughout Australia, and also in Mount Gambier; traditionally at the...

The Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival, held annually, has grown in leaps and bounds to become one of the most flamboyant regional art festivals in South Australia. The festival brings together an eclectic fusion of art...

The Millicent Cup is a yearly racing event that is organised by the Millicent Racing Club, whose mission is to provide world-class training facilities to attract participation and income from the industry. The Millicent...

Coonawarra wine is renowned the world over for its outstanding quality wines and the month of July brings with it some fun times for those who love red wine. Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers is an event that brings together...

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...

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...

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...

The Big Red Kidney Walk is a benefit event held in September with the objective of spreading awareness and raising funds for the 1.7 million Australians who have kidney disease. The series of walks take place in several...

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...