History Festival

Explore Adelaide: unlike any other city in the world!

1 to 31 May 2026


South Australia’s History Festival is an annual event that celebrates the state’s history through walks, talks, exhibitions, workshops and more.

The festival is one of South Australia's largest community events and promotes the State's history via wonderful collections, places, and stories.

We are currently planning our events in preparation for the Festival in May 2026. 

South Australia’s History Festival is proudly supported by the City of Adelaide.

Tours, talks, workshops and exhibitions

Self-guided trails

Digital history