This weekend, shop till you drop at the Boho Luxe Markets or indulge in South Australian produce with the Tasting Australia Winter Series.

Words Elisabeth Marie

Revitalising music

Music SA’s Umbrella Festival is back in 2022 with a program boasting more than 175 events across the state throughout July. This year, the festival aims to reignite the recovery of South Australia’s live music sector and is packed with performances of all kinds, from trad-folk to punk-rock, experimental jazz and acoustic covers. Highlight events from this year include Queer Club which, will feature five queer Australian artists; First Nations Voices at Nexus Arts and Bingo Loco, a night of lip-sync battles, dance-offs, confetti canons and crazy theatrics at UniBar Adelaide.

Winter wonders

Celebrate winter produce and experiences with an abundance of events across South Australia this July with the Tasting Australia Winter Series. Embrace the rich flavour of red wine and truffles in the Adelaide CBD or head across the ocean for a Sensorium of flavours on Kangaroo Island. The Tasting Australia Winter Series will offer a smorgasbord of flavours to sate every palate and reach each corner of South Australia with delectable dining opportunities.

Dry July

Challenge yourself to an alcohol-free month with Dry July to raise funds to support people affected by cancer. Funds raised as part of Dry July provide services for cancer patients, their families and carers – whether it’s a lift to a life-saving appointment, guidance from a specialist nurse, connection to an informative voice, access to therapy programs or a bed close to treatment.

We love wombats

On Saturday, July 2 join Wombats SA at the Capri Theatre for a special fundraising screening of Elvis. From 5.30pm, enjoy live entertainment from rock and roll band The Shakers and prepare for a 7pm screening of Elvis. All funds raised on the evening will be donated to support and improve Wombats SA’s wildlife reserves that currently include 7700 hectares and protect approximately 2000 wombats.

Beautifully bohemian

Show your support for sustainable and ethically sourced brands and shop till you drop from July 1 to 3 at the Boho Luxe Markets. Enjoy delicious artisan-made food and beverages, meet the makers and take part in creative workshops. There will be a curated selection of products from 200-plus creatives, including glamping, sustainable fashion, jewellery, artworks, homewares, furniture, skincare and vegan products, in a bohemian setting at the Wayville Showgrounds.

Wine and dine

Gather at The Kensington Hotel on Sunday, July 3 for a four-course long lunch paired with the newest vintage releases from Tin Shed Wines. Tin Shed Wines’ All Day Rosé, Wild Bunch Riesling, Melting Pot Shiraz and Lazy Arvo Grenache have been paired with a curated menu by The Kensington Hotel’s head chef, Sean Simpson. Indulge in delectable canapes, pan-seared duck breast with Maggie Beer’s fig vino cotto to start, a slow-roasted Barossa Valley pork belly for main, and a lavish cheese board to finish.