
Guitars In Bars
Monday 15 September – Sunday 12 October
Various locations
Guitars in Bars showcases South Australia’s dynamic live music scene in great venues across the state. Artists take to the stages of pubs, clubs, shops, hotels and bars in a series of free and ticketed events featuring the humble guitar.

Adelaide International Classical Guitar Competition Final
Sunday 14 September, 10:00am
Elder Hall
This highly esteemed annual event has served as a springboard for numerous up-and-coming artists globally, including South Korean Young Taek Jo, who earned the top prize in 2024. The Adelaide International Classical Guitar Competition has provided career-launching opportunities for eleven incredible young guitarists.

On the Road
Thursday 2 October – Sunday 12 October
Various locations
Adelaide Guitar Festival’s award-winning program On the Road is heading to Ngarrindjeri, Bindjali and Boandik country in South Australia’s South East and Limestone Coast for the very first time.
Thursday 2nd October – Keith
Friday 3rd October – Naracoorte
Saturday 4th October – Coonawarra
Sunday 5th October – Robe
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th October – Mount Gambier
More information from the 2025 Adelaide Guitar Festival edition of WeekendPlus:
