12 Unmissable Things To Do In Adelaide At Night
When visiting South Australia’s Adelaide, you will find so many fantastic things to see and do to fill your days and nights. Jump on the City Circle Tram and listen to commentary about the history of several major attractions and landmarks, And the tram is free! Visit the Adelaide Botanic Garden and the Eureka Skydeck then do some shopping in Queen Victoria Market in South Australia.
Several terrific daytime attractions will keep you busy from sunrise to sunset. What to do when the sun goes down and most of the main attractions close is the question on many visitors’ minds. There are numerous things to do in Adelaide at night that do not include bar hopping or hitting up the nightclubs, although those are not terrible options!
Before you hit the town for a night of fun and excitement, drop your things in an Adelaide luggage locker. Cut loose without lugging extra belongings and gear with you. After enjoying interesting and unique things to do in Adelaide at night, pick your things back up and head back to your hotel.
Ebenezer Night Markets
Address: 31 Ebenezer Place, Adelaide
Visit this amazing seasonal market for some of the greatest street food in Adelaide, wonderful gift ideas, and must-see crafts. This night market is open throughout the summer months and is the place to be when you just want to stroll along and hang out with the locals. Plan on spending a few hours exploring all the market has to offer. The night market is not all that different from the very enjoyable Adelaide Central Market.
From jewelry, artisan crafts, clothing, home items, and of course, baked goods and foodstuffs, this market really does have a little bit of everything. Bring along a big appetite because you will want to sample several of the goodies offered at the food stalls throughout the Ebenezer Night Market. Some nights live music and street performers entertain the crowd.
Bakehouse Theatre
Address: 255 Angas Street, Adelaide
Spend an evening at this wonderful performing arts theatre located on Angas Street, only about 12 minutes from the Holey Moley Golf Club. The Bakehouse Theatre actually has two venues under one roof; one theatre seats up to 87 people while the other seats up to 40 people.
Check out their schedule of events to see what shows or productions are playing when you will be staying in Adelaide. A night of live theatre is wonderful fun, there are even family-friendly shows available for those vacationing with the entire family. Book your tickets in advance online to ensure you have a seat for the show you want to see.
Mary’s Poppin
Address: 5 Synagogue Place, Adelaide
When you are looking for a fantastic place to party all night, Mary’s Poppin is the place to be. It is an 18 and over bar that is open Thursday through Saturday from 9:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. Some of the best live entertainment in Adelaide can be found here.
Skip the long lines waiting to get into the club, and reserve one of the best tables in the VIP sections. Bookings can be done online and you are guaranteed your own private booth and all the best VIP services available. The bright lights and live music will keep you hopping all night.
Holey Moley Golf Club Adelaide
Address: Level 1/162-170 Pulteney Street, Adelaide
Play a round of miniature golf at one of the best golf clubs in Adelaide. Located next to Hindmarsh Square on Pulteney Street, you will have a blast hanging out with friends and playing mini golf. The nightclub vibe will draw you in and make you want to stay a bit.
Friday and Saturdays, Holey Moley is open until midnight; after 5:00 p.m. it is 18 and over with ID checks being done for all entering the golf club. The full-service bar with several signature cocktails and brews on tap will make playing a serious round of mini golf almost impossible. You can book your tickets online to ensure you and your friends can visit on the night you want.
West Terrace Cemetery Tour
Address: 161 West Terrace, Adelaide
Conveniently located about ten minutes from the Adelaide Casino and only a short walk from the Elephant & Castle Hotel restaurant, the West Terrace Cemetery may sound like an odd and bit creepy place to spend an evening, but this walking tour is one of the best things to do in Adelaide at night. The tour lasts about 60 minutes and will leave you speechless.
With sound effects and special lighting, experienced actors dressed in period costumes will weave stories and mysteries from the past. You will see ghost stories come alive and listen as unsolved mysteries are spun as you walk through the cemetery. Ghost tours are held year-round. April through September nightly tours are from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. and October through March from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Electric Circus
Address: 17 Crippen Place, Adelaide
You will want to dance the night away at the Electric Circus nightclub. The club is open Friday and Saturday nights from 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. Listen to the DJ create fantastic dance mixes, techno, and R&B playlists while dancing with friends and meeting new people.
Located just a short walk from the Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Festival Centre, this is one of the best nightclubs in the city and a fantastic way to spend a night on the town in Adelaide. The industrial-chic nightclub offers a huge dance floor, techno lighting, and a full-service bar. What more could you ask for when out on the town in Adelaide?
Moonlight Cinema Adelaide
Address: Botanic Park, Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide
Kick back and enjoy a movie at the Moonlight Cinema. Depending on the film being shown, it can be a fabulous family fun evening or a romantic night on the town. Located near the Adelaide Zoo and Adelaide Botanic Garden, you can spend your day exploring both places then settle in for a wonderful night at this creative and fun outdoor movie theater.
The gates open at 7:00 p.m. but the movies do not generally start until after 8:00 p.m. This gives you plenty of time to find the best spot to watch the movie, rent a bean bed, and arrange your snacks. You can bring your own food and drinks or buy from the candy bar and concession stand. Alcoholic beverages are allowed. Nights can sometimes get chilly so bring along a blanket.
Hellbound Wine Bar
Address: Basement/201 Rundle Street, Adelaide
After spending the day museum hopping through Adelaide, sit back and relax at the Hellbound Wine Bar for a special time of wine tasting. The wine bar is located near the University of Adelaide and has several must-see museums and attractions nearby such as the Ayers House Museum, South Australian Museum, and Art Gallery of South Australia. The Rundle Mall is also located within walking distance of Hellbound Wine Bar.
You can sit back alone or meet for drinks with friends and enjoy a glass of white wine or maybe something a bit more mysterious and earthy, such as a red wine from one of the local wineries. Cheese, fruit, and other small goodies are also served with your wine upon request. Make it a lovely night of sipping wine, munching on snacks, and catching up with friends.
Many people do not realize Adelaide is the national wine centre right in the heart of the wine region. Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale are home to several wonderful wineries, making it such fun to enjoy wine tastings in the area.
Grace Emily Hotel
Address: 232 Waymouth Street, Adelaide
The Grace Emily Hotel is one of the best live music venues in town and is a fun place to spend a Friday night. It is only about four minutes from the Wauwi City Park and Light Square and is open from 4:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. every day. Spend time hanging out in the beer garden and enjoy a quick snack and then head into the main hall to listen to live music.
The schedule of artists is updated often and posted on the Grace Emily Hotel Facebook page. You can check out the schedule and learn how to order tickets in advance so you can skip the long lines when you get there. Stroll along Waymouth Street and enjoy marvelous street art before heading into the Grace Emily Hotel.
Therapy Cocktail Bar
Address: 2 Peel St, Adelaide
Stroll down Hindley Street and make a turn onto Peel Street to find the Therapy Cocktail Bar near the Holiday Inn Express, Hotel Grand Chancellor, and Mayfair Hotel in the Adelaide city centre. This is one of the quirky bars in the area and should not be missed when looking for things to do in Adelaide at night.
The cocktail bar opens at 5:00 p.m. and has over 100 different cocktails on the menu including a few signature cocktails that the bartenders have created. You will find one, or maybe, two delicious drinks that will make you want more than one. Relax with friends in the city centre and enjoy the tranquil ambiance of the Therapy Cocktail Bar.
Adelaide Zoo
Address: Frome Road, Adelaide
Zoo nights at the Adelaide Zoo are available for those looking for a way to relax and enjoy being outdoors during balmy nights. The gates open after hours for you to experience the zoo and its jungle-like atmosphere at night. You can hop on the EcoCaddy and get up-close-and-personal with some of the native and exotic animals at the zoo including dingoes, giraffe, and meerkats.
Sit and watch keepers work with the Little Penguins (the smallest species) and marvel at the pelicans as they enjoy a meal. You can even take part in the Flying Colours Free Flight experience with the zoo’s Nature Theatre Team. Watch as the keeper starts putting some of the animals to bed for the night. This is truly a wonderful way to spend an evening and even makes for a fantastic date night. The next day at brunch, you can talk about what an incredible night you had.
Adelaide Gaol Ghost Tours
Address: 18 Gaol Rd, Thebarton
Located just outside Adelaide in Thebarton, the Adelaide Gaol is one of the most notorious prisons in South Australia. This is the longest continuously operating prison in Australia and is one of the most haunted. Children under 12 years are not allowed on the tour.
Be on high alert when you take part in the tour, you may come across the ghost of Governor Ashton who was murdered inside the gaol and his body then dropped through a window. You may also come face-to-face with the ghost of the most notorious serial killer in South Australia. Learn about Sister Mary MacKillop’s interesting connection to the gaol, the hairs on the back of your neck will stand on end.
There were 45 hangings carried out at the Adelaide Gaol and there is a burial site under Murderer’s Row. It is believed that at least 12 of those who were buried there still stalk through the halls of the gaol and cause odd occurrences inside the 147-year-old prison. The tour will last about two hours.
Adelaide at Night
Visit Adelaide and spend your days checking out several of the wonderful attractions including the Adelaide Central Market, Victor Harbor, and Adelaide Oval. But, when the sun goes down, the city does not simply go to sleep, and there are several fantastic things to do in Adelaide at night.
See the view from a rooftop bar or take a walk along the River Torrens. Gouger Street is a good place to look for late night eats and a food tour near Henley Beach will prove to be delicious. A night in Adelaide is never boring!
