100 Years of Broadcasting in South Australia
Friday 1 May, 7.30-9pm
Burnside City Uniting Church, 384 Portrush Road, Tusmore
Communication and entertainment, that is what radio brought to our homes. Ian Smyth, a member of Historical Radio Society of Australia, will take us through the development of licensed radio and television broadcasting, now part of our daily life.
A Day at the Beach: Family Fun Through the Decades at Henley and Grange
Daily throughout May
Ngutungka Henley, 378 Seaview Road, Henley Beach.
Come and see how children spent a day at Henley and Grange in times past. Our display features photos, objects, and rare film footage from different eras, showing changes in amusements, clothing, and refreshments for a day at the beach.
Australian Army Band Adelaide: Band Favourites Old and New
Sunday 31 May, 2-3pm
Burnside Ballroom, 401 Greenhill Rd, Tusmore
Join the Australian Army Band Adelaide for a captivating musical journey of timeless classics and contemporary favourites, evoking cherished memories, and creating new favourites. Gold coin entry, with all donations supporting Legacy.
Bradman Collection Guided Sessions
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays throughout May
Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide
The Bradman Collection celebrates the life and legacy of the sporting icon who called Adelaide home. Showcasing priceless personal memorabilia from 1927 to 1977, this experience offers a rare glimpse into cricketing history. Join Adelaide Oval’s expert Ambassadors for a free leisurely guided viewing.
From Exhibition to Alter: The Story of the Davey Family Wedding Gown
Saturday 23 May, 1-2.30pm
Migration Museum, 82 Kintore Avenue, Adelaide.
Journey from spectacle to ceremony in a vivid exploration of South Australia’s couture past. Join Corinne Ball to discuss the Davey family’s significant donation of costume to the History Trust of SA, while a textile conservator reveals new research on Sarah Shannon’s ‘Worth’ wedding gown from 1883.
Historic Tea Rooms of Jetty Road Brighton: Tea Room Row
Sunday 24 May, 2.30-4.30pm
Kingston’s Historic House, 5 Cameron Ave, Kingston Park.
A fascinating presentation about the historic tea rooms of Jetty Road, Brighton, circa 1915. Known as the Tea Room Row, four tea rooms engaged in a polite but fierce ‘menu war’.
History Hit Parade
Monday 11 May, 11am-12.30pm and Sunday 17 May, 4-5.30pm
The Mercury, 13 Morphett Street, Adelaide.
Keith Conlon (Mr South Australia) joins Steve Davis (Mr Adelaide Show) to explore South Australia stories through song at the Mercury Cinema. Keith brings legendary anecdotes, Steve shares his originals by Steve Davis & The Virtualosos. John Martins, courtship, forgotten connections. Lighthearted, surprising.
One Round Ball: Football’s Connections Across South Australia
Various dates throughout May
Servicefm Stadium, Matildas Drive, Gepps Cross
Explore how football connects communities across SA and beyond. Through photos, memorabilia, and stories, discover links between migrants and locals, families and clubs, grassroots and global stages. Share your own football connections and help shape our living history.
Peter Goers Presents: The Stories from Salisbury
Wednesday 13 May 2-3pm
Sailsbury Community Hub, 43 Church Street, Salisbury
Join Peter Goers and special guests for Stories of Salisbury. Hear panel members from the Salisbury Storytelling Project share personal memories that bring local history to life. Enjoy selected short films, a community postcard exhibition, and share your own story.
The Big Store: John Martin’s Documentary
Friday 1 May, 7-8.30pm
Marion Cultural Centre, 287 Diagonal Road, Oaklands Park
A special 20-minute preview of upcoming documentary, John Martin’s The Big Store, currently being produced by ABCX Productions. A Q&A panel will follow with the ABCX team, Greg Ashman, Andrew Burch, and Kristy Copley and John Martin’s author, Paul Flavel.
More information from the 2026 History Festival edition of WeekendPlus:
- Welcome to the 2026 History Festival
- History Festival Regional Top Picks
- Exploring connection at South Australia’s History Festival
