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SA Stories - South Australian Tourism NewsMay2008
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Events: Looking Ahead

ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL
6-15 June 2008
Enjoy nights of music, satire, comedy, performance art and dance the night away at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival, which offers the best local, national and international artists in the cabaret genre, with classic and contemporary cabaret performances. See the Adelaide Festival Centre transformed into different cabaret venues - plus bars, cafes, restaurants, clubs and comfy nooks in which to chat and enjoy a drink. Each evening the late night action is at the Kool Kat Festival Club, where the drinks flow, the music is engaging, the dance floor is packed and many an artist can be glimpsed among the crowd.
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RIVERLAND BALLOON FIESTA 2008
7-9 June 2008
Enjoy hot air balloon rides and demonstrations at Renmark at this spectacular event. See how air balloons are packed for transport, unfurled and repacked and how the burner functions. Ballooning pilots will also be available to answer questions and discuss all aspects of ballooning in a weekend of activity for families and the community. The hot air balloons will be launched from Oval 2, the local Renmark hockey field, twice a day. Commercial flights will also be available to the courageous and those who wish to take in some spectacular views of the Murray River.
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BANKSA SEA & VINES FESTIVAL 2008
8-9 June 2008
The BankSA Sea & Vines Festival 2008 is a celebrated event held in the renowned wine district of McLaren Vale, where the vines meet the sea on the Fleurieu Peninsula, just a short drive from Adelaide. More than 20 wineries in the region will match their wine to delicious seafood delights, plus there will be plenty of alternatives for kids and vegetarians. So grab a glass of wine and a plate of some of the best regional cuisine and enjoy the entertainment on offer at participating wineries. Bring your family and friends and stay for the long weekend – there’s plenty of accommodation options to suit every taste and budget.
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RALLY SA
25-27 July 2008
Rev-heads rejoice! Australia's most popular and spectator-friendly round of the Australian Rally Championships is on again amid the vineyards of South Australia's Barossa, Adelaide Hills and Murraylands. It’s three days of spectacular jumps, water crossings and amazing sideways, sliding, flat-out rally action and this year’s race will be all about speed, noise and excitement.
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SOUTH AUSTRALIAN LIVING ARTISTS FESTIVAL 2008
1-17 August 2008
Audiences are invited to visit exhibitions that are held across the state in approximately 300 venues featuring up to 1500 artists. Visual art displays and activities involve established and emerging artists in an array of art forms including painting, photography, moving image, sculpture, craft, glass and mixed media. Exhibitions and open studios can be found in metropolitan and regional venues. All SALA activities are free.
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BAROSSA GOURMET WEEKEND 2008
23-24 August 2008
The Barossa Gourmet weekend is a fantastic opportunity to indulge in food, wine and music and famous hospitality in the beautiful Barossa. Up to 25 participating wineries provide a range of food options from both Barossa Adelaide restaurants, all accompanied with premium Barossa wines. You can also enjoy a range of entertainment to suit all tastes at each of the venues.
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