Major Events Calendar
The City of Victor Harbor hosts a range of major events throughout the year, attracting visitors and creating opportunities for local businesses, community groups and residents.
Use the calendar below to view upcoming major events in Victor Harbor.
For detailed information, including event set-up periods, road closures, traffic impacts and attendance information, download the Major Events Calendar.
Major Events Calendar 2026
Note: Event dates and details are subject to change. Information will be updated as details become available.
| Event | Event Date | Location | Traffic Implications | Event contact |
| Granite Island Run | Sunday 16 August 2026 | Causeway Plaza | No | Great Southern Runs |
| Coastrek | Friday 4 September 2026 | Causeway Plaza | No | Wild Women on Top |
| Rock N Roll Festival | 18-20/09/2026 | Warland/Road Closure | Road Closures | Fairy Pig/HMVC |
| Heysen Ultra Trail | 24/25 October 2026 | Soldiers Memorial Gardens | No | Ultra SA |
| Artisan Market Halloween Special | Saturday 31 October 2026 | Warland Reserve | No | Care Vaughan |
| RSL Remembrance Day Service | Wednesday 11 November 2026 | Soldiers Memorial Gardens | No | RSL Victor Harbor |
| Schoolies Festival | 20-22/11/2026 | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | Encounter Youth/CVH |
| Victor Harbor Half Marathon | Sunday 6 December 2026 | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | Great Southern Runs |
| Chrismas Pageant & Carols | 12/12/2026 | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | Rotary Victor Harbor |
| New Year's Eve Celebrations | 31/12/2026 | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | City of Victor Habor |
| Rotary Art Show | 9-16 January 2027 | Warland Reserve | No | Rotary Victor Harbor |
| Tour Down Under | 22/01/2027 | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | SA Touism Commission |
| Australia Day Celebrations | 26/01/2027 | Soldiers Memorial Gardens | No | City of Victor Habor |
| Victor Harbor Fringe Festival | Saturday 13 February 2027 | Warland Reserve | No | Artisan Markets |
| Adelaide Hils Cycling event | 22/02/2026 2027 TBC | Waitpinga Road | Road Closures | Adelaide Hills Cycling Club |
| Sid James Victor Harbor Triathlon | 6-8 March 2027 | Soldiers Memorial Gardens | Road Closures | Pushing Limits |
| ANZAC Day Dawn Service | 25/04/2027 | Soldiers Memorial Gardens | No | RSL Victor Harbor |
| Flinders to Fleurieu | May 2027 TBC | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | Motorsport Academy |
| Victor Harbor Valhalla Festival | 5-6 June 2027 (long weekend) | Kent Reserve | Road Closures | Events and Festivals Australia |
| NAIDOC March | Friday 31 July 2026 2027 TBC | Warland Reserve | Road Closures | MIIPAAC |
Road Closures and Traffic Impacts
Some major events may require temporary road closures, parking restrictions or traffic management measures.
To stay informed:
- Visit the Road Closures page for current and upcoming traffic impacts.
- Subscribe to Council's Newsletters for event updates and road closure notifications.
- Contact the Events Team if you would like further information about a specific event.
Local Business Opportunities
Major events attract visitors to Victor Harbor and provide opportunities for local businesses to increase visitation and sales.
Businesses may wish to:
- Explore sponsorship and partnership opportunities with event organisers.
- Participate as event suppliers, vendors or service providers.
- Take advantage of increased visitor numbers during key event periods.
Plan promotions and marketing activities around major events.
Useful resources:
Contact Us
Festivals and Events Team
events@victor.sa.gov.au
08 8551 0500