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50 Years

When Adelaide Festival Centre opened 50 years ago, our city was forever changed. It opened our eyes to the world, opened our minds to new forms of art, and opened our hearts to the joy of live performance.

02 06 2023 Libby O Donovan 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert Photo Credit Thomas Mc Cammon

Join us for our 50th anniversary. We're open to all.

In 2023, we're cracking open the bubbles, and inviting you to join us in celebrating 50 wonderful years of arts and entertainment. Be sure to subscribe to be the first to hear about our year-round calendar of exciting events that look back fondly to our past and eagerly forward to the next half century.

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Upcoming events


The First 50 Podcast

Join Libby ODonovan for 50 years of stories, anecdotes and memories from the stars and behind-the-scenes operators who have made Adelaide Festival Centre the home of arts and entertainment.


50th Anniversary Program Partner


Celebrating 50 Years


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Adelaide Festival Centre Shop

Celebrate 50 years by bringing a piece of Adelaide Festival Centre home with you.

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