Variety Key Dates and Fundraisers

Variety Key Dates and Fundraisers

The Variety calendar includes all fundraisers for our Bash, Moto Run and 4WD, run by participants . More information for these fundraisers can be found by clicking the more information link below each listing.

Variety Kids’ Surprise Party

Each year South Australian kids in need are treated to a day full of fun with; entertainment, dancing, activities, snacks, lunch, and the chance to meet and greet with their favourite characters at the Variety Kids' Surprise Party.

Variety Showdown Shield Luncheon, proudly presented by Jarvis Toyota

13 Mar 2020Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide SA, Australia

You are invited to join us at the annual Variety Showdown Shield Luncheon proudly presented by Jarvis Toyota. Held in the William Magarey Room at the iconic Adelaide Oval, enjoy a fantastic 2 course meal and exclusive Showdown insight from club captains, coaches: Ken Hinkley & Matthew Nicks, past club champions: Domenic Cassisi & Mark Ricciuto, with entertainment from special guest comedian, Lawrence Mooney.

Variety Kids’ Easter Picnic

24 Mar 2020Adelaide Zoo, Frome Road, Adelaide SA, Australia

Each year South Australian kids who are sick, disadvantaged or who have special needs are treated to a day of fun, entertainment and lunch at the annual Variety Kids' Easter Picnic.

Variety Showdown Shield

28 Mar 2020Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide SA, Australia

The Adelaide Football Club and Port Adelaide Football Club have joined forces to support Variety – the Children’s Charity of South Australia and help make a greater impact on the lives of local kids in need. The three-year partnership between the organisations is focused around the bi-annual Showdown and will see the popular sporting event renamed the Variety Showdown Shield, providing a vehicle for Variety to educate the broader South Australian community on the assistance it provides to local children.

Variety 4WD Adventure

28 Mar 2020 - 3 Apr 2020

Due to overwhelming demand, the Variety SA 4WD Adventure is SOLD OUT! If you missed out, be sure to register your interest for the 2021 event. The Variety SA 4WD Adventure (2020): An Adventure in the Red Centre - 'Between a Rock and a Hard Place,’ proudly sponsored by Jarvis Toyota, provides entrants the opportunity to explore exclusive tracks around South Australia and beyond. Friendly atmosphere throughout, unique dining experiences and entertainment along the way, this fully catered journey offers a fine balance of comfort, adrenaline and outright adventure, all while raising much needed funds for South Australian kids in need.

Variety Footy Jet

18 Apr 2020Adelaide Airport SA, Australia

The Variety SA Footy Jet is a day trip to watch an AFL game interstate with proceeds supporting SA kids in need! It includes: Private jet (same day return), Coach transfers, AFL reserved seating and refreshments on board.

Variety SA Radiothon

29 May 2020

The Variety SA Radiothon, in collaboration with FIVEaa, will be held on Friday, May 29 2020. We are again hosting a live Radiothon and online auction to raise funds for South Australian kids in need. There will be fantastic auction items up for grabs so stay tuned for more information.

Variety Adventure Trek 2020

14 Jun 2020 - 20 Jun 2020Larapinta NT, Australia

Join the 7 day trek through the Larapinta Trail, one of the finest trekking challenges in Australia. Grab your mates, fundraise and create memories while supporting Variety to help kids in need.

Variety SA Annual Themed Ball

10 Jul 2020Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide SA, Australia

The Variety Annual Themed Ball: 'a Night in the Enchanted Forest' will be held on Friday July 10, 2020 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. The Variety Ball is one of Adelaide’s largest private functions where guests enjoy a three course dinner, quality wine, beer and top class entertainment. It is a guaranteed great night out with all proceeds supporting SA kids in need.

SA Variety Bash

8 Aug 2020 - 15 Aug 2020

Register now for the 2020 SA Variety Bash - 'Little Italy to Big Italy' proudly sponsored by Tim Adams Wines | Mr Mick, and give yourself the maximum opportunity to fundraise! It's the adventure of a lifetime from the South Australian Produce Markets (Pooraka, SA) to Griffith (NSW). The Bash. Ya Gotta Do it!

Variety Moto Run

15 Oct 2020 - 18 Oct 2020

The Variety Moto Run proudly sponsored by Adelaide Brighton Cement will be exploring the very best of the West Coast, South Australia in 2020. Four days of camaraderie and fun, whilst riding and driving some of our most interesting roads (all asphalt) during the day and enjoying the best food and wine the state has to offer in the evenings. The event is open to entrants with touring motorcycles and luxury vehicles. During the event entrants also have the option of flights in the helicopter or relaxing in the bus that both accompany the event.

Melbourne Cup Luncheon

3 Nov 202012.00pmAdelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide SA, Australia

The Variety SA annual Melbourne Cup Charity Luncheon at the Adelaide Convention Centre was a great success! A fantastic day of racing, fine dining and fashion, while at the same time giving kids in South Australia a fair go.

Variety Kids’ Christmas Party – Port Lincoln

19 Nov 2020Port Lincoln Hotel, Lincoln Highway, Port Lincoln SA, Australia

Every year Variety hosts the Variety Kids' Christmas Party in Port Lincoln. The event intends to bring joy and Christmas spirit to local children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs along with their carers.

Variety Vintage Luncheon

20 Nov 2020National Wine Centre, Botanic Road, Adelaide SA, Australia

If you enjoy South Australian wine, then attending the Variety Vintage Luncheon 2020 at the National Wine Centre on Friday 20 November is a must. Twelve prominent South Australian wineries will each donate a barrel of their finest 2019 vintage wine to bottle and exclusively label for this special event.

Variety Kids’ Christmas Party

25 Nov 2020Adelaide Showground, Goodwood Road, Wayville SA, Australia

More than 2,800 kids, carers and volunteers attend the Variety Kids' Christmas Party at the Adelaide Showgrounds. With activity stations all around the room and entertainment on the stage up front, there is so much to see and do! Register to find out more.

Phil Hoffmann Travel: Inaugural Charity Cruise, proudly supporting Variety

30 Nov 2020 - 7 Dec 2020Tasmania, Australia

Come and join your hosts Rambo, Rosalie and Cherylee for early Christmas celebrations, live shows, Variety cocktail party, and a host of other Variety surprises on board all while helping South Australian kids in need through Variety - the Children's Charity of South Australia. Visit the video link: https://youtu.be/Q07BMx6fnP8.