Event and Entrant Fundraisers

Variety Footy Jet

Etihad Stadium, Docklands, Victoria, Australia

Thank you to all who booked their seats to join us on the fourth Variety SA Footy Jet. It was a fantastic day for all on board despite the 22 point loss to the Bombers. Thanks to Alliance Airlines, Sita Coaches and the AFL for making this possible and helping kids in need. Thanks also to Vili’s for the pies!

Event and Entrant Fundraisers

The Variety calendar includes all fundraisers for our Bash, V2 and 4WD, run by participants . More information for these fundraisers can be found by clicking the more information link below each listing.

Variety SA Radiothon

79 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

The Variety SA Radiothon was held on Friday 25 May, 2018. In a collaboration between FIVEaa and Variety SA, we hosted a live Radiothon and online auction with a pool package, thanks to Australian Outdoor Living and outdoor kitchen from Adelaide Outdoor Kitchens up for grabs and to raise more than $111,000 for South Australian kids in need.

Variety SA Annual Themed Ball

Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide SA, Australia

The 2018 SA Variety Ball – ‘Too Cool 4 School’ held on Friday 15 June at the Adelaide Convention Centre was amazing! The #VarietyBall lived up to its promise of being a fantastic night out with The Cast, Billy Joel Tribute Concert Australia and Audio Box keeping the schoolyard rockin! This event would not be possible without the enormous support we receive from the Adelaide Convention Centre. A special thanks goes to the committee and sponsors Tim Adams Wines, Ramsey Bros, Blackbocks Jamshop, Class A Jewellers and The Fotobase Group and our other generous supporters on the night.

Variety Showdown Shield

Adelaide 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 Kids’ Easter Picnic

27 Mar 2018

Each year South Australian children in need are treated to a day of fun with; entertainment, snacks and lunch at the annual Variety Kids' Easter Picnic run by the Ladies of Variety

Variety Kids’ Surprise Party

13 Jun 2018

Each year South Australian children 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

3 Aug 201812:30pmAdelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide SA, Australia

You are invited to join Travis Boak, Taylor Walker together with their coaches, Ken Hinkley and Don Pyke at the Official Variety Showdown Luncheon proudly supported by both Port Adelaide and Adelaide Football clubs.

V2 Motorcycle Run

18 Oct 2018 - 21 Oct 2018

Start Line: Adelaide Harley Davidson Bike Works 6:30am – 7:30am Breakfast 7:45am – 8:00am SHARP departure *(Based on traffic conditions and roadworks may need to be earlier for ferry). This year the Variety V2 Motorcycle Run proudly sponsored by Adelaide Brighton Cement will be held from Thursday 18 October to Sunday 21 October. We will travel through the Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis, catch the ferry to Kangaroo Island, spend two days and nights taking in the spectacular coastal scenery and culinary delights the island has to offer before boarding the ferry back to the mainland. Once off the ferry we will travel through the Southern Fleurieu and along the south coast to our final night stay at ‘The Bend’ Motorsport Park at Tailem Bend.

Melbourne Cup Luncheon

6 Nov 201812.00pm

The Variety SA Melbourne Cup Luncheon is on again in 2018! Held at the Adelaide Convention Centre and hosted by Jane Reilly, OAM and Ambassador for Variety, with live band "The Cast", fashion parade by Showies and onsite bookie, "Hollywood" Syd McDonald. After Party downstairs at the brand new “Home Ground” with Happy Hour including specials on G & T and Expresso Martinis.  Tickets are limited so be sure to book your tickets today. All proceeds assisting children who are in need in South Australia.

Variety Vintage Luncheon

16 Nov 2018

The Variety Vintage Luncheon and wine auction is one of Variety SA's main functions, raising funds for South Australian children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs. The function will be returning again on Friday 16 November (2018) at the National Wine Centre. Twelve prominent South Australian wineries have each donated a barrel of their finest 2017 vintage wine that has been bottled and uniquely labelled for this special event. Ticket includes: Wine tastings, 3 course lunch, fine wines, beer and soft drink with plenty more to keep you satisfied throughout the day.

Variety Kids Christmas Party – Port Lincoln

22 Nov 2018Port Lincoln, South Australia, Australia

Every year the Ladies of Variety (L.O.V.) host the Variety Kid's Christmas party in Port Lincoln. The event intends to bring joy and Christmas spirit to over 100 local children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs along with their carers.

Variety Kids Christmas Party

28 Nov 2018

More than 2,800 children, carers and volunteers attend the Variety Kid's 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.

4WD Adventure

6 Apr 2019 - 12 Apr 2019Parachilna SA, Australia

Parachilna to Laura - 'Prairie to the Dairy'. Do you have a craving for adventure? The Variety SA 4WD Adventure 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! New entrants welcome and encouraged!

SA Variety Bash

10 Aug 2019 - 17 Aug 2019

Register now for the 2019 SA Variety Bash proudly sponsored by Tim Adams Wines | Mr Micks, and give yourself the maximum opportunity to fundraise! The event departs from Mawson Lakes and ends in Murray Bridge with surprises in between. It's the adventure of a lifetime. The Bash. Ya Gotta Do it!