Events

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 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 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

25 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2023

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.

The Official Showdown Luncheon, proudly presented by Jarvis Toyota

31 Mar 202312pm

You are invited to join Variety at the Official Showdown Luncheon, proudly presented by Jarvis Toyota. Enjoy a fantastic two course meal and exclusive Showdown insight from club captains: Tom Jonas & Rory Sloane, coaches: Ken Hinkley & Matthew Nicks.

Variety Vintage Luncheon

12 May 202311:30amNational Wine Centre, Botanic Road, Adelaide SA, Australia

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

Variety SA Annual Themed Ball

15 Jul 20237:00 - 12:00amAdelaide Convention Centre North Terrace, North Terrace, Adelaide SA, Australia

The Variety SA Annual Themed Ball is a guaranteed great night out, and while you are having fun, it feels even better knowing the funds raised support South Australian children who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability. Enjoy a 3 course dinner, quality wine, beer and top class entertainment at the Adelaide Convention Centre.

SA Variety Bash

12 Aug 2023 - 19 Aug 2023

The 2023 SA Variety Bash: Port Adelaide to McLaren Vale proudly sponsored by Tim Adams Wines | Mr Mick, It's the adventure of a lifetime - The Bash. Ya Gotta Do it!

Variety Moto Run

18 Oct 2023 - 21 Oct 2023

The Variety Moto Run proudly presented by platinum sponsor Tim Adams Wines | Mr Mick. 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.

Aussie Muscle Car Run

21 Oct 2023 - 28 Oct 2023

The National Aussie Muscle Car Run is an annual motoring event incorporating Muscle cars of the golden era of Bathurst. The AMCR is an eight-day car cruise to help raise funds for SA kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability.

Variety Seafood Jet: Port Lincoln on a Plate!

27 Jun 202110:30am - 6:30pm

Take flight with Variety SA to Australia’s seafood capital and indulge in a decadent four course lunch, all in the name of supporting kids in need.

Melbourne Cup Luncheon

1 Nov 202212.00pmAdelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide SA, Australia

Adelaide’s Premier Melbourne Cup Charity function is held annually at the Adelaide Convention Centre with all proceeds assisting SA kids in need.

Variety SA Radiothon

25 Nov 20226am to 6pm

The Variety SA Radiothon is an annual collaboration with FIVEaa to host a live Radiothon and online auction, raising funds for South Australian kids in need. Each year there is a range fantastic auction items up for grabs thanks to our generous sponsors.