Events
Events
Find out what's on at the University of Adelaide.
Elder After Hours - Radiance
Wednesday 24 September
In its third concert for 2025, Ensemble Lumen draws the audience into a dance of light and shadow, where three remarkable works shimmer with their own unique brilliance.
ASQ's Big Gig
Sunday 28 September
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of the Australian String Quartet with free concerts, exhibitions, and hands-on opportunities to try string instruments and explore a virtual reality experience.
Sports week and VC Cup
Monday 20 to Friday 24 October
Sports Week and the Vice-Chancellor's Cup returns for 2025 with a variety of sports and activities to get involved in. Compete for bragging rights across a week of different sports, looking to become the winner of the Sports Week shield, culminating in the 17th annual Vice Chancellor's Cup 800m relay and being awarded the VC Cup trophy.
The Fourth International Forum on Hydrogen Production Technologies
Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 October
HyPT-4 will bring together over 70 experts from around the world to compare the relative merits of alternative CO2-free hydrogen technologies. The forum will continue to explore in depth, a range of current and emerging zero carbon emission (CO2-free) hydrogen production technologies.
Celebration of Learning and Teaching
Thursday 13 November
Join us as we celebrate learning and teaching excellence and the recognition of success! Awards will be presented by Professor Peter Høj AC, Vice-Chancellor and President.
University of Adelaide Farewell Event
Friday 28 November
From 3 – 6pm on Friday 28 November, all staff from our three campuses are invited to come together to celebrate the University’s rich history and our bright future. This special event will feature food trucks, live performances, moments of reflection, and celebrations of our myriad achievements.
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Events
22 Sep
2025 Latin American Film Festival
The University is hosting the 2025 Latin American Film Festival. 13 films will be shown free of charge, after hours and on weekends. There is a great range of countries and genres being showcased. Monday 22 September to Sunday 5 October. Various times. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register. 30 Sep This seminar covers practical ways of noticing early signs of burnout and how to respond in a way that helps wellbeing, with an emphasis on optimising energy. It is specifically designed for high performance organisations, where internal and client demands are high, often requiring their people to work to tight timeframes and provide high quality, robust, fact-based deliverables. Tuesday 30 September, 12–1 pm. Online. Register. 30 Sep
Global Opportunities and Impact Forum 2025 - China and Japan
The Global Opportunities and Impact Forum (GOIF) series showcases international partnership opportunities and engagement activities across a range of focus countries and regions. Tuesday 30 September, 2–3.30 pm. Room 1062, Barr Smith South, North Terrace campus. Register. 01 Oct
Critical Minerals: Australia–EU Collaboration for the Green Transition
With COP30’s Action Agenda placing “Transitioning Energy, Industry and Transport” at centre stage, secure Australia-to-EU flows of critical minerals are vital to Europe’s net-zero rollout. The EU is deploying its Green Deal Industrial Plan, Net-Zero Industry Act and forthcoming Critical Raw Materials Act to meet surging demand, while Australia seeks to convert geological advantage into low-carbon value chains. Wednesday 1 October, 11 am to 12.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus and online. Register. 02 Oct
Elder Con Music Theatre present How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
This musical took Broadway by storm, winning both the Tony Award for Best Musical and a Pulitzer Prize. Matinee & evening performances. Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 October. Scott Theatre, North Terrace campus. Tickets. 02 Oct
Sustainability and biodiversity publishing workshop
This hands-on writing workshop series is being led by Professor Melissa Nursey-Bray in collaboration with NEST - the Network for Emerging Sustainability Thinkers, Environment Institute. Register your interest before Friday 19 September. Various dates and times. G.04, Benham meeting room, North Terrace campus. Register. 02 Oct Adelaide University Judo Club's upcoming Dynamic Balance Introductory Course commences in October running through to December. If you want to be safer in the instance of a fall this course is designed to lower your risk and improve your balance. Thursday 2 October to Friday 4 December, 11:15 am to 12:15 pm. 34 Phillips Street, Thebarton. $195. More information. 02 Oct
UniSuper webcast – The basics of investing your super
Like any chapter in your life, preparation can go a long way to ensure you're emotionally and financially ready for the road ahead. But where do you start when it comes to retiring? Everyone is welcome – even if you are not a UniSuper member. Thursday 2 October, 12.30–1.30 pm. Online. Register. 03 Oct
School of Psychology Research Seminar
Dr Natasha Van Antwerpen (School of Psychology) will present her quantitative and qualitative research studies aiming to provide empirical insights into how people and institutions navigate epistemic uncertainty, and how psychology can help them to do so effectively and responsibly. Friday 3 October, 1–2 pm. Room 526, Hughes building, North Terrace campus and online. Register. 07 Oct
Mastering communication for high impact
Effective communication is essential for success in any role. This course focuses on the critical skills and techniques needed to speak, listen, and connect with others. Participants will learn how to communicate with clarity and confidence, ensuring their message is understood and influential. Tuesday 7 October, 1.30–4.30 pm. 102 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus and online. Register.