Victa Cinema’s Friday Flashbacks Vol. 7 is a love letter to classic cinema and pure nostalgia. It’s all about reliving the movies that shaped generations—films that feel instantly familiar, comforting, and timeless. These are the titles that transport you back to earlier days of moviegoing, when the stories felt larger than life and the cinema […]
Hey mums, it's time for a well-deserved break! Mums Time Out is your ultimate night out, celebrating the real, hilarious, and often chaotic journey of motherhood, the ups and downs of divorce, and embracing life in your fabulous 40s. This comedy show is all about the experiences that come with being a mum. Whether you’re […]
The Victor Harbor Farmers’ Markets is open every Saturday morning from 8am until 12:30 pm, no matter the weather. Here, you’ll find fresh produce, including locally grown fruits, vegetables, locally produced meats, seafood, wine, eggs, and much more. Grab a fresh bunch of flowers to take home with you, or bring back some sweet treats […]
The iconic bluesman and one of Australia’s most revered live performers, Lloyd Spiegel, brings his world-famous guitar work, soulful voice, and deeply human storytelling to regional audiences in 2026! This is a rare chance to experience world-class artistry up close, in a listening-room setting designed for focus, connection, and a true love of live music. “A guitarist almost without peer, Spiegel deconstructs how […]
The students of Yankalilla Area School have been paying attention - to the ocean, to the whales, to the stories that belong to this Country. And all through June, you can see what they found. 🐋 Oceans of Wonder is a free, student-led art exhibition at the Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre in Yankalilla, professionally displayed […]
There is beauty here in difference. 🌊 Sea Different is an exhibition of ocean-inspired artworks created by neurodiverse artists and NDIS participants from across the Fleurieu Coast - and it's one of the most quietly powerful things you'll encounter during Winter Whale Fest. Bold and playful. Calm and contemplative. Each piece is a unique window […]
Winter Whale Fest - A month-long celebration of nature, conservation, and community Each year, the Victor Harbor region welcomes one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles—the migration of Southern Right Whales to the stunning waters of the Fleurieu Peninsula. The Winter Whale Fest is a month-long celebration dedicated to these majestic marine visitors, offering a memorable […]
The sea has always drawn people in. This exhibition asks why. 🌊 Water People is a group exhibition at Coral Street Art Space, Victor Harbor; a beautifully considered show exploring surf, reef systems, migration routes and the deep cultural and spiritual ties between people and the ocean. Curated by Maria Ellers, the exhibition brings together […]
There's a reason drum circles have gathered people for millennia. Something shifts when a group makes rhythm together. 🥁🌊 Every Sunday in June, experienced facilitator Mark holds space for exactly that at the Deep Blue Drum Circle; a one-hour community gathering at Art of You Studio in Port Elliot, inspired by the energy and mystery […]
Leave with something you made with your own hands - and a story that's been carried for generations. 🐋 Every Saturday and Sunday in June, Berni; a 3rd generation Boandik descendant; opens up the Whale Lounge at Victor Harbor Visitor Centre for a hands-on weaving workshop like no other. Beginners welcome. No experience needed. Just […]
Some arrivals deserve to be marked. 🐋 Each winter, the whales return to these waters. And each year, we have the chance to pause; to stand at the edge of the ocean and acknowledge something bigger than ourselves. On 6 June at 10am, local Elders will open Winter Whale Fest with a Welcome to Country […]
Imagine a market where every stall is run by someone aged 5 to 20. 🐚 Handmade jewellery. Ocean-inspired artwork. Baked treats. Handcrafted goods brought to life by young makers who dreamed them up, made them, and are now selling them to you. On 6 June, the Hindmarsh Valley Progress Association invites the whole community to […]
Bring the whole family to the Victor Harbor Artisan Market! Discover local art, handmade jewellery, and delicious treats while enjoying live entertainment and coastal views. A fun-filled day of shopping, community, and creativity awaits!
Imagine starting a winter weekend like this. 🐋 Victor Harbor alive with people. Live music drifting across the reserve. Kids darting between workshops while you browse handcrafted goods from local Fleurieu makers - and somewhere nearby, someone who actually spots whales for a living is about to tell you something you'll never forget. The Winter […]
Long before Victor Harbor, the Vikings knew about the whales. 🐋🔥 In the Old Sagas of the 8th and 9th centuries, whales were revered as guides - their presence signalling safe passage and rich waters for seafarers crossing unknown seas. That ancient bond between ocean people and ocean giants is alive and well this June […]
As part of the Water People exhibition, Victa Cinema presents a special screening drawn from the cinematic ocean journeys of award-winning surf filmmaker Tim Bonython. With a camera in hand since 1978, Tim Bonython has spent decades chasing the world's biggest swell events to the most remote and dangerous coastlines on earth. His breathtaking […]
Some nights stay with you. This might be one of them. 🐋⭐ Twenty people. Two guides. One ancient story written across the sky. Cultural storyteller Mark Koolmatrie has spent a lifetime connecting people to Country - to the sea, the stars, and the creatures that move between them. Astronomer Fraser Farrell has spent years helping […]
The world premiere of Homecoming, a unique half-hour art documentary about life on the Bluff at Encounter Bay, presented at the iconic Victa Cinema as part of the 2026 Victor Harbor Winter Whale Festival. Two years in the making, this is a collaboration between Adelaide born composer Matt Laing and videographer Denis Smith, with the original […]
Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the Victor Harbor Beachside Markets, held every second and fourth Sunday on the scenic foreshore at Soldiers Memorial Reserve. This much-loved community market features between 30 and 70 stalls, offering an ever-changing variety of goods. Browse everything from clothing and jewelry to handmade soaps, bric-a-brac, candles, honey, plants, homewares, and […]
Support South Australian makers at the Victor Harbor Artisan Market! Discover unique handcrafted treasures, from home décor to jewellery, and taste gourmet delights made by local artisans.
On a winter evening in June, the streets of Victor Harbor will glow. 🐋✨ Glowing whale lanterns - each one handcrafted in community workshops, each one carrying a piece of the Kondoli story; will move through town from Victa Cinema to Warland Reserve, where the parade meets the sea for a final moment of shared […]
Experience an intimate evening of songs and stories with Patrick James — an Australian singer-songwriter whose heartfelt sound and honest storytelling have taken him across Australia, Europe, and the UK. After a huge run of Australian and European shows throughout 2024, including headline dates and festival appearances across Germany, the Netherlands, France, Switzerland and the […]
Shake, Rattle and Roll your way to the coast! Get ready for three jam-packed days of vintage vibes and rockin’ good times as Victor Harbor transforms into a toe-tapping time machine for the 2026 Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival, proudly presented by Fairy Pig. Set against the stunning backdrop of South Australia's beautiful Fleurieu […]
Her love for Rockabilly ignited when she discovered the legendary Wanda Jackson. That spark became a flame, and soon Cherry was carving out her own space in the genre. Originally dubbed the “Australian Imelda May” when she burst onto the scene, her unforgettable performance at Viva Las Vegas #21 earned her a new title: “The […]
The Linelockers bring a raw, dancefloor-ready rockabilly sound that fits the Victor Harbor Rock ’N’ Roll Festival perfectly. Based in Lismore, New South Wales, the group is widely described as a high-energy trio with a strong mix of roots rock ’n’ roll, rockabilly and honky-tonk, built around a grassroots love of the style and a […]
Lonnie Lee is a genuine pioneer of Australian rock and roll, and a name that connects directly to the first wave of the music in this country. Born David Laurence Rix in 1940 and raised between Sydney and Rowena in regional New South Wales, he came to prominence after competing in 2UW Amateur Hour in […]
Acknowledgment Of Country
Visit Victor Harbor acknowledge that the Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people are the Traditional Owners of our beautiful lands and surrounding waters. We recognise and respect the cultural connections the past, present and future Traditional Custodians have. We are committed to working with the Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people, supporting their role as custodians of their lands and helping ensure the future prosperity and cultural enrichment of the community.
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