Exciting events and experiences happening this month in Adelaide.

<p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>UNGLUED<br>LION ARTS FACTORY | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST</strong><br><br><strong><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-15799%2Fevent-description%2F1764733632444-Unglued-2026-16x9.jpg" style="width: 838px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></strong><br></p>
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ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope Photographs By Scott Hicks Opening Friday 16 January 2026 at Immersive Light and Art For a strictly limited season, step into ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope, a striking collection of black-and-white photographs by internationally acclaimed film director Scott Hicks. Before his rise to cinematic fame, Hicks captured raw, electrifying moments with music legends of the 1970s and ’80s. Now, these intimate glimpses are reimagined on an epic scale at ILA (Immersive Light and Art). Experience the chaos, energy, and artistry of an era that defined pop culture brought to life in the gallery and on the immersive screens at Immersive Light and Art. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to step behind the velvet rope and witness music history through the lens of a master storyteller. Admission: General Admission: $12 Concession: $8 Under 15 and Companion: Free Exhibition Dates & Times: Friday 16 January – Saturday 24 January 2026 (10am-8pm daily, closed Sunday) and Wednesday 28 January – Saturday 7 February 2026 (10am-6pm Wed-Sat, closed Sundays)
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ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope Photographs By Scott Hicks Opening Friday 16 January 2026 at Immersive Light and Art For a strictly limited season, step into ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope, a striking collection of black-and-white photographs by internationally acclaimed film director Scott Hicks. Before his rise to cinematic fame, Hicks captured raw, electrifying moments with music legends of the 1970s and ’80s. Now, these intimate glimpses are reimagined on an epic scale at ILA (Immersive Light and Art). Experience the chaos, energy, and artistry of an era that defined pop culture brought to life in the gallery and on the immersive screens at Immersive Light and Art. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to step behind the velvet rope and witness music history through the lens of a master storyteller. Admission: General Admission: $12 Concession: $8 Under 15 and Companion: Free Exhibition Dates & Times: Friday 16 January – Saturday 24 January 2026 (10am-8pm daily, closed Sunday) and Wednesday 28 January – Saturday 7 February 2026 (10am-6pm Wed-Sat, closed Sundays)
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<p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>The Whistlin’ Donkeys</strong> are making their much-anticipated return to Australia, hitting stages across the country this <strong>January and February 2026. </strong></p><p style="text-align: center;">Hailing from County Tyrone, Ireland, The Whistlin’ Donkeys have carved out a fierce following with their signature blend of traditional Irish folk and high-energy Celtic rock.<br><br>Their explosive live shows, filled with pounding rhythms, soaring fiddle lines, and sing along anthems, have made them one of Ireland’s most in-demand live acts — and an unstoppable force on Aussie soil.<br><br>The band has just recorded a version of the iconic Men At Work song '<strong>Land Down Under</strong>' to play at shows in 2026.<br><br>This is a show that promises to be loud, lively, and unforgettable.<br><br> Don’t miss your chance to witness one of Ireland’s finest – live and unleashed in Australia.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>THE WHISTLIN' DONKEYS AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026<br>LION ARTS FACTORY | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-15799%2Fevent-description%2F1763424424115-The+Whistlin+Donkeys+-+Australia+2026+%28600x300%29.png" style="width: 838px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></p>
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ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope Photographs By Scott Hicks Opening Friday 16 January 2026 at Immersive Light and Art For a strictly limited season, step into ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope, a striking collection of black-and-white photographs by internationally acclaimed film director Scott Hicks. Before his rise to cinematic fame, Hicks captured raw, electrifying moments with music legends of the 1970s and ’80s. Now, these intimate glimpses are reimagined on an epic scale at ILA (Immersive Light and Art). Experience the chaos, energy, and artistry of an era that defined pop culture brought to life in the gallery and on the immersive screens at Immersive Light and Art. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to step behind the velvet rope and witness music history through the lens of a master storyteller. Admission: General Admission: $12 Concession: $8 Under 15 and Companion: Free Exhibition Dates & Times: Friday 16 January – Saturday 24 January 2026 (10am-8pm daily, closed Sunday) and Wednesday 28 January – Saturday 7 February 2026 (10am-6pm Wed-Sat, closed Sundays)
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<p style="text-align: center;">Following the release of his highly anticipated album last night you said you missed me, the Australian-born, Swedish-based singer will return home, performing debut shows in Australia and New Zealand.<br><br>After a whirlwind few years, releasing his debut album Bloom Mountain in 2023, to opening for Noah Kahan at BST Hyde Park just two years on, Hazlett’s fast-growing popularity lays testament to what is to come for indie-folk's next biggest star.<br><br>Hazlett’s unique brand of “Indie Ballroom Folk” has gained global attention from his home in Stockholm, Sweden to his native Brisbane, Australia, which led to the highly-anticipated September release of the singer’s latest album last night you missed me, which has impressed both fans and critics alike.<br><br>Hailed as one to watch, don’t miss these mesmerising shows as Hazlett returns for the Coming Home Tour in January and February 2026.<br><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">HAZLETT 'COMING HOME TOUR'<br>LION ARTS FACTORY| FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH 2026</span></strong></p>
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ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope Photographs By Scott Hicks Opening Friday 16 January 2026 at Immersive Light and Art For a strictly limited season, step into ICONS: Behind the Velvet Rope, a striking collection of black-and-white photographs by internationally acclaimed film director Scott Hicks. Before his rise to cinematic fame, Hicks captured raw, electrifying moments with music legends of the 1970s and ’80s. Now, these intimate glimpses are reimagined on an epic scale at ILA (Immersive Light and Art). Experience the chaos, energy, and artistry of an era that defined pop culture brought to life in the gallery and on the immersive screens at Immersive Light and Art. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to step behind the velvet rope and witness music history through the lens of a master storyteller. Admission: General Admission: $12 Concession: $8 Under 15 and Companion: Free Exhibition Dates & Times: Friday 16 January – Saturday 24 January 2026 (10am-8pm daily, closed Sunday) and Wednesday 28 January – Saturday 7 February 2026 (10am-6pm Wed-Sat, closed Sundays)
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Having just completed a triumphant 23-date European headline tour and supporting Paul Kelly across Australian arenas, multi-award winning artist <strong>Fanny Lumsden</strong> announces her national headline tour of Australia, taking place this coming February.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Fanny Lumsden and her band The Prawn Stars will traverse the country in February 2026 with shows in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney before wrapping up in Canberra.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Recognised for her DIY and trail blazing spirit shown by her regional Country Halls Tour where she has taken her joyous, energetic, and brilliant live show to over 300 halls across Australia, NZ , United Kingdom and Europe.</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Fanny’s recent shows in Europe included a triumphant 23-date headline tour, a sold-out Country Halls tour in Scotland, no less than 7 festivals plus a support slot with fellow Australian singer songwriter Paul Kelly. </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Her performances garnered praise with local press with the UK’s <em>Entertainment Focus</em> choosing her as one of its Top Ten highlights following her opening set on the main stage at the prestigious The Long Road Festival in Leicestershire, quoting <em>“It’s obvious she loves the UK audience... and that feeling seemed very much mutual, so I hope it won’t be too long until she’s back.”</em> Country In The UK, in its Ones To Watch feature, stated: <em>“the most uplifting set that you will see all weekend which is guaranteed to put the biggest smile on your face.” </em>She was also chosen for the BBC’s live coverage from Belladrum Festival in Scotland. </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">At the conclusion of her extensive European touring schedule, Fanny then immediately jumped onto a plane to head home to Australia for her opening slot on Paul Kelly’s Antipodean Arena Tour with Lucinda Williams<em> - </em>with<em> </em>her reputation as <em>“the hardest working woman in showbiz” </em>firmly intact!</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Fanny firmly operates in her own lane and every turn<em> “confirms Fanny as a distinctive storyteller, and an indelible personality who can win over fans in or outside of country music” </em>(Doug Wallan, The Australian)</span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><em><span style="font-size: 18px;">“There are certain visionary artists forging new paths and reinventing what popular music looks and sounds like. Fanny Lumsden is one such artist, delivering a compelling blend of stagecraft, storytelling, and musical prowess that has mesmerised audiences all over the world”</span></em></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>FANNY LUMSDEN // SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7 // LION ARTS FACTORY</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-15799%2Fevent-description%2F1756860138032-FannyLumsden-OSD-4x5Tile-Adelaide.jpg" style="width: 582px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> </strong></span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>*Please note these tickets are for VOILÀ on February 10, NOT for VOLA on February 13 also at Lion Arts Factory.</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;">Fresh from selling out both their upcoming US and European headline tours, LA-based pop-rock duo <strong>VOILÀ</strong> have announced their long-awaited debut Australian tour, <strong>The Magic Word</strong>, for February 2026. Tickets go on sale Friday 26th September from 9am local time via Destroy All Lines.<br> <br> Their five-date Australian run will begin in Perth on Sunday 8th February and will travel through Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and wrap in Brisbane on Sunday 15th February.<br> <br> Comprising of <strong>Luke Eisner</strong> (Wisconsin) and <strong>Gus Ross</strong> (London), VOILÀ are an Emmy-nominated, fully independent act who self-produce, write and perform every song. With over 500 million global streams under their belt, the band's commitment to a magically themed aesthetic has resulted in the creation of a loyal global community, known affectionately as <em>“the magicians"</em>.<br> <br> After releasing their acclaimed third album <strong><em>Glass Half Empty</em></strong> in 2023, the duo returned with their highly anticipated fourth record <em>The Last Laugh (Part I),</em> and they’re already teasing its sequel, <strong><em>The Last Laugh (Part II)</em></strong>, due later this year. The duo are on their way to world domination - last month they lit up the stages at Reading & Leeds Festival alongside Bring Me The Horizon, Hozier, Limp Bizkit, Chappell Roan and more, firmly staking their claim on the global stage.<br> <br> Their live shows are leaving a lasting impression: The Soundboard wrote of a recent UK performance, <em>“Walking out of the venue, there was that rare feeling you only get after a night that completely sweeps you up, like you’ve been part of something bigger than yourself,” </em>while Hive Magazine added, <em>“I wish my words could do it justice, but the only way to ever understand the experience of a VOILÀ show is to witness it yourself.”</em><br> <br> Witness <strong>VOILÀ's</strong> magic for the first time in Australia next February!<br><br><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">VOILÀ PRESENTS THE MAGIC WORD<br>LION ARTS FACTORY | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH 2026</span></strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;"><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-15799%2Fevent-description%2F1758506711255-voila_insta45_adel_OSD.jpg" style="width: 838px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></span></strong><br></p>
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<h3 data-ogsb="rgb(255, 255, 255)" style="text-align: center;"><strong><span data-ogsb="rgb(255, 251, 0)">DREAM THEATER’S</span> ICONIC LINEUP OF JAMES LABRIE, JOHN MYUNG, JOHN PETRUCCI, MIKE PORTNOY AND JORDAN RUDESS RETURN TO AUSTRALIA FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FIFTEEN YEARS<span data-ogsb="rgb(255, 251, 0)">.</span></strong></h3><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;">With the worldwide excitement around the recently completed European tour, GRAMMY®-winning, progressive music titans Dream Theater have announced their 40th Anniversary Tour 2026 leg for Australia. The tour will be An Evening With Dream Theater and will be the first tour of Australia since drummer Mike Portnoy’s return to the lineup joining vocalist James LaBrie, bassist John Myung, guitarist John Petrucci, and keyboardist Jordan Rudess.</p><div title="Page 1"><p style="text-align: center;">“The excitement we have felt from the fans since the first leg of this tour was announced has been overwhelming! Now we get to bring the show to our fans all across the world, and play a bunch of cities that we haven’t been together in for more than a decade. We can’t wait to continue this historic celebration of 40 years together with everyone in Asia and Australia next year. We still have plenty of more exciting Dream Theater news to share in the coming weeks,” explains Dream Theater.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Dream Theater will be performing classics and fan favourites from their catalogue in what promises to be an unforgettable evening of music.</p></div><div title="Page 1"><br></div><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto"><div dir="auto"><br></div></div></div></div><hr><p style="text-align: center;">Upgrade your gig experience and live large with the Hindley Highlife: Exclusive entry via your own lane 30 minutes before doors to enjoy a pre-party on the balcony with a complimentary cocktail and snacks and priority bar service!</p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">(HED) P.E. Still ‘Broke’ Australian Tour 2026 with NONPOINT</span></strong></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><strong>(HED) P.E.</strong> return to shake Australia to its very foundations and they are bringing <strong>NONPOINT</strong> with them <br><br>Celebrating the <strong>25th anniversary of their landmark album <em>Broke</em></strong>, the band will deliver a full-throttle set packed with fan favourites like <em>Bartender</em>, <em>Killing Time</em>, and <em>Feel Good</em>; which featured none other than <strong>Serj Tankian</strong> (System of a Down) and <strong>Morgan Lander</strong> (Kittie) on the album.<br><br> Critics hailed <strong><em>Broke</em></strong> as a <em>“magnum opus of rap, funk, hip hop, and metal”</em> (UnEarthed), while <em>Sputnikmusic</em> praised its <em>“excellent”</em> <em>RATM meets hip-hop genre fusion and raw emotional punch.</em> Whilst <strong>RateYourMusic</strong> users described the album as <em>“hedonistic, energetic, vulgar, rhythmic, urban, and heavy,”</em> capturing the raw essence of its sound and attitude. With over <strong>450,000 copies sold worldwide</strong>, <em>Broke</em> remains a defining moment in the nu-metal era and this tour is your chance to relive it live.<br><br>Expect pounding riffs, funk-infused grooves, and the unmistakable flow of frontman <strong>Jahred Gomes</strong>, whose stage presence turns every show into a riotous celebration of rebellion and rhythm. From their self-titled debut in 1997 to their latest release <em>New and Improved</em>, (HED) P.E. continues to evolve while staying true to their anti-establishment roots.<br><br>Returning to Australia for the first time since 2019 and with an incredible career spanning nearly three decades, <strong>Nonpoint </strong>has long been a force to be reckoned with in the nu-metal/rap-rock genre. Known for legendary live performances and explosive tracks such as <em>Bullet with a Name, What a Day, Ruthless</em>, and more, the band has consistently captivated audiences with infectious riffs, compelling lyrics, and an uncompromising raw energy. Their discography and stagecraft have made them staples at rock radio and fixtures on festival lineups, earning them a dedicated international following.<br><br>This is not nostalgia, it’s a full-blown sonic nu-metal assault. Don’t miss <strong>(HED) P.E.</strong> and <strong>NONPOINT</strong> as they rip through Australia with setlists that traverse decades, defy genres, and unleash pure, unfiltered chaos!</p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-15799%2Fevent-description%2F1761181250190-%5BADL%5D+-+HEDNON26+-+IG.jpg" style="width: 838px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>*Please note: these tickets are for VOLA on Feb 13, NOT Voilá on Feb 10. </strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;">Critically acclaimed Danish-Swedish progressive metal band VOLA is heading to Australia for the very first time in February 2026 as part of their Friend of a Phantom world tour. Known for their unique blend of heavy riffs, atmospheric electronica, and deeply introspective lyrics, VOLA have carved out a bold identity in modern progressive music. Joining VOLA on all shows is progressive metal band from Perth, Primrose Path.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Following the release of Friend of a Phantom, VOLA have continued their global rise with sold-out shows and festival appearances across multiple continents. In September 2025, they’ll kick off the U.S. leg of the tour, followed by a special 10-year anniversary performance of their debut album Inmazes in their hometown of Copenhagen this November.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Their long-awaited arrival in Australia will see the band bring their powerful and immersive live show to five cities nationwide in February 2026. The Friend of a Phantom Australia Tour promises to be a rare and unforgettable chance to experience one of progressive metal’s most forward-thinking and emotionally resonant acts — live on Australian stages for the very first time.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><br></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>VOLA 'FRIEND OF A PHANTOM' AUSTRALIA TOUR<br>LION ARTS FACTORY | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH 2026</strong><strong><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-15799%2Fevent-description%2F1749691886682-Vola-MT-1200x630.jpg" style="width: 786px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></strong><br></p>
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