AFL Gather Round: Footy festivities to head into the Barossa
Gather Round is here and this weekend the Barossa will host an unforgettable Festival of Footy where food, wine, football and the community come together.
For the first time, the AFL Gather Round 2025 will head to the Barossa, adding an exciting new chapter to this iconic footy experience.
Barossa Council is set to host two free community events on the weekend of 12 – 13 April, offering a unique celebration of community pride and footy fever.
Showcasing the best of the Barossa, two AFL Gather Round games will also be hosted in Barossa Park and a Live Site on the second oval will be accessible for visitors to enjoy over 45 associated events at local wineries and venues.
On Saturday afternoon, Murray Street in Tanunda will come alive as it transforms into a vibrant Barossa Food & Wine Village. Local restaurants, cafes and wine bars will spill out onto the street, creating an inviting atmosphere for all to enjoy.
The lively atmosphere will be complemented by some live music, headlined by the South Australian act, The Germein Sisters, alongside local bands and solo artists.
On Sunday, visitors can unwind at a relaxing picnic in the park at Tanunda Recreation Park, enjoying all the AFL live action on the big screen, especially the thrilling clash between the SANFL and VFL
A dedicated kids’ zone, an AFL Max experience, an AFL merchandise van, roving entertainers and a big screen to watch the games will add to the fun.
Don’t forget to enjoy the Barossa Makers and Beyond market, which will have over 20 local artisan stallholders offering a variety of food and beverages, including a barbecue hosted by the Barossa Light & Gawler Football Association.
Mayor Bim Lange says the economic impact of the Festival of Footy will be felt across the region long after the final siren.
“We couldn’t have scripted a better outcome for the Barossa, with two AFL games, A Festival of Footy and tens of thousands of footy fans enjoying the best the Barossa has to offer,” says Mayor Bim Lange.
In a feast for events lovers, people can travel around the Barossa all weekend as venues and local wineries will host footy-themed events and activities.
The City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters will also be bringing the best of SA winemakers, breweries and local eateries at the iconic Norwood Food and Wine Festival on Sunday, whilst Adelaide Oval will again host five blockbuster matches.
Check out the other footy events happening across SA or for more information visit the AFL Gather Round.
