Semaphore Music Festival returns this October long weekend

The Semaphore Music Festival returns from Friday 2 to Monday 5 October 2026, with four days of live music, creative events and community celebrations across the seaside suburb.

The festival program features performances at venues including the Semaphore Workers Club, Korked, Exeter Hotel, Semaphore Palais Hotel, Semaphore Hotel, Fed Hotel and Mr V Music.

The festival will open at the Exeter Hotel from 5pm on Friday night, followed by Gleny Rae Virus and her Country Ace Soul Band, fresh from winning the inaugural Ted Egan Award at the Darwin Festival performing at the Semaphore Workers Club.

Saturday’s program will feature Ryan Martin John, Mark Curtis & The Flannelettes, Jen Lush & The Field, Tin Town and The Flying Squad. Music lovers can also take part in a free Songwriting Masterclass on Saturday morning.

On Sunday, Sam Brittain & The Stowaways take the stage alongside the Laura Hill Band, winner of the Adelaide Roots & Blues Association’s 2025 Roots Award.

Free community events will also feature across the weekend, including the High Tide Emerging Artists Concert at the Semaphore Foreshore Reserve near the Carousel.

With live music across local venues, creative workshops, emerging artists and community events, the Semaphore Music Festival offers plenty of reasons to head to Semaphore this October long weekend.

Head to Semaphore Music Festival to find out more.