Adelaide German Week
A series of events showcasing the rich spectrum of collaboration between Germany and South Australia
German Film Festival Ticket Giveaway
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Go in the draw to win a double pass to the German Film Festival!
Adelaide German Week '24 - Auf den Spuren von Hans Heysen
Sunday 22 September 2024
German Community Services invite you to an exclusive guided tour of The Cedars in Hahndorf, South Australia.
This historic home and studio of Sir Hans Heysen, one of South Australia's most famous German migrants, offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of this distinguished artist of global renown.
Explore the enchanting gardens and inspiring spaces that fuelled Heysen's creativity and discover the legacy of a man who not only shaped Australian art but also played a crucial role as an early conservationist.
After the tour, indulge in a refined High Tea set in the picturesque garden, where you can reflect on the rich cultural ties of German influence and Heysen's enduring contributions to Australian art and German heritage.
Secure your spot now for an afternoon filled with history and artistic appreciation in this charming and inspiring setting.
The Cedars
Adelaide German Week '24 - Hahndorf Historie Tag
Saturday 21 September 2024
Join us for a leisurely Saturday afternoon in Hahndorf and learn about the history of its German settlers.
The team from Hahndorf Walking Tours will take participants along the streets of Hahndorf and explore the rich German history and stories of the past of the streets and buildings. This walking tour is limited to 20 persons, so be quick.
Following the one-hour walking tour, participants will gather at the Wolf Blass Museum and Wine Bar for refreshments and hear from Dr. Ingrid Muenstermann about personal stories of German migrants to Australia.
Ticket fees include fingerfood and one free drink.
Adelaide Hills Wine Bar
Adelaide German Week '24 - Kinoabend
Friday 20 September 2024
Join us again for Kinoabend 2024 at Prospect Palace Nova!
Mingle and enjoy a complimentary drink and snack in the foyer ahead of a special in-cinema presentation with Mr Paul Starick, Editor at Large of The Advertiser. Paul has travelled extensively in Australia and internationally to report major events, and also brings his own interesting story of family connections to Germany.
Our film 'One for the Road' is a touching and funny story set in contemporary Berlin.
The film follows the travails of Mark, a likeable and hard-partying construction manager, and his efforts to admit, confront and finally come to terms with his drinking. Along the way it is also a story about the pressures of modern city life, friendship, change and growth.
Directed by Markus Goller, starring Frederick Lau, Nora Tschirner and Burak Yigit
German with English subtitles. 115 mins.
Australian Rating: M
Palace Nova Cinemas
Adelaide German Week '24 - Kulinarischer Abend
Thursday 19 September 2024
Get your taste buds ready for an exciting journey through the rich flavours and traditions of Germany at this year’s German Week in Adelaide!
Partnering with Miele, the masters of kitchen innovation, we’re hosting a culinary event where all you need to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy an array of scrumptious German dishes—no cooking required!
Delight your taste buds with a diverse array of traditional German dishes, expertly prepared by our skilled chef
Ticket costs include a variety of different German dishes from savoury to sweet.
Vegetarian and gluten free options available, but please note that we unfortunately cannot offer a vegan option at this point. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience.
Miele Experience Centre
Adelaide German Week '24 - Manufacturing Beyond 1%
Wednesday 18 September 2024
Join APS, Siemens, Weidmüller, Rittal and special guest Deputy Premier of South Australia, the Hon Susan Close MP, for an evening cocktail event where we explore the critical role of manufacturing in driving South Australia’s and Australia’s decarbonisation goals beyond the 1% of emissions we are responsible for.
Together, we will discuss the manufacturing equation which needs to include increased complexity through digitalization, which will ultimately drive innovation, sovereign capability, better jobs, economic growth, and a greater positive impact on the world.
Our speakers line-up includes:
• The Hon Susan Close MP – Deputy Premier of South Australia
• Bettina Venner – Head of Industry Capability Network, Department of State Development
• David Hegarty – Managing Director, APS Industrial
• Peter Halliday – CEO, Siemens Australia and New Zealand
• Rafael Koenig – Managing Director, Weidmüller Australia
• Michael Mallia – Managing Director, Rittal in Australia and New Zealand
APS Industrial
Adelaide German Week '24 - Was ist DEUTSCH?
Tuesday 17 September 2024
This entertaining and interactive seminar to be held by Frauke Guenther and Samuel Doering at Adelaide's German Academy is set to explore different aspects of what GERMAN actually is!
Starting with German as a LANGUAGE and looking at the close relationship with its English cousin including mutual import words and 'Denglisch', the evening will soon move on to the ever-intriguing field of perceptions of Germany and the Germans, thereby exploring the good as well as the bad of German STEREOTYPES.
After an interval with German 'Brezeln' and German beverages, the focus will shift to what’s GERMAN IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA. Discover our German heritage and its lasting impact in this engaging presentation, which will take you through the history, culture and vibrant traditions shaping our state today!
As this special evening will be held partly in German and partly in English, it is recommended for German speakers with a minimum of around 2 years of guided language study.
GERMAN ACADEMY @ Intersect
Adelaide German Week '24: Science, Business & Innovation Day
Monday 16 September 2024
The annual Adelaide German Week Science, Business, and Innovation Day returns in 2024, co-hosted by The University of Adelaide and Flinders University.
Join us at the Australian Space Discovery Centre (ASDC) for an evening that celebrates and commemorates the rich history and breadth of partnerships between South Australia and Germany across the science, industry, research and business landscape.
The program will feature a showcase from the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space (P4S). You will then have an opportunity to connect with staff from the University of Adelaide, Flinders University, P4S, German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and the German Chamber of Commerce of South Australia (GBCSA) at a tradeshow-style networking session, supported by the Australia-Germany Research Network (AGRN) and the DAAD.
Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. Entry is free; registration is essential to secure your ticket as places are limited.
Australian Space Discovery Centre
Adelaide German Week '24 - Barossa-Deutsch Konzert
Sunday 15 September 2024
Enjoy a concert by the renowned Kegelstatt Ensemble.
Kegelstatt Ensemble is comprised of gifted and passionate young musicians who work together joyfully and fruitfully in bringing great chamber music to life.
The themes of friendship and pleasure are central to the Kegelstatt philosophy, along with a mission to discover and present rare and great chamber music for unusual combinations of instruments.
Konzert from 2-4pm.
Hospitality of food and wine afterwards.
Optional: Join in for a Walking Tour through the Langmeil historic cemetery and museum beforehand at 1pm.
Langmeil Centre
Adelaide German Week '24 - Eröffnungsfeier
Friday 13 September 2024
At an evening not to be missed, you will enjoy the timeless and unique combination of German engineering, art, networking and hospitality.
Our guest speaker, the Hon Joe Szakacs MP, Minister for Trade and Investment, will elaborate on the strong relationships between Germany and South Australia.
Embedded in the contemporary setting of the Mercedes Benz showrooms, a beautiful classical concert experience will then be provided by the talented "Contempo Quartett".
After the concert you will be able to network and mingle with complimentary drinks and German-inspired finger food.
Dress code: Formal
The Adelaide German Week appreciates the support by the German Embassy in Canberra, the Adelaide German Consulate, The City of West Torrens, Mecedes Benz Adelaide and Unley, The Prancing Pony Brewery, Empire Liquor, Jungheinrich, Luerssen, the DAAD, Sarstedt, Linde, Miele and many other sponsors and supporting organisations.
Mercedes Benz Adelaide
Adelaide German Week '24 - Achte Klasse Schulausflug
Tuesday 10 September 2024
Students of winning entry videos will enjoy a morning of guest speakers, languages activities, a quiz and a German morning tea!
The teachers of participating schools must be SAGTA Members.
Pulteney Grammar School, Wyatt Hall
Drinks & Kino: Abschluss-Film des German Film Festivals
Wednesday 5 June 2024
Join us as we say auf Wiedersehen to the festival with the premiere of Treasure, direct from the 2024 Berlinale.
Following the fall of the Iron Curtain and the dissolution of Soviet control of Poland in the early 1990s, New York-based music journalist Ruth (Lena Dunham) and her Polish father Edek (Stephen Fry), a charmingly stubborn Holocaust survivor, set out on a tour of his homeland.
Having left Poland and the past behind, Edek is reluctant to engage with Ruth’s quest and his own trauma. So, he follows his own amusing agenda, undermining their trip with his unpredictable and eccentric demeanour, until the two visit the family’s former home and meet the current occupants.
Enjoy your choice of wine, sparkling wine or mocktail on arrival. 6:45pm arrival for 7:00pm film.
Optional: Deutsch-sprachiges Treffen vor dem Kino um 17: 30 Uhr in einer Kneipe in unmittelbarer Nähe, z.B. Belgian Beer Bar, oder ähnlich. Bitte beim Registrieren angeben, danke.
Palace Nova East End
Freikarten for the German Film Festival
Excludes special event movies
The Adelaide German Week in cooperation with Palace Cinemas is delighted to give away fünf Doppelpässe for the German Film Festival in Adelaide.
Simply register your details by COB 8 May 2024 to be part of the draw.
The 2024 HSBC German Film Festival proudly presented by Palace in cooperation with German Films will feature a superb selection of contemporary German cinema.
This year the festival, which is pleased to welcome aboard new naming rights partner HSBC, screens from 15 May – 5 June at Palace Cinemas in Adelaide.
One entry into the lottery per person only.
Wir freuen uns Dich beim German Film Festival zu sehen!
Adelaide German Week's Oster Frühstück 2024
Tuesday 2 April 2024
The Adelaide German Week invites you to our
'Oster Frühstück 2024'
We are pleased welcome Dr. Michael Waasner to South Australia and talk about needs and opportunities in South Australia from a German business perspective.
Dr. Waasner has been the president of the Industrie und Handelskammer (IHK) Oberfranken since May 2022, and is currently visiting South Australia in a private capacity.
With a keen interest in industry and commerce Dr. Waasner is eager to meet with locally operating German businesses and discuss the the economic landscape in South Australia.
The IHK Oberfranken is one of Germany's 79 Chambers of Commerce, representing some 51 000 businesses from their region.
Dress code: smart casual
Attendees to please pay for their own food and beverage consumption.
Cibo Espresso
Pop-up Event: Strandtag & Picknick Dinner
Saturday 9 March 2024
Es wird heiss!!
Join us for a spontaneous arvo at the beach to find some relief from the heat!
We'll bring along a large marquee for sun protection, which we will pitch up from 4 - 6:30pm.
Please bring along everything else, e.g. beach wear, toys for the kids, boards, blankets or chairs to sit on, food and drinks.
We will be on the beach just west of the Henley Sailing Club, West Beach. As the location is right outside the adjacent Dry Zone you are welcome to bring alcoholic drinks along.
Registration via trybooking is not mandatory, but helps us with planning, hence greatly appreciated.
Also, if there are any changes at short notice we can advise you via WhatsApp, if you have registered.
Look out for the "Adelaide German Week" branded marquee on the beach.
Picknick dinner at the end of the arvo. Bring all your own picknick needs.
West Beach Foreshore
Adelaide German Week '23 - Konzert at the Chateau
Sunday 26 November 2023
Enjoy a piano concert with renowned artist Clemens Leske at Chateau Tanunda.
Internationally recognised pianist Clemens Leske has performed with Australian symphony orchestras and played at venues across Europe, in the UK and the US.
Join us for this special solo recital of German classical pieces, Sonatas of Schubert and Beethoven at Chateau Tanunda.
Chateau hospitality of food and wine from 12:30pm – 5pm
Konzert from 2-4pm.
Chateau Tanunda
Adelaide German Week '23 - Familientag am Meer
Saturday 25 November 2023
Families and friends of South Australia's German and multicultural communities are invited to join us for an "entspannter Nachmittag" at the Glenelg Surf Life Club (GSLC).
There will be craft activities for children and live music by Luke Thompson and Lee Pfitzner.
Der Heilige Sankt Nikolaus will make an appearance with his helpers and hand out presents to families.
Your ticket fee includes a free drink (alcoholic standard drink or non-alcoholic beverages).
The GSLC will be selling food and drinks throughout the afternoon.
At the conclusion of the activities at the GSLC at 3pm we invite families to join us at our marquee at the beach afterwards. Please bring your own beach equipment, food & drinks, games, etc, if you want to stay for that part of the afternoon.
Please note that parents/guardians will be responsible for their children at all times.
Glenelg Surf Life Saving Club
Adelaide German Week '23 - Kinoabend
Friday 24 November 2023
Join us for Kinoabend at Prospect Palace Nova.
Mingle and enjoy a complimentary drink and snack in the foyer ahead of a special in-cinema presentation with Mr Andrew Holman, former editor of several major publications here and interstate.
Our film Tausend Zeilen/A thousand lines is an entertaining and thought-provoking light-drama on the very relevant topic of fake news.
The film is a fictionalised account of the real-life 2018 scandal exposing der Spiegel journalist Claas Relotius, and deals with the importance of integrity in journalism in the face of commercial and political influence, and the online world.
Directed by Michael Bully Herbig, starring Elyas M'Barek, Jonas Nay and Marie Burchard
German with English subtitles
Australian Rating: M
Palace Nova Cinemas
Adelaide German Week '23 - Kochabend
Wednesday 22 November 2023
Make your own Flammkuchen with a group of cheerful people at the Kochabend of the Adelaide German Week on 22nd of November 2023 under the direction of SIMPLY FLAMMEKUECHE at the wonderful premises of HÄFELE in Adelaide.
Haefele Australia Showrooms
Adelaide German Week: 8. Klasse Schulausflug
Wednesday 22 November 2023
Students of winning entry videos will enjoy a morning of guest speakers, languages activities, a quiz and a German morning tea!
The teachers of participating schools must be SAGTA Members.
Pulteney Grammar School, Wyatt Hall
Adelaide German Week '23: Science, Business & Innovation Day
Tuesday 21 November 2023
Join us for our second Science, Business and Innovation Day as part of the Adelaide German Week 2023.
If you are interested in learning more about bilateral research, teaching and innovation endeavours between South Australia and Germany, this event is for you.
Hosted by Flinders University and the University of Adelaide, this event will bring together leading universities, industry and government, and showcase existing innovative science and science-business collaborations between South Australia and Germany, as well as facilitate opportunities to explore future collaborations and growth.
Tour the heart of the Tonsley Innovation District in the MAB Precinct, hear from our esteemed panel members, witness impactful collaborative initiatives, discuss how we can shape the future by expanding collaboration between universities and industry, and connect with researchers as part of the Australia-Germany Research Network (AGRN) networking function that forms part of this event.
TONSLEY THEATRE 1 (GROUND FLOOR) & MAB TOWN SQUARE
Adelaide German Week '23 - Eröffnungsfeier
Monday 20 November 2023
At an evening not to be missed, you will enjoy the timeless and unique combination of German engineering, art and hospitality.
Embedded in the contemporary setting of the Mercedes Benz showrooms, a beautiful classical concert experience will be provided by music students of Concordia College.
After the concert you will be able to network and mingle with complimentary drinks and German-inspired finger food.
Dress code: Formal
The Adelaide German Week appreciates the support by the Department of Premier and Cabinet, The German Embassy in Canberra, Siemens, Mecedes Benz Adelaide and Unley, Empire Liquor, The Prancing Pony Brewery, Luerssen, and many others.
Mercedes Benz Adelaide
Adelaide German Week '23 - Auftakt
Sunday 5 November 2023
South Australia's Honorary Consul for Germany, Mr. Matthew Williams, has the pleasure of inviting you and partner to "Auftakt" for the Adelaide German Week 2023.
Get excited for November 2023 and meet the people behind this amazing and innovative project.
Let us inspire you, and find out about our future events to showcase German language & literature, arts & music, education, business and science in South Australia
Drinks and canapés will be provided.
Dress code: Formal
From 4-6pm.
The Adelaide German Week greatly appreciates the support for this event by Mr. Wolf Blass AM.
Adelaide Hills Wine Bar
Adelaide German Week: Tag der Deutschen Einheit
Monday 3 October 2022
Meet with families at the rotunda in Elder Park and listen to the beautiful voices of the band "Feierabend" singing the national anthem, live and acapella.
With the Footbridge and the Adelaide Oval lit up in Schwarz, Rot, Gold, come along for a circular walk to take in the views. Children are encouraged to bring their favorite lantern to enlighten the way.
Stay for a drink at the rotunda afterwards, and commemorate the Day of German Unity with German expats and Australians alike.
Rotunda, Elder Park
Adelaide German Week: Oktoberfest
Sunday 2 October 2022
Put your Lederhose und Dirndl on, and join us at the Prancing Pony Oktoberfest.
Hosted at the brewshed by Corinna and Frank, the family friendly day will be a celebration of traditional Bavarian culture.
There will be a full spread of German fare from beer and food to costumes and entertainment.
The day will feature challenges including stein holding and pretzel eating as well as Schuhplattler performances and whipcracking lessons.
Adelaide German Week is joining with the Prancing Pony's Oktoberfest celebrations. For the period of 5-8pm we are getting a group of people together, when "Feierabend" will be playing modern hits with a brass-pop-oompah twist and Bavarian Oktoberfest music.
Free drink upon arrival as part of our group registration.
If you want to come earlier than 5pm, then simply book directly with the Prancing Pony: https://prancingponybrewery.com.au
Prancing Pony Brewery
Adelaide German Week: Henschke @ Barossa history experience
Saturday 1 October 2022
The famous Barossa wines owe a great deal to the early German settlers who arrived in 1830s and 1840s. The Henschke family is one of the well-known wine making families with German heritage.
Fifth-generation winemaker Stephen Henschke is a direct descendant of Johann Christian Henschke, founder of Henschke, who settled in the Barossa after departing his village of Kutschlau in Prussia.
Join Stephen, Prue and members of the local community as they host a history walk at Gnadenberg Church and cemetery, Hill of Grace vineyard and German School in historic Parrot Hill village.
Following the history walk, you will have the chance to enjoy authentic Barossa food and Henschke wine.
(Photo credit: D Radocaj)
Gnadenberg Church
Adelaide German Week: Kinoabend (German Movie Night)
Friday 30 September 2022
Join us for a German movie night to watch 'Ich bin dein Mensch/I'm your man'. (Rating: M)
A charming and intelligent comedy, directed by Maria Schrader and featuring Maren Eggert and Dan Stevens (familiar from the series Downton Abbey). This film is a playful romance with a witty, moving look at human relationships.
Recently separated forty-something Alma is a research scientist at Berlin’s magnificent Pergamon Museum, and entirely dedicated to her work. Needing research funds, she’s persuaded by her supervisor to participate in an extraordinary study: for three weeks she must live with a human-like robot designed solely to be her ideal companion.
With an introduction by Daniel Manu, Director of the Adelaide Robotics Academy; a STEM education centre running daily courses and clubs, as well as workshops, professional development, incursions and science displays for schools, libraries & special events in Adelaide.
Your ticket includes a drink on arrival and a cinema snack.
Palace Nova East End
Adelaide German Week: Buchlesung mit Jo Schück
Thursday 29 September 2022
This German speaking event takes place in the beautiful ambience of the Wolf Blass Winery.
Enjoy a book reading with the author of 'Nackt im Hotel' - live from Berlin - followed by a Q&A session with Jo Schück (www.joschueck.de), TV presenter of ZDF aspekte and Award-winning journalist. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect digitally and in person at the same time!
Arrive at 6pm for a free drink and some pizza with live background music. Doors close at 6:45pm for the book reading to commence.
Wolf Blass Gallery & Museum
Adelaide German Week: Flammkuchen Masterclass
Wednesday 28 September 2022
An exclusive night of food at Haefele Australia's Adelaide showroom, with entrepreneur and gourmet Karin Greenslade providing a German language cooking class to explore the beauty of the Alsace cuisine.
Enjoy an evening of fine food and wine and music, and immerse yourself in the German language all whilst appreciating German engineering and kitchen design by Haefele Australia.
Roll up your sleeves and prepare and bake your own gourmet Flammkuchen.
Dress code: Smart casual.
Event in German language.
Hafele
Adelaide German Week: Science, Business & Innovation Day
Tuesday 27 September 2022
Explore the current status and emerging opportunities in terms of business and research partnerships between Germany and South Australia.
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National Wine Centre of Australia
Adelaide German Week: 8. Klasse Schulausflug
Tuesday 27 September 2022
Students of participating schools will enjoy a morning of guest speakers, languages activities and a quiz and a German morning tea!
The teachers of participating schools must be SAGTA Members.
Pulteney Grammar School, Wyatt Hall
Adelaide German Week: Emergence, Spread & Wonder of Yiddish
Monday 26 September 2022
Professor Ghil'ad Zuckermann, D.Phil. (Oxford), Chair of Linguistics & Endangered Languages at the University of Adelaide, will take you on an entertaining exploration of 'the wonders, peculiarities, emergence, history and spread of the Yiddish (Judeo-German) language, the differences between Yiddish and German, the endangerment of Yiddish, and the survival of Yiddish beneath 'Revived Hebrew.'
Join us in the beautiful courtyard of the Migration Museum for a beverage and Jewish style finger- food (included in ticket price) followed by the presentation in the Chapel.
Migration Museum - Chapel
Adelaide German Week: Eröffnungsfeier
Sunday 25 September 2022
At an evening not to be missed, you will enjoy the timeless and unique combination of German art and hospitality.
Embedded in the contemporary setting of Plant 4, a unique classical concert experience will be provided by music students of Concordia College.
After the concert the band "Feierabend" will provide background entertainment with a different type of European style beats. You will be able to network and mingle over international rock and pop music with a German twist, drinks and complimentary German-inspired finger food.
Free drink upon arrival.
Dress code: Formal
Plant 4
Adelaide German Week: Grundschulausflug, Karrendi Primary
Friday 12 August 2022
Students of participating schools will enjoy a day of German language and culture immersion.
This day for upper primary students will include a puppet show of Aschenputtel by the Carousell Theatre fo Melbourne, and a morning tea with language activities.
Karrendi Primary School
Adelaide German Week: Grundschulausflug
Tuesday 9 August 2022
Students of participating schools will enjoy a day of German language and culture immersion at the Austrian Club.
This day, for the upper primary students, will include a puppet show, Aschenputtel (Cinderella), by Carousell Theatre of Melbourne and a morning tea with language activities. Open to all SAGTA members.
Austrian Club
Deutsch-sprachiger Kino-Abend
Sunday 19 June 2022
Ihr seid herzlich zu einem deutsch-sprachigen Kino-Abend eingeladen.
Wir schauen den FIlm "Nahschuss". Der Film basiert auf der Lebensgeschichte des Werner Teske, des letzten Hinrichtungsopfers in der DDR.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj-EXfKnI-I
Abendessen und Drinks vorab im Meze Mazi Greek Restaurant, 86B Prospect Rd (optional).
Fuer alle, die gerne deutsch sprechen, oder die Sprache lernen und verbessern moechten.
Palace Nova Prospect Cinemas
Jungheinrich - Company Tour
Friday 27 May 2022
Founded in 1953, Jungheinrich is a global provider for the intralogistics sector, pioneering Lithium-Ion technology for forklifts.
Jungheinrich Australia is a leading supplier of material handling solutions to the Australian market, backed up by an established national network of after sales and product specific support.
Join us for a company tour by Managing Director Martin Bungartz, with dinner and networking drinks afterwards (optional, at own cost).
Min. age of attendees: 16yrs
Jungheinrich Australia
