Youth Week in the City
Youth Week in the City
Youth Week is an annual celebration of young people aged 12 to 25. At Youth Week in the City, you are invited to attend our free events which this year feature, the SA Youth Week Launch at City Skate, Feast Queer Youth drop-in, Skate Lessons, Sounds of Youth concert and a special bushcare experience in the Adelaide Park Lands. With free events designed for young people to connect, celebrate and get involved, it’s a chance to explore, express and be inspired!
Proudly supported by the City of Adelaide.
Program
Launch of SA Youth Week 2025
Kick off SA Youth Week 2025 with a day of live music, skateboard clinics, art workshops, great food and more! Connect with youth organisations, get involved in creative activities and celebrate with an official opening by Minister for Human Services, Nat Cook.
Plus, explore all the SA Youth Week events across the state!
Feast Queer Youth Week Drop-In
Join us for a special Youth Week Drop-In celebrating queer youth! Our space will be decked out with LGBTIQA+ flags, creating a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Get creative with Queer Craft Wizard Calamity Tash at the Bling A Thing and Glitter Angel workshops, dive into a beginner-friendly game of Dungeons & Dragons, or relax in the chill-out zone with board games. Plus, enjoy party food—including a decorate-your-own cupcake station! Never been before? You’re welcome in this fun, inclusive space.
Pinch Pots & Sip at Vitisculpture
Join us for a relaxing and creative evening of pottery, connection, and culture. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore the art of pinch pottery, a simple yet meditative technique for shaping clay into unique vessels. This is a laid-back and welcoming workshop where everyone is encouraged to experiment, unwind, and enjoy the creative process—no prior experience needed!
Bermuda Escape
Calling all detectives, engineers, innovators, mediators, and strategists! Get your adventurer’s gear on and prepare for an interdimensional mystery at Mindshift Escape Rooms. Work as a team to decode mysterious messages, uncover hidden secrets, and navigate the unknown as you race against time to break free from the Bermuda Triangle’s grip before you disappear forever.
Art Creation with AI: Unleash Your Imagination
Explore AI’s creative potential in this hands-on workshop! Learn to craft digital images and music with cutting-edge tools while discussing AI’s role in art. Whether you're an aspiring artist or just curious about AI, this fun and interactive session will inspire you to explore new creative possibilities. Presented in Partnership with Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML). This workshop is for children aged 12 to 15 years. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Sounds of Our Youth
Experience an unforgettable performance by young performers from the School of Chinese Music and Arts as they showcase their talents on both Western and traditional Chinese instruments. This free event is made possible through a City of Adelaide Cultural Strategic Grant.
Learn to Skate Session
Give skateboarding a go! Join our free Learn to Skate session during Youth Week, led by Skate Australia-qualified coaches. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills, all levels are welcome. Equipment is provided—just bring your enthusiasm! This free event is made possible through a City of Adelaide Community Impact Grant.
Paint and Pour at Studio Vino
Join us for a vibrant evening of creativity, connection, and culture at Studio Vino. This event is designed to bring together young people from diverse backgrounds—including international students and First Nations students—to connect, create, and celebrate culture through art. No prior art experience is needed!
Regenerate
Join Trees for Life for a guided bush care session and nature walk at the Chequered Copper Butterfly site, followed by a relaxing picnic lunch. Call 8406 0500 or email [email protected] to register. This free event is made possible through a City of Adelaide Community Impact Grant.
Youth Art Exhibition
Saturday Club international student social group presents its first Youth Art Exhibition featuring emerging artists Jiexin Yang, Yuejia Li, Victoria Kwok and Anoukshi De Alwis. The exhibition includes a free Chinese Calligraphy workshop on Saturday 19 April 10am -12pm. (Image by Jiexin Yang).
