Sunday Picnics 12 to 4pm. The sun’s shining and the birds are singing, its the perfect excuse to dust off the picnic basket and head to our beautiful candlebark forest for a relaxing Sunday afternoon!

Unwind beneath the towering gums with a glass or two of our wine or bubbles, surrounded by nature and great company. Watch the birds flit through the treetops and soak in the peaceful forest vibes.

Gather your friends, pack a picnic, and escape to the hills for a blissful afternoon in nature.

Fizzology: A Journey Through Traditional Sparkling Winemaking On Fridays and Sundays at 11am - 12.30pm Nov 23, 30. Dec 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 Join Sean Delaney, winemaker, owner and vigneron in our intimate Sparkling House and discover the art of handcrafting premium sparkling wine using old-world methods. Hands-On Session Highlights: - Discover the history of handcrafted methode traditionale sparkling - Create your own bottle of premium sparkling wine using old world techniques of hand-disgorging, dosaging, and corking - Take home your personalized bottle and newfound knowledge and appreciation for traditional winemaking Intimate Experience During the session Sean will share our biodynamic vineyard ethos, our commitment to conservation and sustainability practices, as well as our sparkling journey, where Sean makes every bottle of sparkling by hand in small batches on site. Join the Fizzology Experience Reconnect with tradition, tantalize your taste buds, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of wine, wisdom, and hands-on craftsmanship. Tickets $95 includes your own bottle of sparkling to take home

Wear your Santa hat or something red and celebrate Christmas under the Candlebarks at Sinclair’s Gully, with accomplished artist, pianist, composer, Emma Knights and friends.

Bring along a picnic or nibbles and sing along to all your favourite Christmas carols, as the sun sets and the black cockatoos fly through our towering candlebark forest.

When: Sat 20 December 7.00pm - 8.30pm.

Arrive from 6pm to enjoy your picnic as the birds serenade you.

Carols start at 7pm

Price: $15 an adult, children $5.

All tickets booked online will be allocated a table and chairs. BYO picnic and glasses (No food available at the venue. Glasses for sale for $5) STRICTLY NO BYO alcohol. Beer, wine and soft drink available for purchase.

VENUE:SINCLAIR'S GULLY 288 Colonial Drive Norton Summit, SA 5136

Join us for our Twilight Christmas Night where you can leave the pre-festive hustle and bustle behind and enjoy a beautiful evening in our gardens taking in the sweetest time of the day; golden hour.

The wood oven will be stoked to bring you a delicious selection of pizzas, along with charcuterie and cheese boards and everyone’s summer favourite…gelati!

So gather your friends and family, sit back and enjoy some live acoustic tunes. This will be the perfect evening for the whole family, with games on the lawns and entertainment for the little ones!

It's the perfect night to drop in for a pizza and a vino before heading in to see the wonderful Lobethal Lights display; an absolute Christmas must do in the Hills!

PLEASE NOTE: This event is held outdoors and some elements of the evening are subject to fine weather conditions. The event will be moved indoors if the weather is inclement.

This is not a ticketed event but bookings are essential.

Tables will be taken on a first in best dressed basis, please feel free to BYO picnic rugs and folding chairs for the lawn areas. Strictly no BYO food or drinks.

We look forward to seeing you there!

SAT SOLD OUT! NEW DATE SUN 21 DEC! Wear your Santa hat or something red and celebrate Christmas under the Candlebarks at Sinclair’s Gully, with accomplished artist, pianist, composer, Emma Knights and friends. Bring along a picnic or nibbles and sing along to all your favourite Christmas carols, as the sun sets and the black cockatoos fly through our towering candlebark forest. When: Sun 21 December 7.00pm - 8.30pm. Arrive from 6pm to enjoy your picnic as the birds serenade you. Carols start at 7pm Price: $15 an adult, children $5. All tickets booked online will be allocated a table and chairs. BYO picnic and glasses (No food available at the venue. Glasses for sale for $5) STRICTLY NO BYO alcohol. Beer, wine and soft drink available for purchase. VENUE:SINCLAIR'S GULLY 288 Colonial Drive Norton Summit, SA 5136

Every Sunday 12 to 4pm. The sun’s shining and the birds are singing, its the perfect excuse to dust off the picnic basket and head to our beautiful candlebark forest for a relaxing Sunday afternoon! Unwind beneath the towering gums with a glass or two of our wine or bubbles, surrounded by nature and great company. Watch the birds flit through the treetops and soak in the peaceful forest vibes. Gather your friends, pack a picnic, and escape to the hills for a blissful afternoon in nature.

Fizzology: A Journey Through Traditional Sparkling Winemaking. Sunday Dec 28th and Jan 4th. 11am - 12.30pm Join Sean Delaney, winemaker, owner and vigneron in our intimate Sparkling House and discover the art of handcrafting premium sparkling wine using old-world methods. Hands-On Session Highlights: - Discover the history of handcrafted methode traditionale sparkling - Create your own bottle of premium sparkling wine using old world techniques of hand-disgorging, dosaging, and corking - Take home your personalized bottle and newfound knowledge and appreciation for traditional winemaking Intimate Experience During the session Sean will share our biodynamic vineyard ethos, our commitment to conservation and sustainability practices, as well as our sparkling journey, where Sean makes every bottle of sparkling by hand in small batches on site. Join the Fizzology Experience Reconnect with tradition, tantalize your taste buds, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of wine, wisdom, and hands-on craftsmanship. Tickets $95 includes your own bottle of sparkling to take home

Escape to the Hills: An Enchanting Afternoon of Wine, Nature & Jazz with Courteney Hooper

Unwind beneath the candlebark gums for an unforgettable afternoon of soulful sounds, local wine, and the serene beauty of the Adelaide Hills.

Join us for a magical musical experience as award-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Courteney Hooper brings her unique blend of jazz, folk, and baroque pop to this stunning forest setting.

With a voice as warm as the afternoon sun and a repertoire spanning jazz standards, heartfelt originals, and whimsical storytelling, Courteney’s performances are both captivating and deeply personal. Her compositions draw from lived experience, surreal dreams, and a love of the natural world—bugs included—infusing her music with sincerity, wit, and charm.

Settle in with a glass of local wine, let the melodies drift through the trees, and allow yourself to be transported.

About Courteney Hailing from the Clare Valley and now based in Adelaide, Courteney has been performing across South Australia since 2019. A recent graduate of the Elder Conservatorium of Music with a Bachelor of Jazz Performance, she continues to make waves in the local scene with her originality, versatility, and heartfelt approach to songwriting.

This is more than a concert—it's an experience. Come along and be enchanted.

Important Information Date: Sunday 11 January 2026 Tickets: $15 online / $20 at the door Gates open: 12.30pm Music: 1.00- 3.00pm

What to Bring:

BYO picnic and wine glasses (or purchase glasses for $5)

Please note: No food available at the venue

Alcohol Policy: STRICTLY NO BYO alcohol. Beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase.

Seating: All ticket holders will be allocated seating with tables and chairs provided.

Group Bookings: If you’d like to be seated with others who booked under a different name, please email: sinclairsgully@gmail.com

Sinclairs Gully 288 Colonial Drive, Norton Summit South Australia 5136 Just 15 minutes from Magill, in the Adelaide foothills. This is an outdoor performance. The performance will go ahead rain or shine. Please dress appropriately. No refunds

Join us under the towering candlebark forest for an unforgettable summer Sunday session filled with great music, laughter, and laid back forest vibes.

Slipway are a vibrant three piece band featuring keyboards, guitar and rich harmonized vocals. Hailing from the 'deep south' of the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula, this talented local trio bring a wealth of musical experience and a cheeky sense of fun to every performance.

They'll be bringing you all your favourite hits from the 80s and 90s, celebrating Aussie and international legends like Paul Kelly, The Angels, Crowded House, Daddy Cool, The Dandy Warhols, The Verve, David Bowie, The Black Keys, Hunters & Collectors, INXS, Icehouse, The Eels, Dragon, Simple Minds and many more.

Audience participation is strongly encouraged, so bring your dancing feet and singing voices!

Pack a picnic, gather your friends, and get ready for a fabulous afternoon out in the Adelaide Hills.

Event Details

Open from 12.30pm Band from 1pm Tickets: $20 online. $25 at the door

BYO picnic and glasses (No food available at the venue. Wine glasses $5)

STRICTLY NO BYO alcohol. Beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase. Please note no wine tastings available during events.

Tables and chairs provided for all tickets booked online.

This is an outdoor open air performance and will go ahead rain or shine. Please dress appropriately. No Refunds.

Come on up the hill for an afternoon of wine & blues!

Join Lazy Eye two-time Australian Blues Group of the Year for a balmy summer’s afternoon under the shady gums. Think B.B. King sharing a scotch with Booker T at the crossroads after midnight…

With more awards than you can poke a mojo hand at & a live show that’s taken them across the globe, Lazy Eye brings some of the best original blues in Australia

So grab your friends, pack a picnic and head for the hills for an unforgettable afternoon out!

Last year sold out — don’t miss out!

When: Monday Jan 26 (Public Holiday) Tickets: $25 online / $30 at the door (if available) Gates: 12.30pm for picnics Music: 1pm–3pm

All online tickets include a table & chairs BYO picnic & wine glasses (No food for sale on site, wine glasses can be purchased for $5) Strictly no BYO alcohol — beer, wine & soft drink available