Events
Gutsy Kangaroo Island
Bring your coat, your boots and your beanie. Escape to Kangaroo Island this winter and savour its unique food and wine scene.
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Kingscote
Gutsy Kangaroo Island is a celebration of the Island's boldest flavours, makers and stories — and in winter, it comes into its own.
Held on various dates throughout June, July and August, the festival unfolds through a series of pop-up events from local chefs, producers and venues.
Here are some events to look forward this year:
June
Daughters of the Hive – 6 June
False Cape Winter Feast - 6 June
Sunday Vibes at Dudley Wines Winter Series – 7 June
Whiskey by the Fire – 20 June
July
Sunday Vibes at Dudley Wines Winter Series – 5 July
Mithho at Millie's – 5 July
Farmers Feast – 18 July
August
Sunday Vibes at Dudley Wines Winter Series – 2 August
Ocean's Bounty with Kangaroo Island Oysters – 22 August
False Cape Winter Degustation - 28 August
As the winds rise and the fires are lit, Gutsy invites you to experience the season at its richest: hearty plates, warming pours, and moments of connection that can only be found when things slow down.
This is Kangaroo Island at its most honest and most generous. Gutsy by nature. Bolder in winter.
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SeaLink Kangaroo Island Racing Carnival
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Cygnet River
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- 18 February 2027 – 21 February 2027
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- When the island comes alive! Enjoy two days of country racing, Fashions on the Field, entertainment, and local food and wine.
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Gutsy Kangaroo Island
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Kingscote
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- 06 June 2026 +7 more dates
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- Bring your coat, your boots and your beanie. Escape to Kangaroo Island this winter and savour its unique food and wine scene.
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Whisky By The Fire | GUTSY
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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- 20 June 2026
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- Head to the Penneshaw Pub for an evening of fine food and even finer whisky this winter.
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Sunday Vibes
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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- 06 September 2026 +7 more dates
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- Dudley Wines Kangaroo Island hosts live music on the first Sunday of every month.
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Farmers Feast | GUTSY
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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- 18 July 2026
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- Celebrate the best of Kangaroo Island produce with a three-course dinner showcasing KI lamb, hosted alongside a local lamb farmer sharing insights into farming life
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Emu Ridge Part of SA History Festival 2026
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South Coast
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- 01 May 2026 – 31 May 2026
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- Join Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery as part of South Australia’s History Festival from May 1st to May 31st.
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False Cape Wines Winter Feast, Fires and Music | GUTSY
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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- 18 July 2026
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- Winter Feast at False Cape Wines - where good friends, great wine, and incredible local and native produce come together by fire and starlight.
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She Emerges: An Island Escape
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Kingscote
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- 18 June 2026 +17 more dates
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- Located in the heart of Kingscote on Kangaroo Island, KI Dragonfly now offer a beautiful retreat assisting women in starting their fasting journey for hormones.
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Henschke by the Sea
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West End
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- 24 July 2026 – 26 July 2026
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- Southern Ocean Lodge invites guests to a refined winter wine weekend in partnership with the esteemed Henschke family.
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KI Photo Safari
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West End
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- 11 August 2026 – 15 August 2026
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- Experience the wild beauty of Kangaroo Island through an immersive photographic journey led by acclaimed travel photographer and Canon Master Richard I'Anson.
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