Gawler Visitor Information Centre

01/09/2026

A few moments from a great weekend at the Gawler Show ☀️🎡

Perfect weather set the scene for a weekend full of rides, showbags, food, entertainment and plenty of happy faces around the Showgrounds.

And, of course, the fireworks were a real highlight, lighting up the sky and bringing Saturday night to a spectacular close.

Running since 1854, the Gawler Show is South Australia’s largest regional show and one of the biggest events on our community calendar.

Here are a few of our favourite moments from the weekend. 📸

A big thank you to The Gawler Agricultural, Horticultural & Floricultural Society Inc, volunteers, exhibitors, performers and everyone who came along and helped make it such a great weekend.

28/08/2026

150+ years later… The capsule has come home, and its story is ready to be shared.

Sealed away in 1874, the McKinlay Memorial Time Capsule has made its way back to Gawler, and we’re getting our first look at what’s inside.

After careful conservation at Art Lab, staff from the Cultural Heritage Centre have been unpacking newspapers, journals and documents preserved by Gawler’s community more than 150 years ago.

The conserved items are now on display in the café area of the Gawler Civic Centre.

26/08/2026

Hands up if you’re excited for the Gawler Show this weekend!

Bring the family, bring your friends and enjoy one of Gawler’s biggest weekends of the year. It’s all happening from rides, showbags, food, live entertainment, animals, wood chopping, Bluey Live and spectacular fireworks!

📍 Gawler Showgrounds, Nixon Terrace
📅 29–30 August 2026

See you at the Show! 🎪

21/08/2026

For 15 years in his retirement, Aubrey Kaesler quietly dedicated his time and expertise to one of Gawler’s most recognisable landmarks – the Gawler Clock Tower.

Through careful restoration, regulation and ongoing maintenance, Aubrey helped ensure the clock continued to keep time and remain a proud feature of our town centre. His commitment reflects something special about Gawler, people who care deeply about preserving the places and stories that make our community unique.

The Clock Tower is more than a timepiece. It’s part of Gawler’s history and identity, a landmark that generations of residents and visitors have looked to as they move through daily life, gather in the town centre and celebrate moments together.

Stories like Aubrey’s remind us that heritage doesn’t preserve itself. It’s cared for by passionate people whose contributions often happen quietly behind the scenes.

Thank you, Aubrey, for helping keep Gawler’s history alive and ensuring future generations can continue to enjoy this special part of our town.

16/08/2026

Unfortunately the Gawler Visitor Information Centre is closed today due to unforseen circumstances.

Neighbouring VIC's in the Barossa Region are located in Tanunda and Kapunda.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

13/08/2026

Gawler Psychic Fair is back!

Looking for a weekend of wellness, guidance and a little sprinkle of magic?

The Gawler Psychic Fair returns for two days of readings, alternative therapies, local stalls, free workshops, demonstrations and plenty of unique finds, from crystals and candles to natural skincare, spiritual books, arts and crafts and more.

📅 Saturday 15 August | 12pm–5pm
📅 Sunday 16 August | 10am–4pm
📍 Gawler & Barossa Jockey Club, Barnet Road, Evanston

🎟️ $5 entry at the door
Kids under 13 free

Bring your tribe and enjoy a weekend focused on body, mind and soul.

07/08/2026

Scrumptious cookies from VK Bakes.

Natures goodness from Kapunda Honey Co.

Up-cycled madness from Marcia's Groovy Designs.

Masterful chopping boards from Vern Cordes.

The Gawler Makers Market is back this coming Sunday, August 9th.

Two floors of the beautiful (and air conditioned!) Gawler Civic Centre will again host an array of creative artisans from our region.

Doors will be open from 10am until 3pm, we'll see you there!

The Gawler Civic Centre , 89 Murray St., Gawler SA.

AND remember - if you're a local painter, printer, textile artist, grower, potter, writer, baker, maker etc (the list of desired creatives is endless!) we want to hear from you! Send your details to [email protected] and we'll send you the application details.

Proudly organised by the volunteer Gawler Makers Market Committee.

07/08/2026

🎬 Lights, camera... Gawler!

One of Gawler’s most iconic landmarks is about to take centre stage with audiences around the world.

The beautiful Para Para Mansion features in Netflix’s upcoming Australian drama series My Brilliant Career, premiering 13 August. The recently released trailer showcases this remarkable local treasure as a stunning backdrop, bringing a piece of Gawler’s story to screens everywhere.

Built between 1851 and 1862 for Walter Duffield, Para Para Mansion has stood proudly for more than 170 years. Today, its restored gardens continue to be a much-loved part of Gawler’s landscape.

🌿 Want to experience Para Para Mansion for yourself? The mansion and gardens will open to the public as part of Open Gardens SA:

📍 17–19 Penrith Avenue, Gawler West
📅 Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September 2026
🕙 10.00am – 4.30pm
More information: https://opengardensa.org.au/current-season/para-para

Explore this remarkable local landmark, wander through the gardens, and experience a piece of Gawler history brought to life.

Will you be watching My Brilliant Career to spot Para Para Mansion on screen?

Para Para Lavender

31/07/2026

18/04/2026

Come and visit us at Stand 33 this weekend at the Adelaide Equestrian Festival at Victoria Park with our display of memorabilia remembering the Sixth World Three Day Event Championships.

You don't have to miss out if you are not attending the Festival - book now for two events being held in Gawler on Monday 20 April! More details below:

🐎 Gallop back to 1986, when the world rode into Gawler!
Celebrate 40 years since the iconic World Three Day Event Championships.
TWO events | $5 each
🚌 Dead Man’s Pass Bus Tour | 3.30pm | Gawler Visitor Information Centre
Step back in time with a guided tour of key championship sites. Walk parts of the original course, hear behind-the-scenes stories, and experience the iconic Dead Man’s Pass.
Don’t forget your walking shoes and water bottle!
Book Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/walk-the-course-tour-gallop...

🎬 Remembering the Championships | 6.30pm | Gawler Civic Centre
Relive the excitement through stories, interviews and a short film featuring world-class riders and contributors. Bring along your memorabilia to be photographed for the Gawler Heritage Collection or share your own story as part of our oral history project.
Book Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/gallop-back-to-1986...
Light supper provided | Drinks available
Spaces are limited! Secure your spot today and be part of the story once again.