Events

Taking part in a Variety event is an exciting and fun way to raise funds for children in need. As well as helping children and their families, events are a wonderful opportunity to connect with Variety supporters and experience what it means to be part of the ‘Variety family’.

Variety SA Events

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Variety Fundraisers and upcoming events

The Variety calendar includes all fundraisers for our Motoring Events, run by entrants. More information for these fundraisers can be found by clicking the more information link below each listing.

The Official Showdown Shield Luncheon

8 May 202512pm-3pmAdelaide Convention Centre North Terrace, North Terrace, Adelaide SA, Australia

The Official Showdown Shield Luncheon is back! Proudly presented by Jarvis Toyota. Enjoy a fantastic two-course meal and 3-hour premium drinks package and prepare to gain exclusive insights from the Club Captains, Jordan Dawson and Connor Rozee, as well as the Coaches Matthew Nicks and Ken Hinkley. This event will sell out fast. So, grab your friends, mark your calendars, and secure your tickets now!

Variety Footy Jet

17 May 2025Melbourne Cricket Ground, Brunton Avenue, Richmond VIC, Australia

Fly first-class to the footy in style and experience the thrill of live AFL action as Collingwood takes on the Adelaide Football Club at the iconic MCG, all while making a difference for children in need.

Variety 4WD Adventure

24 May 2025 - 31 May 2025Kimberley, WA, Australia

The Variety SA 4WD Adventure proudly sponsored by Jarvis Toyota, provides entrants the opportunity to explore exclusive tracks. Friendly atmosphere throughout, unique dining experiences and entertainment along the way, this fully catered journey offers a fine balance of comfort, adrenaline and outright adventure, all while raising much needed funds for South Australian kids in need. Register Today!

Variety Golden Gala

14 Jun 20257pmAdelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide SA, Australia

In 2025, Variety - the Children’s Charity will celebrate an extraordinary milestone: 50 years of positively impacting the lives of Australian children. To honour this golden anniversary, we are hosting the Golden Gala on Saturday, June 14th an evening of elegance, celebration, and impact.

SA Variety Bash

9 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025

The 2025 SA Variety Bash: Ocean Swells & Vintage Twirls proudly supported by AHA Pubs with heart. The Variety SA Bash is not a race or a rally or a contest of speed of any kind. It's all about adventure and mateship and a fantastic opportunity to have a great time while supporting SA kids in need. Take it off the bucket list and put it on the 'to-do' list. Are you in for 2025? You beauty! Registrations are filling fast, register your Bash team today! 2025 Bash. Ya Gotta Do it!

Aussie Muscle Car Run

26 Oct 2025 - 31 Oct 2025Tasmania, Australia

The National Aussie Muscle Car Run is an annual motoring event incorporating Muscle cars of the golden era of Bathurst. The AMCR is an seven-day car cruise to help raise funds for kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability.

Variety Moto Run

5 Nov 2025 - 9 Nov 2025Lorne VIC, Australia

Variety Moto Run is a four-day event for anyone who enjoys taking their touring motorcycle or luxury car for a run, meeting great people and enjoying magnificent food and scenery, all whilst supporting SA kids in need.