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we’re Adelaide’s home of live entertainment for a reason!
From premium wine lunches, huge live big band music events in the Top of the Ark, Adelaide Fringe shows to thrilling 4am English Premier League finals, the Ark is where unforgettable entertainment comes to life. We’re proud to be recognised as the Best Entertainment Venue by AHA South Australia twice in a row, solidifying our reputation as the go-to spot for a night you’ll never forget.
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Ark Events
Sat, 1-Sun, 30 August
August Lounge Bar Live Music
Enjoy live music in the Lounge Bar Wednesday to Saturday nights with a mix of South Australia's best soloists & duos.
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Sun, 6 September
Father’s Day | Top of the Ark
Round up the family and join us for an afternoon of slow-smoked BBQ, live music, giant games, and a huge bouncy obstacle course for the kids.
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Sun, 6 September
Father’s Day
Treat Dad to his favourites from our lounge menu, available all day.
Plus, enjoy our food specials. 🍖
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Sat, 26 September
AFL Grand Final
Watch the 2026 Toyota AFL Grand Final LIVE at Arkaba Hotel. Choose between Sportys or Top of the Ark and secure your spot with a Grand Final package including food, drinks, and guaranteed seating.
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Sun, 4 October
GREED – Ultimate 80’s FLUORO Party!
Adelaide's MOST FAMOUS 80's night is back for 2026… and this time we're going 80s FLUORO!
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Tue, 3 November
Melbourne Cup | Top of the Ark
Celebrate the Melbourne Cup in Top of the Ark with a 3-course menu paired with a 3-hour premium drinks package.
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Tue, 3 November
Melbourne Cup | Downstairs
Celebrate Melbourne Cup Downstairs at the Ark with a delicious 3-course lunch, TAB facilities, exciting sweeps, and every race live on the big screens. Stick around after the final race for the after party featuring The Incredibles!
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Sat, 5-19 December
Christmas Dinner + Show
Everyone's FAVOURITE dinner and show is back at the Arkaba! Your evening includes a 3-course dinner, 3-hour drinks package and live entertainment – because the best way to spread Christmas cheer; is singing loud for all to hear!
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Fri, 25 December
Christmas Day Lunch | Top of the Ark
Celebrate Christmas Under the Starlight at the Top of the Ark 🤍🌟 Leave the oven mitts behind and join us for a joyful Christmas Day lunch filled with festive cheer, delicious food, and zero clean-up!
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Fri, 25 December
Christmas Day | Downstairs
Celebrate Christmas in our Lounge Bar, Restaurant & Function Rooms at the Arkaba Hotel 🎅🏻🎄
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What's On
Sat, 1-Sun, 30 August
August Lounge Bar Live Music
Enjoy live music in the Lounge Bar Wednesday to Saturday nights with a mix of South Australia's best soloists & duos.
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Sat, 29 August
The Incredibles – 16th Birthday Movie Extravaganza!
To celebrate The Incredibles' 16th birthday, the MOVIE THEME EXTRAVAGANZA IS BACK!
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Sun, 30 August
Broadway Sessions 11th Birthday | August
Broadway Sessions celebrates its 11th birthday, and you're invited to the party!
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Sun, 4 October
GREED – Ultimate 80’s FLUORO Party!
Adelaide's MOST FAMOUS 80's night is back for 2026… and this time we're going 80s FLUORO!
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Mon, 5 October
Ilan Chester en Australia — “Canciones y Cuentos” | Adelaide
Venezuelan singer-songwriter and pianist Ilan Chester in Australia for an intimate evening of music, stories, memory and connection.
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Tue, 3 November
Melbourne Cup | Top of the Ark
Celebrate the Melbourne Cup in Top of the Ark with a 3-course menu paired with a 3-hour premium drinks package.
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Sat, 28 November
Ultra Naté (USA) | Adelaide
Old School Dance Diva Ultra Naté direct from the USA and in Adelaide as part of her long awaited Australian tour.
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Sat, 5-19 December
Christmas Dinner + Show
Everyone's FAVOURITE dinner and show is back at the Arkaba! Your evening includes a 3-course dinner, 3-hour drinks package and live entertainment – because the best way to spread Christmas cheer; is singing loud for all to hear!
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Fri, 18 December
A Holly Dolly Christmas – With Kelly O’Brien
See the world’s #1 Dolly Parton tribute artist Kelly O’Brien. Endorsed by the Parton family, Kelly is more than a tribute–she is Dolly!
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Live Music
Sat, 1-Sun, 30 August
August Lounge Bar Live Music
Enjoy live music in the Lounge Bar Wednesday to Saturday nights with a mix of South Australia's best soloists & duos.
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Sat, 29 August
The Incredibles – 16th Birthday Movie Extravaganza!
To celebrate The Incredibles' 16th birthday, the MOVIE THEME EXTRAVAGANZA IS BACK!
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Sun, 30 August
Broadway Sessions 11th Birthday | August
Broadway Sessions celebrates its 11th birthday, and you're invited to the party!
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Sun, 4 October
GREED – Ultimate 80’s FLUORO Party!
Adelaide's MOST FAMOUS 80's night is back for 2026… and this time we're going 80s FLUORO!
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Mon, 5 October
Ilan Chester en Australia — “Canciones y Cuentos” | Adelaide
Venezuelan singer-songwriter and pianist Ilan Chester in Australia for an intimate evening of music, stories, memory and connection.
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Sat, 28 November
Ultra Naté (USA) | Adelaide
Old School Dance Diva Ultra Naté direct from the USA and in Adelaide as part of her long awaited Australian tour.
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Fri, 18 December
A Holly Dolly Christmas – With Kelly O’Brien
See the world’s #1 Dolly Parton tribute artist Kelly O’Brien. Endorsed by the Parton family, Kelly is more than a tribute–she is Dolly!
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Sportys Events
Sat, 29 August
Liverpool v Nottingham Forest
Liverpool host Nottingham Forest in a massive early Premier League clash with everything live at Sportys!
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Sat, 29 August
Coventry City vs Hull City
Two newly promoted Premier League sides meet in an exciting Matchday 2 clash!
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Sat, 5 September
Coventry City vs Manchester City
Coventry's return to the Premier League continues against powerhouses Manchester City.
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Sat, 5 September
Newcastle vs Bournemouth
The Premier League season rolls on with a big clash between Newcastle and Bournemouth!
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Sat, 5 September
Sat, 12 September
Liverpool v Fulham
Your Saturday night plans are sorted with Liverpool vs Fulham live at Sportys.
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Sat, 26 September
AFL Grand Final
Watch the 2026 Toyota AFL Grand Final LIVE at Arkaba Hotel. Choose between Sportys or Top of the Ark and secure your spot with a Grand Final package including food, drinks, and guaranteed seating.
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Sun, 4 October
NRL Grand Final
The NRL season comes down to one game. Watch the Grand Final LIVE at Sportys as the final two teams battle for premiership glory.
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Tue, 3 November
Melbourne Cup | Sportys
Enjoy shared canapès, drinks, and guaranteed seating whilst watching the race that stops the nation at Sportys.
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Sat, 29 August
The Incredibles – 16th Birthday Movie Extravaganza!
To celebrate The Incredibles' 16th birthday, the MOVIE THEME EXTRAVAGANZA IS BACK!
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Sun, 30 August
Broadway Sessions 11th Birthday | August
Broadway Sessions celebrates its 11th birthday, and you're invited to the party!
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Sun, 4 October
GREED – Ultimate 80’s FLUORO Party!
Adelaide's MOST FAMOUS 80's night is back for 2026… and this time we're going 80s FLUORO!
Discover more
Mon, 5 October
Ilan Chester en Australia — “Canciones y Cuentos” | Adelaide
Venezuelan singer-songwriter and pianist Ilan Chester in Australia for an intimate evening of music, stories, memory and connection.
Discover more
Sat, 28 November
Ultra Naté (USA) | Adelaide
Old School Dance Diva Ultra Naté direct from the USA and in Adelaide as part of her long awaited Australian tour.
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Fri, 18 December
A Holly Dolly Christmas – With Kelly O’Brien
See the world’s #1 Dolly Parton tribute artist Kelly O’Brien. Endorsed by the Parton family, Kelly is more than a tribute–she is Dolly!
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Sportys Weekly Specials
Monday
Tuesday
Schnitzel Night
$20 Schnitzels (Chicken or Beef) every Tuesday from 6pm. Includes sauce or toppings.
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