27 Feb
Venue & access info here
Gates open from 5pm
1hr 30mins, no interval
This event is FREE and non-ticketed.
Event proceeds rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, refer to this page at 3pm on the day of the performance for advice. Large crowds anticipated, capacity limits will apply.
Catering on site.
No BYO alcohol.
Check here closer to the date for a full list of event FAQ's.
Pulp, fronted by the legendary Jarvis Cocker, defined a generation with their sharp, ironic take on everyday life. Hits like Common People have become anthems of a new class consciousness and their energetic live shows blend theatrical spectacle with an infectious mix of glam rock, disco, new wave and British indie.
In a return to the massive opening night concerts that have long been a part of the Festival’s DNA, we bring you Pulp, for free, in Elder Park. Fresh from their triumphant set on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage in 2025, Pulp’s highly anticipated return to Australia celebrates the release of the Mercury-nominated More, their first album in over 20 years. Expect a night of wit, energy and nostalgia from these “magnificently misshapen oddballs of British pop” (The Guardian).
From 5pm
DJ Craig has been a staple of the retro and indie club scenes in Adelaide since the mid 90s, resident at such legendary venues as Supermild, Proscenium, Jive, Cry Baby, Nightshade and The Austral. He is also behind Australia’s longest running indie night, Gosh!, which held tenure at Jive for well over 10 years, playing a diet of solely indie music; a tough niche but one that would see the venue filled to the brim every Saturday at its peak. Craig controls the dance floor with his unique live mixes of retro and indie music - no laptops, USBs or software - mixing the old fashioned way with ears, hands, CDs and a pair of headphones.
Image credit – Tom Jackson
Principal Donor – Lang Family Foundation
Registrations for wheelchair spots have now closed. An access map will be available closer to the event.
Please email access@adelaidefestival.com.au if you have any questions.
Gates Open 5pm
Start time 8:30pm
Duration approx. 90mins
Venue Elder Park – King William Road
Suitable for all ages
The event plays rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, please refer to adelaidefestival.com.au at 3pm on the day of the performance for final weather arrangements.
Elder Park will be fenced, with 2 entry points:
- King William Road (near Victoria Drive intersection)
- Riverbank (near Popeye landing)
Refer to site map for entry points.
The performance is FREE, subject to capacity.
There is no need for registration.
The event will be fenced and bag checks will be in place at each entrance.
Patrons are welcome to bring low beach/camping chairs, picnic blankets, cushions. There are areas of the site where chairs will not be permitted. We ask that patrons be respectful of others when setting up their chairs.
This event is general admission and patron seating is not provided.
Elder Park is step free, but some parts of the park have steep paths. Patrons can book tickets for the wheelchair accessible area by contacting Adelaide Festival via access@adelaidefestival.com.au. The wheelchair accessible area will have flat track mat, and has limited capacity, however other parts of the park are also suitable for wheelchair users.
There is a dedicated accessible drop-off point via Festival Drive, under the footbridge, at the lift entrance and the path to the lift is traversable.
This performance will be Auslan interpreted. Interpreters will be on stage and shown on the IMAG screen through picture in picture. Please contact us at access@adelaidefestival.com.au if you have any questions.
Temporary toilets (including accessible toilets) will be available on site. Refer site map below.
Food vendors and two licenced bars will be open from 5pm until approximately 10pm. Refer back to this page in Feb for a full list of vendors.
The event site is licenced.
BYO alcohol is not allowed.
BYO snacks are allowed.
This event is cashless. Food vendors and bars will not be accepting cash.
There are no ATMs on site. The closest ATM is in the Adelaide Railway station
Dedicated first aid will be on site. Refer to site map
The lost property point and missing and found persons location will be in the information tent (see site map below).
Please email info@adelaidefestival.com.au the following business day for lost property enquiries.
Pulp merchandise will be available for purchase on site.
In case of temperatures of 36 degrees or over, temporary shades will be permitted onto site, but the use of tent pegs is strictly prohibited. All temporary shades must be dismantled at 7:30pm. We also encourage that you take all precautions that you normally would during extreme heat – Slip, Slop, Slap and keep hydrated.
Event proceeds rain or shine. In the case of extreme weather, refer to adelaidefestival.com.au at 3pm on the day of the performance for final weather arrangements. If the performance cannot proceed, the event will be cancelled and not rescheduled.
We encourage cycling to events. Bikes are not allowed within the event site, however bike parking will be offered at the top of Elder Park off King William Road near the event site entrance and near the Festival Theatre entrance.
Bus
Please refer to the Adelaide Metro website for bus options to Adelaide, the closest BUS Stops to the event site are A2-A3 travelling from North into Adelaide CBD or stop Z1-Z2 travelling into the Adelaide CBD from the South.
Train
Elder Park is a short walk from the Adelaide Railway Station.
Tram
Tram from Glenelg or Adelaide Entertainment Centre, stop at Festival Plaza, Adelaide Railway Station, North Terrace.
Find out more on the Adelaide Metro website: https://www.adelaidemetro.com.au/routes
Visit UPark to find the closest car park to your venue.
