Adelaide Morning Briefing: From the Fairways to the Front Row

The City Mood: A Post-Golf High and Pre-Fringe Buzz

Adelaide woke up this Monday, February 16, 2026, with the electric energy of a city that has just hosted the world. Following the conclusion of the LIV Golf Adelaide tournament at The Grange Golf Club yesterday, the city is buzzing with the success of the event's new 72-hole format. With the "Mad March" festival season just four days away, there is a palpable sense of momentum in the streets. Locals are trading their golf caps for Fringe posters as the city prepares for the official opening of the Adelaide Fringe this Friday, February 20.

Key Talking Point: The Race for Paradise City

The major conversation at water coolers and on morning commutes today is the scramble for tickets. At 9:00 AM ACDT this morning, the public sale officially opened for the 2026 Supercars season finale, the bp Adelaide Grand Final. The stakes are particularly high this year following the blockbuster announcement that rock legends Guns N’ Roses will headline the Sunday night concert on November 29. Premier Peter Malinauskas has hailed the booking as a major win for the state’s tourism, expecting the event to rival the record-breaking crowds seen in previous years. For many Adelaide residents, today is about securing a spot in the "Jungle Zone" to see Axl Rose and Slash return to the City of Churches.

Feel-Good Story: Summer Nights at the Oasis

If you are looking for a way to escape the Monday blues, the Asia Oasis Street Food Festival continues to provide a heart-warming community atmosphere at Jimmy Melrose Park in Glenelg. The festival, which runs through February 22, has become a local favorite for its authentic "street vibe" and diverse culinary offerings. Meanwhile, many families are finding relief from today’s expected 33°C heat at the newly opened, state-of-the-art Adelaide Aquatic Centre. Since its official opening late last month, the facility has become a focal point for the North Adelaide community, offering a modern, accessible space for all ages to enjoy the height of the South Australian summer.

Quick Hits for Your Monday

• Weather: A hot and sunny day is forecast with a high of 33°C. Perfect for a late afternoon dip at the coast.
• Lunar New Year: Preparations are underway for tomorrow’s Lunar New Year celebrations at Adelaide Arcade.
• Fringe Countdown: Final rehearsals are happening across the CBD as the Southern Hemisphere’s largest arts festival readies over 1,500 shows.