2026 South Australian Premier's Food and Beverage Industry Awards Gala Dinner
Description
Proudly presented by Food South Australia.
The South Australian Premier's Food and Beverage Industry Awards have been instrumental in celebrating excellence across the state's food and beverage manufacturing industry for over 25 years, recognising contributors across the entire food value chain, from paddock to plate.
Join us for the industry’s biggest night of the year, where South Australian food and beverage takes centre stage and the 2026 Award winners are announced.
The gala dinner theme, Time to Shine: Celebrating Achievement. Inspiring Excellence, celebrates the people, products and businesses that, this year, represent the very best of South Australia's food and beverage industry. It shines a spotlight on the passion, perseverance and innovation that elevate our industry and inspire excellence.
EVENT DETAILS
Date & Time: Friday 13 November 2026
Pre-dinner drinks and canapés from 6pm
Location: Adelaide Convention Centre – Halls C&D
Attire: Black Tie
ABOUT THE EVENING
Drinks and canapés will be served on arrival
Bespoke three-course South Australian menu crafted by Chef Gavin Robertson, featuring 2026 finalists’ products
Immersive dessert experience
Premium SA wine, beer, and beverages
Presentation of 17 award categories
Live entertainment and dancing until midnight.
ADDITIONAL OFFERING VIP WELCOME EVENT
Take advantage of the special opportunity to network with key industry leaders at the intimate and exclusive VIP Welcome Event. Taking place prior to Gala Dinner drinks and purchased in addition to your Gala Dinner ticket, this event, offering a curated selection of premium refreshments and gourmet bites, places you in the room with the very people shaping the food and beverage industry including Ministers, industry leaders and celebrities.
About the VIP Welcome Event
Make meaningful connections with influential voices from across food and beverage
Settle into the atmosphere with the sounds of a live grand piano in an intimate setting
Sip something exceptional with signature cocktails and elevated culinary offerings
Leave refreshed with a considered finishing touch before joining the Gala celebrations
Time: 5.15pm - 6.00pm (Before Gala pre-dinner drinks)
Location: Adelaide Convention Centre – Halls C&D
Attire: Black Tie
Tickets are limited.
GALA DINNER TICKET INFORMATION
Early Bird Ticket = Available until midnight, 14/09/26
Early Bird Table of 10 = Available until midnight, 14/09/26
General Ticket = Available from 15/09/26 until 04/11/26
General Table of 10 = Available from 15/09/26 until 04/11/26
VIP Welcome Event = Available until 04/11/26
HOW TO BOOK
Click 'Get Tickets' to book your tickets immediately via credit card
Tickets available by invoice request. Email: ticketing@safoodbevawards.com.au or phone: (08) 8303 9435
Please provide guest names and dietary requirements when booking multiple tickets
No refunds | Ticket sales close Wednesday 4 November
Numbers are limited – book early!
BOOKING & TICKET INFORMATION/TERMS
General Tickets include drinks and canapés on arrival, bespoke dinner with interactive dessert, premium beer, wine and soft drinks, and live entertainment.
VIP Welcome Event is not included with Gala Dinner tickets. It must be purchased separately and is only available to Gala Dinner attendees.
When booking multiple tickets, please provide guest names, dietary requirements, and seating preferences (if applicable).
Ticket sales close Wednesday 4 November.
Please note that we won't be able to provide refunds.
For ticket enquiries or invoice requests, contact the Food SA ticketing team: ticketing@safoodbevawards.com.au or (08) 8303 9435.
Food South Australia is proud to have managed the South Australian Premier's Food and Beverage Industry Awards since 2012, with support from the Government of South Australia through the Department of State Development in 2026. Since then, Food SA has fostered the growth of the program every year, culminating in the Gala Dinner each November, which is now recognised as the largest event on the industry's annual calendar.
Learn more about this year's Awards program here: safoodbevawards.com.au
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