Cultural events

Events & Programmes

Where Tea Culture Comes to Life

From our flagship international festival to intimate tea salons and expert-led workshops, our events create space for discovery, connection, and cultural exchange.

Flagship Event

Flagship Festival

Alice in the Tea Land

5th Annual International Tea Festival

October 17–19, 2026
Adelaide Convention Centre, South Australia

Our flagship annual festival is a multi-day celebration of the heritage of tea in the heart of South Australia. Alice in the Tea Land brings together tea masters, cultural practitioners, producers, and enthusiasts from across the globe for an immersive programme of tastings, performances, masterclasses, and dialogue.

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Programme Highlights

  • 01

    Curated tea tastings featuring rare and seasonal teas from China's major growing regions

  • 02

    Live cultural performances including traditional music, calligraphy, and tea ceremony demonstrations

  • 03

    Expert-led masterclasses for all levels — from curious newcomers to seasoned practitioners

  • 04

    Producer showcases connecting international buyers with authentic heritage tea brands

  • 05

    Panel discussions on the future of tea culture in a globalised world

Upcoming Programme

Events Calendar

Workshop

August 15, 2026

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ACST

Gongfu Tea Masterclass

Online & AdelaideLimited to 20 participants

An intimate, hands-on workshop exploring the art of gongfu cha — a traditional method of preparing tea with precision, mindfulness, and ceremony. Suitable for all levels.

Tea Salon

September 6, 2026

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ACST

Autumn Tea Salon

Adelaide, AustraliaLimited to 30 guests

A curated evening gathering for tea enthusiasts to share, taste, and connect over rare seasonal teas from across China's tea-growing regions. A relaxed, convivial atmosphere for meaningful exchange.

Lecture

September 20, 2026

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM ACST

The Philosophy of Tea: A Cultural Lecture

OnlineOpen registration

A scholarly lecture exploring the philosophical traditions embedded in the heritage of tea — from Taoist and Buddhist influences to the role of tea in contemporary cultural identity.