About the festival

We started as a ‘small concert’ in our backyard…

  • Even as we’ve grown, we’ve kept things intimate, beautiful and thoughtful — no huge crowds, just great vibes and better wine.

  • We’re big on the 1 percenters — the magical details, the DIY touches, the dreamy decor. It’s these thoughtful extras that make Handpicked feel so personal, even as we grow.

  • Big-name artists. Boutique festival charm. All set among the vines with a glass of our wine, Lake Breeze Wines in hand.

It all began back in 2014 and since then we’ve hosted the likes of John Butler, Matt Corby & Birds of Tokyo and welcome over 6,000 people each year! But our small concept values remain the same.

Inside Handpicked

Take a peek behind the vines and see how our little backyard idea turned into something magical.

10 YEARS OF

HANDPICKED MAGIC

What to Expect.

  • A Music + Wine Event

    Where music, award winning wine, food and ancient gums trees come together.

  • Award Winning Artists

    We’ve hosted everyone from JET and Missy Higgins to Matt Corby and Birds of Tokyo!

  • Food + Wine

    Enjoy our family wine paired with SA food trucks for picnics in our backyard.

  • Camping

    Camp amongst the gums and just a 30 second walk from all the action!

  • Beyond the Stage

    Fossick through ‘The Lane’, brimming with locally sourced items, where you can meet the makers and hear their stories.

  • Magical Nooks

    Discover unexpected moments like the Cocktail Forest, a bar nestled amongst the gums and river bed!

  • Family Owned + Run

    Handpicked was an idea dreamt up around Nanny’s kitchen table!