Adelaide Town Hall Auditorium
A magnificent venue steeped in history and architectural grandeur in the heart of Adelaide
Discover the rich history and architectural beauty of Adelaide's most prestigious venue.
Standing proudly on King William Street since 1866, the Adelaide Town Hall is one of the city’s most cherished landmarks. Designed by architect Edmund Wright in the grand Victorian Free Classical style, the building embodies both civic pride and European refinement. Its clock tower, affectionately known as Albert Tower after Prince Albert, has long been a defining feature of Adelaide’s skyline.
Through its history, the Town Hall has hosted royalty, world leaders, and great artists, including Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II, and even the Beatles, who famously appeared on its balcony in 1964 to greet thousands of adoring fans. It has been the stage for celebrations, concerts, and ceremonies of great cultural and social significance, making it a place where history and community meet.
J.W. Walker & Sons Pipe Organ
At the heart of the building lies the Auditorium, a masterpiece of 19th-century craftsmanship. With its soaring ceilings, elegant chandeliers, polished timber, and magnificent pipe organ - once the largest in the Southern Hemisphere - the Auditorium evokes the splendour of world’s great concert halls. Its acoustics are renowned, making it a home for symphonies, choirs, and now, the timeless elegance of the Croatian Royal Ball.
For this one evening, the Adelaide Town Hall will be transformed into a grand ballroom, marrying its own rich heritage with the celebration of 1100 years of the Croatian Kingdom. To step into its Auditorium is to be surrounded by beauty, tradition, and living history - an atmosphere perfectly suited to an event of such dignity and wonder.
Royal Visits
Historical royal receptions and ceremonies hosted in this prestigious venue.
Cultural Celebrations
Major cultural and artistic events for over 150 years, establishing it as Adelaide's premier cultural venue.
Getting to Adelaide Town Hall
128 King William Street, Adelaide 5000, South Australia
Contact
Phone: (08) 8203 7590
Website: adelaidetownhall.com.au
Perfect Setting
The Adelaide Town Hall Auditorium provides the perfect setting for the Croatian Royal Ball. Its grandeur and elegance, combined with its own rich heritage dating back to 1866, creates an atmosphere befitting such a momentous celebration.
