Vernissage is back!
Be the first to experience the future of contemporary art at the Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition 2026, VIP Vernissage. This exclusive preview event is your opportunity to celebrate the top rising artistic talent in South Australia.
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the SASA Gallery, where you’ll enjoy:
- A first look, and first chance to purchase new works by our state’s freshest creative talent
- Champagne, boutique gin, fine wines, and delicious canapés
- A vibrant atmosphere shared with artists, industry leaders, supporters, and art lovers
This is more than an event—it’s an investment in the next generation of South Australian creatives. Every ticket sold and every artwork purchased directly supports local artists of tomorrow.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026
Time: From 6:00pm
Location: SASA Gallery, Adelaide University
Kaurna Building, Fenn Place, Adelaide
For information about how to get to the SASA Gallery and accessibility please visit HERE.
TICKETS
EARLY-BIRD: $140 per person
Available until Wednesday 31 December 2025
Includes a tax-deductible component of $105.
BOOK HERE
FULL PRICE: $160 per person
On sale from Thursday 1 January to Tuesday 10 February 2026, unless sold out.
Includes a tax-deductible component of $120.
Make the most of our early-bird ticket prices and buy a loved one or friend the perfect gift for Christmas – a gift of an exclusive VIP event experience and an investment in South Australia’s emerging artists.
If you require us to reissue your tax invoice, please contact us at: rsvp@helpmannacademy.com.au
We look forward to celebrating the next generation of artists with you at the Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition 2026 VIP Vernissage.
Secure your VIP tickets today and be part of a night that truly makes a difference.
ABOUT THE GRADUATE EXHIBITION
The Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition has a long history of being a launch pad for the next generation of artistic talent in our state.
Visual artists from Adelaide University* and Flinders University showcase their graduate works across a range of disciplines including ceramics, glass, moving image, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, fashion, costume design, and textiles.
Exhibiting artists will be eligible for a wide range of awards which will be presented on the opening night of the exhibition.
The Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition remains one of the most significant opportunities for emerging creatives in the country, thanks to the generosity of our award donors and partners.
Image: Vernissage 2024, photo credit Sam Roberts.
*Adelaide University opens in January 2026, drawing on the combined strengths and legacies of the University of South Australia (UniSA) and the University of Adelaide. Adelaide University artists exhibiting at the 2026 Helpmann Academy Graduate Exhibition may include graduates who have completed a UniSA Bachelor of Contemporary Art, Bachelor of Creative Arts (Honours), or another approved creative degree. These degrees continue to be offered at Adelaide University and can be found here.