Where are the Park Lands Dry Areas?
The Adelaide Park Lands Dry Area Regulation applies to all the Park Lands (refer to map below).
What about the rest of the city?
The City streets and Squares have been Dry Areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week since 2001. There are separate regulations in place for these areas. The City streets and Squares are permanent Dry Areas and do not require application for extension (refer to map below).
What is a Dry Area?
Dry Area Regulation makes it illegal to consume alcohol or carry an open liquor container in a designated public space. Fines of up to $1300 are applicable if a person consumes alcohol or has an open container. SA Police have the option to tip out open alcohol containers and issue a warning rather than a fine.
Why do the Adelaide Park Lands have Dry Areas?
The City of Adelaide aims to provide safe and accessible public spaces for all members of the community. The purpose of a Dry Area is to curb alcohol-related problems in public areas. A Dry Area helps to manage the use of the Park Lands and provide safe and accessible spaces for recreating and activities such as walking, running, quiet contemplation, picnicking and gathering socially.
Are the Dry Areas timed?
Most of the Adelaide Park Lands Dry Area is timed from 8:00pm to 11:00am. Blue Gum Park/Kurangga (Park 20) and Veale Park/Walya Yarta (Park 21) are Dry Areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
How long do the Dry Areas apply for?
The Adelaide Park Lands Dry Areas have been reviewed every two-years since 2014. The most recent review of the Adelaide Park Lands Dry Areas was in 2021 and is due to expire on 22 December 2023.
Who approves Dry Areas?
The approval process for Adelaide Park Lands Dry Areas is:
Who manages and enforces the Dry Areas?
It is the responsibility of SA Police to monitor and enforce Dry Areas. Breaches of Dry Area Regulations can be reported to Police on 131 444.
What support is available for vulnerable and homeless people who may be impacted by Dry Area restrictions?
There are a range of Government and non-government services available to support people who are at risk/experiencing homelessness or are vulnerable in the City of Adelaide. You can notify services of the location of a rough sleeper at www.streetconnect.sa.gov.au and an outreach service will attend and offer support.
Would I be able to consume alcohol at a family picnic or barbeque in Blue Gum Park/Kurangga (Park 20) and Veale Park/Walya Yarta (Park 21)?
No, you would not be able to consume alcohol on these occasions in these two parks covered by Dry Zone Area 2. You will first need to obtain a permit from the Liquor Licensing Commission.
At present a permit for small events and social gatherings must be applied for at least seven days ahead of the planned event. A permit must be obtained from Consumer and Business Services. More information can be found at https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/liquor-gambling-lotteries.
You are able to consume alcohol in the Adelaide Park Lands covered by the Adelaide Park Lands - Area 1 Regulation between 11am and 8pm.
