2026 Classes now available to view
Enrolments will be open from 9am on 12th January
You can also view and download the Newsletter version of the program from the menu above NEWSLETTERS / CLASSES
Note: the office will be closed from mid-day Friday, 28 November 2025 and re-open 12 January 2026.
Please do not leave phone messages over this period as the phone will not be monitor
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Welcome to U3A Adelaide
The University of the Third Age
The University of the Third Age (U3A) is an international volunteer organisation providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities for people over 50 who are no longer in full-time employment. U3A Adelaide, located at the Box Factory, 59 Regent Street South, Adelaide, is one of some 20 independent U3A locations in South Australia. Each U3A has its own classes. See full list here.
Adelaide U3A is run entirely by volunteers, utilising the knowledge, experience and skills of its members. We make new friends, learn from each other and share experiences in a relaxed, social environment.
With about 900 members and 100 classes, you can choose from a wide range of classes and social activities, including languages, literature, music, philosophy, art, exercise and excursions.
Join us at U3A Adelaide
If you are interested in joining U3A Adelaide click on the Membership menu and have a look at our About Membership page, which among other information, has details of our Membership Fees.
You can check out our list of Classes before becoming a member. Click Classes on the menu bar at the top, then click View Classes.
To join Adelaide U3A go to the Membership in the menu and click Join as New Member.
2025 Dates
Proposals for Holiday Shorts 19-30 Jan 2026 invited - to Dorothy Heinrich or Sue Garforth
Friday 24 October Deadline for 2026 courses
Friday 21 November 2026 courses released
Friday 28 November 2025 classes conclude
Friday 28 November Office closes for summer break
School Terms
Term 1 – Tuesday 28 January to Friday 11 April
Term 2 – Monday 28 April to Friday 4 July
Term 3 – Monday 21 July to Friday 26 September
Term 4 – Monday 13 October to Friday 12 December
2026 Dates
Office Opens Monday 12th January - Enrolments