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 21 independent U3A locations in South Australia.  Each U3A has its own classes. See full list at U3As in SA.

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 850 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.

Forthcoming deadline

July 11 New Courses due to Sue Garforth

2025 Dates

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