Timelapse footage of mushrooms growing is projected on the curved contoured roof of Sleeps Hill Tunnel.

Giant colourful mushroom structures glow in the dark under UV-reactive light inside the tunnel.

A woman stands looking at her reflection in an infinity tunnel of mirrors, projections and light.

Sleeps Hill Tunnel

The award-winning Sleeps Hill Tunnel returns in 2025; an exclusive opportunity to explore a hidden part of Adelaide’s history.

Be immersed in mesmerising projections and installations that share the tunnel’s history from its steam train era to mushroom farm years.

Wander through this 377-metre long tunnel to discover a spectacle of lights and visuals across the tunnel walls that deliver a narrative of time and place, including:

Collages of newspaper clippings, archive film and historical artefacts supplied by the History Trust of SA and the State Library of SA
Soil projection piece ‘The World Beneath our Feet’ by The Barbican
Forest bathing projections of mushroom time lapse footage by Steve Axford, and Cath Marciniak
Fluorescent ‘Glow in the Dark Mushroom World’ by SA artist, Clare Miyuki Guerin
BRAND NEW ZONE IN 2025 An ‘Infinite’ tunnel of mirrors, projections, light and music by Innovation Partner, Novatech
‘Transcendent’ drone footage by SA creative production studio, Watchpost.

Discover Fungi of Adelaide and the Hills HERE.

Tunnel talks by tunnel owner, Dave, will take place at the 11:30am, 2pm and 6pm performances daily.

NOTE: Please do not just rely on the Google Maps search of 'Sleeps Hill Tunnel' as it will take you to the wrong access point. Please ensure you're following directions to Grandview Crescent, Panorama and follow the event signage – see map HERE for reference.

This is a non-smoking, alcohol-free event.

This is a non-smoking, alcohol-free event. If Fire Behaviour Index for the Mount Lofty Ranges is .75 or above on the day of the event, these sessions will be cancelled. In this case, we will notify you asap after the fire danger rating is published.

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Interactive • Installation

South Australia

: Fri, 14 Feb - Sun, 30 Mar
: 60 min
: The Tunnels
: G (3 Warnings)
: $18 to $28
: All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction fee.

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Reviews

Definitely one for the Fringe bucket list! - Sarah Chumbley, Kids in Adelaide
The journey through this industrial relic turned immersive art installation is unlike anything you’ve experienced before. - Tayla Giles, Adelaide Insider
A unique and fun way to explore some little known South Australian history - Rod Lewis, Glam Adelaide

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Reviews & Fringefeed Reacts

Definitely one for the Fringe bucket list! - Sarah Chumbley, Kids in Adelaide
The journey through this industrial relic turned immersive art installation is unlike anything you’ve experienced before. - Tayla Giles, Adelaide Insider
A unique and fun way to explore some little known South Australian history - Rod Lewis, Glam Adelaide

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Presented by: Sleeps Hill Tunnel and Adelaide Fringe

The World Beneath Our Feet by Holition with George Monbiot. Originally commissioned by the Barbican for the Our Time on Earth exhibition. Our Time on Earth was conceived and curated by the Barbican with Guest Curators FranklinTill and Co-produced by Musée de la civilisation, Québec City, Canada.

Thank you to Neil Bromhall and the History Trust of South Australia for use of images from the State Photographic Collection, Accession No. GN12252 and GN12250.

Thank you to the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia for use of footage from A Steam Train Passes, NFSA title number FAC 119366.

Thank you to the Australian Railway Historical Society Archives for use of articles 120087, 100130, 136446 & 0567954-0567990.

Sessions

Duration: 60 min

Sun 23 Feb: 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Tue 25 Feb - Sun 02 Mar: 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Tue 04 Mar - Thu 13 Mar: 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Fri 14 Mar: 10:00am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Sat 15 Mar - Sun 16 Mar: 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Tue 18 Mar - Sun 23 Mar: 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Tue 25 Mar - Sun 30 Mar: 10:00am, 10:15am, 10:30am, 10:45am, 11:00am, 11:15am, 11:30am, 11:45am, 12:00pm, 12:15pm, 12:30pm, 12:45pm, 1:00pm, 1:15pm, 1:30pm, 1:45pm, 2:00pm, 2:15pm, 2:30pm, 2:45pm, 3:00pm, 3:15pm, 3:30pm, 3:45pm, 4:00pm, 4:15pm, 4:30pm, 4:45pm, 5:00pm, 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm

Ticket Prices

Full price: $28.00

Concession: $25.00

BankSA Cardholder: $21.00

Family: $85.00

Child: $18.00

Schools Program: $16.00

Companion Card: $0.00

Prices may not be available on all sessions

All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (some exceptions apply). Read more at Fees explained.

1 Venue

The Tunnels

The Tunnels, Grandview Crescent, Panorama, Kaurna

Google Maps may take you to the wrong location. Please head to Grandview Crescent, Panorama and follow the event signage.

: Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
: Venue is suitable for all ages

Detailed venue info and space accessibility

Suitability & Warnings

Content Rating: G

Family Friendly: Yes

Other Warnings: Loud Noises, Smoke Effects, Strobe Lighting

Please note

Contains flashing lights which may not be suitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy or sensory sensitivities. The event is held in an enclosed, narrow, dark space. Discretion is advised to determine if the event is suitable for you.

Accessibility

: High Visual Content
: Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language