Top things to do in winter around Adelaide
Winter has well and truly swept in upon us bringing chilly nights and rainy days. However there is still plenty to see and do around Adelaide. Adelaide’s milder climate means that it is still possible to venture out into the fresh, crisp air and play on clear days […]
The days are shorter, temperatures are cooler and it’s wetter underfoot, but Nature Play’s list of 25 things to do this winter provides the perfect opportunity to rug up and head outdoors.
Download the list, place it on the fridge and see how many you and your friends can tick off this winter.
25 things to do in winter in […]
[ June 18, 2016; ]
Do you need an updated family portrait? Go along to the My Family Photo mini-sessions on Saturday 16 July 2016, taken in the beautiful surroundings of Ityamai-Itpina Park, Adelaide Parklands.
Mini-sessions are short 30 minute sessions for up to 6 people – perfect for families with little ones who can’t sit still for too long!
For $165, […]
[ June 12, 2016 12:00 am to June 26, 2016 11:00 am. ]
Roald Dahl’s Classic, The BFG – In Cinemas 30 June 2016
The talents of three of the world’s greatest storytellers – Roald Dahl, Walt Disney and Steven Spielberg – finally unite to bring Dahl’s beloved classic The BFG to life. Directed by Spielberg, Disney’s The BFG tells the imaginative story of a young girl and the Giant who introduces […]
[ June 3, 2016; ]
Krispy Kreme celebrates Doughnut Day with free doughnuts!
This Friday 3 June 2016, Krispy Kreme South Australia will be celebrating International Doughnut Day by giving customers a free original glazed doughnut with every barista-made coffee.
Krispy Kreme General Manager Mark Higginbottom said, “Krispy Kreme’s mission is to touch and enhance lives, through the joy that is doughnuts.”
“We are […]
[ June 11, 2016; 9:30 am; June 12, 2016; 9:30 am; June 13, 2016; 9:30 am; ]
28th Annual Adelaide Model Railway Exhibition – Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend!
Go and see Adelaide’s premiere model train show, with operating layouts, commercial sales, modelling demonstrations and kids activities. There will be over 30 working model railway layouts to view, Kitty Kat Face Painting and an activity table for the kids.
Find yourself a bargain on the secondhand table or […]
[ June 9, 2016; 8:00 pm; June 10, 2016; 8:00 pm; June 11, 2016; June 15, 2016; 8:00 pm; June 16, 2016; 8:00 pm; June 17, 2016; 8:00 pm; June 18, 2016; ] .
Big Fish, The Musical, presented by the Therry Dramatic Society Inc.
Based on Daniel Wallace’s 1998 novel, Big Fish: A Novel of Mythic Proportions, and the 2003 film Big Fish written by John August and directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish revolves around the relationship between Edward Bloom and his adult son Will, who is looking […]
A tale as old as time, Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast, will hit Australian cinemas in March 2017.
Beauty and the Beast is a live retelling of Disney’s popular classic 1991 animated film. Bill Condon is directing the film, with an all-star cast that includes Emma Watson (‘Harry Potter’) as Belle, Dan Stevens (‘Downton Abbey’) as the Beast, […]
[ June 29, 2016; 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. ]
Celebrate International Mud Day with some mudlicious activities
29 June 2016 is International Mud Day where we join with people around the world to have some fun and get downright dirty!!
This will be an opportunity to bring your preschoolers and help celebrate International Mud Day with some mudlicious activities at Bonython Park, between 9.30am – 2.30pm.
There are loads of benefits […]
[ June 5, 2016; 4:10 pm; July 31, 2016; 4:10 pm; ]
Take the kids to the footy for free on Sunday Funday!
Kids will get free access to two Adelaide games in 2016 as the Club launches its own Sunday Funday. In a first for Adelaide Oval and the Crows, children will get free tickets to home games against St Kilda (June 5) and Essendon (July 31).
Crows Chief […]
[ June 30, 2016; 11:00 am; ]
Band of the South Australian Police In Concert
Hot off the plane after performances at Her Majesty’s 90th Birthday and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Australia, The Band of the South Australian Police under the direction of Michael Dowrick present a concert of family friendly toe tappers!
Hear the full 35 piece concert band in full […]
[ June 10, 2016 8:00 am to June 13, 2016 11:30 am. ]
Melrose Fat Tyre Festival.
Every June long weekend, mountain bike riders from around Australia come to Melrose for the Fat Tyre Festival some making this event their “must do” every year!
Riders love the chilled out vibe and non competitive nature of the event. They come to improve their skills, ride trails they wouldn’t normally be allowed […]
[ June 11, 2016; 8:00 pm; ]
A hilarious concert about games with Tripod and the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra.
What’s the secret to Tripod’s success? Video games – lots and lots of video games. This all-new love letter to gaming offers hilarious insight into friendships, families and who gets to use the TV. Tripod’s obsession with games is so epic that only the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra […]
[ June 12, 2016; 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ]
What is CultureSpace at the Adelaide Migration Museum?
CultureSpace is an exploration of culture and community at the Migration Museum. You can drop in and experience the diverse and exciting cultures of the people who call South Australia home, and enjoy various activities and displays. Each month will celebrate the vibrancy of a different community group.
CultureSpace Mexican Fiesta
Come […]
Finding Dory
Disney•Pixar’s Finding Dory reunites everyone’s favourite forgetful blue tang, Dory, with her friends Nemo and Marlin on a search for answers about her past. What can she remember? Who are her parents? And where did she learn to speak Whale? Directed by Andrew Stanton (“Finding Nemo,” “WALL•E”) and produced by Lindsey Collins (co-producer “WALL•E”), […]
[ June 23, 2016; 6:00 pm; June 25, 2016; ]
Who is your hero? What makes a hero? Does the hero lie in you? Come on this fun, musical journey and discover some Heroes!
Join marathon-running pianist Olivia, songstress Michelle, and photographer Keturah, as they take you on an inspiring and fun musical journey exploring these questions.
Support the Little Heroes Foundation raise funds
Proceeds from this playful […]
[ June 19, 2016; 11:00 am; July 24, 2016; 11:00 am; August 21, 2016; 11:00 am; ]
Specially presented movies for families and children on the spectrum
Event Cinemas Marion Sensory Screenings are specially presented films, with adjusted theatre conditions that better accommodate families & children on the Autism Spectrum or special needs.
Altered conditions include:
decreased volume
dimmed lighting
no allocated seating; and
the freedom to move.
All tickets to these sessions are $8.00 each.
Sensory Screenings film programme
June 19 […]
[ June 13, 2016; 10:00 am; ]
Accurately predict your 5km time and win a pair of shoes thanks to Joggers World!!
The 5km fun run is a long held Adelaide Harriers tradition and will again be a Turkey Handicap Event where you nominate your time and then run without a watch. The closest to their predicted time wins.
Hundreds of dollars worth of […]
[ June 12, 2016; ]
If you have always been in awe of those big trucks as you travel next to them along the freeway, then Mannum is the place to be on Sunday 12th June.
Mannum’s main streetscape will become one massive trucking garage where you will see polished prime movers, trucks and utes from accross the State and the […]
[ May 24, 2016 to May 26, 2016. May 31, 2016 to June 2, 2016. June 7, 2016 to June 9, 2016. June 14, 2016 to June 16, 2016. June 21, 2016 to June 23, 2016. ]
A FREE and fun workshop program for young people aged 5-12 years.
Looking for something active and super fun for the kids to do after school? Carclew is bringing three different performance workshops to the City of Onkaparinga in THEATRE, CIRCUS and DANCE.
Ignite your child’s creative side with this lively introduction to the performing arts. For […]
[ May 16, 2016 to June 13, 2016. ]
Come and see the significant part railways played in Australia’s war effort.
From the transport of war equipment, to troop trains transporting soldiers and nurses; railways played a significant part in Australia’s war effort. The National Railway Museum is hosting the Workshops Railway Museum travelling exhibition Railways 1914-18, which complements their latest exhibit South Australian Railways and the World […]
Get BOUNCE Fit!
Get Bounce Fit with BOUNCE! Jumping on trampolines is an incredible workout – NASA has even described it as the most effective form of exercise devised by humans. ‘Rebound Exercise’ burns more calories than running, so park your runners and head into BOUNCE for your next workout.
Kids don’t realise they’re exercising
Regular jumping improves […]
Over 100 years ago Australia’s first submarine disappeared while on patrol near New Guinea.
This exhibition from the Australian National Maritime Museum, along with rare archival footage of the Navy during WWI, tells the story. Fun activities for children include designing a war medal and creating a war ship disguise.
The exhibition will be held throughout May […]
[ May 28, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 4, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 11, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 18, 2016; 5:00 pm; June 25, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 2, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 9, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 16, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 23, 2016; 5:00 pm; July 30, 2016; 5:00 pm; August 6, 2016; 5:15 pm; August 13, 2016; 5:15 pm; ]
Experience drive-in movie excitement with your family
Wallis Mainline Drive-In are once again holding special Saturday movie nights dedicated for families.
They open an hour before the movie starts so you can get there early and enjoy a relaxed dinner before sitting back to watch the large outdoor screen.
What to bring to the Family Flix drive-in movies
Pack the […]
[ June 5, 2016; 3:00 pm; ]
Young Adelaide Voices farewell concert
Young Adelaide Voices are putting on a farewell fundraising concert prior to departing on their European Tour in June. This is your opportunity to hear their full repertoire before they go.
After standing ovations and fabulous reviews following the recent Ngeringa 24 Concert Series – you won’t be disappointed!
tickets: adult $25 | concession/student $20
onsite […]
Disney’s The BFG In Cinemas 30 June 2016
The talents of three of the world’s greatest storytellers – Roald Dahl, Walt Disney and Steven Spielberg – finally unite to bring Dahl’s beloved classic The BFG to life.
Directed by Spielberg, Disney’s The BFG tells the imaginative story of a young girl and the Giant who introduces her […]
Findon Swim School is giving away FREE SWIMMING LESSONS!
Findon Swim School is opening soon in August 2016 and they are giving away one month’s worth of FREE swimming lessons every week until they open! All you have to do is to pop over and like the FINDON SWIMMING SCHOOL FACEBOOK PAGE to go in the draw. It’s […]
[ June 5, 2016; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. ]
Come and join the Adelaide Youth Sinfonia in an interactive concert.
Dance, sing and mix it up with the Adelaide Youth Sinfonia in an interactive 50-minute concert for children aged one to four. Hosted by the Adelaide Youth Orchestra at the Grainger Studio on Sunday 5th June, Orchestra Play Time features short pieces of orchestral music led by […]
[ June 4, 2016; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. June 5, 2016; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
Australia’s Premier Annual Toy Fair!
The 23rd toy fair is not to be missed! With old toys, collectables, and a model fair there is something for everyone! Plus there will be over 260 tables and stalls to browse.
Entry cost: Adults $7.50 | Concession/Pension $6 | Child 12 – 17 Years $2 | Under 12 FREE
For more information […]
[ June 5, 2016; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Australia’s first National Day of Real Play
Nature Play is partnering with Omo’s Dirt is Good campaign to establish Australia’s first National Day of Real Play! It’s aimed to be a great annual day for families all around Australia. To celebrate, a free event for families in Adelaide will be held on Sunday 5 June, 10am-3pm at […]
