What's on for Adelaide Families & Kids

[ April 10, 2021 to April 26, 2021. ]
Your guide to all the top activities & ideas for kids in Adelaide during the April School Holidays.
South Australian Autumn School Holiday Dates: Saturday 10 April – Monday 26 April 2021

Autumn is the perfect time to get the kids out and about during the school holidays with warm days and cool nights.  To make it […]

[ April 10, 2021 to April 26, 2021. ]
Your guide to all the top school holiday programs and workshops for kids in Adelaide during the April School Holidays.
South Australian Autumn School Holiday Dates: Saturday 10 April – Monday 26 April 2021

Autumn is the perfect time to get the kids out and about during the school holidays with warm days and cool nights.  To […]

WIN a full day of adventure for you and your BFF’s (best family friends) at Woodhouse
Fresh air, wide open spaces and letting the kids burn off energy, whilst creating fun memorable family moments is just what the doctor ordered.
Woodhouse Activity Centre is a quick zip up the South Eastern freeway and open 7 days a […]

Photo via: @alittlevintagedream on Instagram
See Bluey and Bingo in the Barossa
Bluey fans! If you’re in the Barossa, swing past and say hello to Bluey and Bingo.
Thanks to Stan’s Farming Contract Services, Bluey and Bingo have been created out of Hay Bales in The Barossa Valley. This very cute installation, perfect for Bluey fans passing through […]

[ April 10, 2021 to April 25, 2021. ]
Growing for Gold 2021
Growing for Gold is a free program that encourages young people to try a variety of different activities in recreation and sport to help them find something that they love.
It involves a range of sport and recreational clubs hosting FREE come and try sessions. Anybody who decides to join the club after participating […]

[ April 12, 2021 to April 30, 2021. ]
PAE Pass April 2021
The PAE discounted access pass is back in 2021. 
The City of PAE is making it easy for City of Port Adelaide Enfield residents to ‘explore their back yard’ and ‘holiday here this year’. The PAE Pass initiative lasts during the month of April and includes half-priced tickets and other discounts for residents […]

[ July 16, 2021 to August 1, 2021. ]
City Lights – Illuminate Adelaide
Embrace the cold and explore the city, but not as you know it. For 17 nights, Adelaide’s city streets will be transformed; laneways and open spaces will be turned into a nocturnal playground of projections, imagination and light.
This free light trail as part of the new annual winter festival, Illuminate Adelaide, […]

[ April 12, 2021; April 19, 2021 to April 23, 2021. ]
Bring in your Wonders!
Have you been outside exploring? Have you found a rock or mineral? Are you wondering what it is and would like it identified?
Book a time to take your object and work with the South Australian Museum sleuths in their Discovery Centre to identify what it is.  Learn more about your findings and take […]

SHANX Mini Golf at Regency Park
In partnership with the City of Port Adelaide Enfield, SHANX Mini Golf is coming soon to Regency Park Community Golf Course.
SHANX Mini Golf will be a unique golfing experience like no other in Australia. Designed by an internationally renowned golf course architect, SHANX aims to provide an unrivalled golfing experience for […]

Create Your Own Ice Cream Flavour with Golden North
Golden North is giving kids a fun task these school holidays, to create their very own ice cream flavour.
The weird, the wonderful, the creative – they want to see it all!
Open to kids 5 to 10 years old, the Golden North judging panel will pick the best […]

[ April 10, 2021 to April 11, 2021. June 19, 2021 to June 20, 2021. October 16, 2021 to October 17, 2021. ]
Gathered Design Market at the Queens Theatre
If you love supporting local SA designers, artisans + small businesses, Gathered Design Market is for you.
Grab your nearest and dearest and go to the Queens Theatre to experience a market like no other. Acoustic entertainment, creative workshops, delicious food and drink will be on offer, amongst beautifully styled […]

[ April 25, 2021; ]
Anzac Day 2021 & Light Up The Dawn
Anzac Day is Australia’s most sacred day and an important opportunity to reflect and commemorate the sacrifice made by Australian veterans.
The South Australian Government has been working with the RSL SA to ensure that in 2021 Anzac Day commemorations can continue while remaining COVID safe.

Despite cancellation and restriction […]

Enjoy all the fun of the film at the Australian premiere of The Wedding Singer musical at Her Majesty’s Theatre, starring Adelaide’s own Nadia Komazec.
by Carla Caruso
Who can forget the ’80s-set movie, The Wedding Singer, starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore? The neon-bright clothes, the teased hair, the comedy, the iconic lines!
Well, the story is […]

[ April 13, 2021; ]
Wittunga Botanic Garden’s new nature playspace will be opening on Tuesday 13 April 2021, just in time for the school holidays.
This fabulous new space will provide plenty of fun for all ages and provide a unique place to play in a glorious botanical setting.
The play space will be a fun way for children to learn […]

[ April 16, 2021; April 23, 2021; ]
Autism SA Birthday Party – School Holidays
Autism SA is offering young people an opportunity to go along to an Autism SA Birthday Party this school holidays. 
The new program, starting in Elizabeth and planing to run in the southern suburbs later this year, is a fun themed, skill building group designed to support young people to […]

[ April 10, 2021 to August 8, 2021. ]
Wonders from the South Australian Museum
Have you ever wondered what’s beyond the five floors of the South Australian Museum galleries? In a new landmark exhibition Wonders from the South Australian Museum visitors will get the rare opportunity to explore objects from the Museum’s vast collections – many of which have never been on public display […]

[ April 11, 2021; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Meet the Machines at Brighton Oval Open Day
The City of Holdfast Bay is hosting an open day at Brighton Oval where kids can “meet” a range of large trucks, fire engines and other vehicles.
Local sporting clubs will be onsite with a range of sporting activities for kids to try including football, cricket, lacrosse, rugby and […]

[ April 10, 2021; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ]
School Holidays Tie Dye Party
Studio Rags is back with another Tie Dye Party for bored kids and busy parents.
The studio will be open for non-stop fabric fun.

DIY a scarf or bandana through trending tie dyes. Learn different techniques. All materials provided.
Participants will learn value added skills to explore textiles which can be a potential career choice in […]

Illuminate Adelaide set to light up Winter in 2021 – Program Highlights
A new annual winter event will take over Adelaide’s city streets, laneways and buildings from June 2021 with light, art installations, immersive technology, music, performance, discussions and ideas.
Illuminate Adelaide has been launched as a world class event with a distinctively South Australian influence. This […]

[ June 24, 2021 to August 1, 2021. ]
Van Gogh Alive in Adelaide
As part of Illuminate Adelaide, a new annual winter event, Van Gogh Alive is a multi-sensory experience to entertain the whole family. 
Van Gogh’s works have been displayed and enjoyed around the world for over a century – but never like this. For a limited time only, audiences will have the unique […]

[ July 15, 2021 to July 18, 2021. July 20, 2021 to July 25, 2021. July 27, 2021 to August 1, 2021. ]
Australian Premiere – Light Cycles. Nature’s secret rhythms, illuminated.  An immersive experience created by Moment Factory as part of Illuminate Adelaide.
Montreal-based multimedia studio Moment Factory have crafted a world-leading reputation for blending light, technology and feeling to reinvent iconic locations and unshackle imaginations.

Their installations and experiences have enchanted audiences from New York to Tokyo, and […]

[ July 8, 2021 to July 11, 2021. July 15, 2021 to July 18, 2021. July 22, 2021 to July 25, 2021. July 29, 2021 to August 1, 2021. ]
Light Creatures at Adelaide Zoo
Step into a dazzling and curious night-time world of Light Creatures and experience the wonderful natural world in a whole new light. 
Light Creatures at Adelaide Zoo as part of Illuminate Adelaide, brought to you with SA Power Networks, is where enormous animatronic Giant Pandas roll playfully across the Central Lawns, where […]

[ April 10, 2021; ]
AFLW Adelaide Crows v Melbourne Preliminary Final 
Adelaide is set to host its home 2021 NAB AFLW Preliminary Final at Adelaide Oval on Saturday 10 April at 1:40pm. 
The Crows will take on Melbourne after securing their spot as Minor Premiers with a 14-point win over Collingwood. This will be the first time the Crows AFLW side […]

[ April 10, 2021 to April 24, 2021. ]
Pop-up Wheel Park and Workshops
A dedicated wheel park is popping up at Payneham Swimming Centre during the April school holidays.
Take your favourite set of wheels—be it a bike, scooter or skateboard—and enjoy a fun and free day out. Don’t forget to play it safe and bring your safety gear, including helmet.

The park is open from […]

[ May 1, 2021 to May 31, 2021. ]
Chardonnay May
A brand-new celebration of one of Australia’s most loved wine grapes, Chardonnay May is launching in the Adelaide Hills this Autumn.
Throughout the whole of May, wineries, restaurants and bottle shops will be honouring this vibrant and versatile grape variety with tastings, paired dinners, promotions and immersive experiences. 2021 will be the first ever ‘Chardonnay […]

Port Elliot Bakery Donut of the Month
The Donut of the month for April 2021 at Port Elliot Bakery is Iced Coffee.
They also have a deal where you can pair it with a 600ml Farmers Union Iced Coffee for a Double Shot Deal this April. They are proudly Aussie owned and produced here in South Australia.
Port […]

 
New Playground Opening at Kersbrook in the Adelaide Hills
A new playground is on the way for Kersbrook in the Adelaide Hills. A first glimpse at the new playground shows several climbing structures, slides, nest swings and nature play elements.
More info to come.

Want inspiration for the Autumn School Holidays? Click here for great school holiday […]

  
New Regional Playground at Beachport in South Australia
A new playground has recently opened at the coastal town of Beachport in South Australia’s South East. The new playground has a ship-based theme and includes new play equipment and landscaping.
The  Wattle Range Council is planning an official opening of the playground, however, visitors are already able […]

[ April 11, 2021; ]
Murraylands Cycle Speedway Come & Try Free Race Day
Cycle Speedway also known as ‘Skid Kids’ involves racing around a Dolomite track for 2-4 laps against 3-6 other riders.
Murraylands Cycle Speedway is a not for profit community sporting club. Cycle Speedway is an inclusive international sport – suitable for boys and girls, men and women.

This will […]

[ April 10, 2021; ]
Pick Your Own Fuji Apples at Mahnew Orchard
Mahnew Orchard are opening their orchard for ‘Pick Your Own’ Fuji apples for one day only. 
On Saturday 10 April 2021 from 10am until 2pm, visitors will get the chance to pick their own Fuji apples at the orchard.

Please note that there is a very limited quantity of ripe fruit […]

[ April 11, 2021; ]
Hiking Expo at Belair National Park
An expo to celebrate the start of the South Australian bushwalking season.
With the arrival of cooler autumn weather, hiking is an ideal outdoor activity. South Australia’s bushwalking clubs and Walking SA are coming together to celebrate the occasion with a unique day in Belair National Park. There will be walking […]

[ April 6, 2021 to April 10, 2021. April 13, 2021 to April 17, 2021. ]
Fudge Lovers – Pop-up Stall at the Adelaide Central Market
Artisan fudge company, Fudge Lovers, has arrived at the Adelaide Central Market for a limited time.
Now open for a limited time, pop-up stall Fudge Lovers is the new Producer in Residence at the Market until Saturday 17 April 2021. Fudge Lovers fudge is crafted in small […]

[ May 16, 2021; ]
Four Oaks Farm SA Pizza Party
Pizza lovers: experience the country way of life at this pizza party
The new wood fired pizza oven at Four Oaks Farm SA will be put into action where one can see food coming from paddock to plate in a new, exciting, first time experience. Sit back and relax in the […]

[ April 10, 2021; ]
Heart-Topia – A family friendly event to raise funds for Heart Kids SA
Heart-topia will be an event with fun for the whole family, including over 50 market stalls and a range of food trucks, offering something for everyone.
Let the kids go wild in the fun zone, with pony rides and amusement rides.
Immerse yourself in the entertainment […]

[ May 1, 2021 to May 31, 2021. ]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with the Jodi Lee Foundation
Register today to host your own Mother’s Day brunch in the month of May at home, in your workplace, or at a local eatery with your family and friends and collect donations for this worthwhile and special cause. 
It’s a special way to honour mothers who have been impacted by bowel cancer and particularly those who […]

[ April 27, 2021 to May 16, 2021. ]
Moro Spanish Film Festival Adelaide
The Moro Spanish Film Festival presented by Palace returns this year, with a curated selection of films as well as some brand-new titles, offering film lovers a cinematic journey across Spain and Latin America.
A sensational selection of new and recent Spanish language films featuring some of Spain and Latin America’s leading […]

[ July 10, 2023 to August 20, 2023. ]
Adelaide to Host Women’s World Cup Matches
The South Australian State Government has been successful in its bid for Adelaide to host matches for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, to be held 10 July – 20 August.
The announcement by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and FA Chairman Chris Nikou follows an intense review process involving seven […]

Happy Valley Reservoir Reserve (Preview)
Enjoying recreational activities at Happy Valley Reservoir Reserve will soon be a great way for people to spend time with family and friends outdoors. The Reserve is set to open to the public by December 2021.
Access to green open spaces bring a range of benefits, and with access to Happy Valley […]

[ April 21, 2021 to April 23, 2021. ]
Carrick Hill Children’s April School Holiday Program
Join acclaimed storyteller and performer, Michael Mills, as Mr Bill, the man who helped build Carrick Hill, on a storytelling adventure throughout the Storybook Trail, creating your own adventure along the way. 
Carrick Hill hosts a ticketed School Holiday Program during the April and September/October school holidays and a self-guided […]

[ May 27, 2021; ]
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
Host a tea your way on Thursday 27 May to raise essential funds for people impacted by cancer.
1 in 2 Australians are diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85. Cancer Council want to change that, and they need the help of the community. Registering to host a morning tea will help raise […]

[ April 24, 2021; ]
St Peters Fair
St Peters Fair will again serve up a feast of fun for families and friends with live music, delicious food, and an oval full of free children’s entertainment. The event aims to be a relaxed, affordable and fun-filled day for the family. 
Activities include:

Amusement rides
Roving entertainers
Market stalls; and
Kids crafts

Even though […]