Best Ideas for Free Family Fun in the City of Adelaide
Looking for the best free things to do in Adelaide with kids? If you’re planning a day in the city of Adelaide and are looking for some family adventures, there are plenty o...
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WIN a Family Pass to see Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – 25th Anniversary | Capri Theatre
WIN TICKETS to see Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – 25th Anniversary at Capri Theatre. Celebrate where the magic began with a 25th Anniversary screening of Harry Po...
The Holiday in Concert | Adelaide | 19 Dec 2026
This Christmas experience ‘The Holiday’ movie on screen with a live orchestra at Adelaide Festival Theatre. If you loved Love Actually in Concert then don’t miss belove...
Cart 8 Marketplace | Shop Local Online in SA
Cart 8 brings together iconic and emerging South Australian food and beverage brands in one convenient online destination, making it easier for you to discover, shop and support lo...
Meet Nipper and Nimble | Carrick Hill | 8 Aug 2026 – 3 Jan 2027
Step inside the historic Carrick Hill Stables and meet Nipper and Nimble, the much-loved life-sized horse figures who brought joy to generations of South Australian children in the...
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Meet Me at Johnnies! Exhibition | Carrick Hill | 6 Aug – 31 Oct 2026
Celebrating The Hayward Years at John Martin’s, Meet Me at Johnnies! is an exhibition that revisits the golden age of Adelaide retail and the department store that became syn...
Doggy Day at the Beach | Henley Square | 10 Oct 2026
Doggy Day at the Beach is an annual fun-filled, educational event for dogs and their humans at Henley Square. Doggy Day at the Beach is heading back to Henley Square on the last we...
Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre Grand Opening | 10 Oct 2026
Celebrate the official opening of the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre. The Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre’s grand return will be officially marked by a community celebration d...
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Father’s Day | What’s on in Adelaide & Gift Ideas | 6 Sep 2026
Discover what’s on in Adelaide for Father’s Day and discover some great Gift Ideas for Dads. A special day dedicated to honouring fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, an...
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Snowy Nights | Harbour Town Adelaide | Aug 2026
Free Family Winter Fun at Harbour Town Adelaide with Snowy Nights. Snowy Nights at Harbour Town Adelaide features magical snowfall to the Nike Lawn every Thursday throughout August...
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Celebrating 50 years of Rundle Mall | Adelaide | 1-6 Sep 2026
Adelaide is celebrating 50 years of Rundle Mall magic in 2026 with a week of free family fun in September. From Tuesday 1 – Sunday 6 September 2026, immerse yourself in the f...
National Science Week | South Australia | 15-23 Aug 2026
People of all ages, including kids, can celebrate National Science Week in South Australia with a fascinating range of interactive events, exhibitions, competitions. National Scien...
Roy Amer Reserve & Playground | Oakden | Review
Roy Amer Reserve & Playground in Oakden is a wetland oasis in the suburbs, with lakes, birdlife, and a small playground. Review by Claire Davill Tucked in suburban Oakden, ther...
Harry Wierda Reserve Playground | Oakden | Review
Harry Wierda Reserve Playground in Oakden features a toddler-sized playground, a separate playground for the bigger kids, and a gorgeous mural-filled shelter for picnics. Review by...
SA Card Collectors Show | Adelaide Showground | 18 Oct 2026
The SA Card Collectors Show is a local Adelaide event for all trading card enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in a world of rare and unique collectable cards ranging from sports to Pok...
Adelaide Pokémon Card Show | 5 Sep 2026
Pokémon collectors and fans can browse thousands of trading cards, meet fellow enthusiasts and hunt for rare finds at the Adelaide Pokémon Card Show. The Adelaide Pokémon Card Show...
A World That Grows – 2026 SALA Festival Exhibition | Carclew | 15 Aug 2026
A World That Grows – 2026 SALA Festival Exhibition Event. Celebrate the world of art at Carclew’s Exhibition Celebration Day – a public event, celebrating partici...
Little Library: New Children’s Library Opening at the State Library | 22 & 23 Aug 2026
Little Library is a brand-new, purpose-built children’s library opening at the State Library of South Australia in August 2026. Designed especially for children aged 0–11 yea...
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Marion Outdoor Pool | Outdoor Water Park & Waterslides | Review
Marion Outdoor Water Park with Pool and Waterslides Editors update 30 July 2026: Marion Outdoor Water Pool will be closed for the 2026/2027 season due to upgrades. READ MORE HERE T...
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Touch a Truck | Mitchell Park | 1 Oct 2026
The City of Marion’s Touch a Truck event is a FREE school holiday adventure that will be truckloads of fun! Ever wondered what it’s like to drive a digger? Or maybe you...
Lenox Avenue $1 Dumplings | Adelaide | Review
Few foods are as comforting as dumplings, especially on a cold winter’s night. Better still, you can enjoy these little pockets of flavour for just $1 each every Monday at one of A...
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2 Dimensional Life of Her – Puppetry & Visual Art Performance | Ashton | 6-8 Aug 2026
2 Dimensional Life of Her is an award-winning performance that brings together drawing, animation, puppetry and projection across a vast paper stage. Set within an artist’s studio,...
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Unity Park Playground | Campbelltown | Review
Unity Park Playground in Campbelltown is an old school accessible playground that’s fully fenced and fully shaded. Review by Claire Davill This quiet, suburban park in Campbe...
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Bentley Reserve | Holden Hill | Review
Bentley Reserve in Holden Hill has a fully fenced and shaded playground, plenty of tennis and basketball courts, and an excellent skate park. Review by Claire Davill Tucked away in...
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Civic Park Playground | Modbury | Review
Civic Park Playground in Modbury – separate sections for big and little kids, plenty of shade, and surrounded by cafes, a library and more. Review by Claire Davill The sprawl...
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Hudsons Circus | Adelaide | Aug 2026
Hudsons Circus is returning to South Australia with a family-friendly show featuring acrobatics, comedy and daredevil stunts under the big top. Hudsons Circus is touring Australia ...
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Mount Lofty Adventure Hub | Review
If your family loves excitement, adventure, and trying something new, Mount Lofty Adventure Hub is the perfect destination. Nestled within the beautiful Woodhouse Adventure Park at...
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Ghost Tree Gully | Black Hill Conservation Park | Review
Looking for a family walk where you’re guaranteed to see kangaroos? The Ghost Tree Gully walking trail in Black Hill Conservation Park is an easy, outdoor adventure that̵...
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Rices Creek Mini Golf & Cafe | Auburn | Review
Rices Creek Mini Golf is an awesome place to stop and play in the pretty town of Auburn in the Clare Valley. Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji Mini golf is such a fun activity to ...
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Karkoo Garden Centre & Cafe | Stirling | Review
Karkoo Nursery in Stirling has the perfect café for train lovers young and old, located at the historic Mount Lofty Railway Station. Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji Tucked away ...
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School Holidays at Martindale Hall | Clare | Review
Over the school holidays in the Clare Valley we escaped into a bygone era, searched for clues, solved mysteries and enjoyed exploring Martindale Hall with the Junior Detective prog...
