Top Things To Do in Adelaide for Families This Winter
Top Family Friendly things to do this Winter with Kids in Adelaide As we head into the cold winter months, having to survive chilly nights and rainy days with little ones can be a ...
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WIN Tickets to Me & My Shadow | Patch Theatre
WIN Tickets to Me & My Shadow, a magical Patch Theatre production coming to the Adelaide Festival Centre. Me & My Shadow is the magical story of making friends with your sh...
WIN a Family Pass to Monarto Safari Park | See the Elephants of Asia Visitor Precinct
The wait is over! Families can now visit the newly opened Elephants of Asia Visitor Precinct at Monarto Safari Park, providing the opportunity to step off the bus and experience t...
Exploring Blackwood’s Main Road | Review
Blackwood is home to one of Adelaide’s most underrated main streets, offering all the charm of an Adelaide Hills village without the long drive. Just ask the Hilltop Hoods who grew...
Adelaide Aquatic Centre | North Adelaide | Review
Adelaide Aquatic Centre in North Adelaide features waterslides, plenty of family-friendly pools, and all the swimming facilities you need. Review by Claire Davill The newly built A...
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Momoto | Burnside | Review
Momoto Burnside offers great Japanese food, conveyor-belt sushi and delicious soft serve! Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji This week we found ourselves exploring Burnside Village...
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Lights at Mawson – Free Fireworks, Fire Show & Light Trail | Review
Lights at Mawson – a free family-friendly lights trail with fireworks is the perfect excuse for a winter night out with the family! Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji Last ni...
Bonython Park Super Carnival | Adelaide | 4-13 Sep 2026
Bonython Park Super Carnival will feature amusement rides, daily circus shows and fireworks. Families attending the Bonython Park Super Carnival can enjoy classic sideshow games, a...
Strathalbyn Antiques and Vintage Fair | 15 & 16 Aug 2026
From stunning antiques and vintage bling to unique and quirky collectables, the Strathalbyn Antiques and Vintage Fair weekend also features a two day treasure market. One of the Fl...
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Marine Discovery Centre | School Holiday Workshop Review
School holiday fun with an under the sea theme at the Marine Discovery Centre. Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji I have been wanting to visit the Marine Discovery Centre with my k...
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Dirty Dancing in Concert | Adelaide | 27 Nov 2026
Dirty Dancing in Concert is a cinematic live-to-film concert event that brings the iconic love story back to the big screen, with a twist. Watch the digitally remastered film in fu...
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Sea of Light | Patch Theatre | Review
We stepped inside a magical world, under the sea and painted pictures with lights at Burnside Village! Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji If you are looking for an excuse to visit ...
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Gawler Show | 29 & 30 Aug 2026
The Gawler Show is the largest country Show in SA, attracting approx 30,000 people each year. It is a great family outing with many free displays, exhibitions and entertainment. Fo...
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Walk a Mile in My Boots | Hutt St Centre | 7 Aug 2026
Walk a Mile in My Boots – Lace up to help end homelessness in Adelaide. Walk a Mile in My Boots brings together thousands of South Australians to walk in solidarity alongside...
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WinterFest | Melba’s Chocolates | Angaston | 18 Jul 2026
WinterFest returns to Melba’s Chocolates at Angaston on Saturday 18 July 2026. Melba’s Chocolates is bringing back its popular WinterFest for a cosy day of family fun in the Baross...
Storytime Ballet: Cinderella | Adelaide | 7-10 Jan 2026
Fall under the spell of Cinderella, an interactive Storytime Ballet experience for children aged three years and older. A classic fairytale, Cinderella is a beautiful maiden, force...
The Whyalla Show | 15 & 16 Aug 2026
The Whyalla Show has been providing family fun since 1970. The annual Whyalla Show is a fantastic community event that many local groups of volunteers are proud to be involved with...
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We Live on a Boat by Dave Petzold | Book Review
We Live on a Boat by Dave Petzold is a charming picture book that gives children a glimpse into family life on the sea through a story of sailing, wildlife and adventure. Review by...
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Copper Coast Show | Kadina | 15 & 16 Aug 2026
The Copper Coast Show (formerly known as the Kadina Show) is an annual rural show to showcase local talents and businesses, as well as a fun day of activities for the whole family....
Port Lincoln Show | 9 Aug 2026
Get ready for a fantastic day of family fun, community spirit, and country tradition at the 2026 Port Lincoln Show. The Port Lincoln Show has been running for over a 110 years, ori...
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SA Variety Bash | Pivot to Pirie | 8-15 Aug 2026
The Variety SA Bash Is Back in 2026 – Catch the Colourful Convoy across South Australia! Each year, the Variety Bash features an entertaining convoy of creatively themed cars...
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SALA Festival | 1-31 Aug 2026
SALA is a state-wide annual showcase and celebration of South Australia’s living visual artists. Running for the entire month of August, it is the largest community-based open-acc...
The Lost Dice Board Game Café & Bar | Adelaide | Review
Swap screens for strategy at The Lost Dice, where more than 650 board games, tasty food and a quirky resident ghost make for a fun family outing. Plus, discover where else to eat ...
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Gawler NAIDOC Family Fun Day | 17 Jul 2026
Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 with a fun-filled day of free activities for the whole family at the Gawler NAIDOC Family Fun Day. Held at the Gawler Sport and Community Centre on Frida...
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A Night at the Ballet | Adelaide Symphony Orchestra | 24 & 25 Jul 2026
Join the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra for an evening celebrating the music of dance. Some of the most powerful orchestral music ever written was created for the dance stage. Enjoy s...
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Buy SA Week | Buy SA. For SA. | 1-9 Aug 2026
Buy SA Week is a celebration of all things local here in South Australia! When you buy South Australian produce, products and services, you’re supporting local people, our communit...
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The Crystal Brook Show | 8 Aug 2026
The 147th Crystal Brook Show will offer fun for the whole family. The Crystal Brook Show celebrates agricultural heritage with competitions, exhibitions, and entertainment and for ...
William Morris Winter Wonderland | Carrick Hill | Review
If you’re looking for a relaxed winter evening out, William Morris Winter Wonderland at Carrick Hill is a lovely experience. As darkness falls, the beautiful façade of histor...
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Do you want to be on Play School? | ABC Kids ‘Through The Windows’ Callout
Would your child like to be on Play School? ABC Kids ‘Through The Windows’ Callout is now open! ABC’s Play School is looking for video submissions featuring children fr...
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Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition Competition 2026
Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition Returns to Adelaide in 2026 Some of the most breathtaking images of the natural world are coming back to Adelaide, ...
CBCA Children’s Book Week | 22-28 Aug 2026
CBCA Children’s Book Week Theme for 2026 and Costume Ideas for Kids. Each year since 1945 the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has brought children and books...
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Kids Eat Free During School Holidays | July 2026
Looking for Kids Eat Free Deals or other discount meal offers during the school holidays in Adelaide? Eating out is a whole lot cheaper and more affordable if there’s a meal ...
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Fossicking in Mount Crawford & Jupiter Creek | Adelaide Hills
Fossicking family fun in Mount Crawford and Jupiter Creek – hunt for gold, gemstones, or crystals right near Adelaide. Article by Claire Davill South Australia experienced so...
