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WIN Tickets to Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre for their opening show on Friday 20 June 2025!
Disney On Ice returns with the magical adventures of your favourite Disney stars brought to life like never before. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for an […]

[ November 20, 2025; ]
Wicked: For Good.  Wicked Movie – Part 2 will be in cinemas this November.
After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked made its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event in November 2024.  Now the release date of the second two-part feature […]

[ June 7, 2025 to June 9, 2025. ]   
Festival Plaza is set to transform into a wonderland of nature play with The Wild Weekend — a free and immersive outdoor experience created by the award-winning team at Climbing Tree Creations.
From Saturday 7 to Monday 9 June (10am–3pm), kids aged 2 to 12 are invited to unleash their imagination and adventurous spirit in a […]

[ June 1, 2025; ]         
Join in a day of inflatable fun on Sunday 1 June from 11am to 3pm, at the Salisbury Community Fun Day. From soft play for the little ones to pedal karts and inflatables, there will be something for everyone available at this FREE family fun event.
The kids will be entertained all day […]

[ May 18, 2025; ]
Barossa United Football Club, along with Barossa Council and Football South Australia are excited to announce the grand opening of their new facilities.
The FSA have organised some elite football entertainment with Adelaide United and Adelaide City FC kicking off their Round 10 RAA NPL fixtures at Barossa United Stadium on Saturday 18 May 2025.  These […]

[ June 7, 2025 to June 9, 2025. ]
What To Do & Where To Go in Adelaide over the June Long Weekend
The King’s Birthday public holiday on the second Monday in June gives families a much needed mid-year long weekend.  As always there is plenty to do around Adelaide with events, activities and lots of places open for visitors all over South Australia. […]

[ June 6, 2025 to June 8, 2025. ]
Join Victoria Park Social Club on the June long weekend to celebrate all that is Italian.
Enjoy a Carnivale atmosphere from Friday through to Sunday at Victoria Park with live music, fire pits and an outdoor heated marquee.  The Carnivale menu will include pizza, pasta and live cooked porchetta, plus drinks specials. 

Victoria Park Social Club is […]

[ June 14, 2025; ]
The 10th annual Hills Winter Lantern Festival will take place in June at Echunga Community Park. 
The highlight of this free annual community winter event is the beautiful dusk lantern parade featuring artful lantern sculptures created by local community members and schools, followed by a beautiful firey finale.   The lantern workshops start in April to prepare […]

The Klemzig Recreation Reserve Playground is a huge, sprawling playground with equipment for all ages. There’s plenty to climb, slide and ride on, and every section of the playground is fully shaded.
Review by Claire Davill
For kids who love to climb, there are plenty of climbing nets, including hoops and a suspended tunnel, as well as […]

[ June 9, 2025; ]
Coastal Sounds returns to Adelaide’s coast on the June long weekend.
Coastal Sounds is back for 2025.  Now in its fifth year, Coastal Sounds is a free, fun-filled family event which transforms 11 beachfront locations, from West Beach to Semaphore, into a vibrant coastal trail of live music, dance workshops and art experiences.

Go along with family, […]

[ June 7, 2025 to June 8, 2025. ]
The Melrose Community invites you to Melrose for two days of mountain biking, food, music and family-friendly fun over the June long weekend at the Melrose Fat Tyre Festival.
The Melrose Fat Tyre Festival is all about bringing the family to the gateway of the Flinders Ranges for the June long weekend for food, music, entertainment, […]

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Based on the classic children’s book by Alison Lester, Imagine LIVE is a feast for the eyes and ears that children and grownups alike will adore.
By Lisa Bachmayer
This enchanting interactive musical is a celebration of imagination, combining live music, song and sound effects with audience interaction, puppetry and technology to bring its captivated audience on […]

[ June 29, 2025; ]
The Victor Harbor Science Fair, presented by the Science Collective, aims to delight and engage with all ages and is part of the amazing range of events at the Winter Whale Fest.
Victor Harbor Science Fair features captivating science shows, robotics, astronomy, and engaging hands-on activities for primary school aged children.  Held on Sunday 29 June […]

BIG Family Weekend | Dream Big Children’s Festival 2025 | Review
A fantastic collection of free activities that inspire kids to create, think and perform with their families, all located at Adelaide Festival Plaza on May 10 and 11, 2025.
Review by Claire Davill

Dream Big Children’s Festival turns 50 this year, and the activities on offer for […]

She’s been gracing television screens for 21 years and now everyone’s favourite, muddy puddle-loving pig is back, delighting tiny audience members with the new stage show, Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out LIVE.
Review by Lisa Bachmayer
This delightful introduction to live theatre sees Peppa, her family and friends bring their audience along on a big adventure, visiting […]

The Teddy Bears Picnic train ride is a fun and inclusive family day out hosted by the SteamRanger Heritage Railway departing from Mount Barker. 
Review by Adaire Prosser
If you are planning your next day out with the family, consider booking a trip on the SteamRanger Heritage Railway. The Teddy Bears Picnic event is a return trip […]

[ June 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. ]
Victor Harbor’s Winter WhaleFest is a month-long festival celebrating the arrival of the Southern Right Whales on the Fleurieu Peninsula, and an opportunity to share the passion the Victor Harbor and Fleurieu community has for the protection and preservation of their coastal landscapes and marine environment. 
The Victor Harbor Winter WhaleFest program features thoughtfully curated events for […]

[ May 17, 2025; ]
A brand new South Australian LEGO® Certified Store to Open in Adelaide’s North East.
Opening in May 2025, the new store will be home to an extensive (and awesome) range of LEGO sets, including new and exclusive sets, plus the store will offer a brick-tastic shopping experience for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages.

Located on Level 2 […]

[ June 5, 2025; ]
World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment.
World Environment Day is the biggest international day for the environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and held annually since 1973, it has grown to be the largest global platform for environmental outreach. It […]

Skip the boring workouts and join a dance fitness class (or three) that’ll have you smiling as you sweat.
Review by Carla Caruso
I was never a dance kid. My parents clearly weren’t too keen on spending half their week chauffeuring me to dance classes.
So, school netball was my only claim to movement. But I’ve always felt […]

[ June 28, 2025; ]
Rocket Man: Elton John Orchestrated featuring the timeless hits from one of music’s most respected artists will return to Adelaide in June. 
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable night with the return of Rocket Man: Elton John Orchestrated, back by popular demand following an incredible debut.

Set at Her Majesty’s Theatre, this spectacular event unites the powerful sounds […]

[ May 17, 2025 to May 18, 2025. ]
B&B Highway Sessions at Penfolds Magill Estate
PlantingSeeds, Australian biodiversity non-profit, will be hosting two upcoming educational community events in Adelaide in May. Both events are free to the public and are set to be held at Penfolds Magill Estate.  During the sessions they’ll be planting native pollinator friendly plants, and building native blue-banded bee friendly […]

[ September 20, 2025; ]
Dirty Dancing in Concert returns to Adelaide in September 2025, offering a classic film-to-concert experience.
Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film like never before on a full-sized cinema screen with a live band and singers performing the iconic songs. With a soundtrack that marked a generation, Dirty Dancing in Concert promises to bring an enchanting and unique […]

[ July 5, 2025 to July 6, 2025. ]
AVCon is bringing the best of anime, gaming, cosplay, art and more to Adelaide Showground in July.
This locally produced, all-ages event is a must for fans of gaming, anime, tabletop, cosplay, and everything in between — whether you’re a seasoned con-goer or totally new to the scene, there’s something here for everyone. Kids under 12 […]

[ May 8, 2025 to May 10, 2025. ]
Adelaide Arcade will be bursting with magic this May as it celebrates the arrival of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast The Musical with a captivating themed activation in the heart of the city.
To mark the show’s Adelaide debut on Thursday 8 May 2025, the Arcade’s iconic fountain at the Rundle Mall entrance will be flower […]

WIN a Family Pass to Adelaide Gaol on History Day.
On Sunday 18 May, as part of South Australia’s History Festival, tickets to historic Adelaide Gaol are half price and there’s extra for all the family to learn and enjoy.
Adelaide Gaol is one of South Australia’s oldest buildings, full of fascinating tales and even a few […]

[ May 19, 2025 to May 25, 2025. ]
National Volunteer Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering and highlights the important role of volunteers in our community.
National Volunteer Week 2025 will celebrate the power of volunteering to bring people together with the theme ‘Connecting Communities’.  Volunteering creates lasting relationships that enrich lives and strengthen communities. Join in as they explore how giving […]

[ May 21, 2025; ]
WOW Day – Wear Orange Wednesday – is a national day of recognition to say ‘thank you’ to all SES volunteers across Australia.
This year, WOW Day will be celebrated on Wednesday 21 May 2025 from 12pm – 3pm. WOW Day celebrations will be held across Australia and all workplaces and organisations are encouraged to host […]

[ May 10, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
IMAGINE LIVE – Based on the book ‘Imagine’ by Alison Lester
IMAGINE LIVE invites you on a journey of creativity, friendship, and the wonders of our natural world.

Performers breathe life into the pages of Alison Lester’s beloved book, revealing hidden depths and unexpected adventures.

From spotting leopards to diving with dolphins, every moment is a discovery. This […]

[ May 10, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
String Symphony is the story of Leor, a giant marionette made of over one kilometre of woven rope, waiting to be brought to life by DreamBIG’s audience.
Follow Leor as he explores his place in the world.

Up to 30 young people will have the opportunity to puppet Leor each performance. Spare Parts Puppeteers recommend children aged […]

[ May 27, 2025 to June 3, 2025. ]
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
The dates for NRW remain the same each year – 27 May to 3 June.

These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation […]