Top Places for Water Fun this Summer in Adelaide
As the temperature soars in South Australia, it’s a relief to know Adelaide has plenty of cool spots to beat the heat. So when it’s time to splash around simply slather on th...
As the temperature soars in South Australia, it’s a relief to know Adelaide has plenty of cool spots to beat the heat. So when it’s time to splash around simply slather on th...
We are spoilt for choice in Adelaide with many pram-friendly paths and trails in our beautiful parks, riversides and nature reserves. A simple way to get out of the house without...
The BEST activities and places to visit with teens & tweens in Adelaide When the school holidays roll around or there’s a free weekend ahead and you need to get the older...
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WIN tickets to one of three classic Showmen Production shows at this year’s Adelaide Fringe: Circus – The Show, The Greatest Magic Show and KABOOM! Showmen Productions ...
LIV Golf returns to Adelaide in February with world-class golf, live music, great food and a dedicated Kids Zone for family fun. Australia’s premier golf event returns to The Grang...
Get ready for two huge days of free, family-friendly fun as the Salisbury Fringe Carnival returns to Carisbrooke Park on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 February 2026. Running across Fri...
Grange Baptist Church will be running monthly activities for primary school aged children with their Monday Funday events. Monday Funday runs once per month and is a FREE after-sc...
Windmill’s Mama Does Derby makes its world premiere at the 2026 Adelaide Festival. A hilarious and heartfelt mother-daughter tale smashes up against the exhilarating, rough a...
Every year in March, the Adelaide Festival draws a community of the very best artists from across the globe and across Australia to create a bold arts festival of theatre, dance, m...
Clean Up Australia Day returns on Sunday 1 March 2026, and individuals, families, schools, and community groups across the country are invited to register and be part of Australia’...
Fringe Vibes on Hutt Street – a pocket party of performance, colour and community! Fringe Vibes on Hutt Street is a FREE, family-friendly Fringe celebration in the heart of A...
Melba’s Chocolates’ Angaston Dessert Bar & Lolly Shop is launching its first-ever Family Friendly Friday Night, welcoming families to unwind and enjoy a relaxed evening in the ...
From European to Asian, we’ve explored some of Adelaide’s international grocery stores for a taste of the world, no passport required. Review by Carla Caruso Maybe I’m showing my a...
Heritage on Sunday – Family Friendly Events at the Tea Tree Gully Heritage Museum. Managed and maintained by the Tea Tree Gully Branch of the National Trust of South Australi...
Music and Markets returns to the City of West Torrens Summer Festival on Saturday 7 February 2026. Hosted in conjunction with the Youth Advisory Committee, this event is aimed at y...
Showtime’s The Michael Jackson HIStory Show is returning to Australia in 2026 to commemorate 30 years since Michael Jackson’s final, ground-breaking world tour: HISTORY. Celebrate ...
International netball returns to Adelaide as the Origin Australian Diamonds take on the Jamaican Sunshine Girls in a long-awaited showdown. The Origin Australian Diamonds will take...
Celebrate the official opening of the redeveloped St Morris Reserve. The Norwood, Payneham and St Peters Council invite the community to go along and explore the new St Morris Rese...
Check out the fabulous shows at Woodville Town Hall Fringe Hub in 2026. If you’re planning a Fringe outing with kids in tow, Woodville Town Hall deserves a spot on your list. Just ...
Feel the power of Japan’s national sport up close! With dazzling visuals and immersive sound, experience sumo like never before as former pro wrestlers take the stage. Laugh and le...
Brisbane is a fantastic destination for families to visit and somewhere that can be enjoyed no matter your budget! Review by Angelica-Hazel Toutounji Brisbane, the capital city of ...
Singapore is a popular stopover for international travel from Australia, but have you ever considered a family holiday there? It’s safe, easy to get around, and packed with family-...
Best of Kids – 5 Star family fun at the Fringe, all in one fabulous variety show! ‘Best of Kids Fringe’; the original and best variety show for kids and families...
Grossed Out Game Show – the ultimate slimy GAMESHOW at Adelaide Fringe 2026. Grossed Out Game Show is a live and interactive game show where two celebrity team captains will ...
Fresh off her second ARIA Award win, Emma Memma is heading around Australia with a brand-new 40‑date national tour for her upcoming album Jungle Picnic! Get ready for joyful moveme...
Don’t miss the Dart and Nerf Blaster Arena at the Adelaide Fringe in 2026! Located in the heart of the GLUTTONY site just past the creek. It’s lots of interactive fun f...
Saksham Magical Madness is coming to Adelaide Fringe 2026. Saksham is one of the fastest-rising stars in the magic world, with over 6 million YouTube subscribers and millions of vi...
Gather, Dance & Explore at Whitmore – your favourite FREE Fringe family dance party is back on 14 March 2026! Get ready to bust a move to the tunes of DJ Bandit, experien...
Roll up! Roll up! Prepare to enter a world of whimsy, wonder, and amazement where your imagination will soar like never before, in this completely re-imagined family circus spectac...
Bubba-Licious is the perfect live show for babies and toddlers, coming to the Adelaide Fringe in 2026! A sensory display of colour, sound, light and movement to spark joy and ignit...
The multi-award-winning, sell-out smash hit ‘The Greatest Magic Show’ is returning to Gluttony for its seventh magical year, with more whimsical wonders that the whole ...
The maddest of mad scientists, Magnus Danger Magnus, is back for Adelaide Fringe 2026 – with more science chaos in KABOOM! Following nation-wide sell out seasons at arts fest...
St Morris Reserve Upgrade – a redevelopment that ticks all the boxes, fully fenced, shaded, toilets, and equipment for big and little kids. Review by Claire Davill St Morris ...
U Cool is the ultimate spot for bubble tea and waffle inspired desserts. Not only do they offer a delicious range, their shop is eye catching, fun and even has a small games corner...