Play & Go Adelaide

Craig Silvey’s beloved best-selling novel ‘Runt’ leaps onto the big screen in a charming new Australian family movie this September.
Runt is the heartfelt and hilarious tale of eleven-year-old Annie Shearer and her best friend Runt, an adopted stray dog with remarkable abilities. In a bid to save their family farm, the two aspire to compete […]

[ October 2, 2024 to October 5, 2024. October 9, 2024 to October 12, 2024. ]    
Free School Holiday Fun at Churchill Centre – Wilbur’s Wildlife
Take your little Wildlife Warrior(s) to Churchill Centre these school holidays and get up close and personal to some very special native animals at Wilbur’s Wildlife display! School Holiday at Churchill Centre 

No booking required, queuing system/first in, first served basis when event area reaches capacity.

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[ September 28, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]    
$7 Movie Holiday Deal at the Capri!
Kids can see HAROLD & THE PURPLE CRAYON, TRANSFORMERS ONE, THE WILD ROBOT and BOOKWORM at the Capri over the School Holidays for only $7 a ticket! Adults are $11 and a family of 4 is $35! You also get $1 off popcorn!!
Go on a Wednesday or Thursday and […]

The town of Paringa, near Renmark is now home to its own Nature Play Area, located in the median strip of the town centre.
Paringa Town Nature Play Area is suitable for children under 12 and the fully fenced play space has been designed with enhanced accessibility features and inclusive amenities.
Children will be delighted with […]

[ October 20, 2024; ]
In 2024, more than 1500 historic vehicles will make the journey from Barratt Reserve in West Beach to the National Motor Museum in Birdwood in the Adelaide Hills.
The iconic Bay to Birdwood is one of the world’s great historic motoring events and has been a standout fixture on the South Australian events calendar since 1980.
Held […]

[ October 26, 2024; ]
Family friendly day out at the Loxton Historical Village Alive and Garden Day.
The Village, situated on the shaded banks of the mighty Murray River, was established in 1970 and it’s aim has been to preserve memorabilia, paper based records, photographs, books, artefacts, machinery and buildings as well as other elements of the district’s history.

The Village […]

[ January 23, 2025; ]  
Operation Ouch Live on Stage: Jurassic Fart is coming to Adelaide on 23 January 2025.
 TV’s favourite doctors return to Australia this January with a gigantic brand-new show! Following four sell-out Australian tours and two smash hit seasons in London’s West End, Dr Chris and Dr Xand are back with the epic “Quest for the Jurassic […]

[ September 30, 2024 to October 2, 2024. October 9, 2024; ]
Get ready to ignite your passion for the performing arts! On Stage returns this October with two dynamic programs tailored to inspire and engage young people in different areas of the arts.
3-Day Contemporary Dance Masterclass with Australian Dance Theatre
 30 September – 2 October 2024 | Odeon Theatre

Perfect your dance moves and glow up your skills […]

[ September 7, 2024 to September 8, 2024. ]
Plan a visit to The Big Rocking Horse in Gumeracha to show your support for a small, local  family business.
The Big Rocking Horse in the Adelaide Hills is home to the biggest rocking horse in the world!  It is also a 7-acre animal park with a mini golf course, wooden toy factory, picnic areas, gift […]

[ October 9, 2024 to October 11, 2024. ]      
The popular NumberWorks’n Words Holiday Program is back these October school holidays and places are filling up!
The school holiday programs are the perfect opportunity to help your child build confidence in maths and English whilst having fun! The programs include daily intensive lessons with students, enabling students to build rapidly on the previous […]

[ October 12, 2024; ]
Join in for a fun filled Oktoberfest celebration in Hahndorf during the October school holidays.
Enjoy the 2024 Hahndorf Oktoberfest this year in the heart of South Australia’s German town. Enjoy great music, food, culture and beer with family and friends at Alec Johnston Park.  

This family friendly event on Saturday 12 October will feature authentic […]

[ October 6, 2024; ]
Enjoy Paella In The Park on the October long weekend in Adelaide.
The Victoria Park Social Club presents Paella in the Park featuring Tapas, Paella, Spanish pizza, Sangria and Churros.  Kids options will be available and DJ’s will be playing tunes all afternoon.  There is lots of room for kids to play outside and run around […]

[ October 20, 2024; ]
Coastal Conservation Group’s action-packed Open Day at Wara Wayingga Tennyson Dunes.
This important coastal ecosystem spans over 22 hectares and contains over 50 indigenous plant species. It also provides critical habitat for native fauna, invertebrates, native birds and reptiles.  The Dunes are a unique reminder of what the coastline looked like before European settlement.

Visitors are encouraged […]

[ September 28, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Discover FREE activities for kids during the school holidays at the Australian Space Discovery Centre in Adelaide.
Launch into School Holidays at the Australian Space Discovery Centre this September and October! As well as free entry from 10am to 5pm every day from 28 September to 13 October, they have daily activities to inspire budding space explorers […]

Tee it up these school holidays at X-Golf Marion and West Lakes!
X-Golf Marion and West Lakes are your one-stop place for entertainment, golfing fun and delicious food, all under cover these October holidays.
Conveniently located South or West of the city, with ample parking, and close to Westfield shopping centres, it’s easy to build a whole […]

[ November 24, 2024; ]
Sprinkle joy on 24 November for Fairy Bread Day! Proudly supporting The Pyjama Foundation, brought to you by Dollar Sweets.
Celebrate National Fairy Bread Day with Melbourne-based confectionery manufacturer, Dollar Sweets, and their charity partner, The Pyjama Foundation. Get ready to relive those joyful yet chaotic childhood memories while adding a splash of colour and meaning […]

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Adelaide 36ers – NBL25 Basketball Home Games in 2024
Gear up to enjoy the rush of NBL25 with the Adelaide 36ers and experience the energy of home games at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Catch all the action and unforgettable moments, live, and support your favourite team as they defend Brett Maher Court. Take your friends and family […]

New Release September 2024 – Bluey Dollarbucks.
Enter the Ballot for Royal Australian Mint issued Bluey-themed Dollarbucks Coins.
The Royal Australian Mint unveiled the first Bluey commemorative coin collection in June 2024 – for real life!  Everyone’s favourite blue heeler, Bluey, now features on her very own set of Dollarbuck coins.  The first collection to hit the […]

[ October 5, 2024; ]
100th Melrose Show – ‘Picnic Show of the North’.
The Mt. Remarkable Agricultural Society Inc’s annual Melrose Show is on the Saturday of the October long weekend.  
Held at Dorrington Park, approx. 1km north of Melrose, the show is a fun day out for the entire family with entertainment such as side show alley, horses in […]

[ August 31, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ] [caption id="attachment_197929" align="alignnone" width="630"] Nest of Silk by Oliver Lacey[/caption]
The Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition is on at the South Australian Museum from Saturday 31 August until 3 November 2024.
Currently in its 21st year, the competition celebrates the natural heritage of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea through photography.
See nature […]

[ September 8, 2024; ]
Bounce in to celebrate the beautiful bilbies at Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park, and collect a free Melba’s Chocolate Bilby*.
National Bilby day is the second Sunday in September.  Every visit to Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park contributes to the vital breeding program working to save this adorable species, with over 90 bilbies so […]

[ October 3, 2024; ]
Touch a Truck 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’re curious about the secrets hidden inside a police car? The answers are just a touch away!

Get behind the wheel, touch the controls, and meet the staff from organisations that […]

[ September 1, 2024; September 8, 2024; September 15, 2024; September 22, 2024; ]
Hostplus SANFL League 2024 Finals at Adelaide Oval.
Feel the Finals this year at Adelaide Oval with festival vibes, live entertainment and of course – all the footy action on field too!  Get behind your team throughout the finals series and see them rise into the Hostplus SANFL League Grand Final.

The first round of finals on […]

[ September 7, 2024; ]
From Seoul to Adelaide, the Plus 82 Group is bringing the vibes of the bustling and lively Hongdae Street to Adelaide with a Korean Street Party.
Hosted by the Plus 82 Group, who are Korean Food pioneers in Adelaide with restaurants such as Plus 82 Pocha and Plus 82 Gogi, in collaboration with the City of […]

[ September 21, 2024; ]
Witness and experience Adelaide’s free family-friendly fire festival – Empyre Fire Festival 2024.
Empyre returns for a fourth year with the biggest fire show in Australia, featuring talent from across the country. An incredible immersive experience of sound, light, and the raw energy of fire. Expect to see incredible fire shows, fire installations, kids entertainment, and […]

[ October 1, 2024 to October 4, 2024. October 7, 2024 to October 11, 2024. ]
Woodhouse Adventure Park’s School Holidays UNPLUGGED kids only ‘drop & go’ day camps offer thoughtfully programmed adventures specifically designed with age-appropriate activities guaranteed to keep primary school kids aged 5 to 12 screen-free, active and entertained for the whole day… just 10 minutes up the South Eastern freeway on a magnificent 54-hectare nature wonderland at […]

[ October 1, 2024 to October 4, 2024. October 8, 2024 to October 11, 2024. ]
Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures Spring School Holiday Programs
Looking to create unforgettable memories for your kids this school holiday? Wilderness Escape offers an exciting blend of adventure and education, with over 33 years of experience organizing educational outdoor activities for children aged 5 to 17.
As South Australia’s premier outdoor education provider, Wilderness Escape prioritises safety and […]

[ September 22, 2024; ]
SuperCycle Sunday Family Friendly Cycling Event in Adelaide
Join a free family event that invites you to immerse yourself in the world of cycling. Celebrating World Car-Free day, take the whole family for a day of exploration and fun in beautiful Whitmore Square / Iparrityi.
Suitable for all ages, discover the latest bike models and gear up […]

[ October 25, 2024; ]
Adelaide Zoo’s freaky family event ‘Boo at the Zoo’ is back this Halloween!
Calling all ghosts, ghouls and gremlins! Book your Boo at the Zoo adventure for a frightfully-fun night of entertainment.  Dress up in bewitching costumes and stop for a snap at the spooky decorations littered throughout the zoo.  Fill up your treat bag along […]

[ October 26, 2024 to October 27, 2024. ]
Experience South Australia’s finest seafood with the return of the Sea to Shore Glenelg Seafood Festival in October.
South Australia’s favourite seafood festival in Glenelg, Sea to Shore is back for 2024. For the first time, the event will take place over a whole weekend on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 October.

Glenelg’s foreshore will become a […]