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Dunstan Adventure Playground There’s usually a major drawcard at a playground kids keep asking to return to, and at this one it’s pretty obvious…. The Biggest Playground Slide The first thing you notice at the Dunstan Adventure Playground is the super-sized slide. Better suited to older children this downhill racing strip is not for the faint hearted. It’s […]
[ October 19, 2019; ] Moon Lantern Parade | OzAsia Festival Moon Lantern Parade is back in 2019 and will showcase hundreds of hand-held lamps and over 50 giant lanterns including the stunning 40 metre Hong Kong Dragon, all set to a live music performance by Australian-Chinese music collective Emissary of Tang. Make sure to take a picnic rug and arrive early […]
[ October 17, 2019 to November 3, 2019. ] Lucky Dumpling Market | OzAsia Festival Enjoy a delightful array of dishes, flavours and cuisines, and eat your way around Asia with an extensive menu of BBQs, curries, stir fries, noodles, and of course, dumplings. Plus, a variety of enticing desserts, Vietnamese iced coffee, bubble tea, Japanese sake, beer and great South Australian wines will ensure there […]
[ January 1, 2020; ] Little Women | In Cinemas 1 January 2020 Writer-director Greta Gerwig (Lady Bird) has crafted a Little Women that draws on both the classic novel and the writings of Louisa May Alcott, and unfolds as the author’s alter ego, Jo March, reflects back and forth on her fictional life. In Gerwig’s take, the beloved story of the […]
[ August 25, 2019; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] SALA Sunday on Goody This is a free family event to celebrate SALA in the Heart of Goodwood. Goodwood Road is hosting a FREE family event on Gilbert Street to celebrate the South Australian Living Arts Festival (SALA). There will be art displayed, along with plenty of food and wine, kids workshops, facepainting and goody bags. Activities: Food and […]
[ August 25, 2019; 10:00 am; ] Port Noarlunga Beach Clean | Sea Shepherd Celebrate Marine Park of the Month by taking part in this FREE Sea Shepherd Marine Debris Campaign event at Port Noarlunga. This time there will be some amazing guests along with a first ever fun run. Learn more about what a Marine Park is, about plastic pollution and help the […]
[ November 9, 2019; 9:30 am; ] Adelaide 2019 National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant This year’s National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant sees a change to the Christmas Pageant route. Father Christmas will be delivered to the people of South Australia, through the streets of Adelaide and welcomed at the Adelaide Town Hall. After Father Christmas has his float moved from the area, the public will be […]
[ October 26, 2019; 6:00 pm; ] Neo Deadly Halloween for Teens Neo is a free event for teens ages 13-17. Transform yourself this Neo and explore Tarnanthi through the lens of Guest Curator Elizabeth Close. Go dressed up in the spooky spirit of Halloween, be altered by special effects makeup and build a monstrous recycled costume.
[ August 18, 2019; September 22, 2019; October 20, 2019; November 16, 2019; December 1, 2019; February 9, 2020; March 22, 2020; April 13, 2020; ] The One & All Tall Ship Open Days Go on board to see South Australia’s greatest sailing asset – The One & All. Walk the decks, be at the ship’s helm, venture into the galley and the saloon. This handcrafted ship tells the stories of yesteryear of how sail transport and life on board was like. The […]
[ September 1, 2019; ] Father’s Day at Pirate Life Brewing Welcome the return of Spring at Pirate Life Brewing with a Sunday Session all about the Dads of Adelaide. There will be beer, pig on the spit and great tunes to enjoy.
Tickets are available for a sausage making class and beer education sessions. Gift packs will also be available, plus […]
[ September 1, 2019; ] Barristers Block Pinot & Pies – Father’s Day 2019 Take Dad along on Father’s Day for a Pinot & Pies session at Barristers Block in Woodside.
Situated in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, only 30 minutes from Adelaide, their cellar door is open 7 days a week where you can drop in for a tasting and grazing platter […]
[ September 1, 2019; ] Glen Ewin Estate welcomes you to their 2019 Father’s Day event – BBQ, Beats & Beers This event, hosted by Glen Ewin Estate in the Adelaide Hills, is created for Dad’s and their families to relax on their beautiful grounds, enjoy beats, cold beers, cider and a selection of BBQ specials created especially for this event.
Father’s Day Top Gun Movie Screening A special screening of 1986’s highest grossing film – Top Gun – will be shown on Father’s Day, Sunday 1 September 2019 at selected Greater Union cinemas. The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School is where the best of the best train to refine their elite flying skills. When hotshot fighter pilot […]
[ September 1, 2019; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Father’s Day Whiskey Blending Session hosted by NOLA Adelaide Spoil the whiskey loving Dad or Grandfather in your family and treat him to an intimate blending session this Father’s Day. A unique opportunity at Nola Adelaide to delve into the fascinating world of bourbon whiskey.
Start the day with an intimate master class held by The Exchange […]
See South Australia’s Ethel Shipwreck Fully Exposed Now is the time to visit Innes National Park to see the Ethel Shipwreck fully exposed. Unlike other South Australian historic shipwrecks, the Ethel Shipwreck is unusual due to it being on land rather than under water. Recently, the Ethel has become fully exposed again and can be seen without […]
[ September 1, 2019; ] Father’s Day ideas to show Dad how much you care. With Father’s Day just around the corner (Sunday 1 September – mark your diary!) you may be wondering what to do to make Father’s Day special for the special man or men in your life. The team at Play & Go have some great ideas for […]
[ September 1, 2019; September 8, 2019; ] Pop Up Farmers’ Market at Goodwood Orphanage Park Enjoy a relaxed morning of food and fun at the pop up Farmers’ Market in Millswood’s beloved Orphanage Park this Father’s Day. The Farmers’ Market is usually located at The Showground, but during The Royal Adelaide Show they are normally closed for two weeks. These pop up markets on […]
[ August 31, 2019; 5:00 pm; ] Star Gazing at Mylor Oval – Adelaide Hills Science Hub After a sold out session in March, the Adelaide Hills Science Hub are once again travelling from the moon to the edge of the universe.
Rug up, take along a picnic rug, watch the sunset and view the night sky through powerful computerised telescopes.
The Adelaide Hills has long been known for its beautiful landscapes, cellar doors and family fun, but did you know it’s also home to the giant donut? by Katrina Gogel The Lobethal Bakery has become famous in Adelaide for this gigantic treat. They’ve been producing giant chocolate sprinkle donuts for nearly twelve months now, and due to its […]
[ July 15, 2019 to August 30, 2019. ] National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant Mini Film Competition This year for the first time, the National Pharmacies Christmas pageant is giving children the opportunity to win ‘A World Full of Wonder’ experience by entering the 2019 Mini Film Competition. The National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is calling on the creativity of children aged 6 – 12 years old to […]
[ August 23, 2019; ] FruChocs Appreciation Day 2019 Calling all FruChocaholics and sweet tooths alike! Celebrate FruChocs Appreciation Day on Friday 23 August in Rundle Mall. From 10am in Gawler Place there will be free activities including face painters, music, the FruChoc photobooth, the unveiling of their new 3D Trick Eye Art, the NOVA Casanova’s and so much more. Fan favourite Mr […]
[ September 29, 2019; ] Andy’s Amazing Adventures Andy Day is fascinated by all creatures – little and large, existing or extinct. And now, visiting theatres across Australia during the September and October school holidays, he is on a mission to thrill and entertain in a brand-new live adventure. BAFTA-nominated presenter Andy Day is on his way down under. For the first […]
[ August 17, 2019; 9:00 am; ] FREE Hot Chocolate Day at Steven ter Horst Chocolatier Hyde Park Steven ter Horst Chocolatier will be hosting a special free hot chocolate day to celebrate the opening of his newest store at Hyde Park. Enjoy a delicious complimentary hot chocolate of any flavour (1 hot chocolate per customer).
[ September 1, 2019; ] Father’s Day Sail aboard the STV One & All Tall Ship Treat Dad to the first sail of the season. Step on board the STV One And All and take the opportunity to have the same experience as thousands of sailors across the ages. Get involved in setting the sails, helm at the wheel with the […]
[ December 7, 2019; 6:00 pm; ] The Little Mermaid in Concert Live to Film Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Disney’s classic 1989 animation, The Little Mermaid in concert, live to film with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra Showcasing the Academy Award winning original score by Alan Menken and featuring the beloved characters of Ariel, Flounder, Sebastian, King Triton and Ursula on the big screen, […]
[ September 21, 2019 to September 22, 2019. September 28, 2019 to September 29, 2019. ] Stella Creek Cherry Blossom Festival Each year for two weeks in Spring, the Stella Creek Orchards come alive with cherry blossom. To walk under the canopy of over 2 million white blossoms is a truly magical experience and one that they would like to share with everyone.
For the first time in September 2019, Stella Creek will […]
We’ve recently stumbled across an old gem – Pine Reserve Playground in Aberfoyle Park by Brooke Hendry Have you ever lived in an area for years and not realised that you had an absolute treasure of a playground literally around the corner? This is what has happened to us. How did we not know about Pine Reserve Playground […]
[ October 18, 2019 to October 20, 2019. ] Techno Circus by SIRO-A | OzAsia Festival 2019 SIRO-A are renowned for their spectacularly fun performances that combine special effects, mime, dance, puppetry, comedy and high-energy music in a mind-blowing visual feast for the whole family. Described as ‘Japan’s answer to the Blue Man Group’, SIRO-A create dazzling synchronised vignettes with the latest video-mapping technology, light animation, […]
[ August 18, 2019; ] Carnival Day @ Woodville Enjoy Carnival Day @ Woodville where the Eagles take on the Adelaide Crows in Round 17 in the SANFL Statewide Super League at Maughan Thiem Kia Oval. This will be a perfect day for families with a huge range of free activities including a free jumping castle, face painting and a huge kids […]
[ August 25, 2019; ] Dunluce Castle History Tour & Devonshire Tea Booking a Tour at the historical Dunluce Castle contributes to the preservation of a Historically Listed Building and helps to keep its stories alive. These tours and other events are being held at Dunluce to bring in revenue for all the expensive preservation projects. With the help of the community, […]
[ August 17, 2019; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Mortal Kombat Extras Casting Call Heesom Casting are opening their doors to any and all Adelaide residents who wish to appear as extras in the major blockbuster feature film, Mortal Kombat. Meet the Australian casting directors on Saturday 17 August 2019 from 9am – 2pm at Heesom Casting at Adelaide Studios. There are hundreds of roles available for […]
[ October 12, 2019; ] Tea With a Princess at Auchendarroch Castle Have you wondered what it would be like to visit a historic castle and have Royal Tea with your favourite Fairytale Princess? Be a guest at the Once Upon A Princess event, ‘Tea With A Princess’ at the heritage listed Auchendarroch House, inviting all Princesses and Princes to attend. Built […]
[ September 1, 2019; ] This Father’s Day, you can take Dad to Adelaide Zoo for FREE!* To celebrate Father’s Day, Dads can go FREE* to the Adelaide Zoo on Sunday, 1 September 2019 It’s a fantastic way to celebrate Dad’s special day. Bring your own lunch or book a gourmet lunch at the Fig Tree Centre. This Father’s Day they’re going all […]
[ September 1, 2019; ] Father’s Day at Monarto Zoo Make Dad feel like the King of the jungle this Father’s Day, with a FREE* visit to Monarto Zoo! The ultimate destinations for a wild day out, Monarto Zoo and Adelaide Zoo will help you spoil Dad with tons of fun-filled activities and their adorable animals.
[ September 12, 2019; 6:00 pm; ] Braving the Elements Show To celebrate 150 years of the Periodic Table as part of the International Year of the Periodic Table, join the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) SA Branch’s guest lecturer Dr Peter Wothers for an exciting and explosive journey through the elements.
This demonstration filled lecture will show you the genius of Mendeleev’s discovery […]
[ August 25, 2019; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Oliphant Science Awards Open Day 2019 At the 2019 Oliphant Science Awards Open Day you can see, learn and immerse the whole family in science. Explore the winning entries in SA’s largest science competition. Watch live science shows all afternoon – exploring Australia’s wildlife, chemistry experiments, dinosaurs and space. Get hands-on with robots, Lego, puzzles, and compete to […]
[ December 7, 2019; 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. ] Minda Christmas Carols & Markets The Minda and Bank SA Christmas Carols and Markets will be returning in 2019, with fun for the whole family. Taking place on Saturday 7 December, from 11am – 7pm, there will be live entertainment on stage, with Christmas Carols from 4pm featuring Sarah Lloyde from ‘The Voice’. There will be plenty […]
[ August 13, 2019; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. August 15, 2019; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. ] To celebrate National Science Week, Adelaide Zoo are hosting FREE information evenings completely open to the public, so you can learn more about what they do at the zoo! **Editors note: All events are now fully booked Don’t miss the chance to learn about how the zoo uses scientific methods to understand and enrich the lives of […]
[ August 17, 2019 to August 18, 2019. ] Festival of the Magpie at Cleland Wildlife Park Known for their sweet song and sometimes vicious aerial assaults, the magpie is a highly intelligent bird, and one that is often misunderstood. To help gain a better understanding of magpies and their habits, Cleland Wildlife Park is holding a two day ‘Festival of the Magpie’ event on the […]
[ September 1, 2019; 10:00 am; ] Father’s Day at Enfield Memorial Park Everything to love about Dad will be celebrated at a special Father’s Day event at Enfield Memorial Park on Sunday 1 September 2019 from 10am until 12 noon. South Australian families are invited to attend the free event to honour fathers past and present. Complimentary refreshments will be served including children’s […]
[ August 24, 2019; ] SCINEMA @ The Science Exchange If you love film and are interested in science go along to the SCINEMA @ The Science Exchange event. On Saturday 24 August, six films will be screened at The Science Exchange across four sessions straight from this year’s SCINEMA International Science Film Festival in support of National Science Week. A dedicated […]
