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WIN Tickets to Sea of Light at ILA Playground
Embark on a journey of light and imagination in the illuminating interactive installation for children and families at ILA Playground featuring Patch Theatre.
These summer holidays, step into The Light Room and enter a world of wonder! Sea of Light by Patch Theatre brings together magical light and […]

Paddington In Peru brings Paddington’s story back to Peru as he returns to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who resides at the Home for Retired Bears.
With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of […]

Glenelg Giant Wheel SEASON PASS Giveaway.
The Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg will be operating daily all Summer long, offering spectacular views over the SA coastline, down Jetty Road and across to the Adelaide Hills.
Introduced for the first time last year, the SEASON PASS allows you to receive UNLIMITED rides all season!  A must visit beachside […]

[ December 14, 2024; December 21, 2024; December 28, 2024; January 4, 2025; January 11, 2025; January 18, 2025; January 25, 2025; ]   
Kids School Holiday Activities at 1947 Coffee Co.
Looking to catch up with friends while the kids have a blast? 1947 Coffee Co. have a bunch of hands-on activities during the school holidays, packed with creativity and delicious fun. It’s the perfect catch-up spot for the kids while you enjoy a coffee or bite to eat.
What’s […]

[ January 10, 2025; ]     
ASPIRING DANCERS AND SINGERS – ACPA want you!
This your last chance to be a part of one of Adelaide’s most exciting shows! FINAL ROUND of auditions for Australian Company of Performing Arts production of FROZEN JR are here! 

FROZEN JR LIVE will be happening April School Holidays in 2025. Join ACPA & the Arendelle folk […]

Temptation Sailing invites you to swim alongside or watch wild dolphins in their natural habitat.
Dolphins are one of the Earth’s most fascinating, curious and interactive species. Temptation Sailing’s Advanced Eco Certified Wild Dolphin Tours are hosted by an amazing team of Marine Biologists who will educate and assist you throughout the tour. An incredible experience […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 in Adelaide on the Riverbank.
Showcasing the best of South Australia through a talented line up of local musicians and entertainers, delicious food and beverage offerings and two show stopping fireworks displays., Adelaide’s New Year’s Eve is synonymous with good times and family fun, offering a safe and inclusive environment to […]

[ December 31, 2023; ]
New Year’s Eve Events in Adelaide & Where to Watch Fireworks in South Australia
New Year’s Eve – Tuesday 31 December 2024
Ring in the new year with a bang at one of the many family friendly celebrations with fireworks happening around SA!  New Year’s Eve at Elder Park is back and there are plenty of coastal […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the whole family at Dunstan Playhouse in Adelaide and enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly party.
Enjoy a fenced-off viewing platform for the Elder Park fireworks, food stalls and a child-friendly DJ as well as roving performers, face painting, circus workshops and arts and crafts activities.
Highlights:

Prime fireworks viewing secure your spot with […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
Robe New Years Eve Fireworks to celebrate the end of 2024.
Gather around Guichen Bay in the coastal township of Robe with family and friends to watch the annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks display to celebrate the end of 2024.

The fireworks display in Robe will be launched from the Breakwater at the family friendly time of […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
New Year’s Eve fireworks to light up the skies over Goolwa.
Join family and friends in Goolwa for a vibrant and festive New Year’s Eve fireworks display that celebrates the town and local community. Take along deck chairs or a picnic rug and settle in on the banks of the river to watch fireworks off the […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a party and fireworks on the foreshore in Semaphore.
Join the City of Port Adelaide Enfield for the ultimate party and spectacular fireworks display to end the year on Semaphore Foreshore.  The festivities kick off at 6pm and continue until the stroke of midnight.

This free and family-friendly community event promises thrills […]

[ January 7, 2025; January 13, 2025 to January 17, 2025. January 20, 2025 to January 24, 2025. ]
On Stage January Summer School Programs
Ignite creativity with On Stage this summer. In January, On Stage invites young performers and theatre enthusiasts to dive into the magic of the performing arts with two exciting programs Musical Moments (Ages 10-17) and PLAY (Ages 8-12).
Perfect for budding performers, these 5-day weekday programs offer participants the chance to […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
Victor Harbor New Year’s Eve celebrations on Warland Reserve features family friendly early fireworks at 9:45pm, followed by a midnight fireworks spectacular!
Warland Reserve, Victor Harbor, will host their biggest night of the year on New Year’s Eve.  Starting from 7:30pm, there will be plenty of fun family entertainment for all ages, including free face painting, […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
All aboard as SteamRanger presents South Australia’s illuminated train journey on New Year’s Eve.
Experience the 1950’s Redhen Railcar fleet like never before as they are adorned inside and out with Christmas lights and decorations.

The ‘New Year’s Eve Train’ will depart Goolwa at 7.30pm, and will travel to Victor Harbor, allowing passengers a breathtaking sunset journey […]

[ January 20, 2025 to January 24, 2025. ]    
The highly anticipated NumberWorks’n Words Kickstart Holiday Program is back this Summer Holidays, and spots are filling up fast!
This program is an excellent opportunity to set your child up for success by boosting their confidence in both Maths and English before the new school year begins. Whether your child needs to revise the […]

[ December 31, 2024; ]
New Year’s Eve celebrations are back at the Bay to bring in 2025 with a family-friendly night of entertainment and fireworks.
There will be fireworks at the family friendly time of 9.30pm at Glenelg and Brighton on Tuesday 31 December, followed by another round of fireworks at midnight at Glenelg only.  The Glenelg stage will feature […]

[ January 6, 2025 to January 10, 2025. January 13, 2025 to January 16, 2025. January 20, 2025 to January 24, 2025. ]
There’s something for everyone these school holidays at City of Salisbury, with crafts, games, chess, robotics, gardening and so much more!
Nitro Nat’s Crazy Colourful Chemistry is sure to be a wicked show for children 5 and over, with safe fire demonstrations and colourful chemical reactions.

Children 8 and over can learn basic karate and self-defence skills […]

[ November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025. ]
Melbourne Street Christmas Gnome Trail – Free Christmas Activity
These mischievous, bearded creatures will take over the windows of shops, cafes and businesses along Melbourne Street, North Adelaide this Christmas and New Year.  Count them all to be in the running to win your own handmade gnome and $100 to spend at a participating Melbourne Street […]

You can attend your local Bunnings workshops this December to explore simple D.I.Y tips and tricks, with a variety of great D.I.Y ideas and step-by-step guides to turn your holiday vision into a reality.
To help Aussies enjoy a memorable holiday experience without breaking the bank, Bunnings is the go-to destination for affordable D.I.Y solutions and […]

[ December 20, 2024; December 27, 2024; December 31, 2024; January 11, 2025; January 15, 2025; ]
Get ready for non stop action this Summer at Adelaide Oval with the Adelaide Strikers!
Be part of something BIG this season! Experience the energy, fun and excitement of Adelaide Strikers Men’s BBL match days at the iconic Adelaide Oval. There will be plenty of enjoyment for the whole family including fireworks, giveaways, kid’s zones and […]

[ December 15, 2024; ]
Sing along with your favourite carols live-streamed on the big screen from Civic Park Carols while you cool down in Waterworld’s heated pools or whiz down the popular waterslides.
Dive into the holiday spirit with an incredible line-up of talented performers and festive tunes live-streamed direct from Civic Park Carols. With your ticket purchase, you will […]

[ February 21, 2025 to March 23, 2025. ]
2025 Adelaide Fringe Guide for Families & Kids – find the best family friendly shows to see at the Fringe!
Adelaide Fringe is Australia’s biggest arts festival with an exciting program of family friendly shows and interactive experiences plus comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret, visual art, music, and more. Find everything you need to know about this […]

[ December 14, 2024; ]
The Tailem Bend Christmas Parade will have free entertainment for the kids, plenty of market stalls and displays, food galore and music in the street.
Festivities will start at 4.30pm in Willow Street and Father Christmas will meet and greet the children after the Parade and you can take your own photo with him.  The Parade […]

[ February 14, 2025 to March 23, 2025. ]
Adelaide’s greatest party is back for an unmissable 2025 Adelaide Fringe season. As always, The Garden promises truly unforgettable experiences, family-friendly delights, late-night thrills and a vibrant atmosphere that’s truly one of a kind.
Kadlitpina (Rundle Park) will be bursting with energy and transformed into a cultural and creative playground, featuring the best local and international […]

[ March 20, 2025 to March 23, 2025. ]  
Gluttony returns in 2025! Arts venue hub Gluttony is a favourite Adelaide Fringe destination, its location in the city’s eastern park lands right in the heart of the Fringe action. 
Gluttony has grown to become synonymous with the East End’s Rymill Park/Murlawirrapurka during Adelaide’s festival months of February and March.  Thousands of artists have passed under […]

[ February 21, 2025 to March 23, 2025. ]
Fool’s Paradise returns to Adelaide Fringe for 2025 season.
Tarntanyangga/Victoria Square will host popular Fringe venue hub, Fool’s Paradise, for the third year running during the 2025 Adelaide Fringe Festival, with their biggest program yet!
Fool’s Paradise promises to be an epicentre of activity, offering a unique blend of circus, cabaret, comedy, music, and magic for Fringe […]

[ December 15, 2024; ]
Carols on the Square will feature bands playing your favourite Christmas tunes and entertainment for the kids.
Join family and friends for a night of festive fun on 15 December 2024 from 6pm at the annual Carols on the Square event in the Old Noarlunga Township’s Market Square on Patapinda Road. There will be children’s entertainment and […]

[ December 14, 2024; ]
Campbelltown City Council’s FREE Christmas Carols and Movie event will be held at Max Amber Sportsfield in Paradise.
Join the fun from 6pm at Max Amber Sportsfield for Christmas and food stalls, face painting, carols, a visit from Santa and a screening of Home Alone (PG) at sundown.

Enjoy singing along to well known Christmas carols that […]

[ January 25, 2025; ]
The 5K Foam Fest is a one of kind, obstacle course based fun run and they guarantee you’ll be foamy, muddy and wet by the end!
With a variety of obstacles and a ton of foam, the run is an exciting challenge for experienced and beginner runners alike. The 5K Foam Fest is not a hardcore […]

The Harbourmaster walking trail is a 1.9km family friendly circuit along the coast of Port Elliot and is suitable for all abilities. 
If you are visiting Port Elliot with the family, the Harbourmaster trail takes you along the coastline from Horseshoe Bay to Knights Beach. The main trail is suitable for all abilities with only slight […]

The Parkside Hotel now features new play equipment at their kid friendly venue!
Review by Adaire Prosser
If you’re looking for kid-friendly establishments to visit, or if it’s been a while since you last visited, make sure you check out the Parkside Hotel on Glen Osmond Road. They have just recently updated their outdoor space with brand […]