Play & Go Adelaide

[ October 24, 2024 to October 27, 2024. October 29, 2024 to November 3, 2024. November 5, 2024 to November 10, 2024. ]
The Lucky Dumpling Market returns to Adelaide’s Elder Park as part of OzAsia Festival 2024.
This popular spring festival hub is back, with delicious food, free entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Indulge your senses at OzAsia Festival’s Lucky Dumpling Market with the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of a bustling Asian open-air food market […]

[ September 14, 2024 to September 15, 2024. ]
Toymate Superstore is opening another new store in Adelaide, this time in Parafield.
Toymate is celebrating the opening of their new Parafield store with a grand opening party on 14 and 15 September 2024.  There will be lots of free entertainment, huge opening deals and every child that goes along will receive a free gift.

Toymate Parafield […]

Zoos SA has announced the names of the two new black and white bears that will soon be heading to Adelaide Zoo!
South Australia’s new Giant Panda pair, Xing Qiu and Yi Lan, will arrive at Adelaide Zoo later in the year.
At the 2024 Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Zoos SA shared the names of the two new […]

[ October 4, 2024; ]
Get ready for grubby, muddy fun on Friday 4 October 2024 at the Muddy Hands Festival! 
Roll around in the mud, make potions and seed bombs, build a cubby, become a next generation pollinator and immerse yourself in everything the great outdoors has to offer.
Other children’s entertainment and educational stalls will be on site as […]

[ August 31, 2024 to September 1, 2024. ]
Father’s Day Weekend Fun @ SHANX Mini Golf.
Dads can play for free at SHANX Regency Park this Father’s Day! 
You can forget about amusement based mini golf with windmills and clown heads at SHANX! Unlike anything in the Southern Hemisphere, SHANX Mini Golf looks exactly like a real golf course — only it’s been shrunk down […]

Flagstaff Hotel in Darlington offers family friendly dining, an indoor playground and kids eat free deals.
We love taking the family out for dinner, and we love it even more when the kids are entertained! The Flagstaff Hotel has a new indoor playground and it’s super fun to explore. And as an added bonus, Kids Eat […]

[ November 24, 2024; ]
The Kate Smith Property Semaphore Street Fair is an annual day of fun for everyone. It will be held on Sunday 24 November 2024 and entry is FREE!
Semaphore Road will be closed to traffic, allowing the street to come alive with a fantastic festival atmosphere. There will be market stalls selling handmade arts and crafts […]

[ November 10, 2024; ]    
Fairy & Elf Picnic at Stangate House & Garden in Aldgate
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder at a magical Fairy & Elf Picnic in the Adelaide Hills. Take your own picnic, rugs or chairs and explore springtime at the beautiful Stangate House & Garden in Aldgate. Dress up as a fairy or […]

[ August 24, 2024; ]
Community Open Day at the Port Dock Railway
The upgrades to the Port Dock Railway Station, spur line and bus interchange will be marked with a community event at the new station on Saturday 24 August 2024. Entry to local museums including the National Railway Museum, Port Adelaide, Clipper Ship City of Adelaide, South Australian Aviation […]

[ August 22, 2024; September 11, 2024; October 23, 2024; November 13, 2024; ]
School Tours at Saint David’s Parish School
Discover the vibrant community at Saint David’s Parish School by booking a tour today. The school is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children can achieve their full potential.
A Commitment to Excellence
Inspired by the values of St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Saint David’s Parish School emphasises academic […]

WIN Tickets to the 2024 Royal Adelaide Show!
The Royal Adelaide Show is back in 2024 from 31 August – 8 September with all your favourite family showbags, rides, food and entertainment.
Get ready to reunite with all your Show favourites, meet plenty of cute farmyard animals, chase that adrenaline rush on a ride, watch jaw-dropping stunts […]

[ September 8, 2024; ]  
Community Fair Day at St Raphael’s School – a Fun-Filled Family Adventure!
Get ready for an exciting day out at St Raphael’s School’s Community Fair Day on Sunday 8 September. This event promises a world of entertainment for families with young children. The best part? Entry is completely FREE! No need to book – just […]

[ September 22, 2024; ]  
The Biggest Dogs Day Out in South Australia.
Dogs Day Out is a FREE community event held in Mawson Lakes for South Aussie dogs and their owners. A fun day with dog related and non-dog related market stalls, delicious food trucks, giveaways, competitions, vet checks and dog displays.
Take the whole family including your dog, browse […]

‘A Window on SAHMRI’ is an annual open day  giving a unique look inside the ‘cheesegrater’ building on North Terrace.
If you have ever wondered what happens inside Adelaide’s ‘cheesegrater’ building,  SAHMRI’s open day is a chance to see and learn about cutting edge research with hands-on activities.
Review by Claire Davill
SAHMRI is South Australia’s independent not-for-profit […]

[ September 28, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]        
Nature Festival 2024 
Nature Festival returns with over 400 nature-inspired events across South Australia in art, adventure, music, food, wine, wellbeing, and Aboriginal culture. This includes fun family-friendly events, designed to connect you with nature.
This year the festival explores the theme of Awe, with an emphasis on moments small and large that captivate […]

Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it.
After he grows up and draws himself off the book’s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life—and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks […]

[ August 31, 2024; ]
Wake up for a FREE brekkie at IKEA!
Wear your PJ’s to IKEA Adelaide on Saturday 31 August 2024 and breakfast is their treat!
Join the fun in-store for a day of sleep celebrations with sleep events and activities happening in-store all day.

Have a little fun and let the whole family wear their pyjamas to IKEA and […]

[ September 1, 2024; September 8, 2024; September 15, 2024; ]
The Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market will return with their popular Pop Up Market at Goodwood Primary School this September. 
Mark your calendars for Sunday, 1, 8, and 15 September 2024, when Goodwood Primary School will once again transform into a bustling hub of fresh produce, artisanal delights, and family-friendly fun.

With over 50 stallholders, the Pop Up […]

[ November 13, 2024 to November 14, 2024. ]
TEG Life Like Touring and TCG are bringing Batman™ in Concert to Adelaide as Warner Bros. Discovery celebrates 85 years of Batman.
Don’t miss the chance to witness the epic 1989 Batman™ film on the big screen with some of Australia’s finest symphony orchestras performing the iconic Danny Elfman score! “Batman” – Live in Concert is […]

Celebrate your child’s special day with an unforgettable basketball themed birthday party at Shoot HQ!
Shoot HQ offer 90-minute party packages that include 45 minutes of fun-filled basketball coaching, with options to extend the time for even more excitement. There is also the option to add their Multiball System for extra fun.
The catered parties provide a […]

[ March 20, 2025; ]
Disney’s Snow White is a live-action musical reimagining of the classic 1937 film. 
Disney invites you to return to the story that started it all.  The magical music adventure journeys back to the timeless story with beloved characters Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy. The cast is led by stars Rachel Zegler and Gal […]

Discover the best 21 FREE things for Families to do at The Royal Adelaide Show this year!
You can find plenty of fun and exciting things to do for FREE at the Royal Adelaide Show that will keep the kids happy and entertained without spending any extra money. There are free action-packed shows, interactive displays, animals […]

Royal Adelaide Show Tips for Families
Learn how to save and make the most of the FREE entertainment and activities at The Show!
As the month of September approaches the excitement grows because the count down to the Royal Adelaide Show begins.  Kids growing up in South Australia look forward to one of the best days of […]

[ September 1, 2024; ]
To celebrate Father’s Day, Dads can go FREE to Adelaide Zoo on Sunday 1 September 2024.
Celebrate the Dad in your life with a free adventure around the Adelaide Zoo jungle! Simply purchase any full price ticket on Sunday 1 September 2024 and receive a free ticket for Dad*. (Not valid at Monarto Safari Park)

See the […]

Introducing the Royal Australian Mint’s 2024 Book Week Series limited edition coin – Where is the Green Sheep?
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of one of Australia’s most popular children’s books, Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox, a very special, colourful new coin has been minted by the Royal Australian Mint.
Fittingly, 20-cent versions of […]

[ October 12, 2024; ]
The Burra Show is an annual regional show which happens on the 2nd weekend of October every year.  At their 147th show in 2024 there will be sideshows, rides and amusements, plus a fireworks display.
There will be a variety of trade sites, exhibitions, food and entertainment throughout the day and night.   They will have a […]

[ September 2, 2024; ]
An all-new range of collectable $1 Bluey Coins and Stamps will be available from Australia Post this September.
Following the launch of a commemorative coin collection by the The Royal Australian Mint earlier this year, an all-new range of collectable Bluey coins and stamps are heading to Australia Post.

There are ten $1 collectable coins and a […]

[ October 5, 2024; ]
Yankalilla, Rapid Bay & Myponga Annual Show is back on the October long weekend.
Enjoy a wealth of attractions at the 142nd ‘Yank Show’.
Entertainment at this country show includes a shearing shed stage, shearing demonstrations, Hack & Hunter and show-jumping events, live music and machinery displays. There will be show rides and sideshow attractions, hands on […]

[ October 26, 2024; ]
The Kapunda & Light Agricultural Show is on again in 2024 on the last weekend in October.
The 167th Kapunda & Light Agricultural Show will be a fun filled day of competitions, entertainment and tasty treats for the whole family.  There is plenty to do for all ages including entertainment such as rides and musicians, stalls, […]

Adelaide’s Famous Poffertjes Parlour will be popping up again at the Adelaide Central Market this Spring.
Returning to the Producer in Residence Stall for 5 weeks, including over the Spring school holidays, Adelaide’s Famous Poffertjes Parlour will be bringing back their signature delicate, crepe-like morsels that melt in your mouth topped with a choice of toppings […]