WIN a Family Pass to EDEN at The Light Room
The unparalleled beauty of nature is showcased in all its vibrant glory in EDEN, an interactive experience that encourages everyone to see the beauty in the world around us, presented as part of Illuminate Adelaide 2024.
From internationally acclaimed Berlin-based studio flora&faunavisions, art and nature collide to unveil […]
EDEN – Interactive Digital Garden
Walking into EDEN is a bit like stepping into the digital version of the garden of Eden, surrounded by swirling colourful leaves, bright blooming flowers and plants that stretch like tentacles across the vast LED screens. It’s the digital garden of dreams that moves and responds to human interaction.
Created by flora&faunavisions […]
Explore and celebrate the recently restored Ayers House grand mansion in a rare, never before seen empty state at Ayers House: An Exploration.
Choose to have a glass of sparkling upon arrival, then embark on an exploration of the spectacular rooms including the famous State Dining Room, Grand Staircase and the Family Bedrooms with a number […]
[ October 19, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Australia’s original and biggest cheese festival is back in 2024.
The most snackable weekend of the year heads to Rundle Park/Kadlitpina with a melting pot of cheesemakers, great food, drinks and dancing this October.
CheeseFest is South Australia’s longest running and widely loved annual cheese-focussed culinary festival.
Unlike any festival of it’s kind in Australia, at CheeseFest, they […]
[ October 8, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Wonderverse by Patch Theatre at University of Adelaide
Lights, beats, dreams: an immersive adventure. Wonderverse is an innovative journey through a universe of light.
From 8 – 20 October 2024, the University of Adelaide’s iconic Bonython Hall on North Terrace will be transformed into a wonderland where you will travel through a tunnel of mesmerising fireflies, create […]
[ August 19, 2024 to August 25, 2024. ]
Discover the Difference of a Catholic Education!
Visit your local Catholic school for Catholic Schools Open Week from 19 – 25 August and explore the unique pathways their schools offer for your child’s educational journey. From early learning to Year 12 graduation, see firsthand the nurturing environments, meet the dedicated educators, and learn about their commitment […]
Windsor Grove Playground in Windsor Gardens is a small, fully fenced and toddler-friendly playground with plenty of facilities for little kids.
Review by Claire Davill
The recent installation (2024) of a toilet block nearby means this little playground is perfect for young kids. It is fully fenced, there’s plenty of natural shade and lots of toddler-friendly equipment. […]
[ September 14, 2024; November 23, 2024; December 1, 2024; ]
The Salisbury Community Markets are returning for 2024 and will continue in 2025.
The City of Salisbury are pleased to announce that they are now offering community markets across four locations. Each market will offer an opportunity for local producers and community groups to gather at a central hub location in order to promote their small […]
[ September 17, 2024; ]
Go along to the Salisbury Early Years Discovery Day in September to find out more on how babies and young children learn to thrive.
Salisbury Early Years Discovery Day is a Words Grow Minds Initiative where eventgoers can hear from leading industry experts and engage with early years’ service providers. Plus, there will be activities, […]
[ September 14, 2024 to September 15, 2024. ]
Mount Barker to Strathalbyn Railway Line 140th Celebration.
Strathalbyn Transport Festival will celebrate 140 years of railway history with train rides, heritage displays and market stalls.
SteamRanger Heritage Railway will be celebrating 140 years of railways between Mount Barker and Strathalbyn in September. There will be plenty of fun and entertainment for the whole family with train […]
The long-awaited bridges spanning deep valleys along the Marion Coastal Walkway north of Hallett Cove are now open, and they provide a spectacular scenic walk.
Review by Claire Davill
The new coastal walkway bridges were officially opened by Premier of South Australia, Hon Peter Malinauskas MP and City of Marion Mayor Kris Hanna on 3 August 2024. The […]
[ August 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024. ]
Food for the Soul Exhibition is part of the SALA Festival – a South Australian visual arts festival that aims to link the local community and local artists in venues that go beyond the galleries.
Foodland are passionate about the arts and supporting local in all areas, so they are pleased to be partnering with SALA […]
[ August 10, 2024; August 24, 2024; August 31, 2024; September 7, 2024; September 21, 2024; ]
Immerse yourself in the art of lantern crafting with artist Tony Hannan in this FREE lantern workshop.
Tony will provide a step-by-step process of how to make a basic lantern. All lanterns created will be displayed at a multicultural community event, Eastern Eats, happening in September. The workshops are for young people aged 5 to 15 […]
[ August 11, 2024 to August 14, 2024. ]
FREE Family Friendly Online Event: World Heritage – Beyond the Boundaries
Go on a fascinating journey into the depths of the World Heritage listed Naracoorte Caves.
The live stream series, ‘World Heritage – Beyond the Boundaries’ explores the natural wonders and rich history of this unique site. Join the expert presenters, including researchers and site staff, to […]
[ September 6, 2024; October 4, 2024; November 1, 2024; December 6, 2024; January 3, 2025; February 7, 2025; March 7, 2025; April 4, 2025; May 2, 2025; ]
Her Excellency the Governor is opening the family-friendly grounds of Government House for the public to enjoy their lunch picnic-style on the lawns.
Her Excellency and Mr Bunten invite the public to go along to the Government House gardens, take a picnic lunch, spread out a rug or unfold a camping chair and enjoy the surroundings, […]
[ September 1, 2024; ]
What’s on in Adelaide for Father’s Day & Gift Ideas for Dads
Father’s Day – Sunday 1 September 2024
The team at Play & Go have some great family friendly ideas for things to do and places to go in Adelaide this Father’s Day, along with some great gift ideas for Dads. From breakfast in bed to […]
[ August 25, 2024; September 22, 2024; October 20, 2024; November 24, 2024; ]
Enjoy a round trip by train from Mount Barker to Bugle Ranges.
Departing on the 4th Sunday of the month between June and November, The Bugle Ranger train journey is a fun adventure for the whole family.
Departing twice on the day at 1pm and 2.15pm, the return trip only takes 45 minutes and is great value […]
[ August 17, 2024 to August 18, 2024. ]
The Whyalla Show has been providing family fun since 1970.
The annual Whyalla Show is a fantastic community event that many local groups of volunteers are proud to be involved with. They are looking forward to another fun, affordable two days filled with a wide variety of food, stalls and entertainment for all ages. Don’t miss […]
[ August 17, 2024 to August 18, 2024. ]
The Copper Coast Show (formerly known as the Kadina Show) is an annual rural show to showcase local talents and businesses, as well as a fun day of activities for the whole family.
Take the family along for a fantastic day out and enjoy the 153rd Copper Coast Show. Highlights include sideshows, showbags, market stalls, food […]
[ August 24, 2024 to August 25, 2024. ]
The Gawler Show is the largest country Show in SA, attracting approx 30,000 people each year. It is a great family outing with many free displays, exhibitions and entertainment.
For the ultimate weekend adventure packed with South Australia’s finest offerings, gather your friends and family to attend the iconic Gawler Show on the last weekend in […]
[ August 10, 2024 to August 11, 2024. ]
Enter the extraordinary world of the Chequered Copper Butterfly at the Herding Caterpillars Festival.
Hiding beneath our noses in the Adelaide Park Lands is a story that you will find hard to believe. It is a story that has taken place for thousands of years, every year, in the grasslands of Adelaide and rediscovered in Victoria […]
[ October 18, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Spring Nationals 2024 at The Bend will see the biggest lineup of Top Fuel and Nitro Funny Drag Racing Cars in 25 years.
The Australian Top Fuel Championship is returning to headline the 2024 Spring Nationals alongside a bumper field of National Drag Racing Championship Group 1 & Sportsman racers at the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park’s […]
[ August 24, 2024 to August 25, 2024. ]
Giant farewell for pandas Wang Wang and Fu Ni at Adelaide Zoo.
A ‘beary’ special two-day Teddy Bears’ Picnic will be held in August to farewell Adelaide Zoo’s panda pair, Wang Wang and Fu Ni.
After calling the zoo home for 15 years, the black-and-white duo will return to their homeland in China later this year. The […]
[ August 17, 2024 to August 18, 2024. ]
The Barossa Medieval Fair will be returning to the Lyndoch Village Green in 2024 with this exciting family friendly event.
The Barossa Medieval Fair welcomes merchants from around Australia with a range of fun activities and entertainment for the whole family. This two day medieval weekend will feature reenactments and living history, stalls, blacksmiths, archery, crafts, […]
[ August 10, 2024 to August 17, 2024. ]
The 2024 SA Variety Bash “Go for Gold” will take entrants across the country in a colourful convoy from Renmark, South Australia to the Gold Coast, Queensland.
On 10 August 2024 the event will cross the start line in Renmark and over 8 days will travel 3210km to the Gold Coast.
The Variety Bash is not a race […]
[ August 22, 2024; ]
The Daffodil gives us hope. Research is saving lives.
This August, join thousands of others across the country to unite and raise funds that give hope and save lives.
Cancer Council SA is urging South Australians to show their support for the Daffodil Day Appeal this August by donating to life-saving research to give more than hope […]
PAWGUST is a FREE fitness and fundraising challenge that helps you (and your dog) improve your physical and mental health by keeping active throughout August.
Grab your winter woolies and join Guide Dog’s biggest online challenge. Walk or run every day this August (no rest days) to supPAWt Guide Dogs and those living with low or […]
[ December 21, 2024; ]
This Christmas experience ‘The Holiday’ Film with a Live Orchestra at Adelaide Festival Theatre.
If you loved Love Actually in Concert then don’t miss beloved Christmas romcom, The Holiday (2006) presented live in concert this festive season, played live-to-film by Southern Cross Symphony.
Following a series of sold-out performances in London, ‘The Holiday in Concert’ is all […]
The popular Bluey gnomes are heading back to Bunnings stores this August!
After selling-out in record time earlier this year, the Hammerbarn “husbands” are heading back to Bunnings warehouses across Australia and New Zealand.
Some stores will also be offering free Bluey-themed kids D.I.Y. workshops to celebrate more gnomes coming back into store. Please check your […]
Find a family friendly place to eat where kids can get a FREE meal around Adelaide.
If you’re looking for somewhere to go for a meal where the kids can eat for FREE, we’ve got the list for you. You’ll find plenty of fantastic pubs and cafes in Adelaide that offer special lunch and/or dinner deals including […]
