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The Horbland Graveyard | Halloween in Adelaide | 27, 28 & 31 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017 to October 28, 2017. October 31, 2017; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ]
The Horbland Graveyard
Horbland Graveyard is a Horror maze, open to the public, and based around the Horbenko family’s home, in Woodcroft, South Australia. It is the talk of Adelaide this time of the year, with people coming from far and wide, to make their way through the area’s scariest Halloween attraction.

The Horbland Graveyard will be […]

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Fleurieu Folk Festival | Willunga | 27-29 October 2017

[ October 27, 2017 to October 29, 2017. ]
The Fleurieu Folk Festival is an annual 3 day family friendly celebration of contemporary and traditional folk music
Held in the picturesque township of Willunga, in South Australia’s premier wine region, this annual festival hand picks over 50 of the best local, interstate and international folk musicians covering a broad range of genres including traditional, acoustic, celtic, […]

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Cinema in the Park | Free Family Event | O’Sullivan Beach | 27 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017; 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm. ]
Free Family Event “Cinema in the Park” hosted by Christie Downs Community House
Its that time of year again!  Enjoy the experience of cinema under the stars.  Bring along a blanket or chairs, pack a picnic dinner or you can purchase food and drink at the venue.

There will be activities from 6.30pm including a bouncy castle, face […]

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Pop-Up Magical Park | Seaford | Extended until 1 Nov 2017

[ October 8, 2017 to November 1, 2017. ]
The Pop-Up Magical Park at The Quarry Reserve in Seaford has been extended until Wednesday 1 November 2017
Magical Park is the world’s first digital playground and the City of Onkaparinga invites children and families to explore an augmented reality with the Magical Park pop up at Seaford Quarry Reserve.

To explore one of the digital fantasy lands […]

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ENDED: Win a $5000 Family Getaway | Kinderling Radio Screen Free Challenge | 15 Oct – 5 Nov 2017

[ October 15, 2017 to November 5, 2017. ]
Take the Kinderling Screen Free Challenge and Win!
Kinderling Kids Radio and Volvo Cars are inviting you and your family to join the annual Kinderling Screen Free Challenge. Unplug and play together to see the difference a digital detox can make.
WIN A $5,000 FAMILY GETAWAY
To make it even more fun, joining the Kinderling Screen Free Challenge puts […]

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Aussie Backyard Bird Count | 23-29 Oct 2017

[ October 23, 2017 to October 29, 2017. ]
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is back in 2017
BirdLife Australia and its Birds in Backyards Program have come together to create the Aussie Backyard Bird Count.  BirdLife Australia has been Australia’s voice for birds since 1901.  They are the country’s largest, independent, not-for-profit bird conservation organisation. With their specialised knowledge and the commitment of their […]

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The Nappy Collective | 5-19 May | 13-27 Oct 2017

[ May 5, 2017 to May 19, 2017. October 13, 2017 11:00 pm to October 27, 2017 11:00 pm. ]
The Nappy Collective encourages families to search out that handful of leftover, outgrown nappies we all seem to end up with and donate them to families in crisis or in need.
Over a two week period in May and October, families can drop these clean, disposable nappies to their nearest collection point. The Nappy Collective will […]

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The Local Project | Public Art Exhibition | 29 Sep – 10 Nov 2017

[ September 29, 2017 to November 10, 2017. ]
The Local Project art cubes – public art exhibition of the collected stories from Adelaide locals
Over the last month, your ‘local’ stories of the city have been collected: the stories that only ‘locals’ know… the local characters, the natural wonders, the rhythms of the City of Adelaide… documenting your connection to the city.

A public art […]

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Neo ‘Deadly’ Halloween For Teens | Art Gallery of South Australia | 27 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017; 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ]
Neo celebrates Aboriginal art and culture as part of TARNANTHI, at the teen exclusive after hours event, ‘Deadly’ Halloween.
Meaning new, youthful, fresh, lately and now, ‘Neo’ captures the spirit of the contemporary. Young art lovers can be inspired by the edgy workshops, meet local artists and listen to live DJ’s in a parent-free zone.  Did […]

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Hancock Prospecting Australian Swimming Championships in Adelaide | 26-28 Oct 2017

[ October 26, 2017 to October 28, 2017. ]
Rumble, tumble, turn and burn!
Hometown hero and Olympic gold medallist Kyle Chalmers along with fellow members of the Australian Dolphins Swim Team will return to racing at the 2017 Hancock Prospecting Australian Short Course Swimming Championships in Adelaide this October.
You won’t want to miss your chance to see the best swimmers from across Australia swim […]

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Bush Mechanics: The Exhibition – National Motor Museum | Torrens Parade Ground | 17 – 30 Oct 2017

[ October 17, 2017 to October 30, 2017. ]
Bush Mechanics: the exhibition is based on the incredibly popular ABC TV series of the same name. It shows the adoption of the motorcar as an integral part of Aboriginal life in Central Australia.
More than just a showcase of bush ingenuity, the show was a documentary-style series with strong elements of comedy, music and magical […]

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Barangaroo Ngangamay Exhibition | Migration Museum | 13 Oct – 26 Nov 2017

[ October 13, 2017 to November 26, 2017. ]
The Barangaroo Ngangamay exhibition honours the old Lady Barangaroo and celebrates the strength, diversity and creativity of Aboriginal women of the Sydney region.

‘damulayun ngangara buranggalyun we exchange names so the Old Lady sleeps peacefully, we mark the space to honour the namesake.’

By coming together for ceremony, we pay respect to the Ancestors, acknowledge the connections […]

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The Hive | Glowing Light Installation | Adelaide | 3 Oct – 4 Nov 2017

[ October 3, 2017 to November 4, 2017. ]
The Hive is a kaleidoscope of art, light and technology, celebrating community connections and change.
For the next month you can explore this glowing installation and immerse yourself in the colour evolution of The Hive.

Designed by amigo and amigo, the interactivity and social story of The Hive is inspired by the bee hive. Bees are considered […]

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Boo at the Zoo | Adelaide Zoo Halloween Event | 27 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]  
Join the Adelaide Zoo if you dare for a Halloween scare!
The Adelaide Zoo’s spook-tacularly popular Halloween celebration is back and bigger than ever – it’s an event not to be missed!

Calling all ghosts, ghouls and goblins for a night of spook-tacular delight. Bring the family along to experience the zoo after hours and enjoy the […]

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Annie | Northern Light Theatre Company | 13 – 28 Oct 2017

[ October 13, 2017; 8:00 pm; October 14, 2017; 8:00 pm; October 20, 2017; 8:00 pm; October 21, 2017; 2:00 pm; 8:00 pm; October 27, 2017; 8:00 pm; October 28, 2017; 2:00 pm; 8:00 pm; ]
Annie the Musical
Northern Light Theatre Company’s October 2017 production is the family favourite, Annie!
This family-friendly 1977 Tony Award-winner for Best Musical is based on Harold Gray’s popular comic strip “Little Orphan Annie,” which he started in the 1920s.
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in […]

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Athelstone School Twilight Fete | 27 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017; 4:00 pm; ]
Athelstone School Twilight Fete
The biennial Athelstone School Twilight Fete is on again this year and it is set to be bigger, better, and more fun than ever!
The school community will be celebrated, as well as all the wonderful achievements of the students.
There’s going to be a range of amusements, entertainment, raffle, stalls, and food to […]

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West End Redbacks | JLT Sheffield Shield Cricket Games 2017/18

[ October 27, 2017 to October 30, 2017. November 23, 2017 to November 26, 2017. February 8, 2018 to February 11, 2018. February 25, 2018 to February 28, 2018. March 14, 2018 to March 17, 2018. ]
The West End Redbacks will open their 2017-18 Sheffield Shield season by hosting New South Wales in a day-night game at Adelaide Oval.
The South Australian Men’s Cricket Team, the West End Redbacks, have played in the past two Shield finals and will be looking to go one step further in the 2017/18 season.  The team […]

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Monster Mash Halloween Bash | Ingle Farm | 27 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ]
Monster Mash Halloween Bash
First Senses is hosting their very first Halloween Party on Friday October 27.

It’s all about Sensory Play. They will have music, dancing, parachute games, nursery rhymes and much more. This event is suitable for children aged 0-8 years and will be held at Ingle Farm Recreation Centre.

The cost is $15 for one adult and […]

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Wayville Trots Retro Night | Wayville Showgrounds | 27 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017; 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm. ]
The HRSA Board are delighted to announce that the Trots are returning to the Wayville Showgrounds on Friday 27 October 2017. This will be the first race meeting at Wayville meeting since 1973.
Home to the South Australian harness racing from 1925 to 1973, the Wayville Track was described as racing in a coliseum. Especially during […]

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The Australian Ballet Gala Spectacular | Adelaide | 27 & 28 Oct 2017

[ October 27, 2017 7:30 pm to October 28, 2017 7:30 pm. October 28, 2017; 1:30 pm; 7:30 pm; ]
A glittering showcase of classical ballet with The Australian Ballet Gala Spectacular
The Australian Ballet returns to Adelaide with a captivating gala at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. The Australian Ballet Gala Spectacular will be presented over three special performances between Friday 27 October and Saturday 28 October 2017, with live music performed by the Adelaide Symphony […]

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