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Ramsay Art Prize Exhibition | 27 May – 27 Aug 2023

[ May 27, 2023 to August 27, 2023. ] [caption id="attachment_183358" align="alignnone" width="630"] Ida Sophia with Witness in Ramsay Art Prize 2023, Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide; photo: Saul Steed[/caption]
Ramsay Art Prize Exhibition 2023
See the works of all 27 finalists at the Art Gallery of South Australia in a free exhibition open until 27 August 2023.
Congratulations to Ida Sophia, winner of the $100,000 […]

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Salisbury Community Hub Youth Market | 18 May 2023

[ May 18, 2023; ]
Salisbury Community Youth Market
Featuring market stalls, entertainment, food, workshops and chill out zones.
The Salisbury Community Youth Market will offer an opportunity for young local producers and community groups to promote their small businesses, network, explore further opportunities offered by Twelve25 Youth Centre and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment.

The community is encouraged to […]

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The Nappy Collective | Donate Nappies

[ May 8, 2023 to May 21, 2023. ]
The Nappy Collective 
The Nappy Collective is the only Australian nonprofit that focuses solely on collecting disposable nappies and distributing them to families in crisis.
They collect donations of new and leftover nappies – ones that little ones have grown out of or no longer need – and pass them onto Community Partners that support families. 1 […]

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The Massive Maker Space | Festival Plaza | 20 & 21 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023 to May 21, 2023. ]
Maker Space at Adelaide’s DreamBIG Children’s Festival
Let your imagination run wild. Join South Australia’s own nature play company Climbing Tree in the Massive Maker Space.

Get creative with its huge pile of junk loose parts, Massive Maker Space is a small world of possibilities where you can create something never seen before.

Open from 10am until 3pm […]

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Movies at the ARC | Campbelltown | 20 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023; ]
Sing 2 – Free Movie Screening at the ARC
Following the unfortunate cancellation of Movies in the Park last month due to forecast rain, Campbelltown City Council present the all new, non weather dependent Movies at the ARC!

Join an evening of entertainment on the courts at The ARC in Campbelltown with a FREE screening of Sing […]

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Movie Themed Roller Disco | Blackwood Recreation Centre | 20 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023; ]   
Movie Themed Roller Disco at Blackwood Recreation Centre
Dress up as your favourite movie character from any movie you can think of and go and enjoy a night of Roller Skating fun!
Blackwood Recreation Centre can’t wait to have everyone back for a huge night of fun with DJ Ollie, Face Painters, Games, Prizes and more!

Roller […]

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Kids Go Free to Adelaide Zoo in May

[ May 1, 2023 to May 31, 2023. ]
This May, Adelaide Zoo turns 140 and they are celebrating with FREE ENTRY for kids* for the entire month.
During May, any child up to 14 years old can enter Adelaide Zoo totally FREE.*

It is Adelaide Zoo’s gift to you, to celebrate 140 years of connecting people with nature and saving species from extinction.

Take along your […]

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The Little Mermaid | In Cinemas 25 May 2023

[ May 25, 2023; ]
Disney ‘The Little Mermaid’ Movie
“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure.
The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince […]

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The Port Block Party | Hart’s Mill | 12-14 May 2023

[ May 12, 2023 to May 14, 2023. ]
The Port Block Party in Port Adelaide
One of Adelaide’s hottest mobile festivals is popping up in a brand new location, this time bringing the good vibes to The Port.
This block party event is for all ages and this year, is all-weather inclusive as well. It will be held at the iconic Hart’s Mill and surrounding […]

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Durian Fest | Bonython Park | 6 May 2023

[ May 6, 2023; ]
Durian Fest Tour Adelaide 2023
Taste of Malaysia – Durian Fest Tour 2023 will be hosted in Bonython Park on Saturday 6 May 2023. The Durian Fest brings about not only the infamous Malaysian Musang King Durian but other authentic Malaysian cuisines to be experienced by visitors.  Enjoy authentic Malaysian delicacies, free food tastings and performances.

Some […]

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The Hendon Hub Community Event | 21 May 2023

[ May 21, 2023; ]
Family-friendly community event at The Hendon Hub
Bladez Hendon is hosting a fun afternoon for children and families to enjoy with free haircuts for kids.
Supported by the City of Charles Sturt, Bladez Hendon will launch their new barber business at The Hendon Hub.  There will be free haircuts for kids, a gaming zone with console gaming […]

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Big Fish (School Edition) | Hopgood Theatre | 4-6 May 2023

[ May 4, 2023 to May 6, 2023. ]
Big Fish (School Edition) Musical presented by Tatachilla Lutheran College
Ambition. Courage. Immortality. Redemption. Love. Also a witch, a giant and a glass eye. Intrigued?
Big Fish is a story about a father and a son. It’s also about being the hero of your own life. Expect laughter, tears, lots of songs and quite a bit of […]

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Playbook Performances | Street Circus Extravaganza | Adelaide | Apr & May 2023

[ April 28, 2023 to April 30, 2023. May 6, 2023 to May 7, 2023. May 12, 2023 to May 13, 2023. ]
Free Street Circus Extravaganza – Adelaide
The City of Adelaide is proud to present a range of events in the city year-round! This April and May, head to the city streets for a FREE night of illuminated circus fun that the whole family can enjoy! 
Prepare to be amazed as a group of highly skilled acrobats light […]

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Carclew House Tours and Activities | 13 May 2023

[ May 13, 2023; ]
Carclew House Tours and Activities.
Every year as part of  South Australia’s History Festival, Carclew swings open its doors for tours of the house and grounds. Learn about the links this iconic manor has to significant figures in South Australian history while touring the house and participating in family-friendly activities.
Carclew House was built on Kaurna Land […]

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Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge | DreamBIG Children’s Festival | 20 & 21 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023 to May 21, 2023. ]

Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge 
There was once a small boy called Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and his house was next door to an old people’s home.
He knew all the people who lived there, but his favourite person of all was Miss Nancy Alison Delacourt Cooper. When Wilfrid finds out that Nancy has lost her memory, he […]

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Claire Della and the Moon | DreamBIG Children’s Festival | 20 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023; ]
Claire Della and the Moon
A tender and beautiful production with puppetry, music, striking visuals and poetic storytelling. Join Claire and space dog Laika in the perfect show for these trying times. Using puppetry, music and poetic storytelling, Claire Della and the Moon offers young audiences a metaphoric vocabulary to positively manage their own mental health. 
Claire Della […]

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Erth’s Prehistoric World | DreamBIG Children’s Festival | 20 & 21 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023 to May 21, 2023. ]
Erth’s Prehistoric World – DreamBIG Children’s Festival 2023
See the prehistoric creatures of your imagination come to life on stage with this enchanting show from world-renowned Erth Visual and Physical.
Take an enchanting journey to the bottom of the ocean to discover ancient bio-luminescent creatures and marine reptiles, then back to dry land to witness the breathtaking […]

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Celebrate 140 Years of Adelaide Zoo | 27 May 2023

[ May 27, 2023; ]
Adelaide Zoo Celebrates 140 Years!
Presented by Adelaide Zoo (Zoos SA) along with the South Australian History Festival, celebrate 140 Years of Adelaide Zoo on Saturday 27 May 2023.
Join Giant Pandas Fu Ni and Wang Wang, Obi the Pygmy Hippopotamus, Kimya the giraffe and their feathered, furry and scaly pals at the biggest birthday party of […]

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Preston’s Historic Punch and Judy Show | 28 May 2023

[ May 28, 2023; ]
Preston’s Historic Punch and Judy Show.
Experience the traditional Punch and Judy show with live music performed by (Professor) Keith Preston and Shivani Preston.
Enjoy all the favourite puppet characters in a riot of slapstick comedy from one of the world’s most famous puppet shows. Punch and Judy dates back over 250 years and made its first […]

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Possum Magic | DreamBIG Children’s Festival | 27 May 2023

[ May 27, 2023; ]
Possum Magic
A magical stage adaptation of the much-loved Australian classic tale at DreamBIG Children’s Festival.
This beloved Australian story has enchanted children for forty years. Now the paper and ink is being brought to life on stage. Using a magical mix of live action, stage magic, puppetry and projected animation, Monkey Baa’s awarding-winning creative team has […]

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Night at the Maritime Museum | Port Adelaide | 20 May 2023

[ May 20, 2023; ]
Night at the Museum.
Ahoy! The South Australian Maritime Museum is coming alive after dark with some seafaring fun for the whole family.
Follow the treasure map to explore the Museum and take part in a boatload of activities. There’ll be nautical games, sea creature craft, torchlight storytelling and more. Add to the adventure and go along […]

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Pick Your Own Apples | Mahnew Orchard | 6 & 7 May 2023

[ May 6, 2023 to May 7, 2023. ]
Pick Your Own Apples at Mahnew Orchard
Grab the kids and head to Lenswood to pick fresh Pink Lady apples straight from the trees at Mahnew Orchard.
Mahnew Orchard in the Adelaide Hills will open to the public for two days in May so families can pick their own Pink Lady Apples. Entry includes one of their picking bags and […]

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FREE Outdoor Movie Series | City of Port Adelaide Enfield

[ April 14, 2023; May 27, 2023; ]
Outdoor Movie Series – City of Port Adelaide Enfield
This Autumn, enjoy a free screening of some of your favourite films.
Editor’s Note:

Unfortunately, due to the forecasted weather the City of PAE have had to cancel Saturday’s Free Outdoor Movie – Toy Story (G) – Dover St Reserve. The screening has been rescheduled to 27 May […]

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SA Medieval Fair | Paracombe | 6 & 7 May 2023

[ May 6, 2023 to May 7, 2023. ]
SA Medieval Fair at Paracombe
All ye fine fair folk are welcome to gain entry to crown land for South Australia’s original, largest and most popular Medieval Fair.
Experience a world of medieval fun and excitement at Paracombe with medieval displays, demonstrations, markets, food and entertainment. There will be blacksmithing, medieval archery, dancing, performance artists, minstrels, musicians, […]

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Indofest-Adelaide | Free Family Fun Day | 21 May 2023

[ May 21, 2023; ]
Indofest-Adelaide is a vibrant community festival celebrating all things Indonesian.
The festival is a collaborative effort of South Australia’s Indonesian community groups and is hosted by the not-for-profit Australian-Indonesian Association of South Australia. Immerse yourself in the culture, colour and cuisine of Indonesia at this vibrant family-friendly and sustainable community festival in the city of Adelaide.

There […]

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Ampol State of Origin | Adelaide Oval | 31 May 2023

[ May 31, 2023; ]
2023 Ampol State of Origin – Game 1 at Adelaide Oval
Australia’s greatest sporting rivalry is back with the 2023 Ampol State of Origin Series kicking off in Adelaide on Wednesday 31 May.
Ampol State of Origin is the greatest rivalry in Rugby League. The 2023 State of Origin series will kick off in Adelaide when the New […]

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Cinco De Mayo | Morphettville | 5-7 May 2023

[ May 5, 2023 to May 7, 2023. ]
The Adelaide Day of the Dead Festival team is excited to present the city’s first Cinco De Mayo celebration. 
Cinco De Mayo 2023 will be running over 3 days (Friday 5 May to Sunday 7 May). The festival promises to be the biggest and brightest fiesta of Mexican culture Adelaide has seen. Staged at Morphettville Race […]

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National Railway Museum | Family Friendly Events | Apr – Jul 2023

[ April 2, 2023; April 16, 2023; May 20, 2023 to May 21, 2023. July 20, 2023 to July 23, 2023. ]
The National Railway Museum in Port Adelaide holds various family-friendly events throughout the year for everyone to enjoy. 
The National Railway Museum is once again hosting a series of fun, family friendly events in 2023 including the Semaphore & Fort Glanville 30th Anniversary celebration, Bub’s Birthday Party, Behind Closed Doors and the annual Family Fun Fair.

Mark […]

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DinoFest Dinosaur Festival | Adelaide Botanic Garden | 7 Apr – 14 May 2023

[ April 7, 2023 to May 14, 2023. ]
Adelaide Dinosaur Festival – DinoFest 
Step back in time and encounter a life-sized Tyrannosaurus Rex and its dinosaur friends at DinoFest Dinosaur Festival at the Adelaide Botanic Garden. This exciting outdoor kid-friendly event will take children on a thrilling adventure through the gardens back to the ancient and lost world of the dinosaurs.
This magical and unique […]

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RELICS: A New World Rises | LEGO® Exhibition | South Australian Museum | 4 Mar – 23 Jul 2023

[ March 4, 2023 to July 23, 2023. ]
RELICS: A New World Rises LEGO® Exhibition at the South Australian Museum
LEGO® minifigures take over the South Australian Museum in the world premiere exhibition of RELICS: A New World Rises Exhibition by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler. 
Set in the year 2530, long after the world has been abandoned by humans, the exhibition […]

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