Play & Go Adelaide

[ August 31, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ] [caption id="attachment_197929" align="alignnone" width="630"] Nest of Silk by Oliver Lacey[/caption]
The Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition is on at the South Australian Museum from Saturday 31 August until 3 November 2024.
Currently in its 21st year, the competition celebrates the natural heritage of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea through photography.
See nature […]

[ 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 […]

[ 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 […]

[ 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 […]

[ August 12, 2024 to August 18, 2024. ]
A celebration of all things local here in South Australia!
When you buy South Australian produce, products and services, you’re supporting local people, our community, and the State.
The Buy SA. For SA. campaign showcases all the things we know and love about South Australia, from our best kept secrets to our iconic treats that are shipped […]

[ August 24, 2024; ]
Diamond Park in Murray Bridge will be transformed into a magical wonderland of fire and light for the family friendly event Murray Bridge Glows.
Rug up and get ready for a fun night out with live entertainment all evening. For one night only the Park will be alive with an exciting mix of fire and light […]

[ August 31, 2024; ]
If you love supporting local SA designers, artisans + small businesses, Gathered Design Market is for you.
Gathered Store, located on the main street of Hahndorf, is celebrating its first birthday since opening its first bricks and mortar store in August 2023.
Celebrations will take place on Saturday 31 August 2024 with shoppers and locals warmly invited […]

[ August 9, 2024; ]
BOUNCE Inc and Mattel Australia have teamed up to ignite a spirit of friendship as part of an exciting brand partnership for Thomas & Friends, aimed at fostering human connection, self-expression, and the power of play.
Kicking off this month, the 12-month partnership will see the two iconic brands come together to host a series of […]

[ August 11, 2024; ]   
The City of Salisbury in collaboration with The Science Collective present the Salisbury Science Fun Day at the Salisbury Community Hub.
A day filled with weird and wacky science, the event will be held during National Science Week (10 – 18 August 2024) and is perfectly suited for families and kids aged 5 to 12 […]

[ 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 […]

[ 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 […]

[ 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 […]

[ 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 […]

[ August 31, 2024 to September 8, 2024. ]
The Royal Adelaide Show is back in 2024 with all your favourite showbags, show rides, carnival food and loads of family entertainment. Tickets are on sale now!
Experience the magic of South Australia’s most loved event, the Royal Adelaide Show!  Each year this is where the city meets the country, creating unforgettable experiences and lifelong family […]

[ August 31, 2024; September 14, 2024; September 15, 2024; September 22, 2024; September 29, 2024; October 4, 2024; October 9, 2024; October 10, 2024; October 18, 2024; October 25, 2024; ]
The AFL has announced the fixture for the 2024 NAB AFLW Season.
For the first time teams will play an 11-game NAB AFLW home and away season with an additional game on either a Tuesday or Wednesday as ‘Mid-Week Footy’ is introduced during a four-week block across weeks four to seven in the draw.
The NAB AFLW […]

[ August 3, 2024; ]
Join the local community this weekend as they celebrate the official opening of the Cove Sports and Community Centre.
The Premier of South Australia, Hon. Peter Malinauskas, and Mayor Kris Hanna will come together to officially open the newly upgraded facilities on Saturday 3 August 2024.  Go along for a free breakfast and coffee – plus, […]

[ August 3, 2024; August 5, 2024; ]
Adelaide Thunderbirds 2024 Netball Season – be there as your Adelaide Thunderbirds take to the court in the world’s best national netball competition – Suncorp Super Netball.
After winning their first national league trophy since 2013 in 2023, the Thunderbirds return to take on the 2024 Suncorp Super Netball season. They’re set for a blockbuster Round […]

[ August 17, 2024 to August 23, 2024. ]
CBCA Children’s Book Week Theme for 2024 and Costume Ideas for Kids.
The theme for Children’s Book Week this year is “Reading is Magic” and the featured artist is Jess Racklyeft.
Each year since 1945 the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has brought children and books together across Australia through CBCA Book Week.

During this time schools […]

[ August 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024. ]
Monarto Safari Park will be showcasing some incredible wildlife art and photography as part of the 2024 South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival.
See artworks from wildlife conservation artist Deb Farrimond, amateur wildlife photographer Steve Farrimond and scratchboard artist Patrick Hedges.

Monarto Safari Pari is a conservation charity and saving species from extinction is at the […]

[ August 10, 2024; ]
Barossa Winterfest is a winter food and market event located at beautiful Coulthard House in the Barossa Valley.
Enjoy the return of the Barossa Winterfest in 2024 (rescheduled from 20 July to 10 August) at Coulthard Community Garden next to Coulthard House.  See all your favourite traders, plus wineries, food trucks, crafts and loads more.

Sit back […]