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25 Things to Do in Summer in Adelaide | Nature Play SA

[ December 1, 2016 to February 28, 2017. ]
25 Things to Do in Summer in Adelaide
Rockpool discoveries, summer fruit harvests, early morning bushwalks, nature boat racing, balmy evenings by the water… get set for an endless summer of outdoor play with Nature Play SA’s list of ‘25 Things to Do in Summer’!
Print a copy for your family, pop it on the fridge, and […]

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FREE Entry for Kids to Curious Beasts: Animal Prints from Dürer to Goya | South Australian Museum | Jan – 5 Feb 2017

[ October 21, 2016 to February 5, 2017. ]
Looking for things to do these school holidays? The South Australian Museum are offering FREE entry for kids (under 5 years old) to their current exhibition Curious Beasts: Animal Prints from Dürer to Goya during the January holidays.
This is your last chance to see the beautiful and bizarre collection before it’s packed up and sent […]

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Zoos SA's Zooperstar: Become the face of Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Zoo

Become the face of Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Zoo | Zoos SA’s Zooperstar competition | 25 Nov – 25 Dec 2016

[ November 25, 2016 to December 25, 2016. ]
Zoos SA’s Zooperstar Competition: Become the face of Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Zoo
Calling all little animal lovers!
Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Zoo are on the prowl for the new face of Zoos SA. Visit Adelaide or Monarto Zoo and your little monkey could become their first Zooper-star!

The winner of the Zooperstar competition will become the face of Zoos SA and […]

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | Capri Theatre | 4 Dec 2016

[ December 4, 2016; 6:30 pm; ]
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Come and see Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them at the Capri Theatre and help raise money for children in need.
Toc H is holding a screening of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them at the Capri Theatre, to raise money for their camping program.

Facilitated entirely by volunteers, and funded […]

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The Races Family Days

The Races SA Family Days | There’s nothing like a day at the races | Dec 2016 – Jan 2017

[ December 4, 2016; December 11, 2016; December 18, 2016; December 26, 2016; January 2, 2017; January 4, 2017; January 22, 2017; January 28, 2017; ]  
The Races SA Family Days 2016
There’s nothing like a day at the races
This summer enjoy some family-friendly races at locations around Adelaide and South Australia from Kangaroo Island to Mount Gambier, Morphettville to Murray Bridge.
Murray Bridge Christmas Cup | Sunday 4 December 2016

It’s one of the biggest Family Days in the state with kids’ rides, face […]

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A Peek Inside Santaland | Myer Adelaide, Rundle Mall | 2016

[ November 12, 2016 to December 24, 2016. ]
A Peek Inside Santaland at Myer Adelaide
A visit to Myer’s SantaLand is such a fun experience for little ones as each year they build a little village inside the store, which is always beautifully decorated for Christmas.
As well as visit Father Christmas, children can use the ‘Dear Santa’ stationery and writing desk to draw a […]

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Moana Raises the Sails to Help Support Children’s Hospitals | 4 Dec 2016

[ December 4, 2016; 11:00 am; ]
Moana Raises the Sails to Help Support Children’s Hospitals
The new animated adventure from Walt Disney Animation Studios’, Moana, will make its big-screen debut on Sunday 4 December 2016 at 55 selected Event, Greater Union, BCC and GU Film House Cinema locations nationwide in an exclusive advance screening to help raise money for children’s hospitals around […]

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Christmas in Rundle Mall

What’s on this Christmas in Rundle Mall | Christmas in Adelaide

[ November 23, 2016 to January 9, 2017. ]
What’s on this Christmas in Rundle Mall
Get into the festive spirit!
There’s so much to see this Christmas in Rundle Mall. From Christmas-themed food, to a forest of real Christmas trees, to a beautiful Christmas carousel there are so many magical activities to enjoy.

Visit the Festive Forest this Christmas in Rundle Mall
As you wander through Rundle Mall you will […]

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The Lord Mayor’s Christmas Gala Concert | 4 Dec 2016

[ December 4, 2016; 2:00 pm; ]
The Adelaide City Council is proud to present the Lord Mayor’s Christmas Gala Concert for 2016.
Martin Haese – Lord Mayor of Adelaide’s Christmas Gala at the Adelaide Town Hall, which this year celebrates its 150th Anniversary, will be filled with spectacular performances from some of Adelaide’s most talented performers.

Featuring:

Keith Conlon (MC)
Mario Bellanova with […]

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The Magic Cave | David Jones Rundle Mall | A Peek Inside | Nov-Dec 2016

[ November 12, 2016 to December 24, 2016. ]
A Peek Inside The Magic Cave
The Credit Union Christmas Pageant on 12 November 2016, welcomed Father Christmas to Adelaide and as usual he is a special guest at the Magic Cave in David Jones, Rundle Mall Adelaide.
As many would know, the Magic Cave has had plenty of changes over the years. However we had a […]

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Sensory Santa | Westfield Marion | 4, 10 and 11 Dec 2016

[ December 4, 2016; 8:00 am to 10:00 am. December 10, 2016; 8:00 am to 10:00 am. December 11, 2016; 8:00 am to 10:00 am. ]
Sensory Santa
Westfield Marion are pleased to be hosting Sensory Santa sessions this Christmas to offer a peaceful Santa experience for those families with special needs children.
Sensory Santa offers no queues, no background music and takes place during a time when the Centre isn’t as busy or is closed.

Sensory Santa Sessions will take place during the […]

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West End Brewery Riverbank Christmas Lights | 21 Nov 16 to 1 Jan 17

[ November 21, 2016 to January 1, 2017. ]

West End Brewery Riverbank Christmas Lights
Editor’s Note 28 December 2016:
Due to the heavy storm overnight, the West End Brewery Christmas Lights has been forced to close early after flooding of the Torrens has caused damage to some of the displays. It was scheduled to stay open until 1 January 2017 but will now not be […]

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Christmas Lights Adelaide 2016 | The Best Streets to See Christmas Lights Around Adelaide

[ November 19, 2016 to December 31, 2016. ]
Christmas Lights Adelaide
Find all the best streets around Adelaide decorated with Christmas lights.
Every year the number of home owners who adorn their properties in sparkling lights seems to grow, making our suburban streets come to life after dusk.
It’s a fabulous FREE treat for the children to wander along and admire the huge effort some families […]

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Adelaide Christmas Carols Guide

Adelaide Christmas Carols Guide 2016 | South Australia

[ November 25, 2016 to December 24, 2016. ]
Christmas Carols | Adelaide, South Australia | Find Your Local Carols Event
Going to a Christmas Carols event within your local community is a popular annual tradition for many families. There’s something special about putting a picnic together, meeting up with family and friends and sitting back to listen and sing along to carols by candlelight.

Whether […]

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Loxton Lights Festival

Loxton Lights Festival | 26 Nov-31 Dec 2016

[ November 26, 2016 to December 31, 2016. ]
Loxton Lights Festival
Loxton shines during this joyous festival with thousands of twinkling fairy lights, bright colourful banners, sparkling garlands and tinsel to create a magic spectacle. An enormous Christmas tree dazzles in the heart of town and from there, large clusters of residential streets feature homes adorned with over 350 illuminated Christmas scenes, paintings and […]

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Costume Exhibition | Ayers House | On now – 11 Dec | 2016

[ October 20, 2016 to December 11, 2016. ]
Ayers House – Costume Exhibition
Ayers House Museum is currently  welcoming families to view The Dress Maker Costume Exhibition. The exhibition features almost 50 costumes appearing over two floors of the beautiful Ayers House.  Hot on the heels of the hit Australian film, The Dressmaker, the National Trust in association with Film Art Media proudly presents […]

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Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival | 2 – 4 Dec 2016

[ December 2, 2016 to December 4, 2016. ]
Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival
A wonderland of beautiful creations
Get lost within the magical environment of Christmas trees, lights, glitter and sparkle designed and crafted by talented Mitcham hills residents and businesses at Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival.

Children can chat with Santa

Santa will be resident in his Magic Cave in Blackwood; all child visitors will receive a little […]

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Christmas Pageants Guide 2016 | Adelaide – South Australia

[ November 5, 2016; 10:00 am; November 12, 2016; 9:30 am; November 19, 2016 10:00 am to November 20, 2016 10:00 am. November 26, 2016; 10:00 am; December 2, 2016 to December 4, 2016. December 9, 2016 to December 11, 2016. December 17, 2016 to December 19, 2016. December 23, 2016; ]
Your Guide to South Australia’s Christmas Pageants 2016

Find out when your local Christmas Pageant is happening this year, in and around Adelaide.
Most councils host a fabulous, family friendly pageant in their main street for local residents to enjoy. Community Christmas Pageants are a great way to support local businesses, organisations, schools and clubs as they […]

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Bupa RideAbout | 2016

[ October 30, 2016; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. November 13, 2016; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. December 4, 2016; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Bupa RideAbout 2016: Family. Fun. Together.
If you’re looking for an exciting weekend activity to get the family outdoors together during the warmer weather, Bupa has the answer with its new Adelaide RideAbout series.
Bupa RideAbout is designed for all ages and abilities to hop on a bike and explore the best of Adelaide’s beautiful parks. To add […]

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Singin’ in the Rain | 1 – 18 Dec 2016

[ December 1, 2016 to December 18, 2016. ]
This spectacular show is packed full of the charm, romance, comedy and Tinseltown glamour of one of the world’s best-loved movies.
It tells the story of the first Hollywood musical, when the silver screen found its voice and left silent movies – and some of its stars – behind.

As well as glorious songs including ‘Good Morning’, […]

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ObstaSplash SA | Oakbank | 3 & 4 Dec 2016

[ December 3, 2016 to December 4, 2016. ]
ObstaSplash is Australia’s largest fully inflatable obstacle course!
What is ObstaSplash?
ObstaSplash is an all new Australian grown and operated 5km inflatable obstacle course suitable for all levels (ages 13 upwards). This is an untimed event with the emphasis on fun. The course is best completed with your mates for the ultimate laugh, and for extra giggles why […]

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START at the Art Gallery | Program Summary

[ March 6, 2016; 11:00 am; April 3, 2016; 11:00 am; 11:00 am; May 1, 2016; 11:00 am; June 5, 2016; 11:00 am; July 3, 2016; 11:00 am; August 7, 2016; 11:00 am; September 4, 2016; 11:00 am; October 2, 2016; 11:00 am; November 6, 2016; 11:00 am; December 4, 2016; 11:00 am; ]
START at the Art Gallery
The Art Gallery of South Australia offers an exciting introduction to visual art for children and families through START at the Gallery.
Held on the first Sunday of every month, the free START program includes art activities, tours, trails, live music and entertainment.
Suitable for ages 5-10 years (with parent/carer supervision required).
Cost is […]

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