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Adelaide Family Friendly Scavenger Hunt | 2019 & 2020

[ December 1, 2018 to January 20, 2020. ]

Adelaide Scavenger Hunt
Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to experience the city like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you wander at your own pace.

Tourist, local, or new to Adelaide, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can […]

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Barossa Valley Chocolate Company | School Holiday Workshops & Tastings | Dec 2019 – Jan 2020

[ December 1, 2018 to January 27, 2020. ]
Barossa Valley Chocolate Company
These school holidays at the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, kids can participate in chocolate workshops and a pairing experience.
Junior workshops 

Christmas Themed | Monday- Friday, 10.30am | Cost $38pp | 45min session | Bookings essential.

Choc- o-block Decorating

Monday- Friday, 1.30pm | Saturday & Sunday, 10.30am & 1.30pm | Cost: – $20pp | 30min […]

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The Big Wedgie | Inflatable Waterslide Park | West Beach & Elizabeth | 23 Nov 2019 – 9 Feb 2020

[ December 1, 2018 to December 24, 2019. November 23, 2019 to November 24, 2019. December 7, 2019 to December 8, 2019. December 14, 2019 to December 16, 2019. December 26, 2019 to December 31, 2019. January 1, 2020 to February 9, 2020. ]
The Big Wedgie in Adelaide Open All Summer School Holidays
The Big Wedgie’s welcome return will include 4 inflatable, family-friendly waterslides at TWO locations this summer – West Beach Parks opens Saturday 23 November and Elizabeth opens 7 December 2019.  
Standing at a whopping 18.2 meters tall and 82 meters long with a thrilling 55-degree slope, […]

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Sounds of Summer | Marion Outdoor Pool | Dec 2018 & Jan 2019

[ December 15, 2018; December 22, 2018; December 29, 2018; January 5, 2019; January 12, 2019; January 19, 2019; January 26, 2019; ]
Sounds of Summer hosted by the City of Marion
Spend an afternoon with the City of Marion, relaxing by their outdoor pool with live music from Raise Your Voice Music Academy. 

Lay back on the large grassed and shaded lawn areas with a picnic or enjoy food from the kiosk. 

With 3 pools suitable for all age levels […]

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Semaphore Summer Carnival | New Years Eve & Australia Day Fireworks | Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

[ December 15, 2018 to December 24, 2018. December 26, 2018 to January 28, 2019. ]
Semaphore Summer Carnival
Semaphore Summer Carnival is returning for a new season of beachside fun on the foreshore.
Held each year during the summer school holidays, the Semaphore Summer Carnival is a fun-filled outing for the whole family. Enjoy some beachside fun on the foreshore with Ali Baba, Cyclone, dodgem cars, bungee trampolines,  laughing clowns and the […]

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The Art of Christmas | Creative Tree Trail | Lot Fourteen | Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

[ December 7, 2018 to January 6, 2019. ] Creative Tree Trail at Lot Fourteen
Discover The Art of Christmas at Lot Fourteen, North Terrace with a creative tree trail this festive season.
Eight fabulous South Australian artists are using their creative talents and a sprinkle of Christmas magic to bring trees to life at Lot Fourteen this Christmas.

Explore Lot Fourteen over the festive season and […]

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Christmas at Melba’s Chocolates | Woodside | 15-23 Dec 2018

[ December 15, 2018 to December 23, 2018. ]
Melba’s Twilight Trading is back this Christmas.
From Saturday 15 to 23 December 2018 Melba’s  doors will be open from 9am to 10pm. Melba’s Chocolates has long been an iconic destination all year round, but their Twilight Trading promises to be lots of fun with visits from Father Christmas and FREE face painting.
Father Christmas visiting times:

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The Big Wedgie | World’s Tallest Inflatable Waterslide | West Beach Parks | 24 Nov 2018 – 10 Feb 2019

[ November 24, 2018 to February 10, 2019. ]
The Big Wedgie at West Beach Parks
The world’s tallest freestanding inflatable waterslide is back in South Australia and it has a new home by the sea this Summer. West Beach Parks (formerly Adelaide Shores) will host The Big Wedgie, a firm favourite with thrill seekers of all ages.  Plus for the first time two new […]

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Cirkidz Circus School Come and Try until the end of the year + save $100 next year! | 3-15 December 2018

[ December 3, 2018 to December 15, 2018. ]
Cirkidz Circus School Come and Try until the end of the year + save $100 next year!
Thinking about joining the circus in 2019? Why not join Cirkidz for a FREE come and try session and see where your family fits.
There’s something for everyone at the Cirkidz Circus School whether your acrobat wants to swing, bounce or […]

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Christmas Steps | Trinity Church Adelaide | 15 Dec 2018

[ December 15, 2018; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]
Christmas Steps
Christmas story tours and free family fun.
This event includes free Christmas story tours every 15 minutes which come with free ice cream, jelly, popcorn and cake at the end of the tour. There will also be a party in the yard with free activities.

Guests are invited to bring an item of non-perishable food for […]

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Road to Christmas | Seeds Uniting Church | Aberfoyle Park | 14 & 15 Dec 2018

[ December 14, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 15, 2018; 7:00 pm; ]
The Road to Christmas
On Friday 14 & Saturday 15 December 2018, the Road to Christmas comes again to Seeds Uniting Church at Aberfoyle Park.
Seeds Uniting Church is hosting ‘the Road to Christmas’ once again, a free community event that provides an opportunity to experience the sights, sounds, tastes and smells of first century Bethlehem recreated […]

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City of Charles Sturt Christmas Lights Competition | December 2018

[ November 28, 2018 to December 16, 2018. ]
Light Up Your Christmas
The City of Charles Sturt is encouraging residents to light up their Christmas this festive season for a chance to win one of three Westfield gift cards.
The competition is open to homes within the City of Charles Sturt. Register your home or business by midnight on Sunday 16 December 2018. Make sure […]

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Adelaide School Holiday Guide | Best Ideas for December & January School Holidays | Summer 2018-19

[ December 15, 2018 9:00 pm to January 29, 2019 9:12 pm. ]
Adelaide School Holidays – December & January 2018
Find all the best activities & ideas for the Adelaide Summer School Holidays.
To make it easier for you to find things for the kids to do during the school holidays, the Play & Go team have put together our Holiday Guide featuring some of the most popular, and […]

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Make it Snow | Westfield Marion and West Lakes | 1 – 24 Dec 2018

[ December 1, 2018; December 2, 2018; December 8, 2018; December 13, 2018; December 15, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
Make it Snow at Westfield
Bringing the winter wonderland magic to their centres, Westfield Marion and West Lakes will make it snow to celebrate the magic of the North Pole.
Kids and adults alike are welcome to join in and enjoy the snow fall and even snap a few photos at the first ever snowfall in Adelaide.
Make […]

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West End Brewery Riverbank Christmas Lights | Thebarton | 1-31 Dec 2018

[ December 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018. ]

Adelaide’s West End Brewery Riverbank Christmas Lights
The West End Brewery Riverbank Christmas Lights are a magical display of lights and scenes set up along the lawns of the South Australian Brewing Company in Thebarton, just opposite the Entertainment Centre.
The Christmas Riverbank Display is free for all families in Adelaide as a gift from West End Brewery. […]

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Hahndorf Christmas Village | 14 – 16 Dec 2018

[ December 14, 2018; December 15, 2018; December 16, 2018; ]
Hahndorf Christmas Village
Explore the vibrant village of Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills as it decks the halls for Christmas in 2018.
It’s that special time again when you untangle the fairy lights, set up the Christmas tree, and look for the perfect place to get in the holiday spirit. This is your chance to discover Hahndorf […]

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Rundle Mall 12 Days of Christmas Windows | Showcasing SA | 10 Nov – 27 Dec 2018

[ November 10, 2018 to December 27, 2018. ]
12 Days of Christmas in Rundle Mall
A dozen window displays showcase stories from South Australia with creations from the state’s stars including Paolo Sebastian and the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra.
Rundle Mall is set to sparkle this Christmas with the installation of twelve individually crafted window displays evoking the magic, storytelling, generosity and excitement surrounding the enchanting […]

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Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema | Botanic Park | 8 Dec 2018 – 17 Feb 2019

[ December 15, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 16, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 20, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 22, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 23, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 26, 2018; 7:00 pm; January 2, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 5, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 9, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 12, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 19, 2019; 7:00 pm; ]
Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema
Enjoy a film under the stars at Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema in Botanic Park
The December/January program is jam-packed with eight advanced screenings, over 25 new releases and a bunch of fan favourite films. Returning to Botanic Park in Adelaide, film-lovers can recline on a picnic rug underneath the stars and catch a flick on […]

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Parasites: Life Undercover Exhibition | South Australian Museum | 30 Nov 2018 – 3 Feb 2019

[ November 30, 2018 to February 3, 2019. ]
Parasites: Life Undercover Exhibition at the South Australian Museum
Difficult to detect and definitely undesirable, parasites are those little organisms that keep us awake at night, make us itch during the day and spread disease.
The Parasites: Life Undercover exhibition delves into the world of these organisms, who fearlessly use humans, animals and flora to feed off and thrive. […]

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Christmas Proms | Festival Theatre | 14 & 15 Dec 2018

[ December 14, 2018; December 15, 2018; ]
Christmas Proms 2018
It’s the most wonderful time of the year as Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Guy Noble, joins Adelaide’s beloved Christmas Proms at Festival Theatre from 14 – 15 December 2018.
Feel the spirit of Christmas as musical magic comes alive in song and dance with performances by musical theatre star Lucy Durack (Wicked, Wizard […]

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Loxton Lights Festival & Light Up Loxton Day | 24 Nov – 31 Dec 2018

[ November 24, 2018 to December 31, 2018. ]
Loxton Lights Festival
Christmas is a magical time, full of enchantment, celebration and family. Now in its 27th year, the Loxton Lights Festival will once again showcase the joyous festive season for locals and visitors alike.
An enormous Christmas tree dazzles in the heart of town and from there, large clusters of residential streets feature homes adorned […]

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Westminster School Christmas Lights | 14-20 Dec 2018

[ December 14, 2018 to December 20, 2018. ]
Westminster School Christmas Lights brings joy to South Australian Families
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Marion’s Westminster School.
Are you ready to experience the magic and joy of Christmas lights?

South Australian families and children can view thousands of sparkling fairy lights, meet Santa in his Magic Christmas Kingdom, take in the beauty of […]

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Lights of Lobethal Festival | 9-31 Dec 2018

[ December 9, 2018 to December 31, 2018. ]
Lights of Lobethal Christmas Festival
Lobethal lights up on Sunday 9 December 2018 until Monday 31 December 2018. The Lights of Lobethal Christmas festival has been lighting up the Lobethal Valley in the Adelaide Hills for over sixty years. Created by the community of Lobethal, the true spirit of Christmas has now evolved into the largest […]

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Adelaide Christmas Carols Guide 2018 | South Australia

[ November 24, 2018 to November 25, 2018. December 1, 2018 to December 2, 2018. December 7, 2018 to December 9, 2018. December 14, 2018 to December 16, 2018. December 21, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
YOUR 2018 GUIDE TO FAMILY CHRISTMAS CAROL EVENTS IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA!
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 […]

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Hahndorf Christkindlmarkt | 14-16 Dec 2018

[ December 14, 2018 to December 16, 2018. ]
Hahndorf Christkindlmarkt
The Hahndorf Christkindlmarkt is an annual European-style Christmas market, based in the German town of Hahndorf. The market captures the essence of community, celebration, fun, laughter and family enjoying time together, such as is found in many cities in Europe over the Christmas period, but in a warm Aussie setting.
The market features lights, stalls, […]

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The Magic Cave | David Jones Rundle Mall | Adelaide Nov-Dec 2018

[ November 10, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
Visit the Magic Cave in David Jones, Rundle Mall Adelaide
The Credit Union Christmas Pageant on 10 November 2018 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. Once […]

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Santaland | Myer Rundle Mall | Adelaide Nov – Dec 2018

[ November 10, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
Santaland at Myer in Rundle Mall, Adelaide
There were big changes to Myer’s Santaland last year, with Myer refurbishing their festive area on level two of the Adelaide Myer Centre to create a magical winter wonderland for Christmas. The main attraction is the ‘Santaland Express’ – a life size train offering a virtual experience to transport […]

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Christmas Lights, Festive Nights | Victoria Square / Tarntanyangga | 15-23 Dec 2018

[ December 15, 2018 to December 23, 2018. ]
Christmas Lights, Festive Nights in Victoria Square / Tarntanyangga
This year, Christmas in the city will be more magical than ever. Christmas Lights, Christmas Nights’ will see Victoria Square / Tarntanyangga transformed into a festive playground bursting with colour, live music, food trucks, Christmas movie screenings and a sleigh-load of merry-making activities.
For the ultimate merry memory, […]

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Leigh Street Christmas Market | 10, 17, 24 Nov & 1, 8, 15 Dec 2018

[ November 10, 2018; November 17, 2018; November 24, 2018; December 1, 2018; December 8, 2018; December 15, 2018; ]
Leigh Street Christmas Market
A family and community focused event, the Leigh Street Christmas Market will have a focus on handmade and locally crafted/sourced Christmas gifts.
Back for their second year of markets, Leigh Street Christmas Market have taken the feedback from stallholders and market goers and altered their opening times. From 1pm-4pm, they will have Leigh […]

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American Express Openair Cinemas | Riverbank Lawn | 23 Nov – 16 Dec 2018

[ November 23, 2018 to December 16, 2018. ]
Make a night of it under the stars at American Express Openair Cinema.

American Express Openair Cinemas is returning to Adelaide this spring bringing more than movies to its brand new central venue at Riverbank Lawn. The exciting festival program of food, fun and flicks over 24 events are sure to be a must-visit event, with […]

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