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Melba's Chocolate Factory

School Holiday Fun at Melba’s Chocolates | 7 & 8 Oct 2023

[ October 9, 2022; October 7, 2023 to October 8, 2023. ]
Are you looking for something deliciously fun to do these School Holidays?! …
Look no further than a visit to Melba’s Chocolates at their Woodside Factory! They’re open daily from 9am to 4:30pm.
Watch them in action making all their yummy treats, indulge in one of their deliciously creamy Hot Chocolates, and pick up all your favourite […]

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Adelaide’s Christmas Cracker Trail | Augmented Reality App

[ December 1, 2021 to January 2, 2023. ]  
Adelaide’s Christmas Cracker Trail
After surprising and delighting city visitors in its debut year, the Christmas Cracker Trail app is back bigger and better – with a BIG prize to be won!
Download the award-winning free app on the Apple or Google Play stores and experience augmented reality as you work your way around the CBD and […]

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East Adelaide School Fair | St Peters | 28 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022; ]
East Adelaide School Fair
East Adelaide School Fair in St Peters returns in 2022!
A much loved fundraising event hosted by the students and school community will return on Friday 28 October 2022.  Be welcomed by the school for an afternoon and evening of amusements, market stalls and entertainment.
Highlights include a jelly cup stall, plant sale, lolly […]

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Adelaide International Rose & Garden Expo | Adelaide | 28 – 30 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022 to October 30, 2022. ]
Adelaide International Rose & Garden Expo 
The National Rose Society of Australia (NRSA) is pleased to announce the Adelaide International Rose and Garden Expo will be held on Friday 28 October (4pm – 9pm) and Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 October (9am – 5pm) at the Adelaide Convention Centre with the official opening on Saturday at 1.30pm.
The Expo coincides with […]

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Richard Bell’s Embassy | Art Gallery of South Australia | 21-23 Oct 2022

[ October 21, 2022 to October 23, 2022. ]
Richard Bell’s Embassy at the Art Gallery of SA (AGSA)
Richard Bell’s Embassy will be taking up residence at AGSA from 21 – 23 October 2022, as the Aboriginal Tent Embassy marks 50 years of First Nations activism.
Inspired by the Aboriginal Tent Embassy – the protest camp set up 50 years ago on the lawns of […]

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The Rat Catcher of Angkor Wat | OzAsia Festival | 28-30 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022 to October 30, 2022. ]
The Rat Catcher of Angkor Wat
It’s 2222. A group of futuristic overlords use robotic rats to keep citizens of earth in line. With a dying planet to keep alive, the only hope for our hapless heroes is a saviour who looks decidedly feline…
This is The Rat Catcher of Angkor Wat, a groundbreaking outdoor musical theatre […]

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Flower Day | City of Adelaide | 28 & 29 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022 to October 29, 2022. ]
Flower Day is back in the City of Adelaide
Spring into Adelaide to see beautiful flower installations and activations across the city and North Adelaide with the return of Flower Day for two days of floral fun. 
From 1938 to 1975, Adelaide celebrated an annual Flower Day that allowed Adelaideans to show pride in their city by […]

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Playford Tennis International – Twilight Session | Elizabeth East | 28 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022; ]  
Playford Tennis International – Twilight Session
Get ready to make a racket! This year’s Kid Zone is back in full swing for the City of Playford Tennis International Twilight Session. There’s plenty of kids entertainment so this isn’t one to miss, from sideshow tennis games to test your skills with the racket, native animals, face painting […]

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moth night

Moth Night at the Bee Hub | Brown Hill Creek | 28 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022; ]
Moth Night at the Bee Hub
This Moth Night is part of the Great Southern Bioblitz.
Calling citizens scientists young and old, any experience level, for a relaxed, outdoor summer picnic tea and Moth Night in the beautiful Brownhill Creek/Wirraparinga valley. Hosting the event will be scientists from Ferox australis and Rossi from the Bee Hub.

When the […]

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Mecha Builders Launch Screenings | Space Discovery Centre | 16-23 Oct 2022

[ October 16, 2022; October 20, 2022; October 22, 2022 to October 23, 2022. ]
Mecha Builders – Free Screenings 
New spin-off show, Sesame Street Mecha Builders, will be launching at Adelaide’s Space Discovery Centre for a FREE event this October.
Sesame Street’s first-ever 3D CGI spinoff combines lovable characters and a STEM curriculum for kids. Season One premiered Monday 3 October 2022 on ABC Kids, and will also be available on […]

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Toymate | Grand Opening Party | Noarlunga | 15 & 16 Oct 2022

[ October 15, 2022 to October 16, 2022. ]
New Toymate Store at Colonnades – the largest toy store in South Australia
Toymate is opening their first South Australian store at Colonnades Shopping Centre on Saturday 15 October and families are invited to the grand opening party. Toymate will be the largest toy store in South Australia with a floor space of 1,500 square metres […]

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Golden Grove Lutheran Community Fete | 30 Oct 2022

[ October 30, 2022; ]
Golden Grove Lutheran Community Fete
The Golden Grove Lutheran Community is hosting their annual community fete at Wynn Vale on Sunday 30 October 2022 with over 100 stalls/activities.
Entry is free and there will be many free activities including rock walls, jumping castles and petting zoo. Other activities include pony rides, games, sumo suits, bungee run, face […]

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Halloween Trick or Treat Trail | Henley Square Pavilion | 31 Oct 2022

[ October 31, 2022; ]
Halloween Trick or Treat Trail
Gather at Henley Square Pavilion on Monday 31 October 2022 for a fun Halloween evening.
This is a free event of fun, treats and tricks and the opportunity to dress up and enjoy the Henley Square Pavilion.  Take along your little monsters, witches, ghosts and ghouls for their annual trick or treat […]

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Audition for Shrek Jnr The Musical | ACPA | 16 Oct 2022

[ October 16, 2022; ]
AUDITION NOW for Shrek Jnr Live! 
The ‘Australian Company of Performing Arts’ are excited to announce their very own production of SHREK THE MUSICAL! 
Join ACPA and the Fairy Tale creatures of DULOC for a fun-filled performance season in APRIL 2023. 

This opportunity is open to all 8-19 year olds in South Australia. 

Auditions are happening this October and […]

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Created For You Market | Modbury North | 16 Oct 2022

[ October 16, 2022; ]                 
Created For You Market
On Sunday 16 October 2022, you have the opportunity to support local small businesses at Created For You Market. The market will be held at Burragah Recreation Centre between 10am and 2pm.
Multiple stalls are set to showcase their handmade goods including Dear Charlie Candle Co with scented candles, room sprays and wax […]

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KYD-X Kids & Youth Disability Expo | Netball SA Stadium | 15 Oct 22

[ October 15, 2022; ]
KYD-X Kids & Youth Disability Expo
Now in its 7th year, the KYD-X Kids & Youth Disability Expo returns to Adelaide on 15 October 2022 bigger and better than ever! The event hosts over 120 exhibitors enabling parents, carers and individuals to make better informed choices about the support available to them.
KYD-X is a charity creating […]

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Inspiring South Australian Women: Women in Space | Adelaide | 26 Oct 2022

[ October 26, 2022; ]
Women in Space – Impacting the World and Beyond
INSPIRING, EMPOWERING, ADVANCING are the drivers of this much anticipated event with female leaders from within the space industry.
These speakers will come together to share their rich experiences and inspire greater participation in this exciting and growing sector of the South Australian economy. In partnership with The […]

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Holiday Fun Fair | Bonython Park | 7-16 Oct 2022

[ October 7, 2022 to October 12, 2022. October 14, 2022 to October 16, 2022. ]
Holiday Fun Fair is back at Bonython Park for the October School Holidays.
There is something for everyone at the SAFM Holiday Fun Fair including rides, showbags, sideshow games, plus food and entertainment the whole family will love. Entry is just $3 per person (kids under 2 free) and then you can buy rides, games, show […]

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Mickster the Trickster | Woodcroft | 15 Oct 2022

[ October 15, 2022; ]
Mickster the Trickster
This is a FREE family friendly event for those who love magic.
Mickster the Trickster is Adelaide’s very own mischievous and entertaining family magician. Go along to two FREE Family Magic Shows starring Mickster the Trickster who aims to mesmerise the kids and have adults laughing from the get-go.

The shows will be held at Woodcroft […]

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Kites, Cubbies & Nature Hunts | Nature Festival | 6, 11 & 12 Oct 2022

[ October 6, 2022; October 11, 2022; October 12, 2022; ]
Kites, Cubbies & Nature Hunts
Take a picnic, invite friends, go with a positive attitude and open yourself up for a dose of mindfulness amongst nature.
This event is suburban old fashioned fun that is a tech free zone and connection on a different level with some kite making. Enjoy the mindful activity of kite flying in […]

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Nature for Everyone | Nature Festival | Mount Barker | 9 Oct 2022

[ October 9, 2022; ]
Nature for Everyone
Take in ecosystems, native plants, Aboriginal culture, eat bush foods and enjoy hands on nature experiences.
At ‘Nature for Everyone’ you can select from an array of events or experiences on the day.  This event is being put on by Circle of Friends Australia Inc., a refugee support group. Some refugees in South Australia […]

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Craigmore Community Market | Halloween Market | 30 Oct 2022

[ October 30, 2022; ]
Craigmore Community Market – Halloween Event
Held on the last Sunday of every month, the Craigmore Community Market will host a Halloween Market on Sunday 30 October 2022.

A family friendly market, there will be around 60 market stalls, food trucks, pony rides and free face painting.  The market will be a safe place for little ones […]

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Happy Halloween Family Fun Run | Mawson Lakes | 30 Oct 2022

[ October 30, 2022; ]
Happy Halloween Family Fun Day at Mawson Lakes
The Happy Halloween Fun Run around the lake at Mawson Lakes is returning this year on 30 October 2022.
The event is raising money for Rotary projects aimed at combatting domestic and family violence in the northern suburbs of Adelaide. This year there will be children’s activities, live music […]

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Madagascar Jr – A Musical Adventure | Adelaide Youth Theatre | 12-15 Oct 2022

[ October 12, 2022; October 14, 2022 to October 15, 2022. ]
Madagascar Jr – A Musical Adventure
Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto the stage in this musical adventure.
Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ […]

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Pop-up Wheel Park | Felixstow | 1-16 Oct 2022

[ October 1, 2022 to October 16, 2022. ]
Pop Up Wheel Park at Drage Reserve
A dedicated wheel park is popping up at Drage Reserve in Felixstow during the October school holidays.
The pop-up Wheel Park will be set up at Drage Reserve from Saturday 1 to Sunday 16 October 2022.  Make sure to take along your favourite set of wheels—be it a bike, scooter […]

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Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market | Sweet 16 Celebrations | 2 Oct 2022

[ October 2, 2022; ]
The Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market is celebrating 16 years!
Go along to the Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market on the first Sunday of the school holidays, 2 October, and help them celebrate their sweet 16th.
For 16 years the Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market has been part of the Adelaide community creating a friendly, healthy and inclusive market that reflects […]

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The Coppelia Tutu | South Australian Children’s Ballet Company | 7 & 8 Oct 2022

[ October 7, 2022 to October 8, 2022. ]
The South Australian Children’s Ballet Company proudly presents The Coppelia Tutu.
Be entertained by the Company’s talented young dancers as they perform a modern version of the Coppelia story. You will be taken on a journey from the school library across the globe in this tale of love, mischief and forgiveness. This narrated ballet is highly […]

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory | Shedley Theatre | 27-29 Oct 2022

[ October 27, 2022 to October 29, 2022. ]
NOW Productions presents ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ at the Shedley Theatre.
The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and […]

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Skate Daze | St Clair Skate Park | 15 Oct 2022

[ October 15, 2022; ]
Skate Daze – Brocas/St Clair Skate Park
On the Flip Side is super excited to be back at the St Clair Skate Park/Brocas Youth Centre for another action packed Skate Daze during the October School Holidays.
This is an energetic day filled with live music, skate demos, creative workshops and live art. There will also be food […]

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Halloween: Fright at the Museum | Adelaide | 28 Oct 2022

[ October 28, 2022; ]
Halloween: Fright at the Museum **SOLD OUT**
Get ready for a spook-tacularly fun evening full of ghosts, ghouls and gremlins at the South Australian Museum’s Halloween Party, Fright at the Museum.
Explore five levels of wonder with activities throughout the Museum – dance with DJ Count Spatula and his Monster Mash-Up, find the magician before he vanishes […]

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