Adelaide School Holiday Guide | Top Things to do with Kids During the Holidays
July Winter School Holiday Guide for Kids in South Australia
Find the best activities, events and experiences for kids and families during the July school holidays in our Adelaide School Holiday Guide. Go on an exciting family adventure, get creative at a school holiday program or try a new sport. This is your handy guide to keeping the kids busy and having some family fun during the school holidays.
The South Australian Winter school holidays are from Saturday 4 July 2026 – Sunday 19 July 2026.
Check out our Ultimate Adelaide School Holiday Guide below, featuring some of the most popular, and some not-so-well-known activities on offer. Find workshops, programs, fun things to do, shows to see, and places to visit around Adelaide.
Most programs are open to school-age children 5 years and older but there are some cater for younger kids too. Remember to book in early if your child is interested in participating as sessions can fill quickly.
When making a booking be sure to tell them you heard about them through Play & Go!
We’re constantly adding lots of kids’ activities, programs and events to our guide, so keep checking back for more fun school holiday ideas!
ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY – FAMILY FUN
For loads of ideas for school holiday family fun around Adelaide, check out all these fabulous options below. There’s something for everyone – active adventures; climbing fun; museums to explore; animals to see and much more!
WinterFest | Melba’s Chocolates | Angaston | 18 Jul 2026
WinterFest returns to Melba’s Chocolates at Angaston on Saturday 18 July 2026. Melba’s Chocolates is bringing back its popular WinterFest for a cosy day of family fun in the Barossa Valley. Visitors can enjoy fire pits with Melba’s S’more Packs, Hot Chocolate Flights, Boozy Hot Chocolates, mulled wine, delicious winter food, live music and garden games, making it the perfect ...
Kids Eat Free During School Holidays | July 2026
Looking for Kids Eat Free Deals or other discount meal offers during the school holidays in Adelaide? Eating out is a whole lot cheaper and more affordable if there's a meal deal or you don't have to pay for your kid's meal. There are lots of pubs, cafes and restaurants in Adelaide where kids can get a FREE or discounted ...
Kids Eat Free | LOT.100 | Adelaide Hills
Kids Eat FREE at LOT.100 during the July school holidays & Bottomless Pizza Night is Back on 11 July 2026! Planning a family day out in the Adelaide Hills these school holidays? LOT.100 is making family dining easier (and more delicious) with a Kids Eat FREE offer, plus the return of its popular Bottomless Pizza Night! Throughout the July school ...
Free School Holiday Activities at Churchill Centre | July School Holidays
Looking for some FREE school holiday activities, that are easy and the kids will LOVE? Churchill Centre has the July school holidays covered for all ages! Dates & Times: Week 1: Safari Mini Golf + Balloon Twisting Wednesday 8 July - Friday 10 July 2026 | 10am - 2pm Week 2: Minions Show Wednesday 15 July - Friday 17 July ...
Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre | Myer Centre Adelaide | 1-18 Jul 2026
Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre is popping up during the July School Holidays at the Myer Centre Adelaide! Adelaide goes wild these school holidays as the Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre moves in to the Myer Centre. Journey to Level 2 to discover a wild adventure. Get up close with Australia’s favourite native animals during an interactive wildlife presentation, then continue the ...
School Holiday Movie Guide
Looking for an easy school holiday activity? You can’t beat a trip to the movies. With fresh new releases and plenty of family-friendly titles, the big screen has something for everyone these holidays. School holidays are the perfect time for a cosy family movie outing or a fun catch-up with friends, no matter what the weather’s doing. Escaping into a ...
Free Dinosaur Adventures | Unley Shopping Centre | July School Holidays
Get ready for a FREE ROAR-some dinosaur adventure these winter school holidays at Unley Shopping Centre! Join the FREE family fun from 6 - 17 July, featuring the Adelaide Dino Rangers, dino face painting, glitter tattoos, dino balloons and paint-your-own dinosaur plaster mould activities. All activities run from 11am – 2pm and are FREE to enjoy. No bookings are required; ...
Pirate Life Brewing $6 Kids Meal Deals | Port Adelaide | July School Holidays
Pirate Life $6 Kids Meal Deals Looking for a fun and family-friendly day out these school holidays? Pirate Life in Port Adelaide has you covered. With plenty of space to spread out both indoors and outdoors, it’s a relaxed spot for a family catch-up, long lunch, or casual afternoon. Kids will love the outdoor play area, arcade games, shuffleboard, giant ...
Ancient Animals – School Holidays at Monarto Safari Park | 4-19 Jul 2026
Discover Ancient Animals at Monarto Safari Park during the School Holidays! Journey back millions of years these school holidays and discover the ancient animals that inspired some of Monarto Safari Park's incredible wildlife! Visitors can meet the mighty Woolly Mammoth and its closest living relative, the Asian Elephant, uncover what T. rex and African Lions have in common, and see ...
Ancient Animals – School Holidays at the Adelaide Zoo | 4-19 Jul 2026
Discover Ancient Animals at Adelaide Zoo during the School Holidays! Travel millions of years back in time these school holidays and uncover the incredible connections between prehistoric giants and the amazing animals that call Adelaide Zoo home today! Visitors can compare towering Brachiosaurus with Giraffes, discover what Sabre-tooth cats have in common with Sumatran Tigers, and see how ancient swimmers ...
HEXADECA | Moseley Square Glenelg | 10-26 Jul 2026
This winter, Moseley Square comes alive with the colour, sound and energy of HEXADECA - a vibrant, large-scale interactive installation that invites you to step inside the artwork. Presented by Pulsing Heart, HEXADECA transforms the space into a captivating music-making playground, where a cluster of glowing, spinning seats comes alive through movement, activating both light and sound. As you spin, ...
AVCon Adelaide Anime & Gaming Festival | 4 & 5 Jul 2026
Looking for something exciting to do these school holidays? AVCon is Adelaide's biggest anime and gaming festival, taking over the Adelaide Showground for an unforgettable weekend of fun, creativity, and excitement for the whole family. It might just be the best value family day out in Adelaide too. Children aged 12 and under receive FREE entry with a paying adult, ...
World Chocolate Day at Melba’s | Angaston & Woodside | 7 Jul 2026
Celebrate World Chocolate Day at Melba's - Angaston & Woodside Families looking for a fun (and delicious!) school holiday outing can celebrate World Chocolate Day at Melba’s Chocolates & Confectionery on Tuesday 7 July, with FREE family activities at both of their South Australian locations. What's on at Melba's Woodside Factory - Adelaide Hills FREE Balloon Twisting (10:00am–4:30pm) FREE Chocolate ...
TreeClimb | Aerial Adventures | Adelaide, Kuitpo Forest & Salisbury | July School Holidays
July school holiday fun at TreeClimb Adelaide, Kuitpo, & Salisbury. TreeClimb is the perfect autumn escape if you’re looking to get outside, stay active, and have some fun in the fresh air. With a mix of shaded treetop courses, exciting zip lines and challenges for all ages and confidence levels, it’s a great way to cool off, boost your energy ...
Sea of Light | Burnside Village | 4-19 Jul 2026
Embark on a Journey of Light and Imagination and Dive into Sea of Light at Burnside Village. During the July school holidays you can escape the winter chill and discover a world of wonder at Burnside Village with Sea of Light, a magical, interactive installation presented by Patch Theatre. Using a UV torch as their paintbrush, participants create their own ...
Hey Caddy Mini Golf & X-Golf School Holiday Fun | West Lakes
Winter is a 'Hole' lot of fun at Footy Park Precinct this July! Looking for an all-weather family day out these Winter School Holidays? Footy Park Precinct has you covered with fun for all ages across Hey Caddy, X-Golf and Mosaic Hotel. At Hey Caddy, adults play FREE with every paying child (Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm) using code KIDSSHOUT26, plus kids can ...
Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies | School Holidays at the Adelaide Central Market
Enjoy Winter School Holiday fun for all ages with Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies. Value packed Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies is back at the Adelaide Central Market during the July school holidays! All school holiday activities are free or low cost and include the ever popular Market Trail and Little Market Chefs. Free activities include craft workshops ...
FREE Craft Workshop | District Outlet Centre | July School Holidays
Kids can enjoy FREE craft at District Outlet during the winter holidays. Visit District Outlet Centre this July and let the kids enjoy a free craft workshop decorating a pencil case or satchel! A fun, hands-on activity they’ll love, and a great excuse for a family shopping trip! Dates: Week 1: Tuesday 7 to Thursday 9 July 2026 | 10am-1pm ...
SHANX Mini Golf | School Holiday Family Fun | Regency Park & Paralowie
Enjoy Some Outdoor Fun These School Holidays at SHANX Regency Park and Little Para. Looking for a school holiday activity that gets the kids outdoors and away from screens? SHANX Regency Park and SHANX Little Para offer the perfect mix of fresh air, friendly competition and family fun. Featuring beautifully designed mini golf courses inspired by some of Australia's most ...
OZ: The Cirque Experience | Adelaide Entertainment Centre | 3 & 4 Jul 2026
OZ: The Cirque Experience is coming to Adelaide Entertainment Centre on 3 & 4 July 2026. Looking for a spectacular family show in Adelaide for the July school holidays? OZ: The Cirque Experience is bringing a magical new production to Adelaide Entertainment Centre, combining world-class circus, theatre and live music in a reimagined journey through the Land of Oz. From ...
The Beachouse | Daily School Holiday Fun | Glenelg
The Beachouse in Glenelg - Open every day during the July School Holidays with indoor HEATED waterslides! The Beachouse is the PERFECT destination for a fun family day out, with so many different attractions, they have something for everyone! And when they say fun for the whole family… they mean it! Their attractions include: 3 fully enclosed, heated indoor waterslides ...
SHANX Mini Golf | Junior School Holiday Clinics | South Lakes Golf Club | Goolwa
Located among the scenic Goolwa sand dunes on the Fleurieu Peninsula, SHANX @ South Lakes is a newly opened links-style golf course offering Junior School Holiday Clinics and a fun and challenging experience for the whole family. Winter is a fantastic time to visit SHANX at South Lakes in Goolwa. With cooler temperatures making outdoor activities more comfortable, it's the ...
Universal Kingdom: Ice Age at Adelaide Zoo | Illuminate Adelaide | 2-19 Jul 2026
Universal Kingdom: Ice Age arrives at Adelaide Zoo, as part of Illuminate Adelaide 2026. Step into a prehistoric world frozen in time! In this breathtaking new adventure, the chill of the Ice Age comes alive in a dazzling fusion of puppetry, light, sound, and wonder. Universal Kingdom: Ice Age, the next instalment of Adelaide Zoo’s prehistoric adventure transports you to ...
Room On The Broom – Live on Stage | Adelaide Festival Centre | 3-5 Jul 2026
Room On The Broom - Live on Stage at Adelaide Festival Centre CDP presents Tall Stories' production of Room on the Broom adapted from the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler, published by Macmillan Children's books. Following sell-out seasons across Australia, the team behind The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child return with songs, laughs and scary ...
Mega Swing, Ziplining, High Ropes & Rock Climbing at Adventure Hubs SA | Adelaide Hills & McLaren Vale | July School Holidays
Adventure Hubs South Australia: Ziplining, Rock Climbing & Mega Swing Looking for fun school holiday activities in Adelaide? Adventure Hubs South Australia delivers unforgettable outdoor adventures for families at Mount Lofty Adventure Hub in the Adelaide Hills and Southern Adventure Hub in McLaren Vale. With rock climbing, ziplines, mega swings, high ropes courses and more, it's one of the best ...
School Holiday Movie Deal | Capri Theatre | 4-19 Jul 2026
Grab cheap movie tickets at The Capri during the July school holidays. The iconic Capri Theatre is serving up affordable family movies and classic cinema vibes during the winter holidays. Book tickets online - kids tickets only $7, adults $11 and a family of 4 $35. Or buy tickets directly from the Capri ticket box - 5 tickets for $55 ...
What’s On in City of Salisbury | Family Events, Festivals & Activities | Playgrounds & Top Family Places to Visit
Looking for things to do and places to explore in the City of Salisbury? Whether you're a local resident or a visitor exploring the northern suburbs of Adelaide, there's always something happening in Salisbury. From family-friendly festivals and community markets to live music, cultural celebrations, and school holiday activities, the City of Salisbury is buzzing with events all year round ...
Play School Live In Concert – Humpty’s Big Celebration! | Adelaide Festival Centre | 18 & 19 Jul 2026
Play School Live In Concert - Humpty’s Big Celebration! Celebrating 60 years of Play School, this special live concert brings songs, stories and joyful play to the stage. Join Humpty as he prepares a spectacular show featuring singing, dancing and magic. But when the wheels on the bus get stuck near Old MacDonald’s farm, can Humpty and his friends save ...
Lights at Mawson – Free Winter Lights Event | Mawson Lakes | 17-19 Jul 2026
Looking for a fun and free night out with the family? Lights at Mawson returns to Mawson Lakes (Main Lake), lighting up the evening with a vibrant community celebration for all ages from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 July, 5pm to 10pm nightly. The Mawson Lakes main lake area will light up with an immersive light trail, interactive light maze, ...
City Lights Pitstops | Illuminate Adelaide | 3-19 Jul 2026
Where to Eat & Drink during Illuminate Adelaide's City Lights Illuminate Adelaide’s City Lights trail is the perfect excuse to turn your night out into a full evening adventure, with plenty of fantastic restaurants, cosy wine bars and dessert spots dotted throughout the city. Spanning from North Terrace through the East End and into Rymill Park, the trail is surrounded ...
Digital Abyss | Illuminate Adelaide | ILA | 30 Jun – 19 Jul 2026
Digital Abyss is coming to ILA for Illuminate Adelaide 2026. Discover the secrets of the ocean floor, where technology and nature drift together with Digital Abyss, a spellbinding interactive journey through a magical underwater garden at Adelaide's home of Immersive Light and Art (ILA). Inspired by the curious micro wonders of the largely unexplored deep ocean, Digital Abyss mesmerically unfolds ...
BRIXPO | Event for LEGO® Fans | Adelaide | 11 & 12 Jul 2026
Discover a world where imagination comes to life at BRIXPO, South Australia's largest fan-built LEGO® exhibition! Step into a realm of creativity and wonder during the July school holidays, where families can indulge in endless fun without breaking the bank. Once inside, there are no time limits - stay as long as you like, immersing yourself in the magic of ...
Augmented Games – Interactive Family Activity | Illuminate Adelaide | 26 Jun – 19 Jul 2026
Augmented Games is a brand new interactive arena arcade experience coming to Adelaide Showground from 26 June to 19 July 2026 for Illuminate Adelaide. Part video arcade, part interactive arena, step into a play zone where the floor responds to your every move. There are no screens or headsets - just you, your team, and a series of fast-paced games ...
Night Visions | Adelaide Botanic Garden | Illuminate Adelaide | 1-19 Jul 2026
Night Visions returns to Adelaide Botanic Garden from 1 - 19 July for Illuminate Adelaide 2026. Back by overwhelming popular demand, this nighttime experience, exclusively conceived by Illuminate Adelaide, allows you to step outside the boundary of what you know as Night Visions transforms the secrets of Adelaide Botanic Garden into a gateway to the unknown. Fuelled by cutting-edge light, ...
Illuminate Adelaide 2026 | Best Family-Friendly Events & Things to Do with Kids
Illuminate Adelaide returns from 1–19 July 2026, lighting up the city with a program of immersive light, art and sound installations. Set across the CBD and beyond, the festival brings together large-scale installations, music, technology and a mix of ticketed experiences alongside plenty of free events to explore. If you’re looking for things to do in Adelaide this winter, during ...
City Lights | Free Light Trail | Illuminate Adelaide | 3-19 Jul 2026
City Lights - Illuminate Adelaide's FREE Family Friendly Event! Illuminate Adelaide’s biggest free program of art, light and technology - returns from 3 - 19 July 2026 with an all-new series of exciting free installations featuring interactive experiences, stunning projections, and captivating roaming performances created by world-renowned artists and creative studios. Enjoy 17 unforgettable nights as Adelaide’s iconic cultural institutions ...
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours | July School Holidays
Go on a family adventure during the July school holidays with Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours and explore the natural wonders that surround Garden Island, which is part of Adelaide’s Dolphin sanctuary and Ships graveyard. Join Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours on a guided kayak tour and paddle through peaceful mangrove-lined creeks where only kayaks can go; these are part of a ...
ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR KIDS
There are some fabulous school holiday programs and workshops on offer throughout July for kids in Adelaide. They can develop their skills or learn new things, and have fun at the same time. These are great for kids to do with family friends or friends from school, or go along and meet some new ones.
FREE School Holiday Come ‘n’ Try Sports | Port Adelaide Plaza | 7-19 Jul 2026
FREE School Holiday Come ‘n’ Try Sports at Port Adelaide Plaza. Looking for ways to keep the kids active these July school holidays? Go along and try a variety of sports - for FREE! Brought to you by the City ...
Re:PLAY Eco-conscious, Family Friendly Workshops | Adelaide Festival Centre | 15-18 Jul 2026
Re:PLAY Eco-conscious, Family Friendly Workshops return to Adelaide Festival Centre's Artspace from 15 - 18 July 2026. Adelaide Festival Centre is hosting a series of vibrant, hands-on drop-in workshops during the July school holidays, designed for families to explore creativity ...
Kids Holiday Pottery Sessions | Urth Clay Studio | July School Holidays
Urth Clay Studio's Big Brain Tiny Hands July school holiday pottery classes for kids and teens aged 7 - 17 are back at their Burnside and Goodwood studios. Their one-off pottery classes prioritise experimentation and muddy fun over seeking perfection ...
Play at the Bay | City of Holdfast Bay | July School Holidays
City of Holdfast Bay’s Play at the Bay program returns for the July school holidays with FREE and low cost activities and events. The Play at the Bay School Holiday Program returns from Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July ...
Little Picassos l School Holiday Art Classes | Glenelg, Hyde Park, Magill
Join Little Picassos for a selection of fun and creative July school holiday art classes in a studio setting that offers an inspirational, motivational Artspace for children. Air-conditioned/heated and spacious, with a dynamic and inspirational program to suit every artist ...
Homefresh School Holiday Fun Cooking Classes | July School Holidays
Homefresh kids fun cooking classes will entertain (and feed) your children during the July school holidays, giving you a well-earned break. For just $47 your Mini Chef (4-8 years) can enjoy one and a half hours, and $57 your Future ...
Kids School Holiday Sports Programs | Adelaide University Sport & Fitness | July School Holidays
Looking for a school holiday program that keeps kids active, social, and off screens? Adelaide University Sport's School Holiday Program is packed with sport, games, and fun for children aged 5–11. Sports include: Basketball Soccer Olympic Sports AFL Team Games ...
Australian Space Discovery Centre | FREE School Holiday Program | 4-18 Jul 2026
Discover FREE activities for kids during the school holidays at the Australian Space Discovery Centre in Adelaide. Launch into School Holidays at the Australian Space Discovery Centre this Winter! They have daily activities to inspire budding space explorers and innovators ...
Woodhouse School Holidays UNPLUGGED | Woodhouse Adventure Park | July School Holidays
School Holidays UNPLUGGED at Woodhouse Adventure Park Looking for a screen-free school holiday adventure? Woodhouse’s kids-only drop & go day camps are back with a jam-packed Winter program designed for primary schoolers aged 5–12. Just 10 minutes up the South ...
Cirkidz Wicked Winter School Holiday Program | July School Holidays
Cirkidz Wicked Winter School Holiday program is back for the July school holidays! What if your child's favourite holiday memory was learning a circus trick? The Cirkidz Wicked Winter School Holiday Program is packed with opportunities for kids to climb, ...
NumberWorks’n Words Maths and English Holiday Program | Norwood & Unley | 14-16 Jul 2026
Looking for a fantastic way to keep your child engaged and learning this July holiday break? Look no further! Join NumberWorks'n Words Norwood and Unley centres for their very popular July Holiday Program! Located on The Parade, Norwood and Unley ...
Horse Adventure Days | Wirraway Homestead | July School Holidays
Winter school holidays at Wirraway Homestead! BaptistCare offers unforgettable horse experiences at Wirraway Homestead, including two horse programs for kids who love to ride - from first-timers to those ready to level up. From single-day programs to immersive camps, horse-loving ...
We also have an extensive list of individual posts listing special events, entertainment, shows and much more in our WINTER 2026 School Holidays category.
FREE JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS IDEAS FOR KIDS IN ADELAIDE:
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MORE IDEAS FOR THINGS TO DO IN THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AROUND ADELAIDE
♥ Play at a Playground – See our list of Top Playgrounds Around Adelaide
♥ Top Family Things to do in the Adelaide Hills – check out our list of ideas
♥ South Australian Beaches – Best Beaches Around Adelaide
♥ Book a caravan or camping holiday – check out our South Australian list
♥ Go for a family hike – See 50 Great Walks & Hikes for Families
♥ Visit the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula region south of Adelaide
♥ Explore the Barossa Valley – see our list of family friendly places to visit
♥ Indoor Play Centres – Indoor Play Centres & Cafes Around Adelaide
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