Adelaide School Holiday Guide | Top Things to do with Kids During the Holidays
Autumn School Holiday Guide for Kids in South Australia
Find the best activities, events and experiences for kids and families during the April 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.
South Australian Autumn School Holidays: Saturday 11 April 2026 – Sunday 26 April 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!
Free School Holiday Fun at Westfield | 13-24 Apr 2026
This is the way to galactic fun! The Mandalorian and Grogu arrive at Westfield destinations across Adelaide these school holidays! Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure these school holidays! Disney and Westfield are joining forces for a fourth year to ...
Pirate Life Brewing $6 Kids Meal Deals | Port Adelaide | School Holidays April 2026
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, ...
Salisbury Community Fun Day | Bridgestone Athletics Centre | 18 Apr 2026
Enjoy a day out with the whole family and try a new sport at the City of Salisbury’s Community Fun Day. Head to Bridgestone Athletics Centre on Saturday 18 April from 11am to 3pm to enjoy free activities, including basketball, ...
Wilbur’s Wildlife School Holiday Discovery Centre | 11-26 Apr 2026
Wilbur's Wildlife Discovery Centre is heading back to the District Outlet for the April school holidays. The Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre is the ultimate hands-on animal experience for kids! To begin with, enjoy an interactive 30 minute native animal experience ...
FREE School Holiday Fun | Harbour Town Adelaide | 13-17 Apr 2026
Gabby's Dollhouse comes to life these school holidays at Harbour Town Adelaide and you're invited! Step inside the magical world of Gabby's Dollhouse Craft Village and get ready for a fun adventure! These school holidays, little fans can get hands-on ...
Golf Park Adelaide | School Holiday Fun | 11-26 Apr 2026
Looking for something fun, active and different these school holidays? Golf Park Adelaide is Adelaide’s newest indoor golf and entertainment venue, offering a high-energy experience for kids, families and groups. At Golf Park Adelaide kids can enjoy interactive golf games, ...
Zoo Foods – School Holidays at the Adelaide Zoo | 11-26 Apr 2026
A recipe for wild fun at Adelaide Zoo during the April School Holidays! These school holidays families are invited to enjoy a flavour-filled learning adventure at Adelaide Zoo. Visitors can pick up their Zoo Foods Recipe Book on arrival and ...
Safari Foods – School Holidays at Monarto Safari Park | 11-26 Apr 2026
A recipe for wild fun at Monarto Safari Park during the April School Holidays! These school holidays families are invited to enjoy a flavour-filled learning adventure at Monarto Safari Park. Visitors can pick up their Safari Foods Recipe Book on ...
TreeClimb | Aerial Adventures | Adelaide, Kuitpo Forest & Salisbury | April School Holidays 2026
April 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 ...
Pick Your Own Apples At Lenswood | Adelaide Hills
Pick Your Own Apples in the Adelaide Hills This Autumn At Lenswood in the Adelaide Hills. If you’re searching for things to do in the Adelaide Hills this autumn, apple picking at Lenswood is a must. This popular family-friendly activity ...
FREE Craft Activity | Hallett Cove Pavilion | April School Holidays 2026
Head to Hallett Cove Pavilion these April school holidays for a FREE craft activity where kids can decorate their own satchel bag or pencil case. While you’re there, explore Hallett Cove Pavilion’s 50+ stores, making it an easy (and fun) ...
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 ...
Hey Caddy Mini Golf & X-Golf School Holiday Fun | West Lakes & Marion
School Holiday Fun at X-Golf & Hey Caddy in Adelaide. Looking for a boredom-buster these school holidays? Head to X-Golf and Hey Caddy at West Lakes and Marion for indoor fun the whole family will love. Play high-tech golf simulators ...
SHANX Mini Golf | School Holiday Family Fun | Regency Park & Paralowie
Kick off the school holidays with some outdoor fun at SHANX Mini Golf! It’s never been more important to find fun, affordable outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy - and SHANX delivers on all fronts. Everything you need is ...
Free School Holiday Craft at Churchill Centre | April School Holidays 2026
FREE School Holiday Craft at Churchill Centre: Make Your Own Wind Chime. Looking for a free school holiday activity in Adelaide that’s easy, creative and keeps the kids entertained? Head to Churchill Centre these holidays for a fun, hands-on craft ...
School Holiday Movie Deal | Capri Theatre | 11-26 April 2026
Grab cheap movie tickets at The Capri during the April school holidays. The iconic Capri Theatre is serving up affordable family movies and classic cinema vibes during the April holidays. Book tickets online - kids tickets only $7, adults $11 ...
Adventure Hubs SA | Mount Lofty & McLaren Vale | April School Holidays 2026
Adventure Hubs South Australia Adventure Hubs is running some exciting family experiences these April school holidays at Mount Lofty Adventure Hub in the picturesque Adelaide Hills and Southern Adventure Hub at McLaren Vale. Mount Lofty Adventure Hub You will find ...
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours | April School Holidays
Go on a family adventure during the april 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 ...
Fire & Spice Festival | City of West Torrens | Lockleys | 19 Apr 2026
Turn up the heat at Fire & Spice - a day of FREE family fun on Sunday 19 April 2026. This event has a packed program, including shows by the Amazing Drumming Monkeys, Nylon Zoo’s inflatable story theatre, inflatables, face ...
SHANX Mini Golf | 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 a fun and challenging experience for the whole family. The new SHANX 18-hole layout features two pin ...
Police Credit Union Kids & Youth Art Competition & Exhibition | 2 Mar – 30 Apr 2026
POLICE CREDIT UNION KIDS & YOUTH ART COMPETITION & EXHIBITION WIN one of 13 x $200 prizes and be featured in their 2027 calendar PLUS 30 artworks will be exhibited as part of the SALA Festival. How to WIN: Draw ...
The Beachouse | Daily School Holiday Fun | Glenelg
The Beachouse in Glenelg - Open every day during the April School Holidays and all Long Weekend in March! The Beachouse is the PERFECT destination for a fun family day out, with so many different attractions, they have something for ...
Plummers Pick Your Own Apples | Adelaide Hills
Pick Your Own Apples in the Adelaide Hills at Plummers Pick Your Own. Autumn is the perfect time to take a drive into the Adelaide Hills and pick some beautifully sweet, crisp and crunchy apples fresh from the trees. Open ...
The Riddle of Washpool Gully | Dead Puppets Society | Adelaide | 16-18 Apr 2026
Award-winning theatre company Dead Puppet Society brings The Riddle of Washpool Gully to Adelaide for a limited season during the April school holidays. Designed for children aged six and over, this performance combines imagination, folklore and theatrical innovation - making ...
KIIS 1023 Giant Ferris Wheel | Glenelg | Open Daily Oct – May
Take a ride on the KIIS 1023 Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg. The KISS 1023 Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg opens daily, providing spectacular views over the SA coastline, down Jetty Road and across to the Adelaide Hills. Located on ...
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 ...
ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR KIDS
There are some fabulous school holiday programs and workshops on offer throughout December and January 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.
Kids Holiday Pottery Sessions | Urth Clay Studio | April School Holidays 2026
Urth Clay Studio's Big Brain Tiny Hands April school holiday pottery classes are back at their Burnside and Goodwood studios. Their one-off pottery classes prioritise experimentation and muddy fun over seeking perfection. Unlike traditional approaches, they encourage kids to freely ...
Play at the Bay | City of Holdfast Bay | April School Holidays 2026
City of Holdfast Bay’s Play at the Bay program returns for the April school holidays and is full of free and low cost activities and events. Play at the Bay is back with a fantastic mix of hands‑on activities, sport, ...
Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies | School Holidays at the Adelaide Central Market
Enjoy Autumn 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 April school holidays! All school holiday activities are ...
Australian Space Discovery Centre | FREE School Holiday Program | 11-26 Apr 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 Summer! They have daily activities to inspire budding space explorers and innovators ...
Re:PLAY Workshops & Visual Theatre Making & Storytelling | Adelaide Festival Centre | 15-18 Apr 2026
Adelaide Festival Centre is hosting two family-friendly workshops during the April school holidays to inspire families and kids to get creative. Led by prominent South Australian artists, families can learn the art of sustainable art-making with the Re:PLAY – Eco-conscious, ...
FREE School Holiday Sports Program | City of Charles Sturt | April School Holidays 2026
City of Charles Sturt FREE School Holiday Sports Program returns in April 2026. Kids of all abilities, aged from 3-17 years, can book a FREE spot in the City of Charles Sturt’s School Holiday Sports Program. Held at various locations ...
Little Picassos April School Holiday Art Classes | Glenelg, Hyde Park, Magill
Join Little Picassos for a selection of fun and creative April 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 ...
Cirkidz Super April School Holiday Circus Programs
Cirkidz is back for the April school holidays with a massive program of circus fun for kids aged 5–12! The Cirkidz School Holiday Program at the SA Circus Centre in Bowden is packed with high-energy circus sessions designed to get ...
Woodhouse School Holidays UNPLUGGED | Woodhouse Adventure Park | April 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 Autumn program designed for primary schoolers aged 5–12. Just 10 minutes up the South ...
Kids School Holiday Sports Programs | Adelaide University Sport & Fitness | April School Holidays
Keep the kids active these school holidays with the Adelaide University Sport & Fitness School Holiday Program Designed for children aged 5–11, the program introduces kids to a range of fun, entry-level sports and activities that help build confidence, develop ...
NumberWorks’n Words Maths and English Holiday Program | Norwood & Unley | 14-16 Apr 2026
Looking for a fantastic way to keep your child engaged and learning this April holiday break? Look no further! Join NumberWorks'n Words Norwood and Unley centres for their very popular April Holiday Program! Located on The Parade, Norwood and Unley ...
Horse Adventure Days | Wirraway Homestead | 21-23 Apr 2026
BaptistCare offers unforgettable horse experiences at Wirraway Homestead. From single-day programs to immersive camps, horse-loving kids will discover confidence, connection and fun through safe, supervised experiences led by qualified instructors. At Wirraway Homestead, your kids can spend the day riding, ...
We also have an extensive list of individual posts listing special events, entertainment, shows and much more in our AUTUMN 2026 School Holidays category.
FREE AUTUMN SCHOOL HOLIDAYS IDEAS FOR KIDS IN ADELAIDE:
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
At Play & Go Adelaide we make every effort to provide accurate information to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We recommend confirming times, dates and details directly before making any plans as details may be subject to change.
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