Adelaide School Holiday Guide | Top Things to do with Kids During the Holidays
Spring School Holiday Guide for Kids in South Australia
Find the best activities, events and experiences for kids and families during the October 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 Term 3 School Holidays – Saturday 26 September 2026 – Sunday 11 October 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 – OUTDOOR FAMILY FUN
For some outdoor school holiday inspiration check out these places around Adelaide for endless family fun. There’s something for everyone – active adventures, climbing fun, sports to play and much more!
Zoo Colours – School Holidays at the Adelaide Zoo | 26 Sep – 11 Oct 2026
Get ready for a colourful adventure at Adelaide Zoo with Zoo Colours - a FREE self-guided school holiday program! Visitors to Adelaide Zoo can grab a free activity booklet and set off around the zoo to discover the incredible colours of the animal world. Along the way, you can hunt down colourful clues, uncover fascinating animal facts and collect letters ...
Art in the Park – School Holidays at Monarto Safari Park | 26 Sep – 11 Oct 2026
Get creative at Monarto Safari Park with Art in the Park during the School Holidays! Get creative at Monarto Safari Park with Art in the Park, a FREE self-guided school holiday adventure for kids aged 4–14, with plenty for grown-ups to enjoy too! With a free activity booklet in hand, participants can set off across the park to discover 12 ...
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 ...
TreeClimb | Aerial Adventures | Adelaide, Kuitpo Forest & Salisbury | Spring School Holidays
TreeClimb's Spring Holiday Challenge: Can You Conquer All 3 Parks? Looking for the ultimate school holiday adventure? This spring, challenge your family to visit all three TreeClimb locations across the two-week school holidays and experience three unique outdoor adventures! From the city skyline views of TreeClimb Adelaide, to the towering forests of TreeClimb Kuitpo, and the family-friendly fun of TreeClimb ...
Mega Swing, Ziplining, High Ropes & Rock Climbing at Adventure Hubs SA | Adelaide Hills & McLaren Vale | Spring 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 ...
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours | Spring School Holidays
Go on a family adventure during the spring 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 ...
Muddy Hands Festival | Golden Grove | 30 Sep 2026
Muddy Hands Festival is back these school holidays! The grubbiest, muddiest event of the year returns to Golden Fields Reserve on Wednesday 30 September - and it's free to attend! Proudly presented by the City of Tea Tree Gully in partnership with Nature Play SA, Muddy Hands Festival is a FREE family-friendly event all about getting kids outside to play ...
Nature Festival: Flow | South Australia | 25 Sept – 11 Oct 2026
Nature Festival 2026 - Family Friendly Events in Adelaide & South Australia Nature Festival returns to Adelaide and regional South Australia from 25 September to 11 October 2026 with more than 350 nature-inspired events celebrating nature, gardens, wildlife, art, outdoor adventures, Aboriginal culture, and plenty of family friendly events to enjoy during the spring school holidays. From Adelaide gardens and ...
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.
Australian Space Discovery Centre | FREE School Holiday Program | 26 Sep – 11 Oct 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 Spring! They have daily activities to inspire budding space explorers and innovators ...
NumberWorks’n Words Maths and English Holiday Program | Norwood & Unley | 6-8 Oct 2026
Looking for a fantastic way to keep your child engaged and learning during the spring school holidays? Look no further! Join NumberWorks'n Words Norwood and Unley centres for their very popular Holiday Program from 6 - 8 October 2026! Located ...
Voyager Playford Spring 2026 Tennis Camps for Kids
Voyager Playford Spring 2026 Tennis Camps – Register Now! Looking for a fun, high-energy way to keep your kids active, smiling, and outdoors these school holidays? Join Voyager Tennis Playford for their exciting Spring School Holiday Tennis Camps from 28 ...
Horse Adventure Days | Wirraway Homestead | Spring School Holidays
Spring school holidays at Wirraway Homestead! Looking for school holiday activities in Adelaide and South Australia that get kids outdoors and trying something new? Wirraway Homestead offers hands-on farm and horse experiences for kids and teens, from meeting and caring ...
Cirkidz School Holiday Circus Program | Sep/Oct 2026
Spring 2026 School Holiday Circus Program - Bookings Open! Looking for something active, creative, and screen-free these school holidays? Send the kids to the circus! The Cirkidz School Holiday Program at the SA Circus Centre in Bowden is packed with ...
Woodhouse School Holidays UNPLUGGED | Woodhouse Adventure Park | Spring 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 Spring program designed for primary schoolers aged 5–12. Just 10 minutes up the South-Eastern ...
Kids Holiday Pottery Sessions | Urth Clay Studio | Spring School Holidays
Urth Clay Studio's Big Brain Tiny Hands spring 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 ...
ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY – INDOOR FAMILY FUN
For loads of ideas for school holiday indoor family fun around Adelaide, check out all these fabulous options below. There’s something for every age group – play spaces to discover, museums to explore, shopping centres to roam and much more!
Stay tuned for lots of fun ideas – coming soon!
FREE School Holiday Fun – Follow the Tradie Trail | Gepps X Home HQ | 3 Oct 2026
Head to Gepps X Home HQ for their FREE Tradie Trail on 3 October 2026! Do you have a little one that is obsessed with being a tradie? Take them to Gepps X Home HQ for the FREE Tradie Trail. Collect your map, follow the trail and enjoy free activities and giveaways along the way. Plus, the SuperNovas will be ...
Free School Holiday Activities at Churchill Centre | Spring School Holidays
FREE School Holiday Activities at Churchill Centre. Looking for some FREE school holiday activities, that are easy and the kids will LOVE? Churchill Centre has these school holidays covered for all ages! Get up close with native wildlife and meet PAW Patrol favourites Chase, Skye and Marshall. Week 1: Wildlife Encounters Experience Families will have the opportunity to get up ...
The Beachouse | Daily School Holiday Fun | Glenelg
The Beachouse in Glenelg - Open every day during the Spring School Holidays with indoor heated waterslides! Plan a day down at the Bay and let the kids have a ball at The Beachouse - 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 ...
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 ...
School Holiday Movie Deal | Capri Theatre | 26 Sep – 11 Oct 2026
Grab cheap movie tickets at The Capri during the spring school holidays. School holiday movie magic is back at the Capri! Catch these family favourites on the big screen: Coyote vs ACME Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie Forgotten Island Head along on a Wednesday or Thursday and catch the mighty WurliTzer theatre ...
Pirate Life Brewing $6 Kids Meal Deals | Port Adelaide | Spring 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 ...
Wilbur’s Wildlife School Holiday Discovery Centre | 28 Sep – 9 Oct 2026
Wilbur's Wildlife Discovery Centre is heading back to the District Outlet for the October 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 where you can pat and hold a range of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs and more. Then, explore the enclosures where ...
What’s On in the 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 ...
FREE School Holiday Fun – Animal Nursery | Port Adelaide Plaza | Oct 2026
Free School Holiday Animal Nursery - get up close and friendly with cuddly farm animals at Port Adelaide Plaza! Enjoy free school holiday fun with Farmer Darcy’s Travelling Animal Farm. Meet and cuddle adorable baby farm animals, then get creative with free animal‑themed crafts on Thursday 1, Friday 2, Thursday 8 and Friday 9 October 2026. Dates & Times: Thursday ...
ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY – EATING OUT WITH KIDS
Whether you’re planning lunch while you’re out and about or simply want a night off cooking, check out these Adelaide school holiday food deals for families and save a little while eating out with the kids.
Pirate Life Brewing $6 Kids Meal Deals | Port Adelaide | Spring School Holidays
Pirate Life $6 Kids Meal Deals Looking for a fun and family-friendly day out these school holidays? Pirate Life in ...
We also have an extensive list of individual posts listing special events, entertainment, shows and much more in our SPRING 2026 School Holidays category.
FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS IDEAS FOR KIDS IN ADELAIDE:
If you’re looking for some FREE things to do, check out these options:
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.
SUBSCRIBE
Follow Play & Go Adelaide on Facebook and Instagram
Want to get all the latest events and activities straight to your inbox?
Subscribe to our weekly email newsletter below to keep up to date with our latest posts and find out all the best events & activities for Adelaide families. Newsletters are only sent once a week, and you may sometimes get a special offer exclusively for our subscribers only!