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 HOLIDAYS – 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!

FREE School Holiday Fun | Harbour Town Adelaide | 7-11 Oct 2026

Paw Patrol Meet & Greet at Harbour Town Adelaide - Meet Chase & Marshall! Calling all pups and their families! Join the fun at Harbour Town Adelaide for an action-packed day as everyone's favourite rescue heroes, Chase and Marshall, arrive for a special Meet & Greet event. Take the kids along to meet Chase, the brave police pup, and Marshall, ...

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Waterworld Aquatic Centre | Ridgehaven | Reopening 28 Sep 2026

Slide into fun at Waterworld Aquatic Centre - reopening 28 September 2026. Looking for a fun-filled adventure these school holidays? Waterworld Aquatic Centre has you covered! Dive into heated pools, take on the inflatable AquaRun, and let the kids run wild in the interactive splash pad. With the waterslides open every day, why not go all out with an unlimited ...

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SHANX Mini Golf | South Lakes Golf Club | Goolwa

Mini Golf Fun at SHANX @ South Lakes these School Holidays! Heading to Goolwa these school holidays? SHANX @ South Lakes is a fun option for families looking to get outdoors and enjoy a little friendly competition. Located on the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula and surrounded by scenic Goolwa sand dunes and high-quality landscaping, this newly opened links-style golf course offers ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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. 

Play at the Bay | City of Holdfast Bay | Spring School Holidays

City of Holdfast Bay's popular school holiday program, Play at the Bay, is back for the Spring holidays! Looking for affordable, local fun these school holidays? With activities for ages 3+, Play at the Bay offers something for every interest, ...

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Little Picassos l School Holiday Art Classes | Glenelg, Hyde Park, Magill

Join Little Picassos for a selection of fun and creative spring 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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – 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!

Free Mini BRIXPO Pop-up | Myer Centre Adelaide | 28 Sep – 9 Oct 2026

BRIXPO in the City! FREE LEGO® Pop-up at Myer Centre Adelaide during the school holidays, proudly presented by Southern Bricks LEGO User Group. BRIXPO has built a name for itself across South Australia, with thousands of people celebrating the world of LEGO® each year at their annual sold out events. For the very first time a BRIXPO pop-up version will ...

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Hey Caddy Mini Golf & X-Golf School Holiday Fun | West Lakes

School Holidays are a 'Hole' lot of fun at Footy Park Precinct! Looking for an all-weather family day out during the Spring School Holidays? Footy Park Precinct has you covered with fun for all ages across Hey Caddy, X-Golf and Mosaic Hotel. Whether it’s themed mini golf for the little ones or competitive fun for older kids on the X-Golf ...

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What’s on at the National Motor Museum | Spring School Holidays 2026

Fuel your curiosity these school holidays at the National Motor Museum! Get ready for a school holiday adventure filled with racing, discovery and motoring fun at the National Motor Museum. Explore Australia’s motoring history, take part in interactive activities and discover fascinating stories behind the vehicles that shaped our journeys. Scalextric Racing Are you the next racing champion? Put your ...

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What’s on at the South Australian Maritime Museum | Spring School Holidays 2026

Adventure awaits these school holidays at the South Australian Maritime Museum! Set sail for a day of discovery at the South Australian Maritime Museum these school holidays. Explore fascinating maritime stories, get hands-on with interactive activities, and step aboard the historic MV Archie Badenoch for a Port River adventure. Lost & Found LEGO® Trail Let your imagination set sail with ...

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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 ...

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FREE School Holiday Fun at Westfield | 28 Sep – 10 Oct 2026

Get ready to assemble! These school holidays, Westfield and Marvel are inviting customers and fans of all ages to explore an unmissable line up of Marvel-themed activities and experiences at Westfield destinations across Adelaide. From hands-on Marvel-inspired activity stations to the chance to win an unforgettable Marvel-themed family holiday to Hong Kong Disneyland, there is something for heroes of all ...

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Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies | School Holidays at the Adelaide Central Market

Enjoy Spring School Holiday fun for all ages at the Adelaide Central Market. Spring has sprung and Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies is back! Celebrate the spring school holidays at Adelaide Central Market, where fresh flavours, colourful produce and family fun come together. From hands-on cooking classes and crafts to free live entertainment and the beloved Market Trail, there’s ...

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Kids Puppy and Kennel Workshops | District Outlet Centre | Spring School Holidays

Puppy and Kennel Workshops at District Outlet Centre. Unleash the fun at District Outlet Centre these school holidays! For just $5, pick your pup, design a kennel and take them home. Bookings essential. Online booking required. You may be turned away on the day if you have not made a booking. $5 per ticket, this includes 1 x Pre-Stuffed Puppy, ...

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Free School Holiday Fun – The Little Gardeners Patch | Unley Shopping Centre | Spring School Holidays

The Little Gardeners Patch is popping up at Unley Shopping Centre! Visit The Little Gardeners Patch during the spring school holidays, where children can plant their own flower bulb, decorate their pot, enjoy spring-themed activities and take their little garden home to watch it grow.* Children can get their hands dirty planting their very own flower bulb before decorating their ...

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FREE Make your own Bracelet or Keyring Workshop | Hallett Cove Pavilion | Spring School Holidays

Head to Hallett Cove Pavilion this October school holidays for a FREE workshop where kids make their own Bracelet or Keyring. AND whilst you are there, make sure you check out the super cool playground and everything Hallett Cove Pavilion has to offer with over 50 stores! Workshop Details: Dates: Week 1: Tuesday 29 & Wednesday 30 September 2026 | ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS – 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.

Choctober | Melba’s Chocolates Angaston | 4 Oct 2026

Choctober is Back at Melba’s Angaston! Chocolate lovers, mark your calendars! Melba’s Chocolates & Confectionery is bringing Choctober back to ...

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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 ...

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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 THINGS TO DO & SEE DURING THE SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Looking for FREE things to do during the school holidays? You don’t have to spend money every day to keep the kids entertained. Pack some snacks or a picnic and head out for the day – there are plenty of great places around Adelaide to explore for free.

Here’s some ideas to get you started:

♥ Plant a native seed on North Terrace – visit The Seedling Exchange outside the State Library during Nature Festival, plant a native seed and either take it home to nurture or leave it to become part of the growing installation. It’s free and open throughout the holidays. See The Seedling Exchange details

♥ Moon Lantern Trail and Hong Kong Dragon – Don’t miss the Moon Lantern Trail and Hong Kong Dragon a OzAsia Festival 2026. It starts on 9 October 2026!

♥ Get muddy at Nature Festival – Nature Festival runs throughout the school holidays with more than 350 events across South Australia, including plenty of free family activities. Look out for the free Mud Kitchen at Netley Community Garden and other nature play, wildlife and outdoor activities. Explore Nature Festival family events

♥ Visit the Australian Space Discovery Centre – head into the city for free space-themed school holiday activities and explore the Discovery Centre’s interactive displays while you’re there. Bookings are required for some sessions. See the school holiday program

♥ Head to Morialta – Make a day of it with a walk to First Falls and a play at Morialta Nature Playground. 

♥ Follow the Storybook Trail at Carrick Hill – wander through the beautiful grounds and discover play spaces inspired by classic children’s stories, including The Magic Faraway Tree, Charlotte’s Web and The Hobbit. Explore the Carrick Hill Storybook Trail

♥ See the Rhododendron Gully at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden – spring is one of the best times to visit, with rhododendrons and azaleas bringing plenty of colour to the garden. Pack a picnic and explore some of the walking trails while you’re there. See our Mount Lofty Botanic Garden guide

♥ Walk to First Falls at Morialta – this family-friendly 1.6km return walk is particularly beautiful in spring when there’s plenty of water around. The wide trail to the falls is also suitable for prams. See our Morialta First Falls review

♥ Play at Morialta Nature Playground – climb through the huge animal-inspired play structures at Morialta Nature Playground. Explore the creek and keep an eye out for koalas in the surrounding trees. Combine it with the First Falls walk for an easy day out. 

♥ Spend a few hours at St Kilda Adventure Playground – tackle the giant slides, flying foxes, castle, pirate ship, wooden forts and more at one of Adelaide’s most iconic free adventure playgrounds. See our St Kilda Adventure Playground review

♥ Walk through the St Kilda mangroves – follow the boardwalk through the mangrove forest and tidal salt marshes to the lookout over Barker Inlet. It’s an easy extra adventure to add to a St Kilda playground day. See our St Kilda Mangrove Trail review

♥ See the wisteria at Adelaide Botanic Garden – spring is the perfect time to wander beneath the spectacular purple and white wisteria arbours, then explore the rest of the Botanic Garden. See the Wisteria Arbours

♥ Visit the State Library – explore the spectacular Mortlock Wing, check out the exhibitions and take younger children into the colourful Little Library for books, games and imaginative play. See our review of Little Library and Push Pop Pull Exhibition

♥ Drop into the Art Gallery of South Australia – general admission is free, and families can visit The Studio for free hands-on art activities inspired by the Gallery’s collection. Find out what’s on at the Art Gallery of SA here

♥ Explore MOD. – a great free option for older kids and teenagers, with interactive exhibitions exploring science, technology and ideas about the future. Read our review here

♥ Choose a playground you’ve never visited before – make it a challenge to try somewhere completely new these holidays, whether it’s a huge adventure playground, nature playspace or one by the beach. See our guide to Adelaide’s top playgrounds

♥ Pack a picnic and go for a family hike – waterfalls, bush trails, coastal walks and easy family-friendly tracks are all within reach of Adelaide. See 50 Great Walks & Hikes for Families

♥ Head to the beach – take buckets and spades, explore the rock pools, walk along a jetty or simply let the kids run around on the sand. See our guide to the best beaches around Adelaide

♥ Enjoy fun in the sun at the pool – drag your floaties out of the garage and meet your friends at your local pool. See our guide to Adelaide’s outdoor pools here 

♥ Take in the views along a scenic coastal walk. We can recommend the Coastal Walkway Bridges at Hallett Cove or walking the Witton Bluff Base Trail at Noarlunga 

And if you feel like heading a little further from home, make a day of it and explore the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley or Fleurieu Peninsula – pack your own lunch, choose a playground, walking trail or beach and you’ve got an easy low-cost family day out.

 
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