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 and face painting, It is recommended that you book your place in advance as tickets are limited, however (when available) bookings will be accepted on the day.
Little Market Chefs (6-12 year olds)
At the Adelaide Central Market, they’re passionate about starting from ground level and teaching the next generation how to prepare healthy, easy and tasty meals together with nutritional advice. Why? Because good health starts in the kitchen!
Hosted by the team from Sprout, each cooking class will include a small meal of the dish your little chefs prepare. All of the produce will be fresh from the stalls, and after the class, the children will enjoy their meal with their classmates. Sprout always make sure the classes are fun and interactive, with an educational focus too.
School Holidays: 7-16 July 2026 | Classes at 10am, 11.30am and 1pm (bookings essential)
School Holiday Market Trail (all ages)
You can’t beat the School Holidays Market Trail for value and fun these school holidays. This famous market trail has been specially formulated for budding gourmands to learn more about the Adelaide Central Market’s local produce.
Each little foodie will be given a market bag and map, before visiting ten pit-stops – receiving a tasty sample item at each one. Whether it’s cheese, yoghurt, seasonal fruit or a sweet treat, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
It is recommended to book your spot in advance, as tickets are limited and often sell out. However, when available, bookings will be accepted on the day – just head to The Market Stall (next to Haigh’s at the Gouger Street entrance).
School Holidays: 7-17 July 2026 | Sessions at 9am and 2pm (bookings essential)
It is recommended that you book your place in advance as tickets are limited, however (when available) bookings will be accepted on the day, just head to The Market Stall (next to the new Haighs on Gouger Street).
Please note: the Market Trail is not a suitable activity for organised groups of more than 10 children or Vacation Care groups. Some sample items may contain nuts and it is the parent or carer’s responsibility to check all items offered by stalls.
Cook with OzHarvest
Get hands-on with an OzHarvest interactive cooking demo, designed to inspire young food lovers. Kids will learn simple cooking skills and how to create tasty dishes while discovering the importance of reducing food waste – all in a fun, engaging session they’ll love.
- Tuesday 7 July 2026 | 3pm
- FREE – Bookings not required
- Location: Community Kitchen
FREE Family Storytime
The City of Adelaide Libraries team will be at the Market for a playful, interactive world of story, song, movement and craft. Designed especially for children aged 0 to 5 and their families, enjoy, discover and play together in the colourful environment of the Market.
- Thursday 16 July 2026 | 10am to 11am
- FREE – No bookings required
- Location: Community Kitchen
FREE Craft Workshops
Little Picassos are back these school holidays for a special new craft. Using card and collage, your budding artists will be making their very own cozy winter bears to take home with them. Enjoy a coffee in the Market while your little ones take in the perfect rainy day activity.
- Friday 17 July 2026 | 9.30am to 12pm
- FREE – Bookings not required
- Location: Gouger dining area (drop-in format, short wait times may apply), suitable for children aged 4 to 12 years.
Cupcake Decorating Workshop
Join our Bastille Day cupcake decorating workshop for a sweet, hands-on activity the kids will love. Little bakers can decorate their own cupcakes with French-inspired colours and toppings, celebrating Bastille Day in a fun and creative way.
- Friday 10 July 2026 | 9.30am to 12pm
- $5 per child
- Location: Eastern Roadway
FREE Face Painting
If you’re in the Market on a Saturday, don’t forget to stop by Gouger Dining for their free face painting! They’ll be adding some extra French flair with special new designs created to celebrate Bastille Day in the Market on the following days:
- Saturday 11 and 18 July 2026 | 9.30am to 12pm
- FREE – bookings not required
- Location: Gouger Dining / South East Entrance
FREE Live Music
Keep an eye out for the Market’s roving musicians, bringing the sounds of the world to the Market these school holidays! Expect accordions, clarinets, guitars and more (and have a go at identifying the songs – we hear there are some favourite Disney tunes in store for you)!
- Various dates times and times throughout the Market
The Adelaide Central Market remains OPEN as normal during the combined Market Square and Market Expansion projects. The Market is still accessible from its usual Grote and Gouger street entrances. All access from UPark Central Market will also stay the same.
READ OUR REVIEW OF THE MARKET TRAIL & LITTLE MARKET CHEFS
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For more information and all enquiries please visit the Adelaide Central Market website.
What: Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies
When: Every School Holidays
Where: Adelaide Central Market | 44 – 60 Gouger Street, Adelaide
Who: Everyone
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.
Image Source: supplied (photo credit Jack Fenby)
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