An afternoon at the Bridgewater Reserve Playground and an adventure along the Heysen Trail
If you are looking for a free, enjoyable activity which gets the kids outdoors exploring for a couple of hours in the Adelaide Hills, then stop at the Bridgewater Mill.
The Bridgewater Playground
The playground was upgraded in 2016 and caters to all ages. […]
[ August 16, 2025 to August 31, 2025. ]
Previously known as Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked, this popular and successful festival renamed Hahndorf Immersed, is back again in August 2025.
More than 30 artisan and intimate experiences and events will feature in the 2025 Hahndorf Immersed Festival. Having won the Best Regional Event in the 2021 South Australian Tourism Awards, Hahndorf Immersed champions local artisans […]
[ June 28, 2025 to June 29, 2025. ]
Slow Down, Reconnect, and Recharge at Wellness Weekender – Woodhouse Adventure Park
As part of World Wellbeing Week, Woodhouse invites you to unplug and unwind at Wellness Weekender, a relaxed, family-friendly festival celebrating rest, play, and connection in nature.
This two-day event is set among the tranquil bushland of Woodhouse Adventure Park in the Adelaide Hills. Whether […]
Summit Aquatic and Leisure – Mount Barker’s brand-new, state-of-the-art aquatic and fitness facility is opening in 2025.
Summit Aquatic and Leisure is set to become an integral part of the Mount Barker community. The $51.8m project orchestrated by Mount Barker District Council will support the growing region to keep active and connected in health and wellness […]
Bright Night – A Winter Celebration in Stirling Village
This winter, Bright Night invites you to rediscover the simple joys of winter – genuine encounters with neighbours, cosy moments shared with friends, and the simple joy of community coming together when we need warmth most.
Head to the heart of Stirling Village for a free evening celebration […]
Nestled in the quiet streets of Nairne, the Matthew Smillie Drive Reserve playground offers a range of equipment for hours of fun!
Review by Adaire Prosser
The Matthew Smillie Drive Reserve playground has lots of options for climbing and swinging and is set on a large reserve with lots of space. This little playground is one frequented […]
[ November 30, -0001; ]
Head to Woodhouse Adventure Park in the July School holidays for exciting ‘drop & go’ outdoor adventures!
Woodhouse ‘kids only’ day camp programs are guaranteed to keep primary schoolers aged 5 to 12 screen-free, active, and entertained for the whole day… just 10 minutes up the South Eastern freeway on a magnificent 54-hectare nature wonderland […]
[ July 14, 2025 to July 17, 2025. ]
Wirraway Homestead
Attention parents of horse lovers aged 10 to 15 – the ultimate adventure awaits this autumn! At Wirraway Homestead, your kids can spend the day riding, grooming and caring for horses while making friends and unforgettable memories!
Set on over 72 hectares in the heart of Strathalbyn, it’s a great place for them to unplug, […]
[ June 14, 2025; ]
The 10th annual Hills Winter Lantern Festival will take place in June at Echunga Community Park.
The highlight of this free annual community winter event is the beautiful dusk lantern parade featuring artful lantern sculptures created by local community members and schools, followed by a beautiful firey finale. The lantern workshops start in April to prepare […]
Hutton Reserve boasts a great playground for both toddlers and older kids in the heart of historic Kanmantoo.
Review by Adaire Prosser
Hutton Reserve at Kanmantoo has a wide range of play equipment to suit all ages and a nice grassed area for play and picnics. Located off the main street of Kanmantoo, which is about 15 […]
[ May 10, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
Adventure in Battunga Country on the Mother’s Day weekend in May.
Enjoy a massive weekend of activities in Battunga country – Meadows, Macclesfield, Echunga, Prospect Hill and Flaxley. Take part in exciting activities, and enjoy some delicious food and great company.
Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this event is perfect for everyone of all ages […]
The family friendly Aldgate Pump Hotel has a variety of indoor and outdoor dining, plus it features an outdoor playground.
Review by Adaire Prosser
The Aldgate Pump Hotel has it all for family dining. There is the option of cozy, traditional English style indoor dining with fireplace heaters, a new expanded indoor area with views outside, as […]
Lilac Reserve playground in Mount Barker has a lot of different climbing options, a suspension bridge and a large slide for kids who love climbing to new heights!
Review by Adaire Prosser
As Mount Barker expands, we are being treated to new playgrounds and Lilac Reserve does not disappoint! There are plenty of options to challenge kids […]
Family-friendly Highland Cattle experience in Clarendon, South Australia.
What do you get when you combine cuddles, cows and cuteness? The Cuddle a Cow experience at The Farm – Clarendon! This adorable, hands-on activity will melt your heart as you get up close and personal with beautiful highland cattle.
Review by Jo Parkinson
The Farm
Situated 5 minutes outside of […]
[ April 12, 2025 to April 13, 2025. April 18, 2025 to April 27, 2025. May 10, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
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. Everyone’s favourite Pink Lady apples are now ready along with Fuji and Granny Smith apples available. They also […]
TreeClimb Adelaide, Kuitpo, and Salisbury
This school holiday, the trees are calling! With crisp mornings and sunny days ahead, it’s the perfect time to step up and take on an adventure at TreeClimb! Whether you’re exploring the magical heights of Kuitpo, enjoying city views at Adelaide, or tackling new thrills at Salisbury, there’s a TreeClimb location […]
If you are heading into the hills for a day trip, be sure to visit Bracegirdle’s House of Fine Chocolate at their new location in Hahndorf.
Review by Adaire Prosser
Bracegirdle’s has opened a new location in Hahndorf, and we managed to visit for an early look. It is a beautiful space perfect for a cuppa, meal, […]
[ April 18, 2025; April 21, 2025; ]
The Oakbank Easter Racing Carnival has been a family favourite for generations. Take your own food and drinks onto the course, enjoy a picnic by your car and celebrate the Easter long weekend with family and friends.
The Easter Racing Carnival has been one of South Australia’s premier social and sporting occasions for almost 150 years, and […]
[ March 15, 2025; ]
The 161st annual Mt Pleasant Show is proudly brought to you by the Mt Pleasant Agricultural, Horticultural and Floricultural Society Inc.
A great day out for the whole family, the Mt Pleasant Show is only a one hour drive from the Adelaide CBD in the tranquil Adelaide Hills. This traditional country show covers all the local […]
[ March 1, 2025 to March 2, 2025. March 8, 2025 to March 10, 2025. ]
Pick Your Own Figs to Eat in the Adelaide Hills.
Willabrand Australia has introduced Pick-to-Eat, a new way to enjoy the beautiful fig orchard and delicious fruit at Glen Ewin Estate. From 11am on Saturdays and Sundays you can enter the 12,000 tree orchard to pick and eat as many figs as you can whilst you […]
With sprawling grounds, quirky artworks and a secret garden, there’s plenty to meander at this boutique Hills winery.
Review by Carla Caruso
The Adelaide Hills is always a good choice when looking to head to a winery, no matter the season.
And one such winery that offers plenty for the kids to explore is Bird in Hand at […]
The Pioneer Memorial Gardens in Hahndorf has a shady toddler-friendly playground that older siblings will enjoy too.
Review by Adaire Prosser
If you find yourself in Hahndorf for the day, make sure you check out the lovely playground at the top of the Pioneer Memorial Gardens. It has been well-designed with toddlers and young kids in mind […]
The playground at Alec Johnston Park in Hahndorf has it all for the kids who love to climb!
Review by Adaire Prosser
Located in the heart of Hahndorf, the playground at Alec Johnston Park has something to challenge climbers of all abilities. Easily accessible from the main street, it is the perfect stop for the kids if […]
[ March 22, 2025; ]
The 153rd Mount Barker District Show is bound to be an exciting event for all the family to enjoy.
The day will have a huge assortment of entertainment and activities for all ages including camel rides, animal nursery, amusement rides, free children’s activities, face painting, Henna tattoos, a climbing wall, dancing dogs, food vans, live music […]
Tucked away in Nairne, the Matthew Road Reserve has a well-designed playground where you can relax and watch the kids explore.
Review by Adaire Prosser
This hearty playground is well-maintained and has a range of obstacles for young children to test their capabilities. There is a single and double slide, and a wooden slat bridge that kids […]
Pick Your Own Sunflowers at Atkins Farm in the Adelaide Hills
For a limited time the general public can pick their own sunflowers at beautiful Atkins Farm in Meadows.
Atkins Farm is a working farm and in summer they open their gates to allow visitors to pick their own sunflowers. The 2025 season is due to open in […]
Family-friendly Strawberry Farms to visit in South Australia.
Find out where you can pick your own strawberries around Adelaide, or buy them direct from the farm.
Strawberry season in South Australia usually starts around late October/early November and runs until April or May depending on the season, but it will vary from farm to farm. An activity […]
[ December 7, 2024 to December 31, 2024. ]
A visit to Bill & Peg’s Christmas Lane Lights Display in Lobethal.
Lobethal Lights began in the 1940’s and is now part of the Lobethal Lights Festival, an annual event in the Adelaide Hills that brings thousands of visitors to the town each year. Over time it has grown to become the largest Christmas lights display […]
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Melba’s Chocolates at their Woodside Factory in the Adelaide Hills or the Angaston Dessert Bar & Shop
Make plans to visit them between now and Christmas and step into a Christmas Wonderland.
What’s on at Melba’s Woodside
Visit their Woodside Factory this Christmas and join in on the family festive fun as […]
[ December 7, 2024 to December 22, 2024. ]
The Lights of Lobethal Festival, created by the community of Lobethal in the Adelaide Hills, is a much loved Christmas festival that has been lighting up the Lobethal Valley for over sixty years.
Lobethal is nestled in a picturesque valley in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, approximately 35kms from Adelaide. In the true spirit of Christmas, […]
