Play & Go Adelaide

[ December 6, 2023 11:00 am to December 31, 2023 11:12 am. December 16, 2023 to January 28, 2024. January 1, 2024 11:00 am to January 28, 2024 11:01 am. ]
LEGO® Trail: Follow the stars at the Motor Museum
Find the TV and film stars hiding throughout the Motor Museum and collect their letters! From Han Solo and Chewie to Tow-Mater, can you find all 11 stars and reveal the secret word? Those who complete hidden word have a chance to win one of three fantastic […]

[ December 18, 2023 to December 22, 2023. January 15, 2024 to January 19, 2024. January 22, 2024 to January 25, 2024. ]
UNPLUGGED ‘Drop & Go’ School Holiday Program at Woodhouse Adventure Park
Woodhouse Adventure Park’s School Holidays UNPLUGGED ‘kids only’ day camps offer thoughtfully programmed adventures specifically designed with age-appropriate activities guaranteed to keep primary school kids aged 5 to 12 screen-free, active and entertained for the whole day… just 10 minutes up the South Eastern freeway […]

[ December 15, 2023 to December 23, 2023. ]
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Melba’s Chocolates at their Woodside Factory in the Adelaide Hills!

Make plans to visit them between now and Christmas and step into a Christmas Wonderland.
Explore their deliciously great range of Christmas Treats, watch them in action making all your favourites and indulge in one of their many Hot Chocolates available, […]

[ January 8, 2024 to January 12, 2024. January 15, 2024 to January 19, 2024. ]
Wirraway Homestead
The ultimate outdoor adventure awaits at Baptist Care SA’s Wirraway Homestead, nestled in the beautiful Strathalbyn, Adelaide Hills.
Wirraway are famous for their School Holiday Musters – outdoor camping adventures where kids challenge themselves, build lifelong friendships, and develop positive communication skills. From mustering sheep, conquering the escape room and shelter building, your child won’t […]

Pick Your Own Cherries around Adelaide and Cherry Farm Gate Sales in South Australia.
There’s nothing that says Summer more than when fresh, sweet, juicy local cherries are available. When the cherry season arrives it reminds us that Christmas is near. 
SA Cherries are off to an early start in 2023 with a promising outlook for Christmas […]

[ December 3, 2023; ]
The Stirling Community Christmas Pageant, Fair and Market will bring delight to all of the Hills Community.
The Stirling Community Christmas Pageant, Fair and Market will be held on Sunday 3 December 2023 from 11am.  This year is the pageants 30th birthday and community organisations, schools, pre-schools and businesses are invited to take part in the […]

[ December 9, 2023 to December 23, 2023. ]
The Lights of Lobethal Festival presented by the RAA.
Created by the community of Lobethal in the Adelaide Hills, this much loved Christmas festival 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 […]

Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary’s Junior Keeper Experience
Does your child love animals and being outdoors? Maybe they want to be a zookeeper, vet, or wildlife warrior when they grow up? Well, we have found the perfect activity for you in the Adelaide Hills.
Review by Jo Parkinson

Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary’s Junior Keeper Program is a 4-hour, fun filled and […]

Beerenberg Family Farm – Pick Your Own Strawberries
The 2023 strawberry season has kicked off early to celebrate the beautiful Spring sunshine here in Adelaide and just in time for the second week of the South Australian school holidays.
Strawberry season generally runs from November to April each year, but The Farm Shop is open from 9am […]

Pick Your Own Flowers in the Adelaide Hills.
A morning spent at Charleston Farm recently was such a beautiful way to start the day! It’s a really lovely experience if you love flowers, and especially if you’re like me and can’t keep anything alive in the garden.
Take the family and wander the flower patch, breathe in […]

[ November 24, 2023 to December 23, 2023. ]
The Christmas Tree Farm at Chandlers Hill
The Christmas Tree Farm at Chandlers Hill is the oldest farm in South Australia, providing Christmas trees since 1955.
Christmas tree deliveries are now available to book online for 2023.  Tree sizes range from 5ft to 12ft and over, with prices starting at $150, including delivery.   They also sell Christmas […]

[ October 9, 2022; October 7, 2023 to October 8, 2023. ]
Are you looking for something deliciously fun to do these School Holidays?! …
Look no further than a visit to Melba’s Chocolates at their Woodside Factory! They’re open daily from 9am to 4:30pm.
Watch them in action making all their yummy treats, indulge in one of their deliciously creamy Hot Chocolates, and pick up all your favourite […]

  
Unlock an unforgettable Australian wildlife experience right on Adelaide’s doorstep at Cleland Wildlife Park these holidays.
Choose from a range of interactive programs that let you get up close and personal with iconic native animals, learn about their fascinating habitats, and even meet some adorable baby creatures—all within a 25-minute drive from the city centre. 

Kids’ Only […]

[ November 25, 2023; ]
Hills Family Fun Fest in Gumeracha
The Hills Family Fun Fest involves a variety of stalls, food, music, games, activities for the kids, plus an evening outdoor cinema.
The free event will kickoff from 2pm at Federation Park in the main street of Gumeracha. For cinema lovers, the outdoor cinema kicks off at 8pm and will be […]

[ September 24, 2023; October 22, 2023; November 26, 2023; December 17, 2023; January 28, 2024; February 25, 2024; March 24, 2024; April 28, 2024; ]
Stirling Laneways is more than a market. It is a celebration of local village life and the spectacular seasons in the Adelaide Hills.  It brings something colourful, cozy and a little bit crazy to market Sundays in Stirling from September to April each year.
Each market event celebrates life with a different fun theme that creates an […]

[ October 15, 2023; ]
The Meadows Country Fair is regarded as one of the best events of its kind in the Adelaide Hills and this year’s fair aims to be bigger and better than ever.
The Meadows Country Fair will include amusement rides, children’s races, quality market stalls, Farmers Alley, live entertainment, field day, animal expo, special guest speakers, demonstrations, […]

Battunga Park and Playground, Meadows | Review
Review by Jo Parkinson
Battunga Park at Meadows has two great playgrounds to keep kids of all ages busy plus expansive grassy areas for kids to run around on.  The beautiful trees in the park provide plenty of lovely cool shade during the warmer months and spectacular autumn colours once […]

Giant Swing, Climbing Adventure Tower & SA’s Longest Zipline
This trio of aerial adventures is perfect for thrill seekers including kids above 120cm and weighing more than 25kg. Expect 90 minutes of jaw-dropping action starting with a rock wall climb to the top of a 15m adventure tower (the highest artificial climbing wall in South Australia), […]

[ June 18, 2023; July 16, 2023; August 20, 2023; September 17, 2023; October 8, 2023; November 19, 2023; December 9, 2023 to December 10, 2023. ]
POP Market
POP Market aims to bring you the best of South Australian small businesses and their beautiful handmade products. You can expect to find homewares, gifts, home produce, jewellery and more. 
POP Market runs Sundays and some Saturdays from 11am- 4pm in the Hahndorf Memorial Institute. It is filled with small businesses and people with hobbies […]

[ May 6, 2023 to May 7, 2023. ]
Pick Your Own Apples at Mahnew Orchard
Grab the kids and head to Lenswood to pick fresh Pink Lady apples straight from the trees at Mahnew Orchard.
Mahnew Orchard in the Adelaide Hills will open to the public for two days in May so families can pick their own Pink Lady Apples. Entry includes one of their picking bags and […]

[ April 8, 2023 to April 10, 2023. ]
Sophie’s Patch Easter Open Garden 2023.
The tradition continues with Easter at Sophie’s Patch in Mt Barker Springs over three days from Saturday 8 to Monday 10 April 2023. 
Easter at Sophie’s Patch has become a tradition thousands of South Australians, and many interstate visitors have come to enjoy. 2023 will be no different and offers the […]

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@Lenswood Pick Your Own Apples, Adelaide Hills, Review
By Jo Parkinson
They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away… so now is the perfect time to go apple picking in the Adelaide Hills and experience a fun day out @Lenswood Pick Your Own!
Situated in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, this family friendly farm is run […]

Pick Your Own Figs in the Adelaide Hills.
Glen Ewin Estate will be opening the gates for ‘pick your own figs’ from Thursday 9 March 2023.
Forage through the Glen Ewin Estate 12,000 fig tree orchard for perfect figs to take home and enjoy. Pick Your Own is open daily from 9am during the season (subject to […]

[ April 8, 2023; April 10, 2023; ]
Oakbank Easter Racing Carnival 2023
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 […]

Jungle Sports 
Jungle Sports is an exciting high-energy multi-sport program for 1.5 to 6 year olds that teaches 9 different sports throughout the year. Classes are run by energetic coaches who help children of all abilities grow their confidence and foster a love of sport.
Over the year they will learn the fundamental movements of cricket, tennis, […]

[ March 11, 2023 to May 31, 2023. ]
Pick Your Own Apples in the Adelaide Hills during Autumn
The perfect family friendly activity, go and pick your own apples @Lenswood in the Adelaide Hills this Autumn.
***Editors note: @Lenswood Pick Your Own Apples will be closed Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 April due to severe weather and will be resume normal hours after these dates.

Enjoy […]

TreeClimb Adelaide is Australia’s first inner city aerial adventure park in the Adelaide city parklands and is also located at Kuitpo Forest.
Both TreeClimb at Kuitpo Forest and Adelaide offer an aerial adventure unlike any other in South Australia. Both feature amazing aerial obstacles and ziplines for all ages. TreeClimb at Kuitpo also has an aerial […]

The Scenic Hotel – Beautiful views and great vibes
The Scenic Hotel is a gorgeous vintage pub with great vibes, exceptional pub fare and glorious views over tree tops and Adelaide City to the ocean beyond.
by Sharon Harrington
Built in 1869 and recently renovated in 2020, this pub is perfectly located to take advantage of the beautiful […]

[ February 18, 2023 to February 19, 2023. ]
Pick Your Own Sunflowers at Atkins Farm in the Adelaide Hills
For a limited time the general public can pick their own sunflowers at Atkins Farm in Meadows.
Atkins Farm is a working farm and in 2022 opened their gates to allow visitors to pick their own sunflowers.  Due to the amount of rain the Adelaide Hills received, […]

Beerenberg Farm Café and Strawberry Picking
Now with their new Beerenberg Farm Café open, the holidays have never tasted so good.
Beerenberg’s menu of family favourites is crafted by their Farm Chef David, using fresh, seasonal, and locally-sourced produce. You’ll find everything from freshly-made loaded hotdogs, burgers, sandwiches, salads and homemade pies, to delectable cakes, waffles, and […]