[ October 25, 2020; ]
Houghton Spring Fair and Produce Market
Take the family to Houghton Oval and enjoy a pleasant Spring morning in the picturesque Adelaide Hills.
Sample some local produce, listen to local music and get to know local businesses in the Adelaide Hills at the Houghton Oval Spring Fair and Produce Market on Sunday 25 October 2020.
Great fun […]
Win a Deluxe 1.6kg Social Distancing Tube from Melba’s Chocolates
No trip to the Adelaide Hills is complete without a visit to Melba’s Chocolates at Woodside. Melba’s has been making chocolate and confectionery since 1981 and is also a working chocolate factory, so you can also see the delicious goodies being made and packaged while you […]
Lobethal Lights ARE NOT Cancelled!
It’s been reported that the Lobethal Lights are cancelled this year. Just to clarify – while the annual Festival events such as The Living Nativity, Pageant and the Market on Main Street will not go ahead this year, the community of Lobethal are still planning on putting up Christmas lights on […]
[ November 7, 2020 to November 9, 2020. ]
Spring Open Garden at Sophie’s Patch in Mount Barker
Spring Open Garden at Sophie’s Patch will be from the 7 – 9 November 2020.
Subject to COVID 19 restrictions, the Sophie’s Patch team are planning to open their garden to visitors in Spring. While there will be some changes, the event has exciting things planned and will […]
Bracegirdles Food & Drink Bus at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden
Bracegirdles will be bringing their food and drink bus to Mount Lofty Botanic Garden every weekend and public holiday until the end of November. Now visitors will be able to enjoy the blue skies and peaceful surroundings of the garden while sipping a tasty drink and […]
Belair National Park Holiday Park, situated within the Belair National Park, has accommodation options for everyone. There are campsites, powered sites, dog-friendly cabins, eco-glamping tents and cottages to rent.
Belair National Park Holiday Park is a family-oriented park surrounded by nature and wildlife. There are walking and mountain bike riding tracks through the national park, as […]
30% off Family Memberships at Cleland Wildlife Park for a limited time
Cleland Wildlife Park is offering 30% off the current price of family memberships. By purchasing an annual membership, you are helping to conserve some of South Australia’s most iconic animals.
By becoming a member of Cleland Wildlife Park you can have 12 months of unlimited […]
[ September 27, 2020; ]
Bay to Birdwood 2020
The Bay to Birdwood is the largest, continually held motoring event for veteran, vintage and classic vehicles held anywhere in the world. The 2020 Bay to Birdwood will take place as planned on Sunday 27 September 2020, however, this year, the event will be livestreamed.
THE PARADE OF HISTORIC MOTORING
The event will […]
[ January 16, 2021; ]
5K Foam Fest in Adelaide 2021
They guarantee you’ll be foamy, muddy and wet by the end of the 5k Foam Fest!
The 5K Foam Fest is a one of kind Obstacle Course based Fun Run. With a variety of obstacles and a ton of foam the run is an exciting challenge for experienced and beginner runners […]
[ September 1, 2020 to September 30, 2020. ]
Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked
Hahndorf will celebrate their rich linage of artisan culture, over a month-long festival in September called Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked.
The festival will include more than 250 intimate events and experiences in and around the Main Street of Hahndorf. The program is filled with bespoke experiences for all ages and tastes. Uncover the […]
[ August 16, 2020; August 30, 2020; September 6, 2020; September 20, 2020; October 4, 2020; October 18, 2020; November 1, 2020; November 15, 2020; ]
SteamRanger Train Journey – The Southern Encounter
SteamRanger Heritage Railway operates a number of different heritage steam and diesel hauled tourist trains between Mt Barker in the Adelaide Hills, up over the crest of the southern Mt Lofty Ranges, down to Strathalbyn and on through the coastal holiday towns of Goolwa and Port Elliot to the […]
Hokey Pokey Ice Cream, Sweets and Chocolates in Stirling
We’ve been looking longingly at the beautiful looking Hokey Pokey store in Stirling for 2 years and finally decided to wander in and we’re so glad we did. Hokey Pokey (originally Oak Tree Truffles) has a range of beautiful house-made truffles, fudges, chocolates, a mind-boggling […]
Waterfall Gully to Mount Lofty Summit Hike
Adelaide’s favourite hike through Cleland Conservation Park, from serene Waterfall Gully all the way up to the summit at Mount Lofty.
It is a challenge to complete, but there are many reasons why the hike from Waterfall Gully to Mount Lofty Summit is so popular. From families with babies […]
[ October 11, 2020; ]
Kids Festival with the Amazing Drumming Monkeys at Four Oaks Farm
Hosted by Four Oaks Farm in Little Hampton, the Kids Festival is a new, fun and thought-provoking festival packed with fun activities just for kids in Adelaide.
Lots of things are included in the Kids Golden Ticket for $36 per child, including live performances from the […]
[ November 15, 2020; ]
The Farmers Fare
The Farmers Fare, sees the rural property ‘Four Oaks Farm’, at Littlehampton transformed into an Adelaide Hills gourmet farm, food, drink and produce experience.
Featuring many local food producers, lunch providers, wineries and breweries, experience the country way of life, at Four Oaks Farm less than 30 minutes from the city and discover what […]
Hahndorf Farm Barn at Hahndorf, South Australia – Review
Enjoy an overload of cuteness at the Hahndorf Farm Barn, which, uniquely, blends a children’s farmyard with a wildlife park.
by Carla Caruso
For a slice of farm life, close to the city, the Hahndorf Farm Barn is the place to be.
There’s just something about getting up close and […]
Easy Walks & Bushwalks around Adelaide with Kids
Bushwalking and walking outdoors is a great way to spend time as a family, talking, relaxing, and it’s a great way to reduce stress. There are so many fantastic places to explore in Adelaide and around South Australia.
Some walks are more suited to prams and toddlers as they […]
Adelaide Hills Wine Fire Appeal
Help support the recovery of the Adelaide Hills by buying 6 or more bottles of 2019 Syrah Meunier.
All proceeds will be distributed to grape growers, winemakers and vineyard owners impacted by the December 2019 bush fires.
Buy this special wine and support our affected grape growers, winemakers and vineyard owners as they […]
[ May 8, 2021 to May 9, 2021. ]
Gumeracha Medieval Fair
The fair was originally scheduled for May 2020 but was postponed until 8-9 May 2021.
The postponed fourteenth annual Gumeracha Medieval Fair will be held on the 8 and 9 May in the Federation Park. Once again, there will be another two days of medieval fun and excitement. In 2021, their resident Oracle has […]
[ July 25, 2020; ]
Maximilian’s ‘Alpine Ski Lodge’ has always been the place to be for Winter Reds.
Rug up in your best ski lodge fashion for a day at the winter resort and celebrate Adelaide Hill’s German heritage.
Expect mulled wine, German hotdogs, pretzels, cinnamon donuts, fire pits, live music, golf and activities for the kids. Prizes for best dressed […]
Bushwalking with Kids at Mount George Conservation Park
Mount George Conservation Park is nestled in between Bridgewater and Piccadilly in the Adelaide Hills, only 10 minutes up the South Eastern freeway.
Mount George walking trails can be accessed from Mount George Picnic Grounds where there is plenty of car parking space and some picnic tables if you […]
[ July 18, 2020 to July 19, 2020. ]
Drive through apple orchard sales in the Adelaide Hills
Harrisville Orchards will be open for orchard fresh apple sales this weekend. The picking season has finished for Pick Your Own, but you can drive through to buy apples.
Harrisville Orchards are the only commercial grower in the Adelaide Hills to offer Pick your own Apples and Cherries (when […]
[ July 25, 2020; ]
Pome Fest 2020
Celebrate all things apple and pear in the Adelaide Hills at Pome Fest.
Due to COVID-19, Pome Fest will be celebrated with a range of online events and activities. There will also be some events held at various locations in the Adelaide Hills.
There will be Cider Tastings, Orchard Tours, Packhouse Tours, Pruning Masterclasses, Grafting […]
[ November 22, 2020; ]
Macclesfield Strawberry Fete
The 93rd annual Macclesfield Strawberry Fete – all the fun of a fete and lots and lots of strawberries.
There will be something for everyone with a live band, children’s activities, agility dog performances, and of course food and strawberries galore. Enjoy the variety of market stalls and a wide range of strawberry produce.
More […]
[ September 27, 2020; October 25, 2020; November 22, 2020; December 20, 2020; January 24, 2021; February 28, 2021; March 28, 2021; April 25, 2021; ]
Stirling Laneways
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 […]
[ June 28, 2020; ]
The Stirling Market will be returning Sunday 28 June 2020
The Market Committee welcomes the return of the market in June 2020 and encourages all visitors and stallholders to practice social distancing and show respect to others.
The Stirling Market is usually held each month in Druid Avenue, Stirling, approximately 20 minutes up the South Eastern Freeway […]
[ July 24, 2020 to July 26, 2020. ]
Winter Reds – Play With Fire
Experience the warmth of the Adelaide Hills with open fires, red wines and rustic fare.
After concerns that the Winter Reds Festival would be unable to proceed due to COVID-19, the recent easing of restrictions has allowed Adelaide Hills wine producers to consider how they can still celebrate on the 24, 25 […]
[ May 20, 2020 to July 31, 2020. ]
BIG4 Hahndorf Resort | Winter Holiday Deal
Hahndorf Resort is celebrating its re-opening with a Holiday Deal just for you! Take 10% off all accommodation* bookings up until the end of July, 2020.
The BIG4 Hahndorf Resort is a great ‘home away from home’ in the scenic Adelaide Hills, and is also the perfect place to warm […]
“Pull over for a Pink Lady” apple sales at Harrisville Orchards
“Pull over for a Pink Lady” (drive-through) will be happening again this weekend at Harrisville Orchards at Lenswood.
Although apple picking season has now finished, you can still get your crisp crunchy apples from the grower direct.
There will also be apple crumbles available, but only until […]
[ June 6, 2020 to June 8, 2020. ]
What’s Open in Adelaide over the June Long Weekend?
The June long weekend will look a little different this year with so many cancelled and postponed events, but there is still plenty to do in and around Adelaide. With the second stage of restrictions easing from June 1st we will see a lot more venues opening, […]
[ October 18, 2020; ]
2020 Pioneer Women’s Trail Walk
Experience the amazing journeys taken by our early German pioneer women as they carried their produce on foot from Hahndorf to Adelaide through the Adelaide Hills.
The Pioneer Women’s Trail is approximately 26km long and mainly follows country roads, laneways and bush tracks through a delightful section of the Adelaide Hills with […]
Photo credit: Michael Waterhouse Photography
Ghost Mushrooms in the Adelaide Hills
You don’t have to go all the way to Mount Gambier to see these amazing bioluminescent fungi.
Head to the Mark Oliphant Conservation Park trails in Heathfield in the Adelaide Hills to view the incredible Omphalotus Nidiformis, also known as ‘Ghost Mushrooms’. Photographer Michael Waterhouse found these […]
[ May 15, 2020; ]
Mount Lofty Botanic Garden re-opens Friday 15 May 2020
With just over two weeks of May remaining we still have enough time to visit the stunning Mount Lofty Botanic Garden to take in the beautiful late autumn colours.
After seven weeks of closure due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are delighted to hear that Mount Lofty Botanic […]
[ May 1, 2020 to May 3, 2020. May 9, 2020 to May 10, 2020. ]
Harrisville Orchards & Mahnew Orchard offering drive through Pink Lady Apple collection.
This year’s 2020 Pick a Pink Lady weekend is not going ahead in it’s usual format due to COVID-19. However, this year you can drive through Mahnew Orchard or Harrisville Orchards to pick up your Pink Lady Apples.
While you’re in the area, visit one […]
Just Jonnies – Apple Picking at Harrisville Orchards
Just Jonnies is a new apple picking event at Harrisville Orchards in Lenswood.
Their first apple picking event “Just Jonnies” will be on Saturday 14 March 12pm until 4pm and again on Sunday 15 March from 12pm until 4pm. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for future pick […]
Uraidla Sustainability Fair 2020
The Uraidla Sustainability Fair aims to inspire ways to be a little (or a lot!) more sustainable, every day. This is a community event with lots of fun and activities for everyone.
IMPORTANT UPDATE 14 MARCH 2020:
Following the Federal Government announcement banning public gatherings of 500 people or more in an effort to […]
The Uraidla Hotel – Family Friendly Pub in the Adelaide Hills
The Uraidla Hotel is a beautiful pub in the Adelaide Hills where you will always receive a warm welcome, fresh food and there’s space for the kids to play.
The Uraidla Hotel has undergone a massive transformation in the last few years and it is a […]
[ February 29, 2020 to March 1, 2020. ]
Grab a Gala – Apple Picking at Harrisville Orchards
The “New Season Gala” apples are only days away from being picked at Harrisville Orchards in Lenswood.
Their first apple picking event “Grab a Gala ” will be on Saturday 29 February from 10am – 4pm and on Sunday 1 March from 10am – 4pm.
Harrisville Orchards are the […]
[ March 14, 2020 to March 15, 2020. ]
ONKABRIX Rotary Lego Expo
ONKABRIX is a LEGO fan event to be held in March 2020 at Oakbank featuring over 100 metres of LEGO on display.
In addition to the LEGO displays, there will be food stalls, coffee, Hills Radio 88.9 FM, raffle and retail. Plus, an interactive kids zone for free-play and creativity.
The event is […]
[ February 17, 2020; ]
Fig Picking at Glen Ewin Estate
Forage through the terraced orchard at Glen Ewin Estate orchard for figs. Take the family and discover 5 varieties of figs whilst enjoying the stunning views of the surrounding Adelaide Hills.
You can pick your own figs daily from 9am to 3pm during the fruiting season (February to end of March).
Enter […]
