South Australian Country Shows
There are over 45 country shows held each year in South Australia. Fabulous family fun for everyone, country shows not only focus on traditional show activities for agriculture and horticulture, they also feature other activities such as rides, sideshows, showbags, fireworks and plenty of free entertainment.
Country shows are wonderful community events and […]
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 2024 season is due to open in […]
[ 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, […]
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 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.
Please keep an eye on the Lights of Lobethal Facebook page for regular updates in regards to any weather related event […]
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 […]
[ 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 […]
Battunga Park at Meadows in the Adelaide Hills has two great playgrounds to keep kids of all ages busy, plus expansive grassy areas for kids to run around on.
Review by Jo Parkinson
The beautiful trees in the park provide plenty of lovely cool shade during the warmer months and spectacular autumn colours once the weather starts […]
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), […]
[ 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
[ December 17, 2022 to December 18, 2022. ]
JaumaFest Cherry Harvest Festival.
JaumaFest is a Cherry Harvest Festival held at the Jauma Farm in Lenswood.
This is a community festival in Peramangk Country, Adelaide Hills. The day will also include the chance to participate in organic cherry picking. Pick your own box of delicious cherries for your Christmas table, there are 10 varieties to taste […]
[ December 19, 2022 to December 21, 2022. January 24, 2023 to January 25, 2023. January 27, 2023; ]
Horse Adventure Day
Calling all horse lovers aged between 10 and 14. These school holidays, head to Wirraway Homestead where you can ride and care for their horses for the day like they are your very own.
Set in picturesque Strathalbyn, you can help groom, practice your horse handling skills and ride a horse in our […]
[ March 8, 2023 to March 13, 2023. ]
Lost Dogs’ Disco – Mount Barker
Brought to you by the team behind the popular Cupid’s Koi Garden in the 2022 Adelaide Festival, this huge sculptural work brings more interactive inflatables to Mount Barker’s beautiful Keith Stephenson Park.
With bursts of bright colour rearing high into the sky, the spectacular size is the first thing you notice. […]
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. There are some […]
[ October 8, 2022; ]
Celebrate the Cedars
Celebrate the Cedars is the inaugural festival marking the anniversary of Hans Heysen’s Birthday (145th birthday). Lovers of art, history, music and nature can come together in the stunning Artist’s Garden and surrounds at The Cedars, Hahndorf on Saturday 8 October.
This festival celebrates the stunning home, studios, gardens, and acreage of the Heysen […]
Hahndorf Farm Barn.
Looking for some fun activities to enjoy with the kids in the beautiful Adelaide Hills these school holidays?
The Hahndorf Farm Barn is a unique blend of a children’s farmyard and wildlife park. You can hold, touch and feed most of their animals in complete safety and at your own comfort level. They also […]
Challenge Hill Obstacle Course | Woodhouse Activity Centre | Review
Challenge Hill Obstacle Course is a must-do while enjoying all that Woodhouse Activity Centre has to offer. You can crawl, climb, balance and swing your way through over 30 obstacles set in the bushland of the Adelaide Hills.
Access to Challenge Hill is included in your day […]
Hahndorf Farm Barn
Party amongst their friendly farm animals, or have the animals come to you!
Spend quality time out and about on a country farm creating lasting memories! Children of all ages just love having birthday parties at the Hahndorf Farm Barn surrounded by their favourite cute and cuddly animals.
Kids can have fun bottle feeding baby […]
[ May 14, 2022; ]
French Family Day – Fete de bienvenue
Enjoy a French inspired family afternoon with Alliance Francaise Adelaide.
There will be French themed activities by Alliance Francais, delicious crepes from Sweet by Caroline and a movie screening of a French family movie plus Bocce and Quoits on the lawn. Children receive a crepe as a part of their […]
Best Places to visit in the Adelaide Hills with Kids
If you like rolling hills, scenic views, quiet country roads, bushwalks, good food and wine, fresh air, cooler temps and escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, then head to the Adelaide Hills for a day trip.
It’s only a 20 minute drive up the South […]
Hahndorf Farm Barn – Adelaide Hills
By Jo Parkinson
Escape to the country at Hahndorf Farm Barn! With plenty of animals, fresh air, and fun to be had, pack yourselves a picnic and spend a day on the farm. If that’s not enticing enough, there are two brand new attractions to check out: mini ride-on hydraulic powered […]
Sidewood Restaurant – Family Friendly Dining in the Adelaide Hills
Set amongst towering gums in the most picturesque hills setting, Sidewood Restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining all year round. The largest certified sustainable winery in the Adelaide Hills and located just off the freeway in Hahndorf less than 30 minutes from Adelaide, Sidewood is […]
Lobethal Bushland Park Nature Playground – New Play Space Review
by Katrina Gogel
The new play space at Lobethal Bushland Park has been completed and is open to the public as of February 2022.
The upgrade introduced gentle equipment and sensory play for smaller children of all abilities, a new family BBQ area (with a gorgeous view), and […]
