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 […]
[ February 26, 2022; March 5, 2022 to March 6, 2022. March 12, 2022 to March 14, 2022. ]
Grab a Gala – Apple Picking at Harrisville Orchards
The “New Season Gala” apples are ready to be picked at Harrisville Orchards in Lenswood.
The orchard fresh Galas are incredibly crisp and crunchy and the ‘Grab a Gala’ event is your chance to enjoy fresh tasty apples straight from the trees. Be among the first to get […]
[ April 1, 2022; April 3, 2022; ]
Pick Your Own Pears
Take a walk at your leisure through Paracombe Premium Perry commercial pear orchard and pick some pears to take home and enjoy.
Go on a fruitful treasure hunt where you will find many different varieties of pears ready for the picking, and see first-hand how fruit is grown locally. As your stroll increases […]
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market – Southern Barossa
Located in the Southern Barossa, Mount Pleasant is at the crossroads to the Adelaide Hills, the Barossa and the Murraylands. Mount Pleasant Farmers Market draws from the best of these regions to provide a diverse and expansive range of fabulous foods from independent family farms and local producers. In […]
Adelaide Hills Farmers Market
Every week the Adelaide Hills Farmers Market offers a full selection of produce including fresh and seasonal fruit and vegetables, eggs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, sweets, gluten and grain free foods, nuts, oils, spices, preserves, fermented foods, beer, wine, cider, gin, grains, plants, flowers and seeds and a great selection of street […]
Beautiful, spacious outdoor dining in the Adelaide Hills
The Bridgewater Inn has a large two level outdoor eating area that is just gorgeous! It is family friendly and set creek-side, so the kids can amble amongst the rocks while you wait for lunch.
by Sharon Harrington
We love to make a day of it when visiting the Adelaide Hills with […]
[ March 9, 2022 to March 14, 2022. ]
Cupid’s Koi Garden
The world’s first inflatable fountain is brought to you by ENESS, the creators of Airship Orchestra, a hit of Illuminate Adelaide.
You’re cruising past familiar hardware shops and fast-food outlets when suddenly, wha…? A gigantic cupid surrounded by 10 oversized goldfish in mock terrazzo ponds? Have the good burghers of Mount Barker District Council […]
Your Guide to Family Friendly Wineries in South Australia
We may be biased, but we think South Australia produces some of the best wine in the world and our wineries provide the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy good food, great platters and wine. More and more wineries are also catering for families with […]
Santarilla Trail 2021
Follow the Santarilla Trail through the southern Adelaide Hills by using the map for your Santa spotting adventure.
Families can take a drive through the Adelaide Hills and look for ‘Santa’ along the roadside properties. Residents of Kangarilla and surrounding areas are spreading Christmas joy with their quirky creations, with areas such Meadows and […]
[ November 19, 2021 to November 22, 2021. ]
Marble Hill Spring Open Days
Marble Hill hosts seven official Open Days per year to highlight the history and heritage of the former Vice-Regal property.
Marble Hill was the summer residence of the governors of South Australia until it burnt down in the Black Sunday bushfire of 1955. Now it is privately owned.
Although Marble Hill is a […]
[ December 18, 2021 to December 19, 2021. ]
Lobethal Twilight Christmas Markets
This brand new event is perfectly timed for you to finish your Christmas shopping and fill up your festive table with handmade and locally produced treasures as well as return to explore the first Lights of Lobethal in two years.
The Twilight Christmas Market stallholders are amazing artists and designer-makers joined by passionate […]
[ October 31, 2021; ]
Gumeracha Fifth Sunday Market
The Gumeracha Fifth Sunday Market will be held under the gums in Federation Park showcasing a large number of artisan, craft, handmade and plant stalls.
The next market will be on Halloween so you can expect some spooky fun in the park, with a special treat for children who dress up. There will […]
[ October 23, 2021; ]
Bluestone Family Basketball Day
Go along for a fun open day for the whole community – hosted in partnership with the Eastern Mavericks basketball club.
Bring a picnic blanket to enjoy the park and the vibe. There’s plenty of activities for kids and adults of all ages as well as food, music and fun for the whole […]
[ November 6, 2021 to November 8, 2021. ]
Sophie’s Patch Spring Open Garden
Spring offers the perfect opportunity to visit Sophie Thomson’s iconic drylands garden which provides inspiration, delight and learning opportunities for gardeners and want to be gardeners at every turn.
The open garden will run as always over three days. The societies will be there (Beekeepers’ Society of SA, Birds SA and Butterfly […]
[ October 24, 2021; ]
Kids Festival | Four Oaks Farm
The Four Oaks Farm ‘Kids Festival’ is a creative arts based festival full of fun activities on a farm under the clouds in the Adelaide Hills.
Enjoy lots of activities from seeing the Amazing Drumming Monkeys perform, taking part in kite making workshops, through to pony rides and feeding the farm […]
[ September 5, 2021; September 12, 2021; September 19, 2021; September 26, 2021; ]
Camellia Society Adelaide Hills Inc. – September Open Days
The Camellia Society Adelaide Hills Inc. invites the community to their September open days at Stangate House & Garden every Sunday.
The garden at Stangate is now open. Enjoy a beautiful walk through the rambling garden. Don’t forget to pop inside for a hot cup of tea. The […]
Upgraded Mount Torrens Playground in the Adelaide Hills.
by Katrina Gogel
The Leckie Playground in Mount Torrens has received a much-needed upgrade recently thanks to the Adelaide Hills Council. Working in collaboration with nature play specialists Climbing Tree, they have created a space that will be well used for years to come by locals, and visitors alike.
Suitable […]
Harrogate Recreational Reserve in the Adelaide Hills features a playground, toilets and walking tracks.
Harrogate is located about 15 minutes drive east of Woodside in the Adelaide Hills and is a stunning part of this region to explore.
The area was badly affected by bushfire in 2019 and as part of the township plan and bushfire recovery […]
Write “A Poem for Our Hills” and WIN cash & prizes!
“A Poem for Our Hills” poetry competition sponsored by Residents Against White Rock Quarry enriches our connection with the beautiful Adelaide Hills by inviting children to use their words to express their love for the Adelaide Hills.
There are 6 Carbon Footprint board games to be […]
Miss Sunshine Music Mornings
Little ones can go along to The Hut Nature Play and Sensory Garden in Aldgate on Tuesday mornings 10am – 12noon for some music and craft.
There will be coffee and sweet treats available for the adults from the Miss Sunshine Coffee Van and they can also help the little ones with some […]
[ July 5, 2021; July 7, 2021; July 12, 2021; July 14, 2021; July 24, 2021; July 31, 2021; August 7, 2021; August 14, 2021; ]
Lantern Workshops – Hahndorf Lantern Festival
Learn how to make candle lit paper and cane lanterns for the upcoming Hahndorf Lantern Festival.
Make pyramid, curved or original shaped lanterns on multiple dates in July and August.
It will take 2-3 sessions to finish a lantern depending on complexity. The lanterns stay at the supper room till the festival, […]
[ May 23, 2021; June 27, 2021; August 22, 2021; November 28, 2021; ]
Open Days at Stangate Garden
Discover Stangate Garden, one of Adelaide Hill’s best kept secrets.
Bring along provisions for a picnic and spend the day enjoying the tranquil garden setting. The garden was designed by Elsie Cornish, a renowned garden designer who landscaped with a unique sense of colour and composition. Home to one of Australia’s largest […]
Explore the Mount Lofty Botanic Garden.
Mt Lofty Botanic Garden is a beautiful botanical adventure in the Adelaide Hills only 20 minutes from the city. It is the perfect spot for a relaxing family picnic or walk at any time of year.
Put on your walking shoes, pack your camera, pack some snacks or a picnic and […]
[ May 1, 2021 to May 31, 2021. ]
Chardonnay May
A brand-new celebration of one of Australia’s most loved wine grapes, Chardonnay May is launching in the Adelaide Hills this Autumn.
Throughout the whole of May, wineries, restaurants and bottle shops will be honouring this vibrant and versatile grape variety with tastings, paired dinners, promotions and immersive experiences. 2021 will be the first ever ‘Chardonnay […]
Kersbrook Playground in the Adelaide Hills
The nature playground at Soldiers Memorial Park in Kersbrook was opened in April 2021 and features several climbing structures, a flying fox, slides, nest swings and lots of nature play elements. There are also inclusive in-ground level trampolines and an area for sand play. The play equipment has a […]
[ April 10, 2021; ]
Pick Your Own Fuji Apples at Mahnew Orchard
Mahnew Orchard are opening their orchard for ‘Pick Your Own’ Fuji apples for one day only.
On Saturday 10 April 2021 from 10am until 2pm, visitors will get the chance to pick their own Fuji apples at the orchard.
Please note that there is a very limited quantity of ripe fruit […]
[ May 16, 2021; ]
Four Oaks Farm SA Pizza Party
**Editors note: this event has been cancelled**
Pizza lovers: experience the country way of life at this pizza party
The new wood fired pizza oven at Four Oaks Farm SA will be put into action where one can see food coming from paddock to plate in a new, exciting, first time experience. […]
[ April 21, 2021 to April 23, 2021. ]
Carrick Hill Children’s April School Holiday Program
Join acclaimed storyteller and performer, Michael Mills, as Mr Bill, the man who helped build Carrick Hill, on a storytelling adventure throughout the Storybook Trail, creating your own adventure along the way.
Carrick Hill hosts a ticketed School Holiday Program during the April and September/October school holidays and a self-guided […]
[ April 17, 2021; ]
Acoustic Vibes Mt Barker
Featuring Acoustic sets from Aussie music legend Diesel, Thirsty Merc , Reece Mastin & Taylor Sheridan. Children under 15 also get FREE entry.
Acoustic Vibes Mount Barker is being held on Saturday 17 April at Keith Stephenson Park, Mount Barker. The gate opens at 1pm, wuth the tunes starting at 1:30pm and ending […]
[ April 3, 2021; April 5, 2021; ]
Sweet n Sour – Pick Your Own Apples at Harrisville Orchards
If you’re wondering what to do this Easter, ‘Sweet n Sour’ is a great idea to get out and about and pick your own apples in the Adelaide Hills
Harrisville Orchards will be open on Easter Saturday and Monday for their ‘Pick Your Own’ event. Apples […]
