[ May 30, 2025 to June 1, 2025. ]
The Bastille Festival is doing its Food, Wine & Art Revolution in Adelaide.
While Bastille Festival has long been a July gem lighting up Sydney’s harbourside at The Rocks, Circular Quay, and Customs House with French flair, 2025 brings an exciting twist, expanding to Adelaide’s Festival Plaza!
Get ready for double the celebration as this iconic French […]
[ July 3, 2025 to July 6, 2025. July 10, 2025 to July 13, 2025. July 17, 2025 to July 20, 2025. ]
Adelaide Zoo and Illuminate Adelaide present Universal Kingdom: The Next Era this July!
Experience state-of-the-art puppetry, stunning light installations, and a colourful prehistoric world full of exciting interactive moments created by renowned creative studios Erth and A Blanck Canvas.
Roar into a new era where dinosaurs roam wild around every corner. Prepare to travel back in time […]
[ July 4, 2025 to July 20, 2025. ]
City Lights – Illuminate Adelaide’s FREE Family Friendly Event!
Illuminate Adelaide’s biggest free program of art, light and technology returns with an all-new series of exciting installations featuring interactive experiences, stunning projections, and captivating roaming performances created by world-renowned artists and creative studios.
From 4 – 20 July, Adelaide’s iconic cultural institutions and hidden gems come alight […]
[ March 20, 2025; ]
Base Camp returns to Lot Fourteen in July 2025 as part of Illuminate Adelaide.
Lot Fourteen on North Terrace will again host a pop-up village filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks and cosy firepits. Hidden amongst the laneways of Adelaide’s innovation district, Base Camp showcases the best our state has to offer. With something for everyone, […]
[ May 18, 2025; ]
Adelaide Gaol’s annual History Day is back during South Australia’s History Festival in May 2025.
Step into history at Adelaide Gaol’s annual History Day, an event revealing how choices shaped the lives of prisoners and guards. Explore their challenges through a self-guided tour with immersive activities like polls and a decision trail. Tickets are half-price.
There will […]
[ May 25, 2025; ]
Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide is a fun way fun way for anyone who drives a truck to show their support for kids facing cancer and their families.
Head down to Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide on Sunday 25 May at Victoria Park and enjoy a free family festival, where you can cheer on over 150 trucks […]
[ May 11, 2025; ]
Government House in Adelaide will open its gates to the public for a special History Festival Open Day with free entry.
Guests will have the opportunity to view the public rooms of Australia’s oldest continuously occupied Government House. Members of the public can learn about the architectural features, artefacts, and daily operations.
Presented by Government House Adelaide […]
[ May 4, 2025; ]
The Science Collective’s Mount Barker Science Fair returns to Cornerstone College in May for a day jam packed with interactive science fun.
There will be two three-hour sessions on the day (9.30am-12.30pm and 1pm-4pm) and each session will have amazing science shows, engaging displays and plenty of hands-on activities to keep young family members busy for […]
[ May 25, 2025; ]
RailFest 2025 – Mount Barker Railway Heritage Festival
A family-friendly open day at Mount Barker Railway Station, featuring steam locomotive-hauled shuttle train services* between Mount Barker and Bugle Ranges.
For one day, the Mt Barker Rail Festival will be hosted by SteamRanger at the Mt Barker railway station. The festival gives visitors the opportunity to ride on […]
[ May 21, 2025; ]
The National Simultaneous Storytime book for 2025 is The Truck Cat. Written by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. Published by Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing.
Every year, a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places […]
[ May 12, 2025 to May 18, 2025. ]
Each year, over a hundred thousand people and hundreds of organisations celebrate National Families Week in May – Australia’s annual celebration of families.
The aim of National Families Week is to celebrate the vital role that families play in Australian society. National Families Week is a time to celebrate with your family, make contact with your […]
[ May 16, 2025; ]
On Walk Safely to School Day, primary school aged children are encouraged to walk with their parents or caregiver to school. This encourages healthy habits as well as teaching vital road safety skills.
Primary school aged children across Australia will make those important steps towards a healthier future by participating in National Walk Safely to School […]
[ May 11, 2025; ]
Get set for a morning bursting with good vibes because Market Mums’ Day is returning to the Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market! Plus Shop to Win a Farmers Market Mother’s Day Hamper on the Day.
Join the excitement at the Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market on Sunday 11 May for a fantastic celebration of all things Mum. Start […]
[ May 4, 2025; ]
South Australians are being asked to put schnitties on the menu this May and pledge to support an end to bullying and drug and alcohol-fuelled youth violence.
The fundraising initiative #schnitty4sam organised by the Sammy D Foundation commemorates the life of the charity’s namesake, Sam Davis. Sam was 17 years-old when he played a game […]
Entries are now open for the 2025 Royal Adelaide Show competitions. With over 40 sections on offer across a range of categories, there’s something for everyone.
Do you have a brilliant baker, savvy sewer or green thumb at home? From arts, crafts and cookery, to horticulture, photography and more, the Royal Adelaide Show offers you and […]
[ May 11, 2025; ]
The Mother’s Day Classic is an annual fun run and walk raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research.
Their aim is to deliver a fun, healthy and inspirational community event that brings the community together on Mother’s Day to support and remember those touched by breast cancer.
Adelaide’s 2025 event will be held in Pinky Flat […]
[ May 10, 2025; September 6, 2025; ]
The special SteamRanger experience for young families is back in May and September with the ‘Teddy Bears Picnic’ train.
The Teddy Bears Picnic train operates between Mount Barker and Strathalbyn, departing Mount Barker at 10am in the morning and returning in the afternoon around 4.30pm. Pack your own picnic to enjoy at the Strathalbyn Station park […]
[ May 18, 2025; ]
Walk to Defeat MND and show your support for the Motor Neurone Disease community in South Australia by raising awareness and vital funds for research and care.
Walk to Defeat MND is one of MNDSA’s major annual fundraising events which enables MNDSA to provide qualified, experienced and passionate staff to provide care, comfort, and supportive client […]
[ May 4, 2025; May 18, 2025; May 31, 2025; ]
Discover the magic of play this May in the City of Adelaide.
Enjoy weekend events at family-friendly playspaces like Marshmallow Playspace, Glover North, and City Skate—perfect for outdoor fun, fresh air, and playful adventures.
With a vibrant mix of playspaces across the Adelaide Park Lands, kids can climb, splash, swing, and explore. From water play and nature […]
[ May 31, 2025 to June 1, 2025. ]
Meet your favourite cosplay creators, shop a selection of products and catch up with fellow pop-culture fans. The Oz Comic-con returns for 2025 at the Adelaide Showgrounds.
At Oz Comic-Con, diversity and passion are celebrated within pop culture fandoms. With its inclusive atmosphere, it provides a platform for fans of all ages and interests to come […]
[ May 24, 2025; ]
Green Industries SA has partnered with local councils and charities to offer a FREE clothing donation and linen recycling event to be held on Saturday 24 May 2025.
The event will run from 9am to 3pm, with 8 sites open across Adelaide to all South Australian residents. Unwanted, high-quality clothing and old, worn-out linens will be […]
[ May 17, 2025 to May 18, 2025. ]
Celebrate cats at the inaugural Oz Feline Fair & CATstravaganza, the convention for everything ‘cat’.
This year, the Oz Feline Fair is partnering with world-renowned, celebrity cat judge and social media mega-star, Steven Meserve to bring his Loving Cats Worldwide (LCWW) International Cat Competition, the CATstravaganza to Adelaide.
The fair will showcase cats of all breeds, from […]
[ May 2, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond
Tasting Australia is where foodies come to discover what’s new on the menu.
Intimate dinners with world-class chefs, adventures to some of the state’s most remote regions and a wine party in Town Square are all on offer when Tasting Australia presented by RAA Travel returns in 2024.
Homegrown chefs, winemakers, beverage […]
[ May 17, 2025 to May 18, 2025. ]
The Adelaide Pregnancy, Babies & Children’s Expo allows parents to chat face-to-face with a wide range of exhibitors to gain up-to-date, expert advice on the early years of parenting. You can also see, touch, try and buy the products and services that best suit your needs.
Event-goers can receive expert tips and advice from trusted experts, […]
[ May 17, 2025; ]
The Environment Expo will be a day of sustainability, nature, hands-on learning, creativity and fun at Burnside Civic Centre.
Entry is FREE and everyone is welcome to walk in and enjoy the event. However, some events require registration to secure your spot. The keynote speaker for 2025 will be Hannah Moloney from Gardening Australia, who will […]
[ May 18, 2025; ]
Join the Pioneer Women’s Trail Walk and 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 […]
[ January 16, 2026 to January 18, 2026. ]
The City of Port Lincoln has confirmed the much-loved Tunarama Festival is set to make its long-awaited return in January 2026, promising a revitalised festival that captures the heart and soul of Port Lincoln.
With its rich history and iconic traditions, Tunarama has been a cornerstone of community spirit and regional pride for over 60 years. […]
[ May 15, 2025; ]
Rug up and get messy with Playgroup SA at Cleland Wildlife Park. Mud & Play features mud pits, sensory activities, story time, nature creations, entertainment and more.
Mud and Play is a special event with subsidised pricing for Playgroup SA-enrolled families. Go along to Cleland Wildlife Park for a range of fun nature-based activities and outdoor […]
[ May 2, 2025; ]
The Seacliff Golf Course will be hosting an official grand opening on Friday 2 May 2025 with a free twilight event.
The free community event will have live acoustic music, complimentary food and soft drinks for all, a putting competition and even a golf simulator. Mayor of Marion, Kris Hanna, will be attending to officially open […]
[ April 27, 2025; ]
Looking for a quieter swimming experience? Go along for a sensory-friendly swimming session at the ARC in Campbelltown.
The environment will be specifically adapted with a reduced crowd size and noise to ensure calm for those who need it. Attendance is free, however, bookings will be limited. The ARC pool will close to the general public […]
