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Adelaide Koala & Wildlife Hospital Open Day | 8 October 2014

[ October 8, 2014; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a wildlife hospital?
Adelaide Koala & Wildlife Hospital are holding an open day during the second week of the school holidays so you can find out!  There will be a sausage sizzle, raffles, colouring competitions and much more!
The Adelaide Koala & Wildlife Hospital is a not for profit […]

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Westpac Teddy Bear’s Picnic | Adelaide Zoo | 23 August 2014

[ August 23, 2014; ]
Save the date!
Bring the whole family (and your teddies!) to Adelaide Zoo on Saturday 23 August for the Westpac Teddy Bear’s Picnic and help celebrate the birthdays of Australia’s only Giant Pandas, Wang Wang and Funi!
There will be free children’s entertainment, activities and music and everyone is encouraged to bring their teddy bears for a […]

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Frogs & Fairytales – Adelaide Zoo | School Holidays July 2014

Be part of the story at Adelaide Zoo.
With so many weird and wonderful animals at Adelaide Zoo, they all have a unique story to share.  Come visit them these school holidays to learn all about their amazing tales.  Little adventurers can choose their own story through the special activity trail.  Let the Frogs and Fairytales […]

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Westpac Animal Play Day | Monarto Zoo | 8 June & 14 Sept 2014

[ June 8, 2014; September 14, 2014; ]
Animals in nature have to work for a living, to find food, to make nests, to find shelter and even to play! However life for the animals at the zoo is slightly more predictable than in the wild. That’s why the zookeepers at Monarto use enrichment to create variety in work and play, ensuring an […]

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Goolwa Animal Farm | A Family Farm for Great Outdoor Play

Goolwa Animal Farm
Since the Goolwa Animal Farm opened recently in December 2013, we have had a few Play & Go readers contact us, sharing positive feedback and telling us we must visit them. We finally fit in a visit and our little Play & Go testers were not disappointed.
This place has a lovely, really homely […]

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Get Closer | Cleland Wildlife Park

With the summer crowds gone, now is the perfect time to discover why Cleland is so special.
Many people prefer to visit during the cooler months when the park is less busy and the animals are more active.  On some days you might feel like you have the whole park to yourself, which can make the […]

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Celebrating Mother’s Day at the Zoo | 11 May 2014

[ May 11, 2014; ]

If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate your amazing mum this Mother’s Day why not treat the family with a visit to the Adelaide or Monarto Zoo?  Both zoos will be hosting some extra special activities to help you spoil mum and show your appreciation for everything she does.
Adelaide Zoo

Mum receives a […]

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Oakbank Easter Racing Carnival | 19 & 21 April 2014

[ April 19, 2014; April 21, 2014; ]
Oakbank is a carnival like no other in the world and is held annually over the Easter long weekend. Located in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, it attracts more than 60,000 people across the two days of racing on Easter Saturday and Easter Monday.
As a picnic race meeting, racegoers are able to bring their own food […]

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Zoo Passport to Fun | Adelaide & Monarto | April 2014

During the April school holidays, Zoos SA is calling all intrepid travellers to take part in an around the world zoo experience.  Children will be given special zoo passports and are invited to travel the world through its animal inhabitants, visiting a series of ‘border control’ checkpoints set up throughout the zoos.
At each checkpoint, the […]

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Adelaide Animal Expo | 25 – 27 April 2014

[ April 25, 2014; 12:00 pm; April 26, 2014; 10:00 am; April 27, 2014; 10:00 am; ]
The Animal Expo with Dr Harry Cooper is back again in 2014.  South Australia’s largest animal expo is packed with hundreds of cute, cuddly and unusual animals plus pet supplies, expert advice and entertainment making it a great day out for all the family.
Learn how to care for your pets with expert advice from Dr […]

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Royal Adelaide Autumn Horse Show | 28-30 March 2014

[ March 28, 2014 to March 30, 2014. ]

The Royal Adelaide Autumn Horse Show will be staged at the Adelaide Showgrounds from 28 – 30 March 2014.  There will be 480 classes for over 20 horse breeds on show.  See everything from Andalusians to Miniature Ponies, Shetland Ponies to Standardbreds, Arabians to Riding Ponies to name just a few!  Entry to the showgrounds […]

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Australian Alpaca Week Farm Experience | 29 March – 6 April 2014

[ March 29, 2014 to March 30, 2014. April 5, 2014 to April 6, 2014. ]

Hey Kids!  Want to bring your herd over to meet ours?
This Autumn, kids around the country have an extra-special invitation to Australian Alpaca Week 2014.  Children are invited to meet these gentle and fascinating animals up close, learn about their unique ways, and have the opportunity to run their hands through that silky soft fine […]

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Dogapalooza | 16 March 2014

[ March 16, 2014; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Dogapalooza is an awesome charity music event to raise funds and awareness for local animal rescue organisations. Featuring an impressive line-up of local musicians, Dogapalooza will also include animal charity stalls, dog massage/reiki and vegan/vegetarian food.
Musicians on the day will include the very amazing Kelly Menhennett, Kelly Beaumont, The Hushes and more.
There will be dogs […]

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Humbug Scrub Wildlife Sanctuary Family Fun Day | 21 April 2014

[ April 21, 2014; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
The 2014 Humbug Scrub Wildlife Sanctuary Family Fun Day will be held on Easter Monday.  Come along to browse the stalls, feed the animals (the emus happily eat from your hand, others may be more timid), enjoy great BBQ food, check out the cottage museum, take a stroll through the native bushland or just sit […]

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Kids’ Zoo Family Lunch | 18 May 2014

[ May 18, 2014; 11:30 am; ]
Adelaide Zoo’s Kids’ Zoo Family Lunch is a family day, meeting cute and cuddly animals from the Children’s Zoo.  The adults will be treated to a delicious lunch of a selection of homemade soups with crusty bread and cheese while the children will be served with hotdogs and decorated ice cream cones. Juice, water, tea and coffee will […]

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Cleland NightWalks | Feb, Mar & Apr 2014

[ February 28, 2014; 8:00 pm; March 28, 2014; 8:00 pm; April 11, 2014; 8:00 pm; April 24, 2014; 8:00 pm; ]
Cleland NightWalks
See what wakes up when the sun goes down at Cleland Wildlife Park and discover a world previously unseen by visitors!

After dark the park comes alive as potoroos, bettongs and bandicoots forage for food, bats wake up from their day-time slumber and wild possums come searching for fun. The park is also filled with […]

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Adelaide Zoo | Westpac Enrichment Day | 8 February 2014

[ February 8, 2014; 9:30 am; ]
Animals in nature have to work for a living, to find food, to make nests, to find shelter and even to play! However life for the animals at the Zoo is slightly more predictable than in the wild. That’s why the Adelaide Zoo keepers use enrichment to create variety in work and play, ensuring an […]

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Dinosaurs Alive | Adelaide Zoo | 26 Dec 2013 – 2 Feb 2014

[ December 26, 2013 9:30 am to February 2, 2014 9:30 am. January 10, 2014; January 17, 2014; ]

Dinosaurs Alive! 2013
It’s an event 65 million years in the making; from Boxing Day Adelaide Zoo is going back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth.
Meet T. Rex, triceratops, and the entire crew of roaring, snarling, moving dinosaurs!  Your ticket aboard the prehistoric express will include the opportunity to come face-to-face with nine life-like dinosaurs, a […]

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SA Dog Rescue Christmas Party | 30 November 2013

[ November 30, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
SA Dog Rescue are celebrating the festive season with their annual Christmas party on Saturday, November 30th.  SA Dog Rescue is a registered not-for-profit organisation, supported by volunteers in South Australia who are dedicated to saving pets from euthanasia, and finding them a new home where they can live the life they deserve.  Bring the whole family, dogs […]

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Monarto Zoo’s Turning 30! | 26 & 27 October 2013

[ October 26, 2013; October 27, 2013; ]

This year Monarto Zoo is turning 30 years old! A lot has changed over the years and their dedication to conservation and breeding has seen the zoo grow to become a world-class destination.  To celebrate, Monarto Zoo want you to join them and party zoo style all weekend long on the 26 and 27 October, 2013.
Enjoy free […]

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Doggy Day at the Beach | 21 September 2013

[ September 21, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:30 pm. ]
Doggy Day at the Beach is a community event promoting responsible dog ownership with a free BBQ and various fun activities.  As part of an educational campaign to promote responsible dog ownership, The City of Charles Sturt are organising a beach event at Henley Square on the  21st of September 2013.  Ideal for families with pet dogs, this event is aimed at promoting the daylight […]

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Monarto Zoo’s First Westpac Enrichment Day | 22 September 2013

[ September 22, 2013; ]
Animals in nature have to work for a living, to find food, to make nests, to find shelter and even to play!  However life for the animals at the zoo is slightly more predictable than in the wild.  That’s why the zookeepers at Monarto use enrichment to create variety in work and play, ensuring an environment […]

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Hahndorf Farm Barn | Children’s Farmyard & Wildlife Park

Hahndorf Farm Barn
Take a short drive through the town of Hahndorf, past the Beerenberg Strawberry Farm and you’ll soon arrive at the quaint country property that’s home to the Hahndorf Farm Barn.
A combination of animal nursery and wildlife park, the Farm Barn is a must visit for children who wish to see, touch, hold and experience animals in a […]

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Mythical Creatures | Monarto Zoo | April 2013

Let your imagination run wild at Monarto Zoo these school holidays as they celebrate mythical creatures!  Have fun with the weird and wonderful while you visit and learn more about the zoo’s real residents. The fantastical fun includes a specially-themed activity trail, magic shows, music shows, arts and crafts, roving entertainment and extra keeper presentations. […]

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Cleland Wildlife Park | A Native Animal Experience and Education | Review

Cleland Wildlife Park would have to be one of our favourite places to spend the day, as not only is it conveniently close to the city of Adelaide, it is one of the most tranquil places to get a taste of the Australian bush and all it has to offer.
A major tourist attraction in South Australia since 1967, the wildlife park […]

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Horse Riding | Kirby Park | Hahndorf | Adelaide Hills

Horse Riding in Hahndorf
Kirby Park Stud and the Megan Jones Eventing Team Riding School are located in Hahndorf and offer horse riding lessons and trail rides throughout the year. 
Riders can enjoy a scenic 1 hour trail ride through the beautiful hills of Hahndorf at Kirby Park Stud.  MJET offers a great team of horses and ponies to suit […]

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Gorge Wildlife Park | Cudlee Creek

Gorge Wildlife Park Cudlee Creek
Gorge Wildlife Park is unique in that it allows visitors to get up close and personal with an array of different wildlife species.
It’s a family friendly place to learn about, enjoy and experience a variety of animals housed on 14 acres of land.  On entering the park there are paths that meander off in […]

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Narnu Farm on Hindmarsh Island | Family Weekend Away | Review

Narnu Farm
Narnu Farm on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula is the perfect location for a idyllic weekend getaway or short holiday.
Designed with families and children in mind, this quaint coastal destination provides a taste of country living in a safe, quiet environment.  The spacious working farm setting greets you as you drive up the dirt road towards your chosen self contained […]

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An Animal Barn Birthday Party

Regrettably The Animal Barn has closed from the 10th of May 2014

If animals are the theme for your child’s party this year then The Animal Barn as a party venue will tick all the boxes.  Parties are held in private with all facilities prepared especially for the birthday boy or girl.  Your group of family and friends will […]

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Animal Capers Birthday Party | Review

Animal Capers – A Birthday celebration with animals in your own home.
UPDATE 2023: This business is temporarily closed.
For Mr 4’s birthday party he chose to have his own selection of animals as his entertainment – a decision that turned out to be one of our most memorable parties to date.  Everyone was in awe of the […]

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