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Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival | 13 Aug 2016

[ August 13, 2016; 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]  
Come and be part of the Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival!
Fancy an authentic winter festival that’s equal parts pretty and mindblowing?

In the Hills’ answer to Adelaide’s pop-up Alpine Winter Village, the Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival is bringing magic to Hahndorf this month.

On Saturday 13 August 2016 the picturesque village of Hahndorf will transform into a paper lantern wonderland […]

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Umbrella Winter City Sounds Festival | Jul & Aug 2016

Umbrella Winter City Sounds is a NEW live music festival presented by Music SA
The inaugural Umbrella Winter City Sounds will be held from 15 July 2016 6o 7 August 2016 and offers an exciting smorgasbord of curated live music projects and other performances across the Adelaide CBD to warm and illuminate the colder weeks.
There will be over 250 events across […]

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Sesame Street Elmo's Super Fun Hero Show Nov 16

Ended: WIN Tickets to Elmo’s Super Fun Hero Show

Win Tickets to Sesame Street Presents Elmo’s Super Fun Hero Show
Get excited! Sesame Street is back in Adelaide in a brand NEW live-on-stage adventure, Sesame Street presents Elmo’s Super Fun Hero Show, and to celebrate we’re giving away tickets to TWO very lucky families (valued at $200 per family) to see the show! Want a chance to win […]

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Game Obsession Expo

Game Obsession Expo | 7 Aug 2016

[ August 7, 2016; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
Organisation is well under way for the Mannum Agricultural Society’s (Mannum Show’s) new annual event the Game Obsession Expo
The Game Obsession Expo will be held on Sunday 7 August 2016 from 9am – 5pm.
This will be a fun event for all the family, focusing on all things game, obsession, hobby & interest related.

What can you see […]

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Something On Saturday The Composer Is Dead

The Composer is Dead | Something on Saturday & Adelaide Cabaret Festival | Review 2016

Something on Saturday | The Composer Is Dead
Review by Susannah Marks
Based on the book of the same name by Lemony Snicket, The Composer Is Dead is a musical whodunnit and a great introduction to the orchestra for kids.
The Something on Saturday program has teamed up with the Adelaide Cabaret Festival to present this production with […]

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Vegan Festival Adelaide | 5 & 6 Nov 2016

[ November 5, 2016 to November 6, 2016. ]
This massive 2-Day Community Event in South Australia aims to celebrate, promote and provide education on living a happy, healthy, compassionate and sustainable vegan lifestyle.
The festival aims to be family and pet friendly with a fun-filled atmosphere with market stalls including: vegan products; vegan food and beverages; animal rights groups; vegan and vegetarian societies. It will […]

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Alpine Winter Village in Adelaide | Ice Skating & Festivities on the Torrens Riverbank | 7 to 31 Jul 2016

[ July 7, 2016 to July 31, 2016. ]
A winter playground in Adelaide complete with an open air ice rink for ice skating, themed bars, warming food and children’s entertainment that will run daily. This will be an all-ages destination this winter.
The masterminds behind the Royal Croquet Club are at it again… This July, The Social Creative in conjunction with Renewal SA will […]

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Campbelltown Pizza Festival | 1 – 27 Jul 2016

[ July 1, 2016 9:00 pm to July 27, 2016 9:00 pm. ]
Campbelltown Pizza Festival
Back for its 3rd year – The 2016 Campbelltown Pizza Festival will be held from the 1 – 27 July 2016 in pizza venues throughout the City of Campbelltown. The pizzeria venues included in this festival represent a strong commitment to authenticity and high quality, while following the authentic way of making pizza. Their […]

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Science Alive! | 6 & 7 Aug 2016

[ August 6, 2016; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. August 7, 2016; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
2016 is going to be the largest Science Alive! yet
With over 70 exhibitors already confirmed, 2016 is going to be the largest Science Alive! yet. Science Alive! is an expo designed for children to immerse themselves in the fun and excitement of learning “why things work and do what they do”. So consider the weekend of […]

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Sea and Vines Family Day

Sea and Vines Family Day | McLaren Vale | 13 Jun 2016

[ June 13, 2016; 10:00 am; ]
Family Day at Sea and Vines Festival
The Monday of the June long weekend is traditionally a day to enjoy Sea & Vines with your whole family – and 2016 is no exception!

Many of the vineyards that are part of the Sea and Vines Festival have family-friendly activities on offer from face painting to bouncy castles; […]

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Adelaide Model Railway Show

Adelaide Model Railway Exhibition | Angle Park | 11 to 13 Jun 2016

[ June 11, 2016; 9:30 am; June 12, 2016; 9:30 am; June 13, 2016; 9:30 am; ]
28th Annual Adelaide Model Railway Exhibition – Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend!
Go and see Adelaide’s premiere model train show, with operating layouts, commercial sales, modelling demonstrations and kids activities.  There will be over 30 working model railway layouts to view, Kitty Kat Face Painting and an activity table for the kids.

Find yourself a bargain on the secondhand table or […]

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Willunga Almond Blossom Festival

Willunga Almond Blossom Festival | Sat 30 Jul 2016 & Sun 31 Jul 2016

[ July 30, 2016; July 31, 2016; ]
The Willunga Almond Blossom Festival
The Willunga Almond Blossom Festival has been held in the last week of July every year since 1969. Each year the Festival gets bigger and better and 2016 is set to do the same. There is family entertainment for all ages including show rides, delicious food stalls, market stalls, local artisans and much, […]

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melrose fat tyre festival 10-13 June 2016

Melrose Fat Tyre Festival | June 10-13 2016

[ June 10, 2016 8:00 am to June 13, 2016 11:30 am. ]
Melrose Fat Tyre Festival.
Every June long weekend, mountain bike riders from around Australia come to Melrose for the Fat Tyre Festival some making this event their “must do” every year!

Riders love the chilled out vibe and non competitive nature of the event. They come to improve their skills, ride trails they wouldn’t normally be allowed […]

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Kapunda’s Story by Kapunda Musical Society | 28 May 2016

[ May 28, 2016; 7:30 pm; ]
Come and hear the story of Kapunda, the oldest mining town in Australia
Come and hear the story of Kapunda, recounted through songs, locally-written skits, poems and stories. The event will be held in the Chapel Theatre in Kapunda in what was the former Congregational Church.

Kapunda, the oldest mining town in Australia has an amazing and […]

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Zirka Circus | Castle Plaza & West Lakes| 28 Jul – 28 Aug 2016

[ July 28, 2016 7:00 pm to August 28, 2016 7:00 pm. ]
Zirka Circus is back – in Edwardstown and West Lakes!
Zirka Circus, the first contemporary circus to be owned and operated in Australia by a woman is visiting Australia as part of its World Tour! Jeni Hou’s family has been entertaining crowds for 3 generations.

Zirka brings a fresh and exciting new look to circus in Australia. […]

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SA Truck and Ute Show | 12 Jun 2016

[ June 12, 2016; ]
If you have always been in awe of those big trucks as you travel next to them along the freeway, then Mannum is the place to be on Sunday 12th June.
Mannum’s main streetscape will become one massive trucking garage where you will see polished prime movers, trucks and utes from accross the State and the […]

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monster jam 2016

Monster Jam Adelaide | 15 Oct 2016

[ October 15, 2016; 7:00 pm; ]
Monster Jam Adelaide Expect the Unexpected
One of the biggest family shows, Monster Jam® is heading back to Adelaide with its big trucks and high-powered vehicles including some familiar favourites, plus up to five brand new trucks and drivers. With even more super-charged moto-tainment this will be a unique sensory experience like no other.
Australia will be the […]

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Winter Street Food Festival | 4 & 5 Jun 2016

[ June 4, 2016; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]  

It is the first week of winter and lets gather together to enjoy Food glorious food! Cheap, exotic and tasty!
Food lovers UNITE for this exciting weekend devoted to tasty cuisine of the world! ‘Street food’ is ready-to-eat food, drinks and desserts sold by colourful hawkers, charismatic vendors, delivered to you from a portable food booth, […]

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Steampunk Festival | National Railway Museum | 17 & 18 Sep 2016

[ September 17, 2016; 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. September 18, 2016; 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. ]
Steampunk Festival ‘16!
Head to the National Railway Museum for two days of great fun at the Steampunk Festival. There will be a mixture of antique dress up, weird science, live music, merchant stalls and artists exhibitions. There will be plenty of food and drink available and lots of photo opportunities. Best dressed competition, prizes and more!
Steam train Bill, […]

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Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend | 13 – 16 May 2016

[ May 13, 2016 to May 16, 2016. ]
Go North, a little further up the road, where the sky is at its bluest and the paddocks shine like gold. A little further and the intertwined rows of gnarly old vines dot the landscape, you’re there, this is Clare, real wine country, a county wine region.
The Clare Valley is one of Australia’s premier wine […]

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Falling Bombs and Floating Cards | History Festival | 7-8 & 21-22 May 2016

[ May 7, 2016; May 8, 2016; May 21, 2016; May 22, 2016; ]
Join the oldest magic club in Australia, in their underground club rooms for some history, some nostalgia and a magic show.
A rare opportunity to look behind the scenes of this most secretive of performing arts. Look behind the smoke and mirrors and tour Australia’s only Magic club rooms.

Falling Bombs and Floating Cards is part of […]

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Morgan Living River Festival | 14 & 15 May 2016

[ May 14, 2016 to May 15, 2016. ]
The Morgan Living River Festival is a celebration of the picturesque town of Morgan and its people, of their lifestyle, of boats, and, of course, of the scenic River Murray itself.
With various displays, food, craft, gift, clothing and wine stalls there is plenty to see and do, with games and challenges to enjoy.

Go for a cruise on […]

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DreamBIG Children’s Festival | 18 – 27 May 2017

[ May 18, 2017 to May 27, 2017. ]
DreamBIG Children’s Festival 2017
The 2017 DreamBIG Children’s Festival is bursting with shows, events, activities, workshops and more that promise to entertain and inspire as well as educate and motivate young South Australian minds.
The Festival runs from 18 to 27 May 2017, and kicks off with a spectacular opening event that is fast becoming a festival […]

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Sea and Vines Family Day

Sea and Vines Festival | McLaren Vale | 10 – 13 Jun 2016

[ June 10, 2016 to June 13, 2016. ]
Head to McLaren Vale over the June long weekend for the annual Sea and Vines Festival
Hosting four days of indulgence, decadence and delight, the McLaren Vale Sea and Vines Festival caters for all ages and tastes with a wide variety of events. From intimate degustation dinners with celebrity chefs and winemakers, structured masterclasses, a Spanish […]

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Kodomo No Hi Japan Festival | 1 May 2016

[ May 1, 2016; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]

JAFA’s annual Kodomo no Hi Japan Festival is on again!

The day is filled with Japanese performances, food, activities, martial arts, kimono-wearing and lots more!

Cost: $2 per person | $5 per family.

Come in Japanese costume!

For more information and all enquiries please visit the Japanese Australia Friendship Association website.

What: Kodomo no Hi Japan Festival

When: Sunday 1 May 2016 | […]

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Philippine Fiesta | Victoria Square | 1 Oct 2016

[ October 1, 2016; ]
Experience Filipino culture in Adelaide!
Hosted by the Consulate General of the Philippines in South Australia, the Philippine Fiesta of South Australia takes place on Saturday, 1 Oct 2016 from 11am.

The Fiesta will showcase the vivacity of the Philippine culture and will feature Filipino food, live entertainment, display stalls, souvenirs, street parades and dance competitions all […]

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Murray Bridge Kite Festival | 30 Apr 2016

[ April 30, 2016; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
The Rural City of Murray Bridge & OPAL are holding their first annual Kite Festival on April 30th, coinciding with the last weekend of school holidays.
They have lots of great things planned, with the Adelaide Kite Fliers Association making the trip up to put on another spectacular sky show of colour along the river front. The […]

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South Australia’s History Festival | 1 – 31 May 2016

[ May 1, 2016 to May 31, 2016. ]
South Australia’s History Festival is happening again in 2016!
The History Festival is all about South Australian history. From 1 to 31 May, thousands of people will explore our history through events which range from walks to websites, talks to tours, and exhibitions to special events.

Have you ever wanted to see inside Glenside Hospital’s infamous Z […]

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The Autumn Leaves Festival | Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup | 13 Apr 2016

[ April 13, 2016; 9:45 am to 11:45 am. ]

Celebrate ‘Kids in Nature Week’ at The Autumn Leaves Festival.
There will be special guests including Kezzarumba singing her beautiful childrens songs. Kate Habmayer author of Nature Craft for Aussie Kids will also be there, guiding children to make nature crowns and decorate mud pies. Her book will be for sale at the sign in desk. Mighty Mighty Coffee will […]

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Ni Hao Unley Chinese Festival | 1 Apr 2016

[ April 1, 2016; 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ]
Experience the transformation of Oxford Terrace Unley into a Chinese cultural delight!
Immerse yourself in Chinese culture including Lion Dancing, Traditional Knotting and Calligraphy workshops and Tai Chi demonstrations.
Enjoy the delicious traditional Chinese food on offer.
The festival is the first of its kind to be held in Unley and aims to celebrate Chinese culture while creating […]

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