Play & Go Adelaide

[ March 11, 2022 to March 14, 2022. March 18, 2022 to March 20, 2022. March 25, 2022 to March 26, 2022. ]
Sky Song at the Adelaide Fringe 2022 – Extended to 25 & 26 March
The centrepiece of this year’s Fringe is Sky Song at Leconfield and Richard Hamilton Wines in McLaren Vale.  Watch the sky come alive with hundreds of drones flying in majestic formation, unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Due to popular demand – new sessions […]

[ April 1, 2022 to April 3, 2022. April 10, 2022; ]
Westival – Family Friendly Festival
Sugar, Spice and all things nice at Lockleys Oval this April with open air cinema, music, delicious food and free fun for the kids! A new community festival in Adelaide’s west is launching in April with an amazing program of FREE family entertainment over two brilliant weekends.
Whether you’re a fan of […]

Photo Credit: Darren Thomas
WIN Tickets to 360 ALLSTARS
The 360 ALLSTARS are back at the Adelaide Fringe in 2022. 
A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. The show includes BMX, Basketball, Breakdancing, Beatboxing, Acrobatics, Drumming and more. 
Sold out on Broadway.
Sold out […]

Cab Suave – Adelaide Fringe Show
Join Dick Johnson as he investigates the energetic and fun Cabaret Suave, a questionable establishment run by four sparkly dames. With spectacular circus acts and live music, Sparkle Society transports you back in time in this Film Noir circus show.

Bringing everything you love about beautiful vintage aesthetics, but without the […]

Dive into some serious circus fun with the Splash Test Dummies!
by Sharon Harrington
★★★★ 4 Stars for splash-tastic family fun
When three goofy men with cheeky glints in their eyes run out onto stage clad in skin tight lifesaving bathers to the sound of retro surfer music you know you are in for an hour of fun. And […]

[ February 20, 2022; March 20, 2022; ]
Let’s Party – Family Friendly Fringe Show by Cool for Kids 
20 March 2022 show cancelled
The Music Makers band brings their most colourful and exciting family concert experience to the big stage at the Para Hills Community Club this Adelaide Fringe season.
Tony Genovese and band will perform hit children’s songs that will have everyone’s hips swinging, […]

[ February 19, 2022 to February 20, 2022. February 22, 2022 to February 27, 2022. March 1, 2022 to March 6, 2022. March 8, 2022 to March 13, 2022. March 15, 2022 to March 20, 2022. ]
Borealis Light show returns to Adelaide Fringe in 2022
Returning by popular demand, Borealis is a captivating light installation set over Rymill Park Lake that allows you to experience the wonder of the Northern Lights right here in Adelaide.
Art meets technology in this magical installation that has travelled the world, allowing you to Switzerland-based artivist Dan […]

[ March 26, 2022; ]
Kangaroo Island Fringe Festival
The Kangaroo Island Fringe Festival is back in 2022!
Head to Eleanor Downs in the heart of KI and experience some of the best acts the Fringe has to offer. Set amongst the gum trees, sprawling paddocks and vast open skies, The Shearing Shed will feature an epic festival line up, with an […]

Smiles, Beats & Treats – Festivals & Local Council Events in South Australia
In South Australia we love getting together for festivals and events, and are spoiled for choice with so many things to see and do year-round.
It’s hard to imagine a festival or event in South Australia that wouldn’t involve councils in its planning, preparation, […]

[ March 13, 2022; ]
River Fringe at Waikerie
Go along for the long weekend for a family-day-out by the river.
The day aims to be filled with Fringe fun, markets, aerial acrobatics, food, juggling, and performances. This event is one of many in the freshly cultivated ‘River Fringe’ 10-day mini-festival. Enjoy the Rotary Riverfront markets from 1pm – 6pm with roaming […]

[ March 12, 2022; ]
Naracoorte Fringe Street Party
The Naracoorte Fringe Street Party will return on Saturday 12 March 2022, bigger and better than the inaugural event in 2021. 
Take along your picnic blankets and chairs and settle in for an afternoon of family friendly fun, in the Town Squares featuring the Fringe on Tour caravan, markets, and food vendors.

Expanding in […]

[ March 5, 2022; ]
Sea & Sand Carnival
In 2022, Kingston will host the ‘Sea & Sand Carnival’.
The Sea & Sand Carnival is part of the Fringe on Tour regional program. It is an all ages, inclusive, free community event that includes 2hrs of Fringe entertainment, including the Fringe Caravan, local talent show, sea creatures from the deep, music, comedy, […]

[ February 27, 2022; ]
Fringe at Victor Harbor
Get away for a day of fun, sun and Fringe celebrations in Victor Harbor.
South Australia’s favourite coastal holiday destination will be buzzing on Sunday 27 February with a line up of performances, markets and experiences for the whole family. Go along from 9am to 4pm at Warland Reserve, Ocean Street and Railway […]

[ March 19, 2022 to March 27, 2022. ]
UneARTh Festival
Back again in its week-long format, this year’s UneARTh Festival will feature nine days of events ranging from cabaret to kids shows.
UneARTh Whyalla will kick off on Saturday 19 March in spectacular style with an epic opening event of music, entertainment with diverse food and markets. Go along for a family fun day out […]

[ February 19, 2022; March 5, 2022; March 19, 2022; ]
Science on the Streets
Where is the science in our city? You might be surprised at how many significant scientific sites we have here in Adelaide.
Go along with the MOD. team as they venture through the heart of Adelaide to discover the science behind the city. This tour will highlight selected STEM sites, while showcasing innovative […]

[ February 18, 2022 to March 20, 2022. ]
Family Friendly Shows for Kids at the 2022 Adelaide Fringe 
The Adelaide Fringe is always an exciting time of the year with plenty of free family friendly entertainment and fantastic shows for kids.
The Adelaide Fringe runs for four weeks from mid-February to mid-March and there is something for absolutely everyone on offer, from street theatre and circus acts […]

[ January 26, 2022 to January 29, 2022. ]  
Santos Festival of Cycling – Family Friendly Events 
The City of Adelaide Festival Village will relocate from Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi to Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga for one action-packed day and evening on Wednesday 26 January.
The City of Adelaide Festival Village at Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga will be an attractive feature as part of the 2022 program, with great cycling action – […]

[ January 28, 2022; ]
Santos Festival of Cycling & WOMAD Free Mini Music Festival Event
The Santos Festival of Cycling and WOMDelaide are collaborating to present a free music event at the City of Adelaide Festival Village during the Santos Festival of Cycling in January 2022.
Held on Friday 28 January 2022 starting at 6:30pm, the 150-minute free event will feature […]

[ March 12, 2022; ] [caption id="attachment_160141" align="alignnone" width="630"] Patricia Piccinini, Skywhalepapa, 2020 and Skywhale, 2013. National Gallery of Australia, Canberra © Patricia Piccinini.[/caption]
Skywhales: Every Heart Sings
After brief migrations to Tasmania, Japan and Ireland, Patricia Piccinini’s monumental Skywhale has a new companion, Skywhalepapa.
Skywhale first appeared in the skies above Canberra in 2013, widening the eyes of the population, leaving many […]

STEMmania @ Mt Barker – Science & Technology Fun for Kids
STEMmania @ Mt Barker is designed especially for families with primary school aged children. It is hands-on, interactive and loads of fun and is great for kids who love all things science and technology.
What’s On:

Hold native animals, get up close and personal with invertebrates and […]

JettyFest 100
JettyFest 100 features a free and fun-filled program of events suitable for all ages and interests, with the festivities taking place on, under and alongside the jetty, plus on the beach and in the Port Noarlunga township.
Port Noarlunga Jetty turns 100 this year and the community is invited to a three-day festival to celebrate. […]

[ November 20, 2021 to November 21, 2021. ]
164th Gawler Show
South Australia’s largest regional show is back in 2021 at the Gawler Showgrounds
The 164th Gawler Show will be held on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 November 2021. There will be food, wine, free entertainment, rides, show bags, animals, market stalls, traditional show exhibits and much more.

Please note: there will be no Fireworks this year, […]

Immersion – Interactive Digital Experience Review
Immersion is an interactive digital creation narrated by Adelaide’s Erik Thomson and created by a local team of South Australians with an extensive background in interactive multimedia. The concept encourages viewers to feel as though they are immersed in a different time and place, almost travellers in time watching evolution […]

[ October 28, 2021 to October 31, 2021. November 4, 2021 to November 7, 2021. ]
Family Fun Carnival in Elizabeth
Over two weekends the Family Fun Carnival will be at Ridley Reserve in Elizabeth.
On the last weekend in October and first weekend in November (Thursday to Sunday) the Family Fun Carnival will have rides for the entire family, sideshow games and a variety of show food available. Entry is free.

Rides will include […]

     
Moon Lantern Trail 2021 – Review
One of our favourite OzAsia Festival FREE family events, the Moon Lantern Parade, has been transformed into a 4 day celebration for the first time in 2021. What a beautiful opening night it was in Adelaide.

We had a bite to eat at the Lucky Dumpling Market at […]

[ March 11, 2022 to March 14, 2022. ]
Womadelaide 2022 
WOMADelaide organisers have announced that the event will return to its traditional seven-stage format and the festival will also return to Adelaide’s Botanic Park for its 30th anniversary celebration from 11-14 March 2022.
There will be more than 100 performances across seven stages, the Planet Talks forum, KidZone, art and cooking workshops, the global village […]

[ November 14, 2021; ]
2021 Multicultural Festival
The 2021 Multicultural Festival will be held from 11am to 5pm on Sunday 14 November in Adelaide’s Victoria Square/ Tarntanyangga.
Discover and meet over 70 community groups showcasing more than 50 cultures right in the heart of Adelaide. Sample delicious international cuisine, discover and watch cultural music and performances, and enjoy activities for all […]

[ November 5, 2021 to November 7, 2021. November 10, 2021 to November 14, 2021. November 17, 2021 to November 21, 2021. November 24, 2021 to November 28, 2021. ]
IMMERSION – IMMERSE @ Light

An immersive experience like nothing you’ve ever seen before.

Narrated by Erik Thomson, Immersion is a 360 degree animated experience that will take you on a vivid journey through time to discover how water has shaped our world. From 50 million years ago when the land was covered in dense, wet rainforests, […]

[ October 15, 2021 to October 31, 2021. ]
Enjoy Free Family Activities at WellFest Adelaide
Families can enjoy free activities at WellFest Adelaide, a new festival that takes place between 15-31 October 2021. There’s fun for the whole family!
Take part in a silent disco, kids’ activities, yoga, meditation, cooking demonstrations and more across three weekends on Sunday 17, 24 and 31 at Wellness Squared.

Or, […]

Circus – The Show Play & Go Review 2021
For a bit of Fringe fun in the school holidays, Circus the Show has all the variety and laughs for a great family outing. Fantastic acrobatics, hoops, magic tricks that will have you puzzled, basketball tricks, aerial talent, giant hoop, and a clown with a huge balloon. […]