Play & Go Adelaide

[ December 14, 2024 to December 21, 2024. ]
Little Picassos Christmas School Holiday Art Fun
Join Little Picassos during the October school holidays for a selection of fun and creative holiday classes in a studio setting that provides an inspirational and motivational Artspace for children.
Air-conditioned/ heated and spacious, with a dynamic and inspirational program to suit every artist from 2.5 – 16 years of […]

The importance of fostering a love of literacy among our children – including why and how to do it – was the focus at an enlightening and inspiring panel discussion held at St Raphael’s School in Parkside this week.
The expert panel featured renowned children’s authors, illustrators and literacy and library specialists and was held as […]

[ December 17, 2024; January 2, 2025; January 9, 2025; January 15, 2025 to January 16, 2025. ]
Kids & Teens Pottery Classes at Urth Clay Studio – Burnside & Goodwood
Big Brain Tiny Hands is Urth Clay Studio’s favourite kids holiday activity. Their one-off pottery classes prioritise experimentation and muddy fun over seeking perfection.
Unlike traditional approaches, they encourage kids to freely explore shapes and textures, fostering a sense of joy in the creative […]

[ November 4, 2024; ]
Transform Your Child’s Future: Join St Raphael’s School for the Game-Changing “Reading Revolution”!
In a bold move to combat the dominance of screens and ignite a passion for literacy, St Raphael’s School is launching a groundbreaking “Reading Revolution” program. This innovative initiative, featuring an expert panel and read-a-thon, aims to instill a love of reading in […]

Little Market Chefs is a low-cost cooking class for kids aged 6-12, and is run by the fantastic team at Sprout at the Adelaide Central Market during the school holidays.
Review by Claire Davill
The Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies program runs during each school holidays at the Adelaide Central Market, and is designed to get kids […]

The SAPOL Road Safety Centre has moved from Bonython Park in Adelaide to a new location in West Beach. 
The new Road Safety Centre located within the West Beach Parks Precinct is now open to the public. It features a mock roadway where young pedestrians and cyclists can learn about road safety in a safe and […]

Play, learn and empathise: New video game redefines the neurodiverse narrative.
Life (Re)Sounding is a short (around 15-20 minute) game/interactive 5 track music album created using Unreal 5 and the Meta Midi Tool kit. It is designed to raise awareness of neurodiversity by encouraging players to engage with slices of life of a neurodivergent person thrust […]

[ October 19, 2024; ]

In celebration of Children’s Week, Dr Terence Sheppard (B.Ec., B.A. Psych. (Hons), PhD), an Adelaide Paediatric psychologist and co-author of Positive Parenting: a Guide to Raising Psychologically Healthy Children, will be hosting a special talk.
A veteran and well-known authority on the subject of mental health for children and teenagers, Dr Terence will host an interactive […]

[ October 14, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Get ready to join Australia’s biggest birdwatching and citizen science event this October. Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this is your chance to connect with nature in a fun and easy way.
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is one of Australia’s biggest citizen science events. This year is the eleventh count, […]

[ October 1, 2024; October 8, 2024; ]
School Holiday Nutrition Workshops for Kids.
Do you want to up skill your children with important life skills and knowledge around the importance of nutrition?
Brooke Hines from Puzzle Performance is running nutrition workshops in the October school holidays for junior athletes and their families.  Brooke is an accredited practicing dietitian and sports dietitian and as a […]

School Holiday fun for all ages with Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies.
Value packed Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies is back at the Adelaide Central Market during the October school holidays!
All school holiday activities are free or low cost and include the ever popular Market Trail and Little Market Chefs.  Activities are held over […]

[ September 28, 2024 to October 4, 2024. October 7, 2024 to October 11, 2024. ]  
The Cirkidz Spring School Holiday Program offers an action-packed opportunity for Adelaide kids to dive into the exciting world of circus arts.
Held at the fully indoor, air-conditioned SA Circus Centre in Bowden, the program features a variety of half-day and full-day sessions. Children will take part in activities like trampolining, aerial apparatus, acrobatics, tumbling, […]

[ September 27, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
City of Charles Sturt Free School Holiday Sports Program.
Kids of all abilities, aged from 3-17 years, are welcome to book their spot in the ever-popular FREE City of Charles Sturt School Holiday Sports Program.
Held at various locations throughout the City during the school holidays from Friday 27 September to Sunday 13 October 2024, local sports […]

[ October 9, 2024 to October 11, 2024. ]      
The popular NumberWorks’n Words Holiday Program is back these October school holidays and places are filling up!
The school holiday programs are the perfect opportunity to help your child build confidence in maths and English whilst having fun! The programs include daily intensive lessons with students, enabling students to build rapidly on the previous […]

[ September 28, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Discover FREE activities for kids during the school holidays at the Australian Space Discovery Centre in Adelaide.
Launch into School Holidays at the Australian Space Discovery Centre this September and October! As well as free entry from 10am to 5pm every day from 28 September to 13 October, they have daily activities to inspire budding space explorers […]

‘A Window on SAHMRI’ is an annual open day  giving a unique look inside the ‘cheesegrater’ building on North Terrace.
If you have ever wondered what happens inside Adelaide’s ‘cheesegrater’ building,  SAHMRI’s open day is a chance to see and learn about cutting edge research with hands-on activities.
Review by Claire Davill
SAHMRI is South Australia’s independent not-for-profit […]

[ August 19, 2024 to August 25, 2024. ]  
Discover the Difference of a Catholic Education! 
Visit your local Catholic school for Catholic Schools Open Week from 19 – 25 August and explore the unique pathways their schools offer for your child’s educational journey. From early learning to Year 12 graduation, see firsthand the nurturing environments, meet the dedicated educators, and learn about their commitment […]

[ August 11, 2024 to August 14, 2024. ]
FREE Family Friendly Online Event: World Heritage – Beyond the Boundaries

Go on a fascinating journey into the depths of the World Heritage listed Naracoorte Caves.
The live stream series, ‘World Heritage – Beyond the Boundaries’ explores the natural wonders and rich history of this unique site. Join the expert presenters, including researchers and site staff, to […]

[ July 10, 2024 to July 18, 2024. ]
People of all ages, including kids, can celebrate National Science Week in South Australia with a fascinating range of interactive events, exhibitions, competitions.
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Running each year in August, it features more than 1000 events around Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, […]

[ June 28, 2024; June 30, 2024; ]
Twice a month, the South Australian Museum will be bringing STEM activities and games into the Discovery Centre and inviting their youngest visitors to explore the space.
Get curious and ready to explore!  Guide your child to explore through hands on activities during Toddler Takeover mornings at the South Australian Museum.  Read a story together, […]

Join the Eco-Heroes on their mission to save the Earth, one adventure at a time!
Get ready to meet Sammy, the adventurous seed! She’s about to embark on an incredible journey where the magic of photosynthesis comes alive before your eyes!
In this captivating tale, you’ll dive into the world of plants and discover the amazing process […]

Creating the building blocks for young conservationists: Zoos launch Eco Detectives in Minecraft Education.
An innovative collaboration between zoos across Australia and New Zealand, Microsoft AUS/NZ, and expert game developers Team Workbench in Amsterdam has resulted in Eco Detectives, a Minecraft computer game. This game empowers students to act as conservationists in their local ecosystems using […]

[ June 5, 2024; ]
World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment.
World Environment Day is the biggest international day for the environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and held annually since 1973, it has grown to be the largest global platform for environmental outreach. It […]

Free Tuition in Terms 3 & 4 – Catholic Education South Australia 
Reception students who join a 2024 mid-year intake at a Diocesan Catholic school will get free tuition in Terms 3 and 4! It is not too late to tour a local Catholic school and enrol to start school in Term 3 if your child […]

Top Museums to Visit with Kids in South Australia
Museums offer a world of wonder and discovery for kids. Many museums have interactive displays or exhibitions that allow kids to engage with history, science and culture in a fun and engaging way.
In Adelaide, you’ll find a great range of museums to suit all interests; uncover the […]

Explore The Art Gallery of South Australia on North Terrace, Adelaide.
There’s plenty for kids to see and do at the Art Gallery and there’s so much more than just looking at paintings on the wall!
Review by Claire Davill
Don’t shy away from taking kids into The Art Gallery of South Australia as there’s plenty of kid-friendly […]

[ May 4, 2024; ]
Explore Fort Glanville as part of the South Australia’s History Festival in a colourful and sometimes noisy event. 
The performance will feature nineteenth-century military drill, with cannon fire and musketry demonstrations, all in the soft glow of lamplight. This enables event-goers the opportunity to see the gun-flashes light up the darkness.

Presented by the Fort Glanville Historical […]

[ May 11, 2024; ]
Explore historical items, buildings, interactive and static displays as well as activities for children at the Enfield Unit, SA State Emergency Service: Open Day as part of South Australia’s History Festival in May.
The origin of Enfield SES dates back to 1965 where, during the Cold War, fears of nuclear attack led to the formation of […]

[ May 19, 2024; ]
In this South Australia History Festival event, young visitors may find themselves in a drill squad at Fort Glanville experiencing what it was like to defend South Australian shores in the late nineteenth century. 
Fort Glanville was the key to South Australia’s defence against hostile attacks on our communications in the late-nineteenth century. This is illustrated […]

[ May 1, 2024 to May 5, 2024. May 7, 2024 to May 12, 2024. May 14, 2024 to May 19, 2024. May 21, 2024 to May 26, 2024. May 28, 2024 to May 31, 2024. ]
Immerse yourself in the history of rural South Australia at Loxton Historical Village with more than 45 displays, each telling the story of the struggle, heartache, and ingenuity of pioneer settlers.
Go on a self-guided tour during South Australia’s History Festival and view the extensive machinery and vehicle displays, sit at original old desks in school […]