A major upgrade of the Knightsbridge Reserve playground in Leabrook retains its toddler-friendly nature, with added equipment suitable for older kids too.
Review by Claire Davill
Set in the quiet residential streets of Leabrook, Knightsbridge Reserve is shady and tranquil and a charming, low-key destination, especially for little people. The Reserve has a variety of play equipment […]
Discover the best open, outdoor spaces to explore with kids around Adelaide.
We’ve always known we live in the lucky country here in Australia and one of the best ways to appreciate our own backyard is to go out and explore some of our wide, open spaces. Kids of all ages benefit from getting outside in […]
Awesome SA Charters – Boating & Fishing fun for the whole family.
Awesome SA Charters offers a variety of open water fishing experiences off the South Australian coastline. Departing from North Haven for smaller species like King George Whiting, Mackerel, Salmon, Squid and Blue Swimmer Crabs or further down the coast from Cape Jervis for the […]
Scouts SA encourages more face to face and less face to screen time for kids.
Scouts SA is calling for kids to spend more time socialising face to face than on screens to encourage and support the development of important life skills and attributes such as resilience, leadership, problem solving, personal engagement, curiosity and a desire […]
When to see Ghost Mushrooms in Mount Gambier – Walking Tours.
UPDATE 2024: The Ghost Mushroom Lane event will not be opening this year, however you can book a guided tour. See below for more information.
Take your family on a walk into the forest at night and experience the glow of these intriguing fungi with a […]
Discover Fleurieu Cherries at Pages Flat, South Australia.
A visit to the fabulous Fleurieu Cherries farm is a fun and relaxing way to spend a Sunday with family and friends. They have cool play areas for kids, a cute bar and café but the best part… the most delicious and freshest cherry ice-cream you will ever […]
True Grit Obstacle Course at Caudo Vineyard.
Run, crawl and climb your way through this military-inspired obstacle course at a riverside winery in the Riverland.
Review by Carla Caruso
There’s nothing like a drive to a picturesque winery in the countryside.
It gets a little more intense, however, when you add in a military-inspired obstacle, or several, to the […]
[ April 6, 2024 to April 29, 2024. ]
Adelaide’s Festival Plaza has a new outdoor artwork installation that kids can climb on! Get in quick to check out the Flowbars sculptures while they’re here for the April 2024 school holidays.
Flowbars Sculpture 4.0 and Flow Bar Minis is Festival Plaza’s second outdoor art commission. In collaboration with Seb Humphreys, aka @Order55, the sculptures resemble […]
The Mike Turtur Bikeway is one of Adelaide’s most popular off-road bike routes and it’s right in the city, following the Glenelg tramline from South Terrace.
Review by Carla Caruso
You’ve probably heard of cycling paths in the country that follow old railway lines, like Clare’s Riesling Trail and McLaren Vale’s Shiraz Trail.
(While we’re at it, there’s […]
[ May 12, 2024; ]
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 2024 event will be held in Pinky Flat […]
[ April 13, 2024 to April 14, 2024. April 20, 2024 to April 21, 2024. April 25, 2024; April 27, 2024 to April 28, 2024. May 4, 2024 to May 5, 2024. ]
Pick Your Own Apples in the Adelaide Hills at Plummers Pick Your Own. Experience the last weekend of the current apple picking season on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 May 2024.
Autumn is the perfect time to take a drive into the Adelaide Hills and pick some beautifully sweet, crisp and crunchy Pink Lady apples fresh […]
Explore the Littlehampton Tunnels in the Adelaide Hills.
A short drive up the freeway to Littlehampton, just outside of Mount Barker, brings you to a fantastic group of tunnels that you can walk as a family. There’s plenty to explore here and lots of photo opportunities.
Review by Claire Davill
To reach the tunnels we recommend parking at […]
[ March 29, 2024 to April 1, 2024. ]
The Easter long weekend is one of the most popular weekends at Woodhouse Adventure Park with an “eggstra” special atmosphere created across the period for both the experienced campers and those starting out, as well as families just going in for the day.
Take the chance to be screen-free for a moment and wind down after […]
[ April 17, 2024 to April 18, 2024. ]
Grab your picnic blankets and beanies, Nature Play Forest Festival is returning to Kuitpo Wirra Inparri in April 2024.
Forest Festival is a thoughtfully curated celebration of children, nature, Aboriginal culture, the changing seasons and community. It’s an opportunity to slow down. Adjust your rhythm. Wander with friends. Breathe the crisp forest air. And follow your […]
[ March 20, 2024; ]
Go along for a huge outdoor playgroup in Cleland Wildlife Park to celebrate turning 50 during National Playgroup Week.
Eventgoers can enjoy fun, nature-based activities including water play, nature creations, loose parts play, music, story time on the lawn, and much more. There will also be the opportunity to explore the rest of the park and […]
[ December 15, 2023; ]
Ignite Unley Outdoor Cinema (PG) is returning to the Unley Village Green to celebrate Christmas.
Enjoy Christmas themed pre-film entertainment including live music, children’s craft, Christmas story-time and a special visit by Santa himself.
Dinner and movie snacks are covered with a delicious range of food truck offerings. Then settle in at sunset to enjoy the family […]
Dunstan Adventure Playground in St Peters has reopened after a major upgrade and still features a huge super-sized tunnel slide!
Review By Claire Davill
The upgraded Dunstan Adventure Playground is better than ever! A brand new, extra long slide, plenty of climbing ropes, water play area, large flying fox and big swings make this playground the perfect […]
Earth Adventure Fun Family Tours
Looking to spend some quality time together as a family this school holidays? Earth Adventure offers fun outdoor experiences for all ages.
Take the family for an eco-friendly paddle along the serene River Torrens, where breathtaking city views await. Or for those who crave a touch of adventure, their seasoned instructors are […]
Adventure Kayaking SA
Looking for an enjoyable family activity that will captivate everyone’s interest?
Embark on an unforgettable journey as you kayak through the fascinating Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard. Discover the hidden wonders of the mangrove lined creeks, where marine life, stunning birds, and the friendly Port River Dolphins come together in a spectacular show. […]
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary’s Junior Keeper Experience
Does your child love animals and being outdoors? Maybe they want to be a zookeeper, vet, or wildlife warrior when they grow up? Well, we have found the perfect activity for you in the Adelaide Hills.
Review by Jo Parkinson
Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary’s Junior Keeper Program is a 4-hour, fun filled and […]
Seacliff Surf Life Saving Club is inviting families to Come & Try Nippers!
For the upcoming 2023/24 season, Seacliff SLSC will be conducting it’s 75-minute Come & Try Nipper Program every Saturday afternoon from 21 October through to 25 November (inclusive) for keen juniors to get a taste of surf sports before committing to join.
Come & […]
Enjoy FREE waterslides on Sunday mornings at the Marion Outdoor Pool.
Start your Sunday at the Marion Outdoor Pool with free waterslides from 10am until 12pm, including the popular Twist Slide and Speed Slide.
The green, white and blue Twist Slide starts off with a 15m enclosed tunnel with spectacular translucent colour bands. The tunnel rounds the […]
Harvest the Fleurieu – Pick Your Own Season Open Early
Fun for the whole family, pick your own delicious strawberries in Mt Compass at Harvest the Fleurieu.
Harvest the Fleurieu is a South Australian family owned and operated strawberry farm with a market hall and cafe located in Mount Compass, less than an hour’s drive south of […]
Scouts Ultimate Activity Guide is the ideal gift for kids this Christmas.
Featuring over 200 pages of activities, challenges, experiments, games and much more, three youth and parenting issues have collided to culminate in the creation of the ‘Scouts Ultimate Activity Guide’ – the perfect gift for every family.
Published by Australian Geographic in partnership with Scouts […]
[ September 29, 2023 to October 22, 2023. ]
Pixar Putt Pop-Up Mini Golf coming back to Adelaide for the school holidays!
Adelaide, it’s time to kick some serious putt! Everyone’s favourite Pixar-themed pop-up mini-golf course is returning to South Australia this September/October.
Australia’s much-loved mini-golf phenomenon, Pixar Putt, will open at Riverbank Promenade, Adelaide Convention Centre on Friday 29 September through to Sunday 22 October […]
Pine Reserve Playground in Aberfoyle Park has had an upgrade!
Review by Brooke Hendry
Have you ever lived in an area for years and not realised that you had an absolute treasure of a playground literally around the corner?
This is what has happened to us. How did we not know about Pine Reserve Playground in Aberfoyle Park? We’ve […]
Wilderness Escape day program Go Wild at Southern Adventure Hub
Kids can try out high ropes, zip-lines, rock climbing and more during this thrilling day program.
Review by Carla Caruso
The idea of doing an American summer camp always appealed to me as a youngster. Maybe it was all the teen novels I used to consume.
Well, Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures offers exactly […]
[ July 30, 2023; ]
National Tree Day 2023
Join the community to help plant one million native trees.
Established in 1996, National Tree Day has grown into Australia’s largest community tree-planting and nature care event. The program is a call to action for all Australians to get their hands dirty and give back to their community.
Each year, around 300,000 people volunteer […]
West Beach Adventure is Australia’s most iconic aerial adventure park.
There are aerial adventures, obstacles and fun for all ages, plus amazing views over the coastline.
Mega Climb – Australia’s largest challenge course boasting over 80 aerial obstacles, ranging from heights of 5 to 25 meters. The MegaClimb is a truly stimulating experience giving guests of all abilities the opportunity to […]
[ June 17, 2023; ]
Winter in the Wirra “Let them play in the Mud”
Pack in the gumboots for this year’s winter in the wirra “let them play in the mud”, a free family community event on 17 June 2023.
Gumboots, layers of warm clothing and even a wet weather suit are recommended for this winter event. Hopefully the Parnati – […]
