What's on for Adelaide Families & Kids

[ February 14, 2020 to March 1, 2020. ] [caption id="attachment_123216" align="alignnone" width="630"] Image credit: Sarasota Experience/The Big Bounce[/caption]
The Big Bounce – World’s Largest Inflatable Theme Park coming to Adelaide
Big Bounce have announced they’re bringing the World’s Biggest Bounce House (it’s Guinness World Record certified), an incredible 300 metre long inflatable obstacle course AND a three part space-themed wonderland to five Australian cities for […]

Flinders Uni’s ‘SpringFest’, plus walking trails – Review, October 2019
The southern suburbs uni recently opened its doors for a family-friendly event. But, as we discovered, the campus has even more to offer, including scenic walking trails.
by Carla Caruso
It’s been a while since I’ve been a uni student (scarily, almost two decades), so I haven’t had […]

[ November 3, 2019; ]
Fleurieu Fondo – Ride the Southern Expressway – totally CAR FREE!
With ride distances of between 12km and 125km, the Fleurieu Fondo “Road” offers a classic road ride experience featuring the exclusive opportunity to ride along a car-free Southern Expressway and enjoy a scenic cruise along Adelaide’s beautiful southern beaches.

Then head inland to Willunga via an undulating […]

[ November 3, 2019; ]
Put Your Foot Down Walk Adelaide
On Sunday 3 November, the boardwalk of Grange Jetty Reserve in Adelaide will be awash in a sea of purple as walkers from Adelaide and the surrounding region unite to raise much needed funds and awareness for pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic cancer is predicted by experts to be the 2nd biggest cancer […]

Minda Coast Park Opens to the Public
The new coastal pedestrian and cycling pathway in North Brighton, Minda Coast Park, links the esplanade pathways from Glenelg to Brighton.
The $5.3million project includes a 500-metre long pathway through the Minda Dunes, a multi-use public plaza at Somerton Surf Life Saving Club, along with a large elevated deck and public seating […]

Ready Steady Go Kids – Enrolments for Term 4
Ready Steady Go Kids is Australia’s leading multi-sport program for preschoolers and is still taking enrolments for term 4.
With over 200 locations nationally including 14 locations across Adelaide, their physio-designed program teaches the fundamentals of 10 different sports in a fun, non-competitive environment. Click here to view […]

[ November 8, 2019; November 22, 2019; November 27, 2019; ]
Little Tikes on Bikes
Take your little one(s) for a fun filled 2 hour session at the Road and Cycle Safety Centre.
Take along your child’s bike and helmet as they’ll be able to navigate the mini-road network – with workable traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, a train crossing and round about. Minimal safety information will be delivered […]

[ October 14, 2019 to December 14, 2019. ]
Kindergym Unley Term 4 2019
Kindergym Unley provides an affordable opportunity for preschool children to engage in group and self-directed play enabling them to explore their sensory, physical and social world.  It is a non-competitive and inclusive activity. 
Parents and caregivers stay and play too, giving children the opportunity to practise and develop their motor and […]

[ October 27, 2019; ]
Free Sailing Experience – National Discover Sailing Day
Enjoy a free sailing experience as part of National Discover Sailing Day 2019 on Sunday 27 October at the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron.
Enjoy a short sail, check out the Club’s facilities, and you too could be enjoying this amazing sport and on your way to some cruising […]

[ October 20, 2019; November 17, 2019; January 27, 2020; March 29, 2020; ]
West Lakes Kids Series Triathlons
Triathlon South Australia is proud to bring to you a new kids race series embedded in their Westfield West Lakes Triathlon Series Events.
Thanks to the generous support of Westfield West Lakes, the events will see participants aged 6-10 years participate in a fun and engaging event that will see the kids […]

[ October 5, 2019 to October 12, 2019. ]
Adelaide Oval Stadium Golf
Adelaide Oval will be turned into a golfer’s paradise over seven days, from Saturday 5 October 2019.
Featuring a nine-hole golf course, a nine-hole putting course, a Clubhouse putting hole, longest drive simulator competition and more – all open to the general public and corporate groups.

Teeing off from locations around the stadium, including […]

[ November 17, 2019; ]
Adelaide Colour Frenzy at Bonython Park
On Sunday 17 November 2019, Colour Frenzy will be holding a Fun Walk/Run at Bonython Park.  As well as a colourful fun run, there will be market stalls, free face painting, free jumping castle and more.

The event starts at 7am, with the fun run warm up starting at 8:15am and […]

[ October 10, 2019 to October 11, 2019. ]
AFL Max hosts the Rory Sloane Academy
Looking for ways to keep the kids busy these school holidays? Sign them up for the Rory Sloane Academy at AFL Max.
Rory will be hosting a session jam-packed with skills, fitness, mini-games, team challenges, aerial training, health education, breathing, a simulated press conference and more.

On top of that, kids […]

[ September 18, 2019 to November 30, 2019. ]
Spring guide to the city of Adelaide
Let the city be your playground this spring! With our longer days and warmer nights, it’s the perfect time to seek out city-bound adventures. There’s so much to do and so many places for families to explore.
Pick one of eleven fabulous play spaces to explore with the kids. Find […]

Exploring Telowie Gorge – yet another hidden gem in the Southern Flinders Ranges!
by Katrina Gogel
After years of saying ‘we must call in there’ we finally took the turn off from the highway near Port Pirie and ventured into beautiful Telowie Gorge Conservation Park for a family bushwalk.
Telowie Gorge is home to dramatic scenery and a […]

AFL Max has been taking Adelaide by storm since opening its doors. The 5,500sqm unique state-of-the-art footy skills and entertainment centre brings together the latest technology and traditional skills development for players and fans of all ages.
by Katrina Gogel
Sharpen up on your kicking, passing and tackling skills, climb, bounce, experience the excitement of a live […]

[ September 29, 2019 to October 13, 2019. ]
The Big Wedgie at West Beach Parks October School Holidays
The Big Wedgie returns to West Beach Parks these school holidays – hitting the famed Adelaide holiday park for its second year!
The Big Wedgie’s welcome return will include 4 inflatable, family-friendly waterslides with something for all ages.  Locals will remember (and tourists will never forget) the […]

[ October 1, 2019 to October 3, 2019. ]
Australian Sports Camps 
Australian Sports Camps will be hosting 3-day AFL Football, Soccer, Netball and Basketball coaching camps at Glen Osmond during the October school holidays.
Australian Sports Camps provide interactive and fun skills programs to ensure that participants improve their game and their love for their chosen sport.
Their extremely comprehensive camp programs run for three […]

[ October 6, 2019; October 13, 2019; ]
Family Fun Days with Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures
Both parents/caregivers and their children can enjoy the outdoors during the October school holidays during the Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures Family Fun Days.
Get yourself and your child outdoors these school holidays whilst participating at the Mt Lofty Adventure Hub.  The Family Fun Day offers encouragement to kids aged […]

[ September 8, 2019; ]
Family Fun Day at Murray Bridge Golf Club
A Family Fun Day, hosted by U.S Kids Golf Adelaide Tour, will be held at Murray Bridge Golf Club on Sunday 8 September 2019.  Kids can play awesome golf, make some new friends, grab a balloon, some goodies and get their face painted.  The Murray Bridge Golf Club […]

[ September 28, 2019 to October 13, 2019. ]
FREE School Holiday Sports Program
The City of Charles Sturt’s School Holiday Sports Program is held during the April and October school holidays each year.
The program is open to all children aged 2-17 years to go along and try a new sport and get involved in FREE School Holiday Sports. Be sure to book in early […]

Little Tennis Stars Have Moved to a New Location in 2019
Little Tennis Stars, an Adelaide based organisation coaching children’s tennis, has recently moved to a new location and now calls Holmesdale Tennis Club in St Morris home.
Founder and director Didi Paronis specialises in training young children with a learning through play methodology. As well as […]

[ July 27, 2019; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
National Parks and Wildlife Service Celebration
Belair National Park’s Main Oval will be open on Saturday 27 July 2019 between 10am and 2pm to launch the renewed National Parks and Wildlife Service and celebrate World Ranger Day.
To mark the day, entry to Belair National Park will be FREE. Starting from 10am, enjoy free activities and refreshments […]

[ August 1, 2019 to August 31, 2019. ]
Muddy Puddle Walk
The Muddy Puddle Walk raises funds for Save the Children Australia and will be held during August for 2019.
This August, join thousands of people around Australia and organise your own Muddy Puddle Walk with your friends, family or early learning centre in your backyard, local park, beach or inside a playroom. By fundraising […]

[ August 10, 2019; ]
Football Star Academy Launch
Football Star Academy will launch in Adelaide at Linden Park Primary school on Saturday 10 August 2019, featuring fun football (soccer) activities and free clinics for kids.
Football Star Academy is proud to bring their award-winning soccer programs to Adelaide for the first time. Founded in Victoria in 2002, Football Star Academy (FSA) […]

[ February 8, 2020; ]
5K Foam Fest in Adelaide 2020
They guarantee you’ll be foamy, muddy and wet by the end of the 5k Foam Fest!
The 5K Foam Fest is a one of kind Obstacle Course based Fun Run. With a variety of obstacles and a ton of foam the run is an exciting challenge for experienced and beginner runners […]

[ August 4, 2019; ]
Kuitpo Forest Trail Running SA Series – Race 3
The Kuitpo Forest event is the third race in the 2019 TRSA Series. You don’t need to be a series competitor to enter – all are welcome.
With 3 courses in 2019, this event will take participants through an amazing mix of scenic pine plantations and native bush […]

AFL Max – A unique Adelaide AFL experience like no other!
by Katrina Gogel
AFL Max opened its doors for the first time and my six-year-old Auskicker and I went along to experience the fun and excitement.
The brainchild of former Crows player James Podsiadly, AFL Max is the nation’s first immersive footy skills and entertainment centre. The […]

 “One Tree Hill” hike from McElligott’s Quarry Reserve, Mitcham – Review July 2019
by Carla Caruso
It’s hard to believe that this nature hike, offering jaw-dropping Insta-worthy views, is only minutes from the city of Adelaide.
I’m a keen jogger … well, I was keener before I had my twin boys. Now the juggle of child-minding and work […]

Bushwalking with Kids – Mount Barker Summit Reserve
by Katrina Gogel
Explore rocky outcrops, take in panoramic country views and find a cubby house (or two!) along one of the family friendly walking trails at the Mount Barker Summit Reserve.
The “Mount” has long been our family’s go-to place for a bushwalk in the Adelaide Hills. With two […]

[ June 29, 2019 to June 30, 2019. ]
AFL Max Grand Opening Weekend
AFL Max, Australia’s first dedicated AFL family entertainment centre, will open their doors for the first time on Saturday 29 June 2019.
AFL Max is the nation’s first immersive footy skills and entertainment centre. Backed by the biggest names in the sport, their state-of-the-art facility brings together the latest technology and traditional […]

[ July 8, 2019 to July 13, 2019. July 15, 2019 to July 19, 2019. ]

Cirkidz July School Holiday Program

Cirkidz’s non competitive programs are built with a focus on mindfulness, safe risk taking, inclusion, social interaction and are reflective of the Future of Work requirements which predict the creative and strategic learning and thinking skills that students will need in the future.
They also have the science to back it up! […]

AFL Max – Australia’s first dedicated AFL family entertainment centre!
AFL Max is the nation’s first immersive footy skills and entertainment centre. Backed by the biggest names in the sport, their state-of-the-art facility brings together the latest technology and traditional skills development for players and fans of all ages.
Merging state of the art technology and traditional […]

[ June 28, 2019 to July 22, 2019. ]  
Go Ice Skating at the Bay
Grab your mates and strap on some skates because Glenelg’s Winter Wonderland is coming back for three weeks from 28 June – 22 July in the all-weather, clear-domed beachside marquee.
You’ll see the sky and sea as you skate undercover on the large 450sqm ice rink. Kids will love the 25-metre […]

[ June 24, 2019 to June 29, 2019. ]
Stomping Ground Studios Open Week
Stomping Ground Studios is a dance and Pilates centre in Stepney. It will be opening it’s doors to the public for a week of free classes.
Try any of the wide variety of classes on offer including kids dance classes, adult dance classes, Pilates equipment classes and Pilates mat classes.
Current students can […]

[ September 20, 2019; ]
Adelaide Coastrek
Coastrek is a 30km – 60km team trekking challenge for fun, fitness, friends and fundraising which journeys along some of the most beautiful coastlines in the world.
Fitness and endurance are the easy bits. Walk on the wild side and push your limits as you trek 30km or 60km along scenic coastlines, high clifftops, rough […]

[ September 15, 2019; ]
Westpac City-Bay Fun Run presented by Sunday Mail 2019
The 2019 Westpac City-Bay Fun Run presented by Sunday Mail in Adelaide will include a half marathon, 12km, 6km and 3km fun run and walk events from the city to Glenelg.
Join thousands of participants and run, walk, dance or wheelchair your way to the Bay! Get involved, […]

[ July 14, 2019 to July 19, 2019. ]
SA Interschools Snowsports Championships at Falls Creek
If you’re an Australian school-registered student and heading to Falls Creek Resort in Victoria during the third week of the July school holidays, don’t miss your chance to race down the mountain.

SA Snowsports Association is again staging the SA Interschools Snowsports Championships and students from all Australian states and territories […]

[ June 16, 2019; 8:00 am to 11:00 am. ]
Stadium Stomp Adelaide Oval is a fun and unique challenge which sets you on a stair climbing course within the iconic Adelaide Oval. Covering over 6,000 stairs, this is the ultimate stair climb.
The ultimate stair climb returns to Adelaide Oval on Sunday 16 June 2019.  Adelaide Oval has celebrated international recognition as a truly world-class sporting […]

[ June 8, 2019; ]
Hundreds for Hope – Studio Pilates Adelaide
Studio Pilates is holding their inaugural ‘Hundreds for Hope’ open day raising funds for charity organisation Kids’ Cancer Project. They will be opening their doors and giving Adelaide the opportunity to experience free reformer Pilates in the Adelaide CBD, Norwood and Henley Beach studios.
There will be free all-day orientation […]