If you’ve wanted to try surfing but not sure where to start, then having lessons is a great way to go.
The kids had lessons last year with Middleton surf school South Coast Surf Academy and loved it, so this year we went back to do it again, and this time the adults also joined in […]
Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning | Guest Post by Mario Vittone
The new captain jumped from the deck, fully dressed, and sprinted through the water. A former lifeguard, he kept his eyes on his victim as he headed straight for the couple swimming between their anchored sportfisher and the beach. “I think he thinks you’re drowning,” the husband […]
When you drive along Port Road, you really can’t miss the Water Wonderland world that has landed this January in Adelaide. It is apparently the world’s largest inflatable water theme park, so it was definitely worth checking out. What is it like? Check out our pics and videos below for a little taste.
It’s really quite […]
Top Places for Water Fun this Summer in Adelaide
As the mercury climbs in South Australia it’s great to know that there are some fabulous spots around Adelaide to go to escape the heat. So what are you waiting for – get that sunblock on, grab your hats and sunglasses and cool off those cranky kids! Here […]
The world’s largest inflatable water theme park, Water Wonderland, is in Adelaide 6 to 28 January 2017.
There are several huge 25 metre round inflatable pools with waterslides galore, a huge 18 metre high Hippo waterslide and other inflatable fun.
For more information on Water Wonderland see our Play & Go review here
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[ January 7, 2017; 7:00 pm; ]
Grab a movie and go for a dip in the pool at Waterworld, Saturday 7 January, 2017.
The weather is going to be hot, so why not cool down at Waterworld to see The Good Dinosaur and to have lots of fun on the waterslides. Waterworld is offering both the movie and unlimited water slides for […]
[ February 24, 2017; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ]
Calling all 10-17 year olds! The Blue Light Splash Bash is heading to Waterworld for one night only!
Bring your friends and come to this event featuring a DJ, unlimited waterslides, games and prizes. Cafe facilities available.
This event is hosted in conjunction with South Australia Police and is a lock in event.
Tickets: $8 (pre-sold) | $10 […]
[ January 6, 2017 to January 29, 2017. ]
The world’s largest inflatable water theme park, Water Wonderland, is in Adelaide 6 to 29 January 2017.
The water theme park will burst open its gates in time for the summer school holidays at Bonython Park.
READ OUR REVIEW OF WATER WONDERLAND HERE
Win Passes to Water Wonderland here – ends 20 January 17
Water Wonderland is aimed at […]
[ December 17, 2016; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ]
On Saturday 17 December 2016, Waterworld will be screening ‘The Jungle Book’ as their Dive In movie!
There will be $8 entry which includes movie and water slides or you can purchase a family pass for 4 people for $26. Doors will open at 7pm and the movie starts at 8.30pm. Nova’s Cassanova’s will be at […]
[ December 26, 2016 to January 25, 2017. ]
Splash’N’Bounce is South Australia’s first fully-mobile inflatable waterpark.
They have a huge array of waterslides and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Splash ‘N’ Bounce plans to travel around South Australia during 2017, but this Summer they will be debuting in Adelaide at Ridley Reserve in Elizabeth. The fun will happen from 26 December 2016 to […]
[ November 20, 2016; 2:00 pm; ]
Burnside Pool’s 50th Birthday Celebrations
George Bolton Swimming Centre Burnside
Cnr Greenhill Rd and Howard Tce, Hazelwood Park
On Sunday 20 November, the George Bolton Swimming Centre (also known as the Burnside Pool) will be celebrating its 50th Birthday. To celebrate there will be free entry to the pool between 2pm to 6pm.
Special guest Dawn Fraser AO, MBE […]
[ December 16, 2016 10:00 am to December 27, 2016 10:00 am. December 30, 2016 10:00 am to February 5, 2017 10:00 am. ]
This summer there’s a really good reason to get a wedgie…..
The Big Wedgie, the tallest freestanding inflatable waterslide in the world is returning to Glenelg.
THE BIG WEDGIE
At a whopping 18.2 metres tall and 82 metres long, The Big Wedgie is not for the faint hearted and is definitely a thrill ride.
With a 55 degree drop, […]
[ September 24, 2016; ]
Join all the FREE festivities and celebrations in the Grand Opening of Findon Swim School and it’s associated services!
Experience Adelaide’s newest 25 metre Learn to Swim pool and have a tonne of fun with the whole family! Lots of prizes to giveaway and special Grand Opening deals!
PLUS free coffee all afternoon, 25% off Swimwear, 10% off […]
[ September 11, 2016; 12:00 am; ]
September is Biodiversity Month and this year, Tennyson Dunes Group are planning a huge event in the Dunes.
The Tennyson Dunes Group hope you can join in to help celebrate their 21st birthday with an Open Day on Sunday 11th September 2016. They will launch their new book, “Plants of the Tennyson Dunes”, so be sure to come along and meet the […]
[ July 23, 2016; 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
Aqua Beats 23 July 2016
You can join in and dance the night away under the stars, listening to live music from several local music groups whilst the Victoria Square water fountain dances along!
Aqua Beats is part of Splash Adelaide and also part of Music SA’s Umbrella Winter City Sounds Festival – a great new festival to give us reasons […]
[ July 11, 2016 to July 15, 2016. July 18, 2016 to July 22, 2016. ]
Join the new craze of inflatable water play – NOW BIGGER at the SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre.
Come and have some fun at the SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre on an obstacle course that includes monkey bars, a rope swing, a bridge, an action tower, slides, climbing wall and more. You’ll be challenged like you […]
[ July 12, 2016 to July 14, 2016. July 18, 2016 to July 20, 2016. ]
Active Kids Holiday Care
During the July School Holidays, SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre will be hosting the Active Kids Holiday Care program. This exciting program is aimed at 5-12 year olds and encourages children to be active and social during the school break. Children will have the opportunity to make new friends whilst participating in […]
[ April 22, 2016; 7:00 pm; ]
One Friday evening each month!
For non-members this event is free after entry & members can enjoy the party at no extra cost.
Bring the family along for a swim, kick back on the pool toys, or climb and slide on Splash Park (the SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre interactive water playground with the ‘BIG BUCKET’) while you enjoy the latest […]
[ March 18, 2016; 7:00 pm; ]
Party by the Pool | SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Bring the family along for a swim, kick back on the pool toys, or climb and slide on Splash Park (the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre’s interactive water playground with the ‘BIG BUCKET’) while you enjoy the latest tunes from the live DJ.
Games, competitions & prizes to […]
[ February 5, 2016; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ]
It’s time to get drenched!
Yep – it’s 3 hours of fun! Get drenched at Adelaide’s Biggest Water Fight for all ages, enjoy the inflatables and party with great music from our DJs – come and join the H2O Explosion!
How it works:
Turn up with your friends
Take part in the biggest water fight of your life
Party on […]
Immerse Yourself in a Marine Park this summer!
The Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources has put together over 40 family-friendly water-based activities along the coast this summer. The program is to encourage more South Australians having fun and learning about our marine parks.
There is a series of ‘come and try snorkelling’ tours being run […]
[ December 13, 2015 to January 28, 2016. ]
This summer there’s a really good reason to get a wedgie…..
Introducing The Big Wedgie, the tallest inflatable waterslide in the world!! It’s coming to Glenelg.
At a whopping 18.2 metres tall and 72 metres long, The Big Wedgie is not for the faint hearted and is definitely a thrill ride.
With a 55 degree drop, you are […]
[ December 23, 2015; December 29, 2015; January 3, 2016; January 10, 2016; January 23, 2016; January 31, 2016; ]
Safe and supervised ‘in water’ experiences of our unique marine life and habitats.
Experiencing Marine Sanctuaries (EMS) is an incorporated, not-for-profit community organisation. The program is based on the highly successful New Zealand program ‘Experiencing Marine Reserves’.
EMS snorkel leaders are qualified snorkelling instructors and offer guidance, direction and coordination of our snorkel experiences.
EMS provides mask (goggles), […]
[ January 4, 2016; ]
Leaders from the South Australian aquatic sector will gather this Thursday to launch the iconic and highly regarded SA Water VACSWIM 2015/16 program, expecting up to 15,000 registrations before the 18 December closing date.
The main VACSWIM 2015/16 program will kick off on Monday, 4 January 2016, with some providers offering a program in December 2015. […]
The Big Duck Boat Tours Victor Harbor
An exciting ocean adventure featuring seals, sea lions, dolphins, whales, beautiful islands and our stunning South Australian coastline.
As a family we have been down to Victor Harbor many times, sometimes just for a few hours, sometimes a whole day out and once or twice we have made a weekend […]
Adelaide Aquatic Centre – a look at the upgraded swimming centre
The Adelaide Aquatic Centre in North Adelaide has been renovated and without too much convincing the kids were pretty eager to check it out.
The family leisure pool is a large play space with new water play areas and splash pads. Spouts of water spray up […]
Burnside Outdoor Swimming Pool in Hazlewood Park, now known as the George Bolton Swimming Centre Burnside.
Nextdoor to the fabulous Hazelwood Park Adventure Playground is an outdoor swimming centre with 3 pools set amongst shady gum trees with plenty of grassy areas and fantastic facilities for the whole family.
The Burnside Swimming Centre underwent a multi-million dollar redevelopment […]
Moonta Bay Water Park | Splash Town
Splash Town in Moonta Bay is situated just near the playground on the foreshore at Moonta Bay, right near the Moonta Bay Caravan Park. Best of all it’s a FREE water park open to the public. Here are some photos of the waterslides and water bucket below. We’ve highlighted […]
Port River Dolphin Cruise
If you are looking for an affordable, value for money activity to enjoy with the whole family you can’t go past a cruise along the Port River.
At less than $30 for a family of 4 you can relax for an hour and a half while taking in the sites along the Port […]
Our beautiful South Australian parks provide countless opportunities for children and families to connect with nature and to experience the health and wellbeing benefits of playing, learning and being physically active through bushwalking, camping, picnicking, fishing, swimming, cycling, surfing and exploring.
Nature Play SA’s Park of the Month will showcase a different park each month and […]
