June Long Weekend | What’s On for Families & Kids in Adelaide
What To Do & Where To Go in Adelaide over the June Long Weekend
The King’s Birthday public holiday on the second Monday in June gives families a much needed mid-year long weekend. As always there is plenty to do around Adelaide with events, activities and lots of places open for visitors all over South Australia.
Winter is a wonderful time to rug up and get out and about with the family. Explore the city with a visit to one of our museums or galleries, book lunch at a cafe in the hills or travel to the coast to try and spot a whale on the Fleurieu.
Play & Go is your FREE family friendly guide to Adelaide and your favourite resource for finding events and activities the kids will love. Check out our daily ‘what’s on’ tabs below or scroll down for a comprehensive list of where to go and what to do over the long weekend.
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Easy Walks & Bushwalks around Adelaide with Kids
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Salisbury Craft, Hobby & Collectibles Fair | 6-8 Jun 2026
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START at the Gallery | Art Gallery of SA | Dates for 2026
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The Bend Super Trucks | Tailem Bend | 6 & 7 Jun 2026
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