[ August 11, 2018; ]
Have you heard about the City of Salisbury’s new Para Hills Community Hub?
The Para Hills Community Hub (located on Wilkinson road where the current Para Hills Library is) is a centre designed for the community. A place for people to meet, for business or leisure, participate in a program, attend an event, access the library […]
[ August 11, 2018; ]
Latitude’s Big Kids Takeover Bash
It’s all yours, all night! A Latitude event for 18yrs and over. (Sorry kids, you’re sitting this one out). This is a Latitude first. They are giving the big kids the night to step off the sidelines.
Go and live out your dreams of running wild on the Latitude activity floor.
The Big […]
[ August 19, 2018; 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ]
Why does food not taste good when we have a cold? Is the word “Yanny” or “Laurel?” How do neurons communicate? What does the brain look like up close?
In this interactive National Science Week children’s event, held by the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Adelaide, the answers to these questions […]
[ August 11, 2018; 4:00 pm; August 12, 2018; 4:00 pm; August 15, 2018; 6:30 pm; ]
This August, science soars into deep space in Living Universe, an Australian feature documentary tackling the momentous question: are we alone?
Narrated by everyone’s favourite scientist Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and Australian astrophysicist Professor Tamara Davis, the film will screen in Adelaide at Greater Union Glenelg and Event Cinemas Marion on 11, 12 & 15 August 2018.
An interstellar adventure searching for life on […]
[ August 4, 2018; 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
Adelaide Roller Derby Grand Final – Mile Die Club Vs Road Train Rollers
The Adelaide Roller Derby Grand Final will see the Mile Die Club looking to continue their undefeated streak as they take on the Road Train Rollers battling for 1st place for the 2018 season.
The first game of the evening before the Grand Final will see the Wild Hearses take […]
[ August 31, 2018 to September 9, 2018. ]
Royal Adelaide Show 2018
As always there’s plenty to get excited about at this year’s Royal Adelaide Show. Taking in two full weekends and running for ten days in total, this year’s Show promises to be bigger and better than ever.
The 2018 Royal Adelaide Show will showcase the best of South Australia. Competitions are a big part of […]
[ July 23, 2018 to August 10, 2018. ]
Real Life Classroom Competition
Caravan Industry Association of Australia are holding a competition for inquisitive young people who are keen to discover new places, uncover new facts and loves experiencing the wonders of the great outdoors.
Caravan Industry Association of Australia’s 2017 Real Richness report found that 94% of campers believe camping enables children to engage socially, […]
[ August 5, 2018; 7:30 am; ]
Kuitpo Forest Trail Running SA Series
With 3 courses in 2018, this event will take participants through an amazing mix of scenic pine plantations and native bush – be prepared to see parts of Kuitpo Forest that you have not seen before.
This Kuitpo Forest event is the third race in the 2018 TRSA (Trail Running SA) […]
[ August 10, 2018; 7:00 pm; August 11, 2018; 7:00 pm; August 12, 2018; 4:00 pm; August 17, 2018; 7:00 pm; August 18, 2018; 7:00 pm; August 19, 2018; 4:00 pm; ]
1918 – The Untold Story
While historically driven, this play seeks not to re-tell the landing or the ensuing futile battle in Gallipoli, but rather concentrates on those left behind.
Set in the Adelaide Hills, 1918 explores the lives of the locals; the Football team who sign up together, the local girls who support the war efforts […]
[ August 18, 2018 to August 24, 2018. ]
CBCA Book Week 2018 – Find Your Treasure
Each year across Australia, the Children’s Book Council of Australia brings children and books together celebrating CBCA Book Week. During this time schools, libraries, booksellers, authors, illustrators and children celebrate Australian children’s literature and you will often see children’s book character parades and talented librarians creating amazing displays.
Generally, […]
[ August 12, 2018; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
The Artisan on Partridge event will transform historic Partridge House at Glenelg.
The event will feature an indoor exhibition from artists and sculptors, live music and entertainment, interactive arts activities, live art demonstrations and a great selection of food and coffee vans.
The magnificent gardens will also come alive with a bustling arts market featuring an array […]
[ August 5, 2018; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. August 12, 2018; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. August 19, 2018; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. August 26, 2018; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
SALA Parlour
Free interactive arts experience for children aged 3 – 12 and their families
Pop in to the parlour for a special SALA treat. Carclew’s Pom Pom serves a pop-in, pop-up program for families every Sunday of August.
A tasty line up of young contemporary artists are cooking up arts activities for 3 – 12 year olds […]
[ August 18, 2018; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Vietnam Veterans Day 2018
Held on the anniversary of the battle of Long Tan.
The Montague Farm Estate has been dedicated to all Australians who served, suffered and died in the Vietnam War.
Of the 521 Australian service men killed in the war, 58 of them were from South Australia and the majority of them have been recognised […]
[ August 11, 2018; 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ]
Neo SALA Soiree
Neo returns with a night to celebrate the South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival.
Check out Lauren Simeoni’s wonderful wearables in The Studio, take part in local artist workshops, see the 2018 Student, Drawing, Design and Fashion Exhibition and more.
Treats will be available, but please make sure you eat before you come.
Neo is a free […]
[ August 5, 2018; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
TS ADELAIDE – Australian Navy Cadets Open Day
The TS ADELAIDE Open Day promises to be a fun-filled day for everyone.
There will be demonstrations for anyone interested in Australian Navy Cadets, the Royal Australia Navy or sailing and watercraft in general. Plus appearances by SA Police, the Royal Australian Navy, Defence Force recruiting and more.
This all […]
[ August 25, 2018 to August 26, 2018. ]
SA’s biggest country show is back this year from 25 – 26 of August 2018
The 162nd Gawler Show will be held at the Gawler Showgrounds, with a full day of horse action being held prior on Friday, 24 August 2018.
Fireworks will feature on the Saturday night and it will be a full weekend packed with […]
[ August 19, 2018; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
National Science Week: Help Us Build Our Future City at The Centre of Democracy
Visit The Centre of Democracy for a hands-on activity and help imagine what our future city might be.
When Colonel William Light designed the streets of Adelaide, it was an innovative and forward looking city plan. On Sunday 19 August 2018 families are invited […]
[ August 11, 2018 10:00 am to August 12, 2018 10:00 am. ]
Festival of Dollhouses and Miniatures
The South Australian Miniature Enthusiasts (SAME) are holding their 33rd Annual Festival of Dollhouses and Miniatures.
The festival is an interesting and cute exhibition of dollhouses and scale miniatures, including market stalls and demonstrations, plus there are also prizes to be won. See local artists and hobbyists and maybe start a new […]
[ August 5, 2018; 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. ]
The Game Obsession Expo is a family friendly day of entertainment, celebrating games, activities and obsessions for all ages.
The Game Obsession Expo features games, obsessions, hobbies, interests, displays and sales. Dress as your favourite character or have a go at something new. Try Quidditch or trebuchet firing, watch live action role plays, see medieval knights and […]
[ August 3, 2018; ]
CafeSmart unites the community over our favourite brew to help fund local homeless services.
On Friday 3 August 2018 drink a coffee (or two) and chip in a little extra to help fund vital local homeless services in your neighbourhood. Hundreds of coffee roasters and cafes around Australia will team up and donate $1 from every coffee […]
[ August 10, 2018; 4:00 pm; ]
May Gibbs Garden Opening
You are invited to attend the opening of Carrick Hill’s newest addition to the Children’s Storybook Trail, the May Gibbs Garden. May Gibbs is the Australian English author well-known for her books featuring the gumnut babies Snugglepot and Cuddlepie.
Following the formalities there will be storytelling by Janeen Brian and hot chocolates in the […]
[ August 4, 2018 to August 5, 2018. ]
Science Alive! 2018
Returning again after the success of their 2017 event, Science Alive! is back in 2018, bigger and better than ever. They’ll have over 60 exhibitors providing hands-on fun that is interactive, dynamic, fun, and educational for all ages.
As the largest single interactive science exhibition in Australia, Science Alive! brings together all three major […]
[ July 12, 2018; July 19, 2018; August 5, 2018; August 16, 2018; September 1, 2018; October 4, 2018; ]
Woodville Town Hall Cosy Classic Collection
Proudly celebrating its eighth year, the Cosy Classics Collection is supported by a team of dedicated volunteers working in movie selection, ushering, ticketing and candy bar.
Screening every few weeks, the series will offer a true spectrum of culture, music and nostalgia, with dress-up competitions for both the young and the […]
[ August 1, 2018 to August 31, 2018. ]
SALA Festival 2018
The SALA Festival will be held from the 1 – 31 August 2018 in various venues throughout South Australia. The festival is for all the family from little ones to more mature folk.
The South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival is Australia’s biggest community-based visual arts festival including painting, sculpture, video, multimedia, photography, performance […]
[ August 24, 2018; 7:00 pm; August 25, 2018; 2:00 pm; ]
Hahndorf Winter Lantern Festival 2018
The 2018 Hahndorf Winter Lantern festival will involve working with the local community and schools in order to create artful lantern sculptures that will be paraded down the main straight of Hahndorf and displayed in the Hahndorf Academy grounds.
The Hahndorf Academy grounds will be transformed into a colourful and dynamic space, […]
[ August 20, 2018; ]
RSPCA Cupcake Day – Bake to fight animal cruelty
Cupcake Day is back Monday 20 August, so get baking to raise money for RSPCA animals all over the country.
Baking for an amazing paws! Whether it’s doughnuts, brownies, flapjacks or traditional cupcakes you’re enjoying, your delicious treats will be helping the RSPCA rescue, rehabilitate and re-home creatures […]
[ August 11, 2018; ]
This year bookshops across Australia are throwing a party and you are invited!
Love Your Bookshop Day is a chance to celebrate what makes your local bookshop great.
Whether it’s for their amazing staff, their carefully curated range or specialisation or a must-see events program, you are encouraged to visit your favourite bookshop on Saturday 11 August […]
[ August 3, 2018; 7:00 am; August 10, 2018; 7:00 am; ]
Walk a Mile in My Boots for the Hutt St Centre
Come together with friends, families, and colleagues to walk a mile in the boots of a person facing homelessness in South Australia by walking one mile on a cold, winter’s morning.
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, one of Australia’s largest fundraising events for homelessness services is […]
[ August 3, 2018; ]
Jeans for Genes Day 2018 will be held on Friday, 3 August.
Now in its 25th year, Jeans for Genes is the iconic fundraising campaign of Children’s Medical Research Institute.
Jeans for Genes was established in 1994 by Children’s Medical Research Institute to fund revolutionary research that helps diagnose, understand, and find cures or treatments for conditions affecting kids, including […]
[ August 11, 2018 to August 18, 2018. ]
SA Variety Bash 2018 – Adelaide to Port Lincoln
2018 celebrates the 30th anniversary of the SA Bash, departing from Adelaide on Saturday 11 August 2018 and finishing eight days later on 18 August 2018 in Port Lincoln.
The Variety Bash was created in 1985 by adventurer Dick Smith when he took a group of friends for a […]
