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Variety Aussie Muscle Car Run | 26 Oct – 1 Nov 2024

[ October 26, 2024 to November 1, 2024. ]
Variety – the Children’s Charity of South Australia is excited to enter their third year of the Variety Aussie Muscle Car Run.
The event will travel 1700 km from the Adelaide Hills, along the iconic Great Ocean Road, and finish at Phillip Island in Victoria.  The 8-day event offers a mix of exhilarating drives and […]

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Magic Cave Adelaide | David Jones Rundle Mall

[ November 2, 2024 to December 24, 2024. ]
See Father Christmas at David Jones, Rundle Mall Adelaide with a visit to The Magic Cave –  a special family tradition for many South Australians each year.  
The Magic Cave and will open on Saturday 2 November 2024, the same day as the National Pharmacies Adelaide Christmas Pageant.  
David Jones is a beautifully decorated store during the […]

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Santaland | Myer Adelaide | Christmas Express Train

[ November 2, 2024 to December 24, 2024. ]
Santa Claus is coming to town and the Santaland Express Train is at Myer’s Adelaide store in Rundle Mall for families to jump aboard and ride during their visit.
You will find Myer’s Santaland up on level 2 of the Adelaide Myer Centre in Rundle Mall – a magical winter wonderland full of festive Christmas cheer […]

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Adelaide’s Giant Christmas Tree | Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga

[ November 9, 2024; ]
The Giant Christmas Tree in Adelaide’s Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga.
The City of Adelaide’s Christmas Tree Lighting Event takes place in the heart of the city on Saturday 9 November 2024 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. This wonderful, free community gathering, leading up to the magical moment when the giant Christmas tree lights up the night sky around […]

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SA Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) Station Open Day | Adelaide | 2 Nov 2024

[ November 2, 2024; ]
The SA Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) will open the doors to the Adelaide Fire Station on Wakefield Street straight after the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, allowing families to explore the fire station and enjoy a range of fun activities.
Have you or your kids ever wanted to explore a real fire station? Or sit in a […]

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ASBK Australian Superbike Championship | The Bend | 8-10 Nov 2024

[ November 8, 2024 to November 10, 2024. ]
The ASBK Australian Superbike Championship is the ultimate weekend for motorbike enthusiasts and eventgoers with adventure rides, track cruises, kids amusement rides, live music and more! ​
The Australian Superbike Grand Finale has gone to the next level with the event to feature Australia’s biggest all-bike Drag Racing event – The Drag Bike Nationals presented by Harley […]

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Giant Ferris Wheel | Glenelg | Open Daily

[ October 25, 2024 to May 11, 2025. ]
Ride the Mix 102.3 Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg.
The Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg opens daily, providing spectacular views over the SA coastline, down Jetty Road and across to the Adelaide Hills.
Located on the Glenelg foreshore, Mix102.3, Lumo Energy SA and Skyline Attractions are once again bringing back the Mix102.3 Giant Wheel to South Australia […]

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Santa’s Wonderland | Adelaide Showground | 29 Nov-24 Dec 2024

[ November 29, 2024 to December 24, 2024. ]
Santa’s Wonderland returns to the Jubilee Pavilion at the Adelaide Showground from Friday 29 November to Tuesday 24 December 2024!
Santa’s Wonderland is a magical white Christmas wonderland with over 12 amusement rides, spectacular Christmas stage shows, a magnificent ice skating rink, dodgem cars, jumping castles and activity trail.  
Morning sessions start at 10am and afternoon sessions start […]

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Glenelg Christmas Pageant | 24 Nov 2024

[ November 24, 2024; ]
Celebrate the return of the Glenelg Christmas Pageant.
The Glenelg Christmas Pageant is a much-loved tradition, not only enjoyed by Holdfast Bay residents but visitors to the City as well.

Children and adults alike will once again line Jetty Road on Sunday 24 November 2024 to cheer and wave along with the fantastic floats, dancers and of […]

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Uraidla & Summertown Country Show | 3 Nov 2024

[ November 3, 2024; ]
The Uraidla & Summertown County Show is a family friendly event and a highlight of the local community calendar.
Fireworks are returning in 2024, along with traditional show favourites such as amusement rides, kids entertainment zone, sheep shearing, log chopping, live entertainment and food trucks.

This year they will also be celebrating the 135th Uraidla and Summertown […]

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Christmas Tree Farm | Chandlers Hill | South Australia

[ November 24, 2024 to December 23, 2024. ]
The Christmas Tree Farm at Chandlers Hill is the oldest farm in South Australia, providing Christmas trees since 1955.
Each year the farm opens from 24 November until 23 December and there is plenty to see and do for the whole family. As well as personally pick out your own fresh Christmas Tree, you can explore […]

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Adelaide Film Festival | 23 Oct – 3 Nov 2024

[ October 23, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ]
Adelaide Film Festival is back with local and international film premieres, visual art, parties, forums and experiences happening across Adelaide from 23 October to 3 November 2024.
Adelaide Film Festival (AFF) is South Australia’s premier screen event and one of Australia’s leading film festivals. It’s a celebration of courageous cinema where filmmakers and audiences come together […]

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Nightmare on Lucas Street | Reynella | 30 Oct – 3 Nov 2024

[ October 30, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ]
The Nightmare on Lucas Street haunted house display lights up for five nights of terror this Halloween.
This Halloween, 28 Lucas Street in Reynella will be open for a haunted experience. Wander the path of horrors, offering over ten different scenes full of unexpected terrors. Note that this year, there will be no quick exits – […]

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Reading Revolution & Free Expert Panel Event | St Raphael’s School Parkside | 4 Nov 2024

[ November 4, 2024; ]
Transform Your Child’s Future: Join St Raphael’s School for the Game-Changing “Reading Revolution”!
In a bold move to combat the dominance of screens and ignite a passion for literacy, St Raphael’s School is launching a groundbreaking “Reading Revolution” program. This innovative initiative, featuring an expert panel and read-a-thon, aims to instill a love of reading in […]

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The Spookhouse Weekend | Halloween at The Beachouse | 1 & 2 Nov 2024

[ November 1, 2024 to November 2, 2024. ]
The Spookhouse Family Friendly Halloween Lock-in event is back.
The Beachouse will be transformed into a spooky haunted mansion (kid friendly of course) for two nights only with loads of awesome photo op spots, trick or treating and of course access to all their rides and arcade games. Time begins upon entry, with entry between 5:30pm […]

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Loxton Lights Festival | Christmas in Loxton | 30 Nov – 31 Dec 2024

[ November 30, 2024 to December 31, 2024. ]
Loxton is the home of Christmas in the Riverland.  Every year the Loxton Lights Festival gets bigger and better than the last and in 2024 they’re back once again.
Christmas is a magical time, full of enchantment, celebration and family. Now in its 33rd year, the Loxton Lights Festival will once again showcase the joyous festive […]

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Unley Spring Fling | Fullarton | 3 Nov 2024

[ November 3, 2024; ]    
Unley Spring Fling
Celebrate spring and all things gardening at the City of Unley’s Spring Fling. This FREE community event features live music with great food, activities, plant stalls and a great community atmosphere. It will be held in the beautiful Fullarton Park on Sunday 3 November from 10am to 3pm.
Expect lots of interactive activities, […]

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O’Connell Street Halloween Creature Hunt | North Adelaide | 4 Oct – 3 Nov 2024

[ October 4, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ]
O’Connell Street Halloween Creature Hunt for Kids.
Dare to venture down O’Connell Street, North Adelaide hunting for spooky creatures this Halloween from Friday 4 October to Sunday 3 November! On both sides of the street, from Brougham Place to Barton Terrace West, creatures lurk in the shopfront windows, hiding in plain sight, waiting for you to […]

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RL Pash Reserve Playground | Nailsworth | Review

[ November 16, 2024; ]
RL Pash Reserve in Nailsworth has recently received an upgrade and now features improved play and gym equipment, a large green play space, picnic seating and BBQ facilities.
Review by Sharon Harrington

This beautiful park in the City of Prospect has plenty of trees for shade, a large lawn area for kids to play, a number of […]

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Adelaide Italian Festival | 1-10 Nov 2024

[ November 1, 2024 to November 10, 2024. ]
Celebrate Italy’s world-class food and wine, art, culture and traditions at the 2024 Adelaide Italian Festival.
The 2024 Adelaide Italian Festival is set to deliver its most exciting 10-day program yet.  The much-loved annual festival will make a highly anticipated return from 1 – 10 November 2024 with its new home, Festival Plaza, set to bring […]

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East Adelaide School Fair | St Peters | 8 Nov 2024

[ November 8, 2024; ]
The East Adelaide School Fair is set to be a fantastic day of family fun, with activities including pony rides, a petting zoo, rock climbing, raffles, and more.
The community is invited to go along to the East Adelaide School Fair 2024 in St Peters, a fun-filled evening for the entire family. This year’s fair is […]

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Halloween Disco | Marion Cultural Centre | 1 Nov 2024

[ November 1, 2024; ]
Join the fun at the Marion Cultural Centre for a frightfully fun Halloween themed disco.
The ghostly DJs will take over the party with the latest kids’ music, dancing games, and singing at the Marion Cultural Centre’s Halloween Disco.

Expect smoke machines, laser lighting, and a themed glitter tattoo station. Go along dressed as your favourite Halloween […]

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Halloween at SASMEE Miniature Train Park | 2 Nov 2024

[ November 2, 2024; ]
The SASMEE Halloween Run is a spooktacular day of fun with two train ride sessions to choose from.
Go along dressed in your best Halloween costumes and enjoy a frightfully good time on the SASMEE Park spooky miniature trains.
SASMEE Park Miniature Train Rides at Millswood will hold a special spooky run for Halloween with two sessions […]

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It’s In The Bag | Share the Dignity Campaign

[ November 15, 2024 to December 1, 2024. ]
Help make Christmas brighter for someone in need by filling a bag with the essentials for Share the Dignity’s ‘It’s in the bag’ campaign.
It’s in the Bag is one of Australia’s most loved Christmas appeals, where they encourage everyday Australians to put together Adult, Teen or Mum and Bub bags filled with essential items, and […]

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Chihuly | Adelaide Botanic Garden | 27 Sep 2024 – 29 Apr 2025

[ September 27, 2024 to April 29, 2025. ]
See the Chihuly glass sculpture exhibition at the Adelaide Botanic Garden from 27 September 2024 until 29 April 2024. It’s FREE to see during the day!
Chihuly’s Garden Cycle exhibition is now open at Adelaide Botanic Garden. Seattle-based Dale Chihuly, the world’s most celebrated contemporary glass artist, has selected the picturesque Adelaide Botanic Garden as the […]

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Fullarton Christmas Fair | 16 & 17 Nov 2024

[ November 16, 2024 to November 17, 2024. ]
The fabulous Fullarton Christmas Fair is back in 2024 at the Fullarton Park Community Centre.
With humble beginnings on the front veranda of an eastern suburb’s house, The Fullarton Christmas Fair is now in its 43rd year and has become one of Adelaide’s favourite annual markets. Start your Christmas shopping early and buy from local artisans […]

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Fairy Bread Day | Supporting The Pyjama Foundation | 24 Nov 2024

[ November 24, 2024; ]
Sprinkle joy on 24 November for Fairy Bread Day! Proudly supporting The Pyjama Foundation, brought to you by Dollar Sweets.
Celebrate National Fairy Bread Day with Melbourne-based confectionery manufacturer, Dollar Sweets, and their charity partner, The Pyjama Foundation. Get ready to relive those joyful yet chaotic childhood memories while adding a splash of colour and meaning […]

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Adelaide 36ers | NBL25 Season Basketball Home Games

[ October 3, 2024; October 11, 2024; October 20, 2024; October 25, 2024; November 10, 2024; November 30, 2024; December 8, 2024; December 14, 2024; December 24, 2024; December 28, 2024; January 4, 2025; January 13, 2025; January 26, 2025; January 31, 2025; ]
Adelaide 36ers – NBL25 Basketball Home Games in 2024
Gear up to enjoy the rush of NBL25 with the Adelaide 36ers and experience the energy of home games at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Catch all the action and unforgettable moments, live, and support your favourite team as they defend Brett Maher Court. Take your friends and family […]

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2024 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition | SA Museum | 31 Aug – 3 Nov 2024

[ August 31, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ] [caption id="attachment_197929" align="alignnone" width="630"] Nest of Silk by Oliver Lacey[/caption]
The Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition is on at the South Australian Museum from Saturday 31 August until 3 November 2024.
Currently in its 21st year, the competition celebrates the natural heritage of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea through photography.
See nature […]

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Lucky Dumpling Market | OzAsia Festival | Elder Park Adelaide | EXTENDED to 17 Nov 2024

[ October 24, 2024 to October 27, 2024. October 29, 2024 to November 3, 2024. November 5, 2024 to November 10, 2024. November 13, 2024 to November 17, 2024. ]       
The Lucky Dumpling Market returns to Adelaide’s Elder Park as part of OzAsia Festival 2024 and due to popular demand has been extended to 17 November 2024.
This popular spring festival hub is back with delicious food, free entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Indulge your senses at OzAsia Festival’s Lucky Dumpling Market […]

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