Play & Go Adelaide

[ December 20, 2023; ]
Join family and friends for a night of Christmas tunes at Mellor Park in Lockleys.
Christmas carols will be performed by local artists and there will even be a visit from Father Christmas.  Food will be available from 6pm, or take along your own picnic, with entertainment starting at 7.30pm.

The event will feature the West Torrens […]

[ December 15, 2023 to December 23, 2023. ]
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Melba’s Chocolates at their Woodside Factory in the Adelaide Hills!

Make plans to visit them between now and Christmas and step into a Christmas Wonderland.
Explore their deliciously great range of Christmas Treats, watch them in action making all your favourites and indulge in one of their many Hot Chocolates available, […]

Wonka is a pop culture phenomenon and vivid cinematic experience that welcomes all to a can’t-be-missed holiday moviegoing event.
Wonka is the flavory-savory magical adventure that reveals the unstoppable power of daring to dream in an irresistible holiday film event for all ages. Timothée Chalamet is Wonka in this magical movie of how the worlds greatest […]

[ November 25, 2023 to November 26, 2023. ]
Marion Battle of the Bands – hear from the best local talent Marion has to offer.
The 2023 battle will be held at Marion Cultural Centre on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 November. There are two categories, competing for a life changing prize; a mentoring and recording package from Island Recording studios, that culminates in the release […]

Santa is visiting The Grove Shopping Centre again this year for FREE photos with families and their pets.
Whether you’re wanting a family photo or just visiting Santa with your wishlist, every visitor can pre-book to visit Santa at the Grove Shopping Centre.  If your booking time is not available you will also be able to […]

Enjoy a magical Christmas experience at Elizabeth City Centre and have your photo taken with Santa.  Plus on select dates there is also a Pet Santa and a Sensitive Santa service.
Bookings are open to make a time to see Santa this year for a photo at the Elizabeth City Centre shopping complex.  Santa will be […]

Santa will be visiting Colonnades this Christmas and he’s picture-ready!
Book your photography session and get your photo taken with Santa this Christmas from Saturday 25 November until Christmas Eve.  This year, they’ve also designated some time slots for Sensitive Santa photo moments, where children and adults who prefer quieter surroundings can enjoy a photo with […]

[ December 2, 2023; ]
The 2023 Mannum Christmas Pageant and street party will have entertainment for the whole family.
The Mannum Christmas Pageant and after party will be held in Randell Street on Saturday 2 December 2023 at 5pm.  Activities for the kids will include face painting, glitter tattoos and having a balloon twisted into amazing shapes with Mad Hatterz […]

A lot has changed at this city oasis since our last review, but it’s still an amazing garden cafe with fresh, delicious food and drink options and a perfect escape for breakfast or brunch for kids and adults alike.
Review by Claire Davill
Located in the city’s west end, along the quiet, friendlier part of Hindley Street, […]

[ April 20, 2024 to April 21, 2024. ]
Get ready to sing, dance and GROOVE with The Wiggles Wiggle GROOVE! Tour
Embark on a musical adventure like no other with the world’s most popular children’s entertainment group, The Wiggles!
With over three decades of wiggly hits, The Wiggles are taking the Big Red Car on the road again to bring their high energy, catchy tunes […]

Coldplay: Music Of The Spheres World Tour is heading back to Australia in 2024!
Following this weekend’s spectacular Perth shows, the band have announced a run of Australia and New Zealand dates for October and November 2024. The shows will see Coldplay perform in Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland for the first time since 2016.  Since March […]

Enjoy big savings on big adventures these summer school holidays at HOYTS Cinemas!
Keep the whole family entertained and your wallet happy with family of 3 and family of 4 tickets to the latest movies.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR FAMILY TICKETS & SECURE YOUR SEATS 
See below for the top family picks this summer season!

Trolls Band Together […]

Mix 102.3 Giant Wheel SEASON PASS Giveaway
The Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg will be operating daily all Summer long, offering spectacular views over the SA coastline, down Jetty Road and across to the Adelaide Hills.
New for the 2023/24 season is the SEASON PASS – unlimited rides all season!  A must visit beachside attraction, the Skyline […]

Adelaide Strikers School Holiday Programs are back this Summer!
Play fun and fast cricket activities and games with friends in a social environment, make your own backyard swing ball and learn about healthy food choices.
This format is perfect for kids aged 5 to 10 years who are new to cricket or still developing the fundamental skills […]

Find free activities, events and places to visit this Christmas in Adelaide.
Christmas is such a special time for families, but it can also be an expensive time too.  We are fortunate in Adelaide to have many free, local community events at this special time of year hosted by local councils, community groups and churches.  
Listed below […]

Father Christmas will be at Burnside Village once again for photos, plus there are beautiful decorations all around the centre for more photo opportunities.
Father Christmas will arrive at Burnside Village on Monday 20 November 2023 and be there until Christmas Eve.  The Santa area is located in the Fashion Mall, right in front of ZARA […]

[ December 9, 2023; ]
Free Family Friendly Event – Christmas in Trott Park
Take the whole family along for a day filled with festive cheer in Trott Park.  Hosted by the Marion Community Centres and Trott Park Community Garden Inc., they have a fantastic lineup of activities waiting for you.  It’s the perfect way to get the whole family into […]

[ December 16, 2023 to December 19, 2023. ]
Santa’s Workshop at the Gawler Civic Centre is a Christmas experience for families and children of all ages.
This free family Christmas experience will be held in the Institute Hall of the Gawler Civic Centre from 16-19 December 2023. Each session will contain an abundance of Christmas activities, magic, music and fun and of course a […]

Tis’ the season to be making merry memories. Create a Christmas memory and book your photo with Santa at Westfield West Lakes.
Westfield also offers sensitive Santa sessions and photographs with your pets. All children who visit Santa will also receive a gift to take home. 
This year, Westfield West Lakes have a range of different photography […]

[ December 10, 2023; ]
Santa Dash – The Original South Australia Santa Run
A fun, family friendly event in Williamstown in the Southern Barossa, the Santa Dash is a 3km or 8km walk, run or jog wearing your Christmas tee through the reservoir, forest and town.  Suitable for all fitness levels, the course meanders from South Para Reservoir Reserve, through […]

Tis’ the season to be making merry memories. Create a Christmas memory and book your photo with Santa at Westfield Tea Tree Plaza. 
Westfield also offers sensitive Santa sessions and photographs with your pets. All children who visit Santa will also receive a gift to take home. 
This year, Westfield Tea Tree Plaza have a range of […]

If you are looking for some fun, festive and FREE activities that the whole family can enjoy, take a look around Adelaide Arcade.
Everyone looks forward to when the Adelaide Arcade Christmas decorations go up, and each year they don’t disappoint.  The giant twinkling Christmas trees and hanging garlands adorned in traditional red, green and gold […]

[ December 10, 2023; ]
Magill Sunrise Mega Christmas Market
Presented by the Magill Sunrise Rotary Club, the Mega Christmas Market will feature over 50 stalls selling all sorts of potential presents, a coffee van, food vans, a massive Christmas raffle and a visit from Santa between 11am and 12pm.

The market is held at Campbelltown Memorial Oval and there are both […]

[ December 14, 2023; ]
Woodside Christmas Pageant, Markets & Fireworks in the Adelaide Hills.
The Woodside Commerce Association will be holding their annual Christmas pageant event at 7pm on Thursday 14 December followed by a fireworks display at 9pm.

This year they have expanded and evolved their Christmas Market event and moved it to a new location on Moffett Street (road […]

[ December 24, 2023; ]
Take along family and friends to Glen Osmond Baptist Church for Carols on the Oval; an evening of Christmas cheer this Christmas Eve.
This is a FREE community event including free kids activities and free sausage sizzle. Drinks and ice-cream will be available for purchase. Then, get in the festive spirit with Christmas carols performed by […]

[ March 8, 2024 to March 10, 2024. ]
Be transported to the 180-million-year-old Daintree rainforest – a wild and ancient place on the cusp of extraordinary change – at GONDWANA VR: The Exhibition.
A world-first multi-sensory installation distilling 100 years of climate data into a single day, this unique meditation on one of Australia’s richest ecosystems invites visitors to become lost in an evocative […]

[ December 3, 2023; ]   
Welcome to Mayhem Presents: The Collectors Fair!
Calling all collectors, fanatics, and enthusiasts; go and see South Australia’s finest exhibitors as they show off their prized collections, and maybe even add something special to your own collection too! Featuring a diverse range of collectables, an artist alley, activities and panels/workshops, the fair promises a perfect […]

[ December 9, 2023; ]
Enjoy Carols On The Lawn in Stirling on Saturday 9 December 2023.
Family fun will start at 5pm with a free BBQ, glitter tattoos, kids craft, games and fairy floss. The Christmas carols service will begin at 6.30pm with a talented band leading in some great Christmas songs, and a cracker of a Christmas message from […]

[ December 8, 2023; ]
Lockelys Primary School is gearing up for their Twilight Community Fair.
With student-led market stalls showcasing the ‘enterprise’ component of the school curriculum, live music performances, a magic show and delicious food options, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The fair will also feature games and activities including “Dunk the Teacher”. 

The event is open to the […]

[ December 9, 2023 to December 10, 2023. ]
Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival is a wonderland of 45 decorated Christmas trees, beautifully crafted by various local community groups and businesses.
The trees will be on display in the fantastic new Tiwu Kumangka on Young Street on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 December 2023. Tiwu Kumangka is an exciting and innovative community centre and library that […]