Play & Go Adelaide

The Whale Watching Season around Victor Harbor, South Australia is typically from May to October, but sightings can begin as early as April.
Only an hour’s drive from Adelaide is the majestic southern Fleurieu Peninsula and each winter we are fortunate to see the annual return of Southern Right whales to our coastline.
It’s a wonderful experience […]

[ May 5, 2025 to June 1, 2025. ]
Book early and enjoy 25% off your tickets at Monaro Safari Park this May, including Mother’s Day.  
If you’ve been thinking about visiting Monarto Safari Park this autumn, especially since the latest arrival of two more elephants,  now is the time! For a limited time, you can save 25% on single general admission tickets when you […]

[ June 7, 2025; August 9, 2025; November 15, 2025; ]
Three iconic blockbusters, one unforgettable year of cinema and symphony.
The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra is doing not one, not two, but THREE arena cult-classics at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.  Upgrade your movie night from pyjamas on the couch to a 20m HD screen and a live orchestra, and see and hear your favourite films in a […]

Hutton Reserve boasts a great playground for both toddlers and older kids in the heart of historic Kanmantoo. 
Review by Adaire Prosser
Hutton Reserve at Kanmantoo has a wide range of play equipment to suit all ages and a nice grassed area for play and picnics. Located off the main street of Kanmantoo, which is about 15 […]

[ May 11, 2025; June 20, 2025; August 31, 2025; September 26, 2025; November 16, 2025; December 6, 2025 to December 7, 2025. ]
Gathered presents a pop up version of their design market with ‘Market in the Mall’ in partnership with Rundle Mall, South Australia’s premier shopping destination.
Gathered Design Market takes their unique market atmosphere to Gawler Place Canopy in Rundle Mall for regular pop-up Sunday Markets.  Drop by on one of the dates below between 9am and […]

[ May 10, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
Adventure in Battunga Country on the Mother’s Day weekend in May.
Enjoy a massive weekend of activities in Battunga country – Meadows, Macclesfield, Echunga, Prospect Hill and Flaxley.  Take part in exciting activities, and enjoy some delicious food and great company.  

Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this event is perfect for everyone of all ages […]

[ May 10, 2025; ]
The Handmade Design Market is heading to Harts Mill, Port Adelaide just in time for all your Mother’s Day shopping.
Held in the Flour Shed at Harts Mill, shoppers can meet the maker and learn the story behind each small local business. Market goers can shop with confidence and explore the very best in local, handmade […]

[ July 9, 2025; July 11, 2025; ]
Beloved children’s entertainer, Emma Memma, is bringing her Dance Island Party to Norwood during the July school holidays!
ARIA award-winning children’s entertainer, Emma Memma, is taking her brand-new show Dance Island Party on the road, giving Aussie families a chance to dance, sing and party this July 2025!

Empowering the next generation through movement, creativity, inclusiveness and […]

Monarto Safari Park is now home to four elephants and will eventually be welcoming a total of five by the end of the year.
Monarto Safari Park’s newest arrivals, Pak Boon and Tang Mo, arrived safely after a 22-hour, 1300km journey from Mosman in NSW.  The female Asian Elephant pair are now resting and recuperating thanks […]

WIN Tickets to Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre for their opening show on Friday 20 June 2025!
Disney On Ice returns with the magical adventures of your favourite Disney stars brought to life like never before. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for an […]

[ May 10, 2025; ]
Whalebone – DreamBIG Children’s Festival 2025
Amidst a backdrop of whimsical inventions and quirky contraptions, a lone worker endeavours to protect and preserve human stories – until they receive a visit from a rogue AI.
Combining humour, magic, and a pinch of circus, this thrilling adventure is a roller-coaster ride of fantastical objects, wonder, and puzzle solving.

Whalebone […]

[ May 10, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ]
Playbook Roving Performers at DreamBIG’s Big Family Weekend.
People are moving. Quickly and slowly. Safely and dangerously. With joy and desperation and necessity. Proceeding. Progressing. Processing. Eight acrobats, in collaboration with students from Para Hills High School, will take over Festival Plaza in a roving performance exploring movement, connection, and the journey through life.

FREE EVENT.
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Rear Vision: The Holden Story is an extensive and immersive look at the legacy of Holden and its impact on South Australia over many years. The exhibition will be on display at the State Library of South Australia until Sunday 22 June 2025.
A program of events and activations will also take place as part of […]

[ May 4, 2025; 7:00 pm; ]
Girls Just Wanna Have Brunch
Get your besties together and hit the dance floor at The Moseley’s “Girls Just Wanna Have Brunch” event on Sunday 4 May at 11am. 
This month’s singalong brunch will take you on a journey through all your favourite One Hit Wonders. Maybe you’ll hear a few songs you didn’t realise were
one hit […]

Wilbur’s Wildlife – Hands-On Native Animal Birthday Party Experiences for Kids
Wilbur’s Wildlife provide interactive wildlife encounters that make any birthday really come alive.  A mobile service that comes to you, their rangers will take along a range of native animals including snakes, lizards, frogs, possums, insects and turtles.
During the hands-on experience the birthday child and […]

[ May 10, 2025; ]
Taste of Melbourne Street at Meander Market is set in the heart of vibrant Melbourne Street, North Adelaide.
Taking place twice a year, just before Mother’s Day and Christmas, the Meander Market showcases a curated selection of premium artisan goods and bespoke products, making it the perfect destination for finding a unique gift.

Enjoy a variety of […]

[ May 30, 2025 to June 1, 2025. ]
The Bastille Festival is doing its Food, Wine & Art Revolution in Adelaide.
While Bastille Festival has long been a July gem lighting up Sydney’s harbourside at The Rocks, Circular Quay, and Customs House with French flair, 2025 brings an exciting twist, expanding to Adelaide’s Festival Plaza!

Get ready for double the celebration as this iconic French […]

Sitters Memorial Drive Playground in Burnside is a hidden playground surrounded by a forest of gum trees.
This playground is tucked away at the back of a large eucalyptus forest, far enough away from the road that you can easily miss it!  It’s worth seeking out because it’s a quiet place to play with a variety […]

[ July 3, 2025 to July 6, 2025. July 10, 2025 to July 13, 2025. July 17, 2025 to July 20, 2025. ]
Adelaide Zoo and Illuminate Adelaide present Universal Kingdom: The Next Era this July!
Experience state-of-the-art puppetry, stunning light installations, and a colourful prehistoric world full of exciting interactive moments created by renowned creative studios Erth and A Blanck Canvas.
Roar into a new era where dinosaurs roam wild around every corner.  Prepare to travel back in time […]

[ June 21, 2025 to June 22, 2025. ]
The annual Animal Expo is returning to Adelaide Showground with plenty of animals to see, touch and cuddle, a kids activity zone and a large walk through animal nursery.
There will be hundreds of animals for kids to see including rabbits, dogs, cats, poultry, birds, ferrets, rats, reptiles, snakes, mini horses, ponies and more.
There will also […]

[ November 30, -0001; ]
Base Camp returns to Lot Fourteen in July 2025 as part of Illuminate Adelaide.
Lot Fourteen on North Terrace will again host a pop-up village filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks and cosy firepits this winter.
Hidden amongst the laneways of Adelaide’s innovation district, Base Camp showcases the best our state has to offer. With something for […]

Unleash your adrenaline at Adelaide’s ultimate entertainment complex, boasting e-karts, arcade games, and golf simulators.
Review by Carla Caruso
The term, ‘one-stop shop’, gets bandied around a lot. But this entertainment complex, near Hindmarsh’s Coopers Stadium, truly is such a thing.
Opened in January 2024, P1 Entertainment Complex is the only place in Adelaide to offer go-karts, golf […]

[ May 18, 2025; ]
Go directly to Gaol, half price on History Day.
On Sunday 18 May, as part of South Australia’s History Festival, tickets to historic Adelaide Gaol are half price and there’s extra for all the family to learn and enjoy.
Adelaide Gaol is one of South Australia’s oldest buildings, full of fascinating tales and even a few ghosts. […]

[ May 25, 2025; ]
Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide is a fun way fun way for anyone who drives a truck to show their support for kids facing cancer and their families.
Head down to Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide on Sunday 25 May at Victoria Park and enjoy a free family festival, where you can cheer on over 150 trucks […]

[ May 11, 2025; ]
Government House in Adelaide will open its gates to the public for a special History Festival Open Day with free entry.
Guests will have the opportunity to view the public rooms of Australia’s oldest continuously occupied Government House. Members of the public can learn about the architectural features, artefacts, and daily operations. 

Presented by Government House Adelaide […]

[ May 4, 2025; ]
The Science Collective’s Mount Barker Science Fair returns to Cornerstone College in May for a day jam packed with interactive science fun.
There will be two three-hour sessions on the day (9.30am-12.30pm and 1pm-4pm) and each session will have amazing science shows, engaging displays and plenty of hands-on activities to keep young family members busy for […]

Take a walk on the wild side and discover an underrated treasure in Adelaide’s north-west. 
Review by Carla Caruso
There’s nothing like stumbling upon hidden gems in your hometown that you haven’t encountered before.
One day during the school holidays, when my family-of-four were at a loose end, we decided to go check out the St Kilda Adventure […]

[ May 25, 2025; ]
RailFest 2025 – Mount Barker Railway Heritage Festival
A family-friendly open day at Mount Barker Railway Station, featuring steam locomotive-hauled shuttle train services* between Mount Barker and Bugle Ranges.
For one day, the Mt Barker Rail Festival will be hosted by SteamRanger at the Mt Barker railway station. The festival gives visitors the opportunity to ride on […]

[ May 21, 2025; ]
The National Simultaneous Storytime book for 2025 is The Truck Cat.  Written by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. Published by Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing.
Every year, a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read simultaneously in libraries, schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, family homes, bookshops and many other places […]

[ May 25, 2025; August 17, 2025; October 26, 2025; ]
The Round She Goes Preloved Fashion Market is Adelaide’s favourite market dedicated to women’s preloved and vintage fashion.
Round She Goes Market handpicks around 50 stallholders all dedicated to women’s fashion.  As well as a huge, quality selection of women’s vintage and retro clothing and accessories from the 1940s onwards, shoppers can expect to find preloved […]