Play & Go Adelaide

[ October 11, 2024 to October 13, 2024. October 19, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Moss Piglet is a Windmill Theatre Company production presented in association with Adelaide Festival Centre.
Microscopic. Indestructible. Tardigrades are small but mighty: they can survive a bath in boiling hot lava, being frozen in the icy cold and have withstood multiple extinction cycles. Some even have hot pink radiation forcefields… stylish and sturdy. Some people call […]

[ April 5, 2024; ]
FREE community screening of ‘Wonka’ in Bowden Town Park.
Settle in for an the evening with an outdoor screening of ‘Wonka’ at Bowden Town Park. Arrive at 7pm to set up your spot on the lawn, visit the new Discovery Centre , grab some pre-movie nibbles and drinks at Plant 4 or pack a hamper, with […]

WIN A Family Pass to the Adelaide Equestrian Festival’s Cross Country Day.
The Cross Country phase of the competition sees the best Australian and New Zealand horses gallop through our beautiful Adelaide parklands throughout the day.  General Admission tickets provide access to Victoria Park, the heart of the Adelaide Equestrian festival, which includes the Main Arena, […]

[ April 15, 2024 9:00 pm to April 21, 2024 9:00 pm. ]
April School Holidays Superhero School at the Myer Centre.
Hey all you amazing superheroes! Guess what? This school holidays, the Myer Centre is transforming into a bustling superhero school on level 2, jam-packed with exciting activities and workshops that will unleash your inner hero!
Go along for an unforgettable experience at the Myer Centre’s Superhero School this […]

[ April 24, 2024; ]
Watch bodies and words fly like flocks of birds, a murmuration, a little murmur.
Based on the true story of one child’s struggle with letters and words, Little Murmur is about facing challenges and overcoming the odds. An honest and funny tale about the trials and tribulations of seeing things differently.

Jump into a world of dance, […]

Camp KickStart – Clothing Donations Needed for Kids in Need.
KickStart For Kids (KSFK) is running their Camp KickStart April School Holiday program and are calling on donations for NEW clothing, pyjamas, socks and underwear to ensure the children attending the camp are keeping warm in the cooler months.
KSFK’s dedicated team of volunteers provides children aged […]

School Holiday FUN with Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies.
Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies is back at the Adelaide Central Market during the April school holidays!
All school holiday activities are free or low cost and include the ever popular Market Trail and Little Market Chefs.  Activities are held over both weeks of the school […]

[ August 7, 2024; August 9, 2024 to August 10, 2024. ]
It’s 1999 and Shannon Molloy is a year 9 student at an all-boys rugby-mad Catholic school in regional Queensland, with a secret that no one can ever find out. Shannon is gay.
Based on the best-selling memoir by award-winning journalist Shannon Molloy, Fourteen is the inspirational true story of growing up gay in central Queensland, transformed […]

[ April 17, 2024; April 24, 2024; ]
Lights Out School Holidays Performances at The Mill Adelaide.
You know the drill. Bath, pjs, books and bed. You’re tucked in and given a kiss. Mum stops by the door, whispers, “Sweet dreams,” and turns out the light. The anticipation. Is. Palpable.

Because now is the time that anything can happen.

It’s the time when a bedroom can […]

Semaphore Steam Train – fun family friendly train ride from Semaphore to Fort Glanville and back.
The Semaphore to Fort Glanville Tourist Railway is an enjoyable 30 minute, four kilometre return journey travelling along the picturesque sand dunes in open carriages, pulled along behind a steam engine.  Young children will especially love the adventure of a […]

[ April 5, 2024 to April 7, 2024. April 11, 2024 to April 13, 2024. ]
Award-Winning Production The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time to make Adelaide Return.
The internationally acclaimed The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, adapted by Simon Stephens from Mark Haddon’s best-selling book will make its anticipated return to Adelaide stages in April.

The South Australian production presented by The Flying Elephant Company and […]

[ April 18, 2024; April 21, 2024; May 26, 2024; ]
Port River Cruises on the Historic Vessel ‘Archie Badenoch’.
Take a cruise along the Port River on the South Australian Maritime Museum’s historic vessel, the ‘Archie Badenoch’!
Built during WWII by General Motor Holden for the Royal Australian Navy, the vessel was commissioned by the South Australian Police in December 1946. Named ‘Archie Badenoch’ in honour of […]

[ April 27, 2024 to April 28, 2024. ]
Eid Festival is South Australia’s largest and most prestigious Eid celebration. The Eid Festival is the premier Muslim festival in South Australia. Eid is the Muslim celebration for one of two important occasions in the year: Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha.
Up to 20,000 patrons are expected to attend Multicultural Eid Festival across two […]

[ April 20, 2024; ]
The annual Australian Lions Hearing Dogs Open Day is back for 2024.
Go along for a jam-packed day of Hearing Dogs, Medical Alert Dogs, puppies, demonstrations, food, coffee, guided tours, raffles and lots of activities for the kids. This is a free event and all are welcome for a fun day for the whole family.

This year’s […]

[ May 18, 2024 to May 19, 2024. ]
The Pet Show is the first national show celebrating all of the pets in your life. There will be education, entertainment, and products for all types of animals.
If you’re already a proud pet parent or you are looking for a new pet but don’t know where to start, then a day out at The Pet […]

Elmo’s Circus Dream at the Norwood Concert Hall
Young children’s dreams will come true, as they delight in this dazzling, colourful and entertaining extravaganza!
Review By Jo Parkinson
Roll up, roll up! Join Elmo and his furry friends as they follow their dreams to find their hidden talent and join the circus. Showtime Attractions presents their new show, […]

[ April 6, 2024; ]
Storybook Walk in Thalassa Park is getting a new resident.
This much-loved walk aims to celebrate and raise the profile of Australian writers and poets and their works, by bringing characters from some of the best-loved children’s books to life.
Every two years, three books are selected, and the community is asked to vote for their favourite, […]

[ May 19, 2024; ]
Walk to Defeat MND and show your support for the Motor Neurone Disease community in South Australia by raising awareness and vital funds for research and care. 
Walk to Defeat MND is one of MNDSA’s major annual fundraising events which enables MNDSA to provide qualified, experienced and passionate staff to provide care, comfort, and supportive client […]

[ May 3, 2024 to May 5, 2024. ]
Bowerbird is Adelaide’s leading design event held twice a year at the Adelaide Showground in May and November with a focus on South Australia.
Some of the state’s leading independent designers are brought together all under one roof for Bowerbird, with artisanal makers as well as established brands from all over Australia selected to suit a […]

[ April 16, 2024 to April 18, 2024. April 23, 2024 to April 24, 2024. ]
The Hospital Research Foundation Group Adelaide Thunderbird School Holidays Netball Clinics are back!
The Hospital Research Foundation Group Adelaide Thunderbirds School Holidays Clinics are back! The clinics provide budding netballers with an exciting chance to develop their skills and learn from their netball heroes, the Adelaide Thunderbirds athletes.
These interactive clinics vary depending on the age and […]

[ April 14, 2024; ]
Pack your picnic and favourite teddy bear and go along for a good old-fashioned Teddy Bears’ Picnic at the Adelaide Botanic Garden.
The much-loved band of the South Australian Police will be back in the Garden to entertain the crowd, this time with their full concert band. They’ll be playing a selection of well-known hits and […]

[ April 16, 2024 to April 18, 2024. April 23, 2024 to April 24, 2024. ]
Creative Art Workshops for Crafty Kids at The Makery Co, Hahndorf
Join The Makery Co for 3 amazing art & craft workshops where kids are guaranteed to leave with a little paint on their hands and a big grin on their face. The Makery Co present Pots & Plants, Tiny Terrarium Worlds, Vases & Posies between […]

[ April 17, 2024 to April 19, 2024. April 22, 2024 to April 24, 2024. ]
Go build at Churchill Centre these school holidays with Bricks 4 Kidz Building Workshops! 
Kids aged 5 – 12 will be able to build and drive trains, a bustling city and a giant amusement park with a mega roller coaster. 
Week 1: TRAIN CITY
Build and drive multiple trains on a giant train track, build famous buildings to […]

WIN A Family Pass to Adelaide Zoo just in time for the April School Holidays!
There’s always something fun happening at Adelaide Zoo.  
The perfect place to visit during the school holidays, kids will love seeing and learning about the animals, exploring the outdoor areas throughout the Zoo and saying hello to the two incredible Giant […]

[ April 11, 2024; ]
Fly into adventure this April school holidays with Richard the Stork & The Mystery of the Great Jewel!
Join Richard and his friends on a heartwarming journey filled with friendship, bravery, and discovery.
Perfect for families seeking wholesome entertainment at the movies, bring the whole family together this April school holidays for a charming tale of courage […]

Two iconic family brands, Royal Caribbean and The Wiggles, are coming together to create the ultimate family holiday in Australia for the summer of 2025-2026.
Wiggles fans can set their sights on making memories with the popular cast of Wiggly Friends on exclusive Wiggles Sailings that feature experiences for the whole family. Taking centre stage will […]

[ April 17, 2024 to April 18, 2024. April 22, 2024 to April 23, 2024. April 26, 2024; 10:00 am; ]
Olon – Virtual Reality Entertainment & Indoor Sports Centre.
Experience a new level of excitement at Olon. Discover Adelaide’s state-of-the-art indoor sports and virtual reality entertainment centre for an unforgettable adventure.
***SPECIAL OFFER***
Special offer for Play & Go readers – Book 2 or more guests and score a 10% discount with promo code PLAYGOAPR. Don’t miss out […]

[ April 5, 2024 to April 7, 2024. ]
Paradigm Zone Games Arcade to open in Adelaide in 2024 – with a ‘Teaser Opening’ scheduled for early April!
An exciting new indoor entertainment venue will open in the Adelaide CBD later this year featuring an exciting range of the latest arcade games with many never seen before in Australia. Paradigm Zone is a futuristic, space […]

[ April 13, 2024 to April 28, 2024. ]
Wild beginnings at Monarto Safari Park this April.
These school holidays, explore the wild world of baby animals!
Did you know that baby hyenas communicate using special whooping calls that are unique to each cub, or that lion cubs are born with spots that help them hide in tall grass?

Learn how different species at the park embark […]

[ April 13, 2024 to April 28, 2024. ]
Wild Beginnings at the Adelaide Zoo this April.
Did you know that giraffe calves can stand and walk within just a few hours of being born, or that Sumatran Tigers are born with a special covering over their eyes, kind of a like a blanket, to protect them?

During the April school holidays, explore the wild world […]