Play & Go Adelaide

[ September 28, 2015; September 30, 2015; October 1, 2015; October 7, 2015; October 8, 2015; October 9, 2015; ]
Active Kids Holiday Care
Active Kids Holiday Care is a program aimed at 5-12 year olds which encourages children to be active and social during the school break.

The program gives children the opportunity to make new friends whilst participating in a number of activities including cooking classes, use of the giant aquatic inflatables, arts, crafts and […]

[ September 26, 2015 to October 11, 2015. ]

A’hoy mateys! It’s time to explore the Adelaide Park Lands!
Can you crack all of the tricky clues and find the 3 secret destinations? Get the family together these school holidays and get set for the adventure of a lifetime!

The Park Lands are full of secrets just waiting to be discovered. Download and print the brand […]

[ October 5, 2015; 11:00 am; ]

Come and join in for a fun day out in the sun for IBWW (International Babywearing Week) .

Meet at Keith Stevens Park (MOUNT BARKER) at 11am, for a 11.20am start.

Heading along the walking trail to the Laratinga Wetlands BBQ area where there will be a family friendly picnic along with some fun activities.

There will be some […]

[ October 7, 2015; October 8, 2015; ]

The Olive Branch is a cafe and retail shop in Balhannah that provides a safe, secure play area and both healthy and fun kids meal options for children. During term time they offer a Crafty Kids Morning every Tuesday and Wednesday.

The Olive Branch Balhannah are now taking bookings for our school holiday cooking classes. These holidays they are […]

[ October 18, 2015; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]

Family Fun Day at Blackwood Golf Club on Sunday, 18 October from 10am – 4pm.
Events include a Free Bouncy Castle, Free Sausage Sizzle, Free Face Painting, Free Big Hole Golf, Free Putting Competition, Karate Demonstration, Silent Auction and Market Stalls, Wine Sales and On Course Drinks, live DJ, Junior Golf Clinic, plus more! And the […]

[ October 18, 2015; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Brighton Primary School is holding a day of school and community fun on Sunday the 18 October 10 am to 3pm in the form of the inaugural Brighton Primary School Garden Fun Fest.
This event aims to bring the school and community together to have some fun and raise funds to support the continuation of the school garden […]

[ September 24, 2015 to October 8, 2015. ]

Circus Royale provides quality entertainment for your entire family. Parents, grandparents and children equally enjoy Circus Royale.

Circus Royale is family entertainment staged in a modern Big Top tent. Big Top tent is heated in cooler weather.
The show last 2 hours, this includes the half time break – 1 intermission of 10 minutes. Tent doors open 30 minutes […]

[ October 17, 2015; October 18, 2015; ]
Victoria Park becomes Classic Car Central  for 2 days in October 2015 as the Adelaide Parklands venue is transformed into the hub for the coming together of two significant motorsport events, both with a nostalgic theme.
The Adelaide Motorsport Festival is a virtual “museum-in-motion”. A three-day festival that draws upon South Australia’s rich motorsport history and celebrates […]

[ October 8, 2015; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Kites, Bikes and Picnics – Spring School Holiday Kite Flying Day
Head to the Henley Memorial Oval on the corner of Cudmore Terrace and Atkins Street, Henley Beach, on Thursday 8 October between 11am and 2pm to for the Spring School Holiday Kite Flying Day.

An opportunity to fill Adelaide skies with colour these school holidays. Bring your own […]

[ October 18, 2015; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ]
Join the Turkish Community in South Australia to celebrate their rich culture, history and heritage at the Migration Museum.
On Sunday 18 October head to the museum and experience the dance, music and food of the Turkish Community. Participate in various hands-on activities for the whole family.

-Enjoy live performances including belly dancing, folk dancing and Turkish […]

[ October 10, 2015; 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ]
The Adelaide Zombie Walk is a FREE family day out. Dress as a zombie and take part in the Best Dressed competitions and enjoy the atmosphere with market stalls, food vans, games and entertainment.
Drag yourself through the city streets at 7.00pm for the official Zombie Walk.

Free Laser tag, mobile games theatre and face painting for […]

[ October 31, 2015; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Note: This event has sold out
If you’re into ghosts and ghouls and all things scary, then join in if you dare for a Halloween scare!
This spook-tacularly popular Halloween celebration is back and bigger than ever.  All tickets must be pre-purchased.
Boo at the Zoo
Saturday 31 October, 4pm – 8pm
Calling all ghosts, ghouls and goblins for a night […]

[ October 31, 2015; 1:45 pm to 4:00 pm. ]

A great workshop for the whole family, Steven from Wagtail Urban Farm will explain the benefits of living with one of the most miraculous animals on the planet, the humble compost worm. During this practical workshop you will learn how to provide an optimal environment to keep the colony alive through the heat of Summer […]

[ October 7, 2015 to October 11, 2015. ]
The Super Hero Academy has been created by The Good Guys as part of their Doing Good program to help create happy and healthy communities.
Why?
To help girls and boys aged six to twelve build self-confidence and inner strength in a non-competitive, safe environment.

Doing Good with Circus Oz
The Good Guys and Circus Oz have created an […]

[ October 10, 2015; 1:00 pm; ]

If you’re looking at something for the kids to do for the Summer, then come along and try out Surf Life Saving at Seacliff!

It’s fun for the whole family. You can even get involved in many aspects of the Club.

What better way to spend your Saturday than on the beach and being in Australia having […]

[ October 10, 2015; 1:00 pm; ]
Digital Lamb is proud to host this family friendly movie afternoon to raise money for Blue Dragon Children’s Foundation.
Pan is the story of an orphan who is spirited away to the magical Neverland. There, he finds both fun and dangers, and ultimately discovers his destiny – to become the hero who will be forever known […]

[ September 30, 2015; 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. October 1, 2015; 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. October 2, 2015; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. October 4, 2015; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
MR BADGER is visiting Carrick Hill to tell the story of “The Wind in the Willows”
This delightful, intimate storytelling performance of Kenneth Grahame’s much loved classic “The Wind in the Willows”, will be presented at Carrick Hill during the Sept/Oct school holidays.The story celebrates the joys of the natural world and friendship and this lively re-telling […]

[ October 10, 2015; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ]
Fed up with the kids getting square eyes but stuck for inspiration? Prepare to get your hands dirty when you join in for this FREE fun filled nature play event.
Byards Wetland will inspire you with some fantastic ideas on how to spend more family time playing outdoors and using your imagination in a natural setting.

Some activities include:
– […]

[ October 23, 2015; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Playgroup at the Zoo! Playgroup SA’s annual event – giving Playgroup Members the opportunity to visit Adelaide Zoo for a fun-filled day of zoo attractions, Children’s Entertainment and Playgroup experiences at a reduced cost to everyday Zoo entry prices. Tickets available late September.
Entertainment
African Soul – Hands on Rhythm Drumming Workshop

Explosive and vibrant, fully interactive drumming and dance workshop […]

[ October 9, 2015; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
In its third year the Festival of Now is Australia’s only Festival that celebrates World Mental Health Day.
A family friendly event it is completely free with magicians, face painting, bubble soccer, Animals Anonymous, sun catcher making, Lolly Jar Circus and drumming circle.
With stalls promoting arts in health, healthy eating and performances the Festival of Now […]

[ October 6, 2015 to October 9, 2015. ]
Millions of years ago South Australia was an underwater breeding ground for ancient animals just like this baby plesiosaur (pictured above). Learn how their fossilised skeletons became preserved forever in opal.
Go to the South Australian Museum to explore the full line-up of School Holiday Programs available this October 6 – 9, 2015.
The Science of Opals: Experimental workshop […]

[ September 16, 2015; 5:00 pm; September 29, 2015; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. September 30, 2015; 11:00 am to 11:30 am. October 1, 2015; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. October 7, 2015; 10:00 am to 10:55 am. October 8, 2015; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ]

The City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters have some great School Holiday activities on at their council libraries. The Amazing Drumming Monkey show, craft, yoga and movies to name just a few. Check out these events below.
Activities are low-cost or free, but bookings are essential.

Feed the Birds (7-12yrs) x 2 sessions
Tuesday, 29 Sep 2015 | […]

[ October 2, 2015; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
On Friday 2 October, Through the Green Door with be throwing open their doors to welcome you to a FREE taster of the art classes they run. Bring the kids in for some free Spring craft activities and treats!
The Through the Green Door art studio is located in the Maylands Plaza and everyone is welcome […]

[ September 27, 2015 to October 10, 2015. ]

Join in a relaxed picnic-style afternoon to celebrate the opening the 2015 Nature Play Festival!

There will be nature craft, mud kitchens, a mini ropes course, live music, an outdoor art exhibition featuring entries received from Nature Play’s recent children’s nature art call out, and a host of other activities.

Bring your picnic rugs, a bite to eat and prepare […]

[ October 17, 2015; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ]

A free public event – featuring food trucks, vans and stalls; live music and children’s activities – will be held on Saturday 17 October, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Wittunga Botanic Garden opening to the public.

The fun-filled celebration (12-4pm) will host Fork on the Road – which brings together Adelaide’s best mobile street food vendors – […]

[ October 17, 2015; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]

The Adelaide Flyway Festival celebrates the arrival of our migratory shorebirds in conjunction with National Bird Week and the local community. There’s loads of activities for young and old, expert bird watchers and newbies, so bring along the whole family for a fun day out in St Kilda.

Activities and stalls

Cooking demonstrations by Callum Hann
Bird watching […]

[ October 11, 2015; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ]

The Barossa Council in collaboration with Angaston Community and Business Alliance Inc. have been selected to host the Emirates Melbourne Cup Tour in Angaston on 11 October 2015.

Each year major Melbourne Cup sponsor, Emirates tour the Melbourne Cup trophy throughout Australia, stopping off at select locations for functions and community events.  Engaging with the trophy provides […]

[ September 28, 2015; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. September 30, 2015; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. October 2, 2015; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]

The Barossa Council invites your kids to get messy at the 2015 Barossa Nature Play Festival.

This free-form nature event will spark every child’s imagination and encourage creativity, exploration and above all having fun in nature’s playground.

Activities include a Mud kitchen and café, dirt art studio, weaving station and Storytime presented by Barossa Public Library.

Collect your very […]

[ October 9, 2015; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
Australians will unite at walks across the country on Friday October 9 to help families affected by blood cancer.
Each walk is an inspiring event where everyone lights lanterns, raises funds and walks in aid of Australian families affected by blood cancer. The money raised will fund research and support, and your presence will lift many hearts as everyone walks in […]

[ October 18, 2015; 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Single use plastics can harm marine life – items like straws, balloons and plastic bags are ending up in our oceans and are swallowed by or get caught up on unsuspecting marine life. You can help protect defenseless marine life by reducing your use of these products and keeping our beaches clear of them.
Join the […]