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Summer Festival 2019 | City of West Torrens | Jan & Feb 2019

[ January 5, 2019; January 9, 2019; January 12, 2019; January 16, 2019; January 19, 2019; January 23, 2019; January 26, 2019; February 2, 2019; 11:00 pm; 11:00 pm; 11:00 pm; February 9, 2019; 11:00 pm; 11:00 pm; 11:00 pm; ]
The City of West Torrens Summer Festival 2019
The City of West Torrens presents outdoor cinemas, bands, food trucks and children’s entertainment during January and February 2019.
Summer Festival draws hundreds of people to West Torrens each year. Lawns are transformed by a sea of deck chairs, picnic rugs and cushions as people take advantage of the […]

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Family Day & Family Ride | Santos Tour Down Under Adelaide | 13 Jan 2019

[ January 13, 2019; ]
Santos Tour Down Under Family Day & Family Ride in Adelaide. Enjoy the race with your family with fun family day activities on Sunday 13 January 2019.
Enjoy the racing action of the Down Under Classic with your family along with a variety of cycling-themed interactive activities dedicated to fun, delicious food, family and cycling fans.
FAMILY […]

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Semaphore Summer Carnival | New Years Eve & Australia Day Fireworks | Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

[ December 15, 2018 to December 24, 2018. December 26, 2018 to January 28, 2019. ]
Semaphore Summer Carnival
Semaphore Summer Carnival is returning for a new season of beachside fun on the foreshore.
Held each year during the summer school holidays, the Semaphore Summer Carnival is a fun-filled outing for the whole family. Enjoy some beachside fun on the foreshore with Ali Baba, Cyclone, dodgem cars, bungee trampolines,  laughing clowns and the […]

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The Art of Christmas | Creative Tree Trail | Lot Fourteen | Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

[ December 7, 2018 to January 6, 2019. ] Creative Tree Trail at Lot Fourteen
Discover The Art of Christmas at Lot Fourteen, North Terrace with a creative tree trail this festive season.
Eight fabulous South Australian artists are using their creative talents and a sprinkle of Christmas magic to bring trees to life at Lot Fourteen this Christmas.

Explore Lot Fourteen over the festive season and […]

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Colossal Creatures at Adelaide Zoo | 26 Dec 2018 – 28 Jan 2019

[ December 26, 2018 to January 28, 2019. ]
Colossal Creatures are back at Adelaide Zoo these school holidays!
Step into a prehistoric world where gigantic insects and dinosaurs shared the earth.
These school holidays at Adelaide Zoo, come face to face with spiders as long as horses, wasps the size of tigers and dinosaurs bigger than a building.

Step into a prehistoric world and get up […]

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Unley Gourmet Gala | 17 Jan 2019

[ January 17, 2019; 5:00 pm; ]

Unley Gourmet Gala, Adelaide’s favourite street party during the Santos Tour Down Under, is back in January 2019. 
This free, family-friendly event will feature cooking demonstrations with local chefs, fun-filled children’s entertainment and a world music stage. Expect fashion parades, global music, DJs, roving performers and more.
The well-loved street party descends on King William Road with […]

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Semaphore Summer Twilight Markets | Dec 2018 & Jan 2019

[ December 14, 2018; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. December 21, 2018; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. December 28, 2018; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. January 4, 2019; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. January 18, 2019; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
Semaphore Summer Twilight Markets
The Semaphore Summer Twilight Markets are held along the Semaphore Foreshore Reserve on Friday nights during the summer school holidays from 6pm until 9pm.

There are always lots of  handmade arts and crafts, vintage fashion, unique products to browse plus a range of cuisine and coffee.

The Semaphore Summer Twilight Markets is a family-orientated market place with […]

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Start at the Gallery | Art Gallery of SA | 2019

[ January 6, 2019; February 3, 2019; March 3, 2019; April 7, 2019; May 5, 2019; June 2, 2019; July 7, 2019; August 4, 2019; September 1, 2019; October 6, 2019; November 3, 2019; December 1, 2019; ]
START at the Gallery
START at the Gallery offers an exciting introduction to visual art for children and families. Held on the first Sunday of every month, START is free and includes art activities, tours, live performance and entertainment.
Each monthly event is themed around current exhibitions or the general collection.

START is recommended for children aged 3-12 years […]

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Australia Day in the City | Parade, Concert & Fireworks | 26 Jan 2019

[ January 26, 2019; ]

Australia Day in the City presented by the City of Adelaide.

Australia Day in the City is a FREE major public event to celebrate Australia Day in South Australia, to be held in Elder Park on Saturday 26 January 2019.  Since becoming a twilight event in 2010, the crowds have continued to grow with 40,000+ attendees enjoying […]

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Santos Adelaide Tour Down Under | Stage by Stage | 10-20 Jan 2019

[ January 10, 2019 to January 20, 2019. ]
The 2019 Santos Tour Down Under event will be staged in and around Adelaide, South Australia, from 10 to 20 January 2019, celebrating the 21st edition of the race.
Don’t miss the excitement Australia’s greatest cycling race brings to the city of Adelaide and surrounding regional towns during the January school holidays.  Take a look at […]

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The Big Wedgie | World’s Tallest Inflatable Waterslide | West Beach Parks | 24 Nov 2018 – 10 Feb 2019

[ November 24, 2018 to February 10, 2019. ]
The Big Wedgie at West Beach Parks
The world’s tallest freestanding inflatable waterslide is back in South Australia and it has a new home by the sea this Summer. West Beach Parks (formerly Adelaide Shores) will host The Big Wedgie, a firm favourite with thrill seekers of all ages.  Plus for the first time two new […]

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Australian Sports Camps | 3-Day School Holiday Sports Coaching Camps | 7-25 January 2019

[ January 7, 2019 to January 25, 2019. ]
Australian Sports Camps 3 Day School Holiday Sports Coaching Camps January 2019
Australian Sports Camps provide interactive and fun skills programs to ensure that participants improve their game and their love for their chosen sport. Their extremely comprehensive camp programs run for three days and are ideal for players aged between 6 and 16 of all […]

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Superhero Diorama Craft Workshop | Coromandel Valley | 15 Jan 2019

[ January 15, 2019; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Superhero Diorama Craft Workshop
Learn how to create an awesome action diorama for your favourite Superhero.
In this creative workshop, participants will be shown step-by-step how to create their own highly detailed miniature street scene to display their favourite action figure. Featuring; Battle damaged brick walls, rubble, posters, boxes, trash can, newspapers even street signs and a […]

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Seacliff 5049 Summer Nights Market | 7 Dec 2018, 11 Jan & 8 Feb 2019

[ December 7, 2018; January 11, 2019; February 8, 2019; ]
Seacliff 5049 Summer Nights
Relax whilst the sun sets over the ocean and listen to some great tunes.
Seacliff 5049 Summer Nights is about listening to tunes, enjoying some delicious food and grabbing a refreshing beverage from the bar.  At the December 7 market visitors can shop for Christmas presents at a variety of market stalls.

Children will […]

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Adelaide School Holiday Guide | Best Ideas for December & January School Holidays | Summer 2018-19

[ December 15, 2018 9:00 pm to January 29, 2019 9:12 pm. ]
Adelaide School Holidays – December & January 2018
Find all the best activities & ideas for the Adelaide Summer School Holidays.
To make it easier for you to find things for the kids to do during the school holidays, the Play & Go team have put together our Holiday Guide featuring some of the most popular, and […]

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Adelaide Strikers | Women’s Big Bash League | Dec 2018 – Jan 2019

[ December 21, 2018; December 23, 2018; December 31, 2018; January 8, 2019; January 9, 2019; ]
Rebel Womens Big Bash League 2018/19
Don’t miss the opportunity to see some of the world’s best female cricketers showcasing their abilities – lots of big sixes and wow moments! So much summer fun for the family to enjoy!

Can the Adelaide Strikers, who were last year’s beaten semi-finalist, win it all this season?
ADELAIDE STRIKERS HOME GAMES
Melbourne […]

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Splash! Slip ‘N’ Dip | Murray Bridge | 1-28 Jan 2019

[ January 1, 2019 to January 21, 2019. January 25, 2019 to January 28, 2019. ]
Splash! Slip ‘N’ Dip
EDITOR”S NOTE: SPLASH UPDATE – NATURE PLAY HAS BEEN CANCELLED TUESDAY 22ND / WEDNESDAY 23RD AND THURSDAY 24TH DUE TO FORECAST TEMPERATURE BEING 40 DEGREES AND OVER.
Celebrate Summer on the Murray River during January with a one hour pass on the ‘Slip ‘N’ Dip’ at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge.
This water-based adventure playground will […]

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Once Upon a Star – A Day with the Princesses | Star Academy Adelaide | 22 Jan 2019

[ January 22, 2019; ]
Once Upon a Star – A Day with the Princesses
Once Upon a Star – A Day with the Princesses is a great day out in the January school holidays for children aged 3+ to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Star Academy studios will transform in to a magical wonderland with all of […]

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Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema | Botanic Park | 8 Dec 2018 – 17 Feb 2019

[ December 15, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 16, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 20, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 22, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 23, 2018; 7:00 pm; December 26, 2018; 7:00 pm; January 2, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 5, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 9, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 12, 2019; 7:00 pm; January 19, 2019; 7:00 pm; ]
Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema
Enjoy a film under the stars at Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema in Botanic Park
The December/January program is jam-packed with eight advanced screenings, over 25 new releases and a bunch of fan favourite films. Returning to Botanic Park in Adelaide, film-lovers can recline on a picnic rug underneath the stars and catch a flick on […]

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Parasites: Life Undercover Exhibition | South Australian Museum | 30 Nov 2018 – 3 Feb 2019

[ November 30, 2018 to February 3, 2019. ]
Parasites: Life Undercover Exhibition at the South Australian Museum
Difficult to detect and definitely undesirable, parasites are those little organisms that keep us awake at night, make us itch during the day and spread disease.
The Parasites: Life Undercover exhibition delves into the world of these organisms, who fearlessly use humans, animals and flora to feed off and thrive. […]

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Glenelg Sunset Markets | Nov 2018 – Mar 2019

[ November 25, 2018; December 9, 2018; January 13, 2019; February 10, 2019; March 10, 2019; ]
The Glenelg Sunset Markets – the ultimate beachside market.
Brought to you by Gilles at the Grounds.
The Glenelg Sunset Markets will return bigger and better, with its first market of the season coinciding with the Glenelg Christmas Pageant on 25 November 2018.
The rest of the season includes over 40+ amazing stalls, along with delicious local eats […]

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Penfield Park Railway Open Days & Twilight Rides | Edinburgh | 2018-2019

[ November 10, 2018; November 25, 2018; December 8, 2018; January 12, 2019; January 27, 2019; February 9, 2019; February 24, 2019; March 9, 2019; March 31, 2019; April 28, 2019; May 26, 2019; June 30, 2019; ]
Penfield Park Railway Open Days & Twilight Rides
The Penfield Model Engineers Society (P.M.E.S) was formed with the primary aim of promoting the art of model and experimental engineering. Penfield Park Railway holds open days on the last Sunday of each month, January to November between noon and 4:30pm. Also, on the second Saturday during October, November, […]

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Instant Family | In Cinemas 10 Jan 2019

[ January 10, 2019; ]
Instant Family – In Cinemas 10 January 2019
When Pete (Mark Wahlberg) and Ellie (Rose Byrne) decide to start a family, they explore the world of adoption. When they meet a trio of siblings, including a rebellious 15-year-old girl (Isabela Moner), they find themselves unexpectedly speeding from zero to three kids overnight. Now, Pete and Ellie […]

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World Tennis Challenge | Memorial Drive | 7 & 8 Jan 2019

[ January 7, 2019 to January 8, 2019. ]
World Tennis Challenge 2019 at Memorial Drive
The World Tennis Challenge is a two-night exhibition tournament where players compete in preparation for the Australian Open.
Featuring both current stars and legends of the game, former world no.1 and two-time Grand Slam champion Victoria Azarenka and world No.4 Alexander Zverev will headline the 2019 event. They will be […]

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Adelaide French Festival | Adelaide Festival Centre | 11-13 Jan 2019

[ January 11, 2019 to January 13, 2019. ]
Adelaide French Festival 2019
The Adelaide French Festival is a celebration of life, summer and the best of French culture over one weekend. The program features an eclectic program of music, theatre, dance, food, wine, art, fashion, film and family activities including a number of Australian exclusive performances just for Adelaide.
The three-day celebration runs from 11-13 […]

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Family Movie Fundraiser | Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory | 20 Jan 2019

[ January 20, 2019; 1:00 pm; ]
A family classic, “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” will be shown in the nostalgic Lobethal Cinema.
The funds are being raised for the Emerikus Land Foundation in honour of their angel, Brady Ward. The Emerikus Land Foundation raises funds to purchase cuddle cots for hospitals across Australia. These specially designed cots allow families of deceased […]

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Girl Power Workshops | Nov – Dec 2018

[ November 3, 2018; December 18, 2018; December 19, 2018; December 20, 2018; January 21, 2019; January 23, 2019; January 25, 2019; ]
Girl Power Workshops
Drawing on over twenty years experience as a drama teacher, workshop facilitator and as a mother of two girls, Joni Combe has developed this empowering well-being workshop for girls aged 7 – 12 years called Girl Power.
The mission of the workshops is to foster a positive mindset, inner confidence and resilience in girls at a […]

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Steve Backshall’s Deadly 60 DownUnder | Adelaide | 27 Jan 2019

[ January 27, 2019; 11:00 am; ]
Steve Backshall’s Deadly 60 Down Under
Presented by Andrew Kay and Phil Bathols in association with BBC Studios and Adelaide Festival Centre.

After two sell-out Australian tours, Steve Backshall, the star of the hit TV show Deadly 60 is returning to Australia with his brand new stage show.
Steve will appear live on stage with some of Australia’s […]

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Adelaide Strikers | Big Bash League | Adelaide Oval | Dec 2018 & Jan 2019

[ December 23, 2018; December 31, 2018; January 6, 2019; January 11, 2019; January 21, 2019; February 3, 2019; ]
Adelaide’s best value summer entertainment is back again when your Adelaide Strikers return to Adelaide Oval for the KFC BBL|08!
Your Adelaide Strikers are back playing at Adelaide Oval this summer to defend the title for BBL|08!  With extra games this year, your Strikers will play six home games at the Adelaide Oval and are again hosting […]

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Adelaide Gillette ODI – Australia vs India | 15 Jan 2019

[ January 15, 2019; ]
Adelaide Gillette ODI – Australia vs India – Tuesday 15 January 2019
Don’t miss seeing the Aussies take on India in the 2nd ODI match of the series at Adelaide Oval!

Don’t miss seeing Australia and India playing and get a preview of a potential 2019 world cup matchup.

With Adelaide Oval just a short walk from the […]

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