Play & Go Adelaide

[ April 18, 2019 to September 29, 2019. ]
Phil Cummings: Stories Behind the Books
This FREE interactive exhibition takes you into the creative mind of award-winning South Australian author Phil Cummings.
Editor’s Note: Due to popular demand, the Phil Cummings: Stories Behind the Books exhibition has now been extended to Sunday 29 September 2019 (previously was running until 21 July 2019).
From his first book, Goodness […]

[ May 15, 2019; 6:30 pm; ]
Raising Literacy Australia is proud to present ‘Positive Discipline’ with Madhavi Parker, a workshop for parents and educators.
Madhavi Nawana Parker is founding Director at Positive Minds Australia. Madhavi is an author, keynote and public speaker and mother of three children.
Madhavi’s workshop on Positive Discipline will take you through a simple and practical approach to improving […]

[ May 9, 2019 to October 3, 2019. ]
The Life. Unley’s Own, Returning Home Exhibition – City of Unley and Flinders University
An exhibition exploring the lives and experiences of returned South Australian soldiers is now on display at Unley Museum.
The Life. Unley’s Own, Returning Home exhibition marks 100 years since soldiers who served on the frontline in WWI were returning home to resume […]

[ May 4, 2019 5:00 pm to May 5, 2019 5:00 pm. ]
Harrisville Orchards in Lenswood is open for Apple Picking on Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 May 2019
Over the first weekend in May, Harrisville Orchards are holding a Pick a Pink Lady event and they invite families to go along and pick fresh apples straight from the trees.

Entry Fee – TBA (previous years $5 per […]

[ May 4, 2019 to May 5, 2019. ]
Pick a Pink Lady® Weekend 2019 | Adelaide Apple Picking
Four family-owned and run apple orchards located in the heart of one of Australia’s premium apple-growing regions in the Adelaide Hills are open for visiting, exploring and fruit picking.
For one weekend only Pick a Pink Lady® Weekend provides a unique opportunity to pick some Pink Lady® […]

[ May 4, 2019; 11:00 am; ]
Pooraka Farm Community Centre Family Fun Day
Be part of the FREE Pooraka Farm Community Centre 4th of May Star Wars Themed Community Day.
This is an opportunity for the whole family to learn more about the Pooraka Farm Community Centre and other local services while having some family fun. There will be a sausage sizzle and, […]

[ May 9, 2019; 6:00 pm; ]
Made to Inspire 2019
Join acclaimed filmmaker Henry Thong for a night of artistic inspiration and cultural exploration at the premiere of Makers Who Inspire, Season 4 on Thursday 9 May 2019 from 6pm.
This season, the award-winning documentary series explores the stories of Asian migrants in arts and the media, featuring high-profile Asian-Australian creators such as:

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[ May 3, 2019 to May 5, 2019. ]
Bowerbird Design Market – 3-5 May 2019
Creative workshops, activations and local, artisan-made food and craft beverages have been added to Bowerbird Design Market’s already stellar line up of contemporary fashion, art and design.  Visitors to Bowerbird Design Market will get to try their hand at a range of ticketed workshops, and free activities for small […]

[ May 2, 2019; ]
Peppa Pig and Friends Return to the Big Screen to Celebrate 15 Years of Muddy Puddles with New Cinema Release – ‘Peppa Pig: Festival of Fun’
Only in cinemas from 2 May 2019, ten brand-new episodes and live-action musical content will give fans one hour of fun, introduce new characters and treat audiences to special adventures, […]

[ April 28, 2019; May 11, 2019; May 26, 2019; June 23, 2019; August 4, 2019; August 18, 2019; ]
Adelaide Thunderbirds | 2019 Season Home Games
Be there as your Adelaide Thunderbirds take to the court in the world’s best national netball competition – Suncorp Super Netball.
Lead by head coach Tania Obst, the 2019 Adelaide Thunderbirds roster features exciting South Australian local talent complemented by international calibre players. Tickets are now on sale for all […]

[ May 15, 2019; 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]
World Orienteering Day Special Evening Event
A great introductory for families and friends looking to get more active with an element of fun.
Short courses that will have you exploring the beautiful surroundings of Belair National Park into the evening, go along and see what orienteering is all about in a very relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
If you have […]

[ March 14, 2019; March 28, 2019; April 11, 2019; April 25, 2019; May 9, 2019; May 23, 2019; June 6, 2019; June 20, 2019; ]
Free Concrete Sessions at Oaklands Skate Park
Lighthouse Youth Projects’ FREE skate/BMX sessions are back on Thursday nights from March to June 2019.
Each Concrete Session includes free skate and BMX workshops, BBQ, Mojo beverages on tap, DK bikes and POC helmets to borrow and plenty of giveaways.  Lighthouse Youth Project mentors will be right there to give […]

[ April 27, 2019 to May 31, 2019. ]
South Australia’s 2019 History Festival
The History Festival is all about South Australian history. From April 27 to May 31, thousands of people will explore our state’s history through events which range from walks to websites, talks to tours, and exhibitions to special events.
Have you ever wanted to see inside Glenside Hospital’s infamous Z Ward? Or […]

[ May 22, 2019 to June 1, 2019. ]
DreamBIG Children’s Festival
DreamBIG Children’s Festival is South Australia’s iconic biennial arts festival for schools and families that places its audience at the centre of fresh, inventive, imaginative and inspiring arts experiences.
More than 2 million South Australian children have participated in the festival since its inception in 1974 (as Come Out Festival), and it remains an […]

[ February 10, 2019; March 31, 2019; May 5, 2019; ]
City of Burnside presents Family Fun Days
Family Fun Day – Histories & Mysteries | Sunday 10 February 2019  |  10am – 2pm
A fantastic day of Histories & Mysteries! Join in for a day of Medieval Tournaments, Historic Truck Rides, Arts & Crafts and ld Fashioned Games.

Location: Kensington Gardens Reserve
Family Fun Day – Science | Sunday 31 March 2019  […]

[ February 10, 2019; March 14, 2019 to March 17, 2019. April 23, 2019 to April 28, 2019. May 4, 2019; May 11, 2019; May 22, 2019 to June 1, 2019. May 25, 2019 to May 26, 2019. June 1, 2019; June 29, 2019; ]
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Something on Saturday Fun for Families
For over 40 years, Something on Saturday has enchanted thousands of children with memorable live performances and craft workshops during the winter months.
In 2019, this family favourite will become an annual program of carefully curated events especially for young people. From performances to exhibitions and hands on […]

[ May 4, 2019; 7:00 pm; ]
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert
Adelaide Symphony Orchestra presents a Disney Production

The Force will be with the ASO on May the fourth as they present Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert.

John Williams’ legendary score paired with one of the most critically-acclaimed films of all time will make this screen and sound […]

[ 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 […]

[ 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, […]

[ May 29, 2019 to June 1, 2019. ]
Beep
By Windmill Theatre Company
From the makers of Grug, comes this BEEP – a slightly sideways tale about unexpected friendship, finding where you fit, and learning to mix it up a little.
In Mort’s village, everything has its place, every day is the same and everyone likes it that way. Until one morning, crash, boom, bang… down comes […]

[ May 21, 2019; 6:30 pm; May 22, 2019; 10:00 am; 1:00 pm; ]
Possum Magic
A Monkey Baa Theatre Company production | Based on the book by Memo Fox and Julie Vivas
Adapted by Eva Di Cesare and Sandra Eldridge Directed by Sandra Eldridge
A brand-new stage adaption of a magical Australian classic.
For more than 30 years, Mem Fox’s Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted young people all over Australia.
Grandma Poss loves […]