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Santa’s Wonderland Magical Christmas Wonderland
Santa’s Wonderland is a magical white Christmas wonderland with amusement rides, spectacular Christmas stage shows, a magnificent ice skating rink, tobogganing, dodgem cars, jumping castles and activity trail.  You can also have your photo taken with Santa!
What’s New in 2023
This year there are all-new activities including Gingerbread Decorating (an additional $10pp) […]

Pick Your Own Cherries around Adelaide and Cherry Farm Gate Sales in South Australia.
There’s nothing that says Summer more than when fresh, sweet, juicy local cherries are available. When the cherry season arrives it reminds us that Christmas is near. 
SA Cherries are off to an early start in 2023 with a promising outlook for Christmas […]

[ December 18, 2023 to December 22, 2023. January 2, 2024 to January 6, 2024. January 8, 2024 to January 12, 2024. January 15, 2024 to January 19, 2024. ]
VACSWIM SA
VACSWIM SA is an exceptional opportunity for children aged 3 to 12 years to learn vital water safety skills in a fun, engaging and supportive environment. It’s not just about swimming—it’s about fostering a deep respect and understanding of water safety that will serve your child throughout their life.
Hosted in over 100 locations across […]

[ November 6, 2023 to December 31, 2023. ]
Experience Adelaide’s Christmas Festival in the City of Adelaide!
The City of Adelaide is thrilled to invite you to celebrate Christmas in the city featuring a wide range of city-wide events, lively markets, enchanting Christmas decorations, and captivating live performances that will fill your heart with Christmas spirit.

Adelaide’s Christmas Tree Lighting – Saturday 18 November in […]

[ January 17, 2024 to January 28, 2024. ]
Brighton Jetty Sculptures is one of South Australia’s largest annual art events and biggest sculpture exhibition. Each year’s event features around 200 sculptures lining the esplanade at Brighton, all for sale.
Take a walk along the Esplanade in Brighton to view the incredible works of art along the coastline and stop by Bindarra Reserve to see […]

What the Croque! Cafe
As part of the Daw Park Repat Health Precintc which has recently undergone a redevelopment, a cafe and playground has been established for patients, families and the general community to use. This is where What the Croque have made their home after running their business as a coffee and catering van since […]

Where to see the best Christmas lights in Adelaide.
Every Christmas, Adelaide’s streets start to sparkle with beautiful Christmas lights adorning houses and gardens, lovingly put together by generous homeowners looking to spread a little Christmas cheer!
We love heading out on a balmy evening with the kids in their PJ’s to explore Adelaide’s streets and suburbs […]

[ November 11, 2023 to November 12, 2023. November 18, 2023 to November 19, 2023. ]
Garage Sale Trail is Australia’s festival of pre-loved stuff, dedicated to helping you extend the life of your unwanted things and find the ultimate pre-loved gem.
In 2022, over 300,000 Australians shopped or sold at more than 15,000 garage sales across the nation. Together, they extended the life of over 3 million kgs of stuff saving […]

[ November 25, 2023; ]
The Barossa Council is proud to present the Barossa Regional Gallery’s Adornment Artisan Christmas Market.
Held at the Barossa Regional Gallery in Tanunda, Adornment will offer the Barossa community a unique, high quality line up of shopping opportunities.  There will be an emphasis on quality hand-made products including jewellery, textiles, fashion, homewares, ceramics, art and crafts.

There […]

[ November 11, 2023; ]
Remembrance Day in South Australia
Observe a Minute’s Silence at 11am – Wherever you are on 11 November, Remember to Remember at 11am.
At 11am on 11 November 1918, the armistice, signed by Germany earlier that morning, came into effect, finally signifying the long-awaited end to the war. As soon as the news was known, cities and […]

[ December 16, 2023 to December 24, 2023. December 26, 2023 to January 28, 2024. ]
Semaphore Summer Carnival is returning for another season of beachside fun on the foreshore during the Summer holidays.  
Held each year during the summer school holidays, the Semaphore Summer Carnival is an outdoor, open air, fun-filled outing for the whole family. Soak up some beachside fun on the foreshore with thrill rides and attractions, enjoy […]

The Santa Course in Adelaide
This Christmas season explore the magical Santa Course. From Rundle Mall and across the City of Adelaide and North Adelaide you’ll find Christmas hats here, bells there, and ten giant Santa Claus everywhere!
Santa wears a lot of hats to
 get everything ready for Christmas, but this year he’s got his candy […]

[ November 26, 2023; ]
Macclesfield Strawberry Fete – all the fun of a fete and lots and lots of strawberries!
In the 96th year since the event began, the Macclesfield Strawberry Fete offers something for everyone, including the inaugural Strawberry Trail, strawberry eating competitions, live agility dog demonstrations, working sheep dog and shearing demonstrations.  There will be live music, raffles […]

Moonlight Cinema, Australia’s favourite outdoor cinema, is back for a summer season at Adelaide’s Botanic Park.
Promising another epic season of outdoor screenings under the stars, classic fan-faves such as Love Actually and Jurassic Park and new 2023 released films such as Barbie will be on the big screen in our beautiful Botanic Park from 30 […]

Your Ultimate Family Friendly Guide to Christmas in Adelaide
With so much happening in Adelaide this festive Christmas season, our Christmas Guides will help you find out what’s on and where to go – from Christmas Pageants and Christmas Carols to our favourite streets with Christmas Lights.  There are plenty of FREE Christmas events too and […]

[ December 9, 2023 to December 10, 2023. ]
The annual Bowden Christmas Gift Market will be held across both Plant 3 and Plant 4 on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 December 2023.
Plant 4 and Bowden Park will be filled to the brim with local Adelaide makers who spin, weave, grow, create and construct excellent handmade gifts, perfect for all ages.

In Plant 3 there […]

[ November 12, 2023; ]
Enjoy the magic and excitement of the annual Walkerville Christmas Fair.
It’s that time of year again with the Walkerville Christmas Fair back again and better than ever!  Entry is free and there is a range of entertainment, activities and market stalls to keep you and the whole family entertained.

Santa will be the special guest of […]

[ November 25, 2023 to December 31, 2023. ]
Loxton is the home of Christmas in the Riverland.  Every year the Loxton Lights Festival gets bigger and better than the last and in 2023 they’re back once again.
Christmas is a magical time, full of enchantment, celebration and family. Now in its 32nd year, the Loxton Lights Festival will once again showcase the joyous festive […]

The Best Family Friendly Activities to enjoy this Christmas in Adelaide.
Christmas time brings a sense of wonder and excitement to little people as the big day draws near. For this magical time of year, we’ve put together a list of the best Christmas things to see and do, and places to go around Adelaide that […]

[ December 23, 2023; ]
The annual St Clair Carols by Candlelight event to celebrate the festive season has been postponed from the original date and will be held on Saturday 23 December 2023 at the Hills Smith Boulevard Reserve.
This carols event is accompanied by the wonderful St Clair Christmas Market which begins at 6pm, followed by the Carols at […]

[ December 15, 2023 to December 16, 2023. ]
There will be something for everyone at the Adelady Christmas Village in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga this December.
Proudly supported by The City of Adelaide, Adelady’s first ever Christmas Village will transform Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga on 15 and 16 December 2023.

The Adelady Christmas Village will celebrate festive joy with plenty of free family fun, live entertainment and local food […]

Visit the Giant Christmas Tree at the State Library on North Terrace, Adelaide.
Each year the magic of Christmas comes to South Australia’s Mortlock Library, one of the most beautiful libraries in the world.
There is something for everyone to see and discover at the State Library, from the largest indoor Christmas tree in Adelaide and storytelling […]

[ February 10, 2024; ]
Beachside Food & Wine Festival 2024
The popular Beachside Food and Wine Festival will return to Rotary Park at Christies Beach in 2024. Choose from a fantastic selection of local wine, beer and spirits from across the region, whilst indulging in the variety of food on offer with stunning coastal views.
Entry is free to enjoy market […]

[ November 18, 2023 to November 19, 2023. ]  
The fabulous Fullarton Christmas Fair is back in 2023 at the Fullarton Park Community Centre.
With humble beginnings on the front veranda of an eastern suburb’s house, The Fullarton Christmas Fair is now in its 42nd year and has become one of Adelaide’s favourite annual markets. Start your Christmas shopping early and buy from local artisans […]

The VAILO Adelaide 500 takes family entertainment to another level in 2023 with loads of free family-friendly activities!
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping time at the 2023 event, where there is no stopping—both on and off the track!
Get ready for world-class racing on the iconic 3.219 km Adelaide street circuit this November. The 2023 VAILO Adelaide […]

[ December 3, 2023; ]
The Flinders Foundation Fun-tastic Kids Fun Fair is a chance for all past and present Flinders babies, children and families to reconnect, celebrate and support Flinders’ kids, and also acknowledge the incredible staff working across the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network.
With free games, activities and live entertainment on show, plus amusement rides and food truck […]

[ December 16, 2023; ]
Wonka Family Movie Night in support of the Jodi Lee Foundation.
A night the whole family can enjoy, Wonka is based on the extraordinary character at the centre of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time.

Wonka tells the wondrous story of how […]

[ December 3, 2023; ]
Join the fun at Henley Square for a night of carols, food, kids activities, fireworks and more on Sunday 3 December 2023.
Pre-show entertainment will kick off at 6.30pm so take along your picnic gear, grab a bite to eat and enjoy the festivities with friends and family – all are welcome.  

Times:

6:30pm: Pre-show entertainment, with […]

[ December 1, 2023; ]
Prospect Blair Athol Lions Club warmly invites the local and surrounding community to join them for their 2023 Carols in the Park on Friday 1 December.
Held in Prospect Memorial Gardens, it will be a great night listening to the community gather together and sing along to their favourite carols.  Take a rug and some chairs […]

[ February 2, 2024 to February 4, 2024. March 15, 2024 to March 17, 2024. April 19, 2024 to April 21, 2024. ]
Don’t miss the next Food Truck Carnivale event popping up in Adelaide.
The travelling Food Truck Carnivale is always on the move and heading to numerous locations around Adelaide.
Entry to Food Truck Carnivale is FREE with each family friendly event featuring full days of fun and numerous food options catering to all tastes. From the north […]