Play & Go Adelaide

[ June 18, 2023 to June 24, 2023. ]
Refugee Week 2023 – Finding Freedom
Refugee Week is Australia’s peak annual activity to raise awareness about the issues affecting refugees and celebrate the positive contributions made by refugees to Australian society.
The 2023 theme is Finding Freedom.  The Refugee Week theme has a number of important functions:

It raises awareness of the issues affecting refugees. The […]

[ June 2, 2023 to June 3, 2023. June 9, 2023 to June 10, 2023. June 16, 2023 to June 17, 2023. June 23, 2023 to June 24, 2023. ]
Experience the magic of winter solstice at Unseen, an immersive celebration of Sun, Fire, Light, and Rebirth in the heart of Adelaide’s West End.
Across four weekends in June, join the fun every Friday and Saturday evening from 6pm to 11pm in Light Square/Wauwi and the West End for theatrical fire shows, immersive fire installations and […]

We recently saw the magical Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in Melbourne at the Princess Theatre. I don’t know why it took us so long to see this, but boy, we are so glad we finally did. 
The much acclaimed show began in Melbourne four years ago as a two-part play of 6 hours, seen […]

Book a family holiday at BIG4 West Beach Parks and warm up with Sonny.
Sonny the Starfish and his seaside friends are coming to West Beach Parks this winter, and can’t wait to meet you!
Whether it’s playing golf with Capri the Coral, Go-Karting with Daphne the Dolphin, or toasting marshmallows with Rick the Rock Lobster, Sonny […]

[ June 2, 2023; ]
Celebrate International Doughnut Day with Krispy Kreme on 2 June!
Krispy Kreme will be giving away FREE* Original Glazed Doughnuts…dough-nut miss out!

(*Available only while stocks last. Limited number of Original Glazed doughnuts available per store. Offer available on 2 June 2023 only. 1 x free Original Glazed doughnut per person. Not available at Krispy Kreme located […]

Places To Go & Things To Do with Toddlers in Adelaide
Toddlers are curious and active and always exploring their surroundings so why not take them on adventures that will have them laughing with delight! From indoor play centres, playgrounds and wildlife parks to story time at the library, spending time with your toddler is a […]

[ June 30, 2023 to July 1, 2023. ]
NOW Productions presents ‘MOANA JR’ at the Shedley Theatre.
Disney’s Moana Jr brings the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life on stage.
Moana Jr features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” […]

In South Australia, ‘preschool’ and ‘kindergarten’ are the same! So, why should your child go to preschool?
Glad you asked! Going to preschool has a big impact on your child’s learning and development.
At preschool your child:

is learning through play
will develop skills such as counting, listening, communicating and problem solving
makes friends
is becoming a strong and confident learner.

There […]

[ June 19, 2023; ]
Connected Parenting Workshop – Respectful care for all ages.
Respectful care and Connected Parenting looks different with a newborn, with a toddler, with a pre-kinder child and with a school child.
This workshop focusses on working through how to keep centred in one’s commitment to respectful care and make the right time for connection is central to […]

[ September 14, 2023; ]
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken Movie
Sometimes the hero you are meant to be lies just beneath the surface.
DreamWorks Animation dives into the turbulent waters of high school with a hilarious, heartfelt action comedy about a shy teenager who discovers that she’s part of a legendary royal lineage of mythical sea krakens and that her destiny, in […]

Hedgerow Reserve Playground in Gulfview Heights.
Review by Claire Davill
The City of Salisbury has upgraded the reserve at the end of Hedgerow Drive and the playground has some excellent equipment for all ages, with fantastic options for toddlers and climbing options for bigger kids.

Perched on a hillside at the end of the street, and surrounded by […]

[ June 11, 2023; ]
Kalayaan Fil Fest 2023
Kalayaan Fil Fest is a family friendly community event celebrating Philippine culture.
This event commemorates and celebrates the 125th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of the Philippine Republic with the help of its community. The goal of the event is to promote a sense of pride in Filipino heritage and celebrate collective […]

Middleton Green Playground in Salisbury.
Review by Claire Davill
Tucked down a side street off Salisbury Highway is a quiet park packed with playground equipment, suitable for fans of climbing as well as toddlers who like a challenge.

The toddler equipment is particularly impressive in this playground. It’s low to the ground and full of fun distractions but […]

[ May 27, 2023 to August 27, 2023. ] [caption id="attachment_183358" align="alignnone" width="630"] Ida Sophia with Witness in Ramsay Art Prize 2023, Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide; photo: Saul Steed[/caption]
Ramsay Art Prize Exhibition 2023
See the works of all 27 finalists at the Art Gallery of South Australia in a free exhibition open until 27 August 2023.
Congratulations to Ida Sophia, winner of the $100,000 […]

Star Parties 
Star Parties take the stress out of your child’s party! Their state of the art performing arts studio transforms into a gorgeous party venue on Sundays, providing a unique and exciting party space for children and a relaxed environment for parents. Their packages reflect your little one’s favourite party theme setups, with an opportunity […]

Urth Clay Studio | School Holiday Classes | Review
By Claire Davill
Urth Clay Studio’s school holiday program gives kids and teens the opportunity to get creative and get messy with fun and inspiring pottery classes.
The school holiday program gives kids the chance to try their hand at two pottery methods – hand building and the pottery […]

Polonia Reserve Upgrade Plans in Croydon Park
A new playground in Croydon Park will feature a HUGE soccer ball playground sculpture.
Following its partial closure for the South Road upgrade, Polonia Reserve has re-opened and a portion of this land is being redeveloped into open space for community use.  The Polonia Reserve upgrade will include an open kick […]

Majors Road Pump Track at O’Halloran Hill.
The Majors Road Pump Track is located alongside the Sam Willoughby International BMX (SWBMX) facility in O’Halloran Hill.  The track opened in May 2023 and has been built to cater for community use as the BMX facility is for club members only.

The pump track is an endless loop with […]

Salisbury Community FREE Inflatable Fun Day at Ingle Farm Recreation Centre
It’s time to forget gravity at this Salisbury Community Fun Day event. The Ingle Farm Recreation Centre is hosting the fun day on Sunday 4 June from 11am to 3pm. It’s FREE to attend and the theme is inflatables, so if bouncing around sounds like […]

[ October 1, 2023; ]
Port Broughton Annual Rubber Duck Race 2023
The Port Broughton Annual Rubber Duck Race is on again at the Port Broughton foreshore.
Join the fun and race a yellow plastic duck and raise funds for the Port Broughton Sailing & Boat Club Inc. Simply enter a duck and collect it after the race. There are prizes for […]

[ September 8, 2023 to September 10, 2023. ]
Auburn Frenchfest
The second weekend of September brings the return of French Culture to Auburn in the Clare Valley. This event promises to be bigger and more French than the last festival in 2021. 
A wonderful fusion of French charm nestled in the heart of the Clare Valley in the enchanting village of Auburn,  prepare to embark […]

Donate your old winter jackets and jumpers to those in need.
Anaconda is partnering with leading Australian snow brand, XTM Performance, for the 8th consecutive Heat the Homeless appeal this winter.
With an estimated 116,000 people across Australia classified as homeless, the Heat the Homeless appeal urges community members to donate their quality, pre-loved jackets to warm […]

[ June 17, 2023; ]
Flamenco & Dinner Night
The Spanish Club of South Australia is proud to present a night of the purest Spanish Flamenco with Alma Flamenca.
The show features a night full of passionate music, invigorating dancing and tantalizing Spanish cuisine. Enjoy a true evening of Spanish culture as if you were in Spain. The event features a live […]

[ June 15, 2023 to June 18, 2023. ]
Murray River Glows: A Celebration of Strength and Unity is a community-oriented event that is a combination of the deferred New Year’s Eve celebration, a proposed lighting event and a community recovery event.
The event will be held at Wharf Hill Reserve in Murray Bridge from 15 – 18 June 2023. The Rural City of Murray Bridge […]

[ July 1, 2023; ]
Vegan Palooza Adelaide
If you’re vegan or v-curious this is a festival for you.
Demolishing the outdated myth that Vegan food is boring or limiting, some of the most talented food creators in South Australia will use the thousands of edible plants to guarantee there is something for everyone.

Vegan Palooza  will be showcasing around 30 wonderful food […]

Erth’s Prehistoric World – DreamBIG Children’s Festival
As part of DreamBIG Children’s Festival for one weekend only, see the prehistoric creatures of your imagination come to life on stage with this enchanting show from world-renowned Erth Visual and Physical.
Review by Claire Davill
The Erth crew create an amazing, immersive world on stage with expert puppetry and use […]

[ June 12, 2023; ]
City Kids Masterchef 
Adelaide City Salvos are hosting a Masterchef competition for kids aged between 8 and 12 years on Monday 12 June 2023 (long weekend).

It will be a day of fun, cooking, friendship, games, races and a Christian message will be presented.

Tickets are free, but registration is required.

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE A SPOT

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[ July 8, 2023 to July 28, 2023. ]
Make|Shift – Illuminate Adelaide
The Mill presents Make|Shift, an immersive and experimental exhibition of projection art by six South Australian multidisciplinary artists.
Free for all to attend, enjoy opening weekend at The Mill on 8 and 9 July 2023 and experience works created by multidisciplinary artists James Alberts, Ray Harris, Sarah Neville, Liam Somerville, Inneke Taal, and […]

[ July 7, 2023 to July 23, 2023. ] [caption id="attachment_183205" align="alignnone" width="630"] Image: Tarndanyangga Dreaming, by Jaydenlee Tong[/caption]
Augmented Revolution
First Nations peoples have a long history of innovation and adaptation, and have been using technology in various forms for millennia.
In its inaugural series, this special Illuminate Adelaide experience curated by Dearna Newchurch sees contemporary First Nations artists leveraging the emerging technology of AR as […]

[ June 11, 2023 to June 12, 2023. ]
SA Dance Festival 2023
The South Australian Dance Festival two day convention has been specifically designed to bring the community together in a fun, non-competitive environment whereby students can showcase their skills, talent and passion with dancers from all over the state.
SA Dance Festival brings the nation’s top choreographers and mentors to South Australia. Over the […]