Play & Go Adelaide

Now known as ‘Sports Vouchers Plus’, the program provides an opportunity for school-aged children in South Australia from Reception to Year 9 to receive a discount on sports or dance membership/registration fees and learn to swim programs.  In 2025 it will also include music lessons.
In June 2024, Peter Malinauskas announced the school sports vouchers program […]

There are some playgrounds that will remain a hive of community activity long after the ‘newness’ has worn off and The Square at West Beach Parks is bound to be one of them.
Review by Lisa Bachmayer
This once vacant land underwent a $2.9 million facelift, courtesy of West Beach Parks and the State Government’s Planning and […]

Everyone’s favourite marmalade-loving bear is back in Paddington In Peru – with all the charm, chaos and comedic calamity we’ve come to expect – but with a refreshing dose of swash-buckling adventure, a guitar-slinging nun and a glamorous new backdrop.
Review by Lisa Bachmayer
Paddington in Peru is the third instalment of the film series, based on […]

[ February 2, 2025; ]
The 20th annual Brighton Jetty Classic, presented by Channel Seven Adelaide, is SA’s Largest Open Water Swim.  Plus, don’t miss the Marilyn Jetty Swimmers and the Brighton Jetty Classic Street Festival.
The Channel 7 Brighton Jetty Classic is an open water swim with distances of 1500m and 400m.  There is also a SwimKids Series with distances […]

[ January 5, 2025; February 2, 2025; March 2, 2025; April 6, 2025; May 4, 2025; June 1, 2025; July 6, 2025; August 3, 2025; September 7, 2025; October 5, 2025; November 2, 2025 to November 3, 2025. December 7, 2025; ]
Free START Program for Children at the Art Gallery of South Australia 
An exciting introduction to art for children and their families, enjoy art-making, music, performances and tours on the first Sunday of every month with Start at the Gallery.
START is a FREE family-fun day and includes art activities, tours, live performances and entertainment at the Art Gallery […]

Start your family’s gratitude jar on January 1st and at the end of 2025 you can look back on everyone’s special moments and favourite memories.
Gratitude jars are a great mindfulness activity for kids as it encourages them to practice gratitude on a regular basis.  A simple way to record memorable moments from your child’s point […]

[ January 25, 2025; ]
Adelaide Kite Flying Festival 2025 – Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi
A kite festival in Adelaide will be staged during the summer school holidays at Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi on the Australia Day long weekend.  Previously held at St Kilda Adventure Playground and Point Malcolm Reserve, go along to fly kites and witness countless kites of all shapes and sizes colour […]

How to maximise your family holiday time off in 2025 in South Australia.
By planning ahead you can maximise your time off work in 2025 and turn 26 days of annual leave into 59 days of holiday time here in South Australia.
It always pays to plan ahead when it comes to booking a family holiday for […]

School Holiday Dates for South Australia
Adelaide School Holiday Dates for 2025 & 2026, School Term Dates and Public Holidays in South Australia.
To help you plan ahead when making travel plans and booking accommodation for your next family trip, here’s where you’ll find the current year’s school term dates, school holiday dates and South Australia’s public […]

[ January 17, 2025 to January 27, 2025. ]
The McLaren Vale Wine Region will once again celebrate the very best of Summer in the Vale during January.
The inaugural SummerVines Festival was held in 2023 and will return to McLaren Vale wine region from 17–27 January 2025.

Get ready for 11 days of wine, food, and entertainment, all set against the stunning backdrop of McLaren […]

Family-friendly Strawberry Farms to visit in South Australia.
Find out where you can pick your own strawberries around Adelaide, or buy them direct from the farm. 
Strawberry season in South Australia usually starts around late October/early November and runs until April or May depending on the season, but it will vary from farm to farm.  An activity […]

[ December 27, 2024 to December 31, 2024. January 2, 2025 to January 4, 2025. ]
The annual Sailing Club returns to the Fleurieu Peninsula, docking at the Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club.
The Sailing Club, established by one of Adelaide’s leading hospitality entrepreneurs, Sam Worrall-Thompson, is set to return to the hustle and bustle of thousands of holiday makers along the Fleurieu Peninsula from 27 December 2024 – January 4 2025.  The […]

TreeClimb Salisbury is the first attraction of its kind in northern Adelaide and has four of the longest ziplines in South Australia.
Think high ropes obstacles, set in a picturesque location, providing a unique environment that safely challenges, educates and excites thrill-seekers, nature enthusiasts, and curious adventurers.
Review by Carla Caruso
It’s hard to believe that you’re not […]

[ January 14, 2025 to January 18, 2025. ]
Experience the Magic of Dance at Open Week 2025! 
From 14 to 18 January 2025, ACPA is hosting an exciting Open Week—welcoming both current and new dance families! This special event is your chance to:

Meet their talented team
Explore their vibrant studios
Join engaging dance classes
Plan your 2025 schedule 

Styles include: Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, […]

[ February 8, 2025; ]
Music in the Park – Summer Festival 2025
Enjoy a twilight session packed with live music, mouthwatering food, awesome drinks, and tons of free fun – including giant inflatable slides!
Take a picnic, grab a bite from the Angels Baseball Club BBQ or enjoy delicious eats from Fork on the Road’s food trucks.

This event will have a […]

If a seaside fun fair sounds like your – or your kid’s – cup of tea, be sure to put the Semaphore Summer Carnival on your ‘to do’ list during the summer school holidays.
Review by Lisa Bachmayer
Located on the Semaphore Foreshore next to the jetty, you’ll find a range of rides and sideshows to suit […]

Get ready for non stop action this January at Adelaide Oval with the Adelaide Strikers!
Be part of something BIG this season! Experience the energy, fun and excitement of Adelaide Strikers Men’s BBL match days at the iconic Adelaide Oval. There will be plenty of enjoyment for the whole family including fireworks, giveaways, kid’s zones and […]

[ January 26, 2025; ]
Aus Lights on the River is back again for 2025, with a free program of events that reminds us we are all part of the story.
The Aus Lights event will showcase Our SA Story through immersive, visually engaging light, vision, and sound installations supported with complimentary children’s activations.

Under the theme of Respect, Reflect, Celebrate, […]

Chihuly in the Botanic Garden is ready and waiting to brighten up your school holidays with fun activities for your little critters to enjoy!
First up: Moore Critters, an activity that encourages children and teens to get arty and use their imagination, creating a creature that has adapted to live in a colourful world inspired by […]

[ January 16, 2025; ]
Dragonkeeper is a new animated kids film, coming to cinemas these summer school holidays.
In ancient China, dragons are on the brink of extinction. When a precious and rare dragon egg falls in the hands of enslaved girl Ping, she embarks on a dangerous journey to save the species and eventually fulfil her destiny.

Based on the […]

[ January 2, 2025 to January 5, 2025. ]
Be enchanted by The Sleeping Beauty, an interactive Storytime Ballet experience for children aged three years and older.
Telling the story of a princess who must sleep for 100 years until woken by true love’s kiss, The Sleeping Beauty dazzles with glittering tutus and most-loved characters, set to Tchaikovsky’s hum-along score.

Running for under an hour, this […]

VR Zone Play is your fully immersive, family friendly VR Arcade in Adelaide.
Play all your favourite games at VR Zone Play these school holidays in air-conditioned comfort! Experiences include VR Racing, Escape Rooms, Online Multiplayers, Co-op and Solo games.  They have a whole range of VR experiences for up to 8 players.
At VR Zone Play, […]

[ January 16, 2025 to January 17, 2025. January 23, 2025 to January 24, 2025. ]
Free School Holiday Fun at Port Adelaide Plaza
Get up close and personal with some furry and scaly friends! Join the team from Animals Anonymous and get up close and personal with Australian native animals during the school holidays!
PLUS, get creative in their animals craft workshop.
Details:

Thursday 16 January 2025
Friday 17 January 2025
Thursday 23 […]

Exciting news: A Bluey Movie is Coming!
BBC Studios and The Walt Disney Company have announced the first-ever animated feature film for Bluey.
Written and directed by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, the film is a Ludo Studio production in collaboration with BBC Studios.
The film will star vocal talent from the series, including Melanie Zanetti and David McCormack, […]

If you are looking for some fun, festive and FREE activities that the whole family can enjoy, take a look around Adelaide Arcade.
Everyone looks forward to when the Adelaide Arcade Christmas decorations go up, and each year they don’t disappoint.  The giant twinkling Christmas trees and hanging garlands adorned in traditional red, green and gold […]

[ December 21, 2024; ]
The ABA Christmas Community Fundraiser will take place with all event proceeds to be donated to disadvantaged SA kids through KickStart for Kids.
The afternoon will feature a toy raffle for boys and girls, a special appearance from Santa where families can get their professional photos taken, Farmer Darcy’s petting zoo, a bouncy castle, face painting, […]

We have discovered a sweet new collaboration in the South! Kibbi’s and Urban Desserts are teaming up on Friday nights, combining their expertise in flavour sensations and food creativity to bring you the ultimate in dessert bars.
Review by Jo Parkinson

Kibbi’s
Situated on Beach Road at Christies Beach, Kibbi’s trades as a café during the day but […]

[ July 12, 2025; ]
See The British & Irish Lions live in Adelaide for the first time ever, as the best of England, Ireland, Wales, and Scotland take on a united Australia & New Zealand rugby team for the first time in 36 years.
Witness rugby history unfold as the British & Irish Lions face a unique challenge against a […]

What’s In A Number – FREE Interactive Exhibition School Holiday Fun at the Unley Museum.
Discover the magical world of numbers at the Unley Museum’s Whats In A Number exhibition! Journey through time and explore how numbers have shaped our world, from ancient civilizations to modern technology. Dive into interactive displays that make learning about the […]

[ December 18, 2024; December 20, 2024; January 8, 2025 to January 10, 2025. January 15, 2025 to January 17, 2025. January 23, 2025 to January 24, 2025. ]
Let your kids immerse themselves in a world of chocolatey fun at Barossa Valley Chocolate Company’s JR Chocolatier Workshops! Fully hosted and supervised in a private workshop room, these 60-minute chocolate making workshops are the ultimate creative adventure.
What’s Included in the chocolate making workshops:

Customise and design with chocolate and treats.
Enjoy fun group games […]