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The Big Wedgie Inflatable Water Park will be back at West Beach Parks in Adelaide this Summer with all your favourite inflatable water slides offering family fun for everyone!
Get ready Adelaide!  The Big Wedgie Inflatable Water Park will be back at West Beach Parks from 30 November 2024 until 30 March 2025* – open all […]

PAWGUST is a FREE fitness and fundraising challenge that helps you (and your dog) improve your physical and mental health by keeping active throughout August.
Grab your winter woolies and join Guide Dog’s biggest online challenge. Walk or run every day this August (no rest days) to supPAWt Guide Dogs and those living with low or […]

[ December 21, 2024; ]
This Christmas experience ‘The Holiday’ Film with a Live Orchestra at Adelaide Festival Theatre.
If you loved Love Actually in Concert then don’t miss beloved Christmas romcom, The Holiday (2006) presented live in concert this festive season, played live-to-film by Southern Cross Symphony.

Following a series of sold-out performances in London, ‘The Holiday in Concert’ is all […]

The popular Bluey gnomes are heading back to Bunnings stores this August!
After selling-out in record time earlier this year, the Hammerbarn “husbands” are heading back to Bunnings warehouses across Australia and New Zealand.
Some stores will also be offering free Bluey-themed kids D.I.Y. workshops to celebrate more gnomes coming back into store. Please check your […]

Find a family friendly place to eat where kids can get a FREE meal around Adelaide.
If you’re looking for somewhere to go for a meal where the kids can eat for FREE, we’ve got the list for you. You’ll find plenty of fantastic pubs and cafes in Adelaide that offer special lunch and/or dinner deals including […]

[ October 24, 2024 to November 10, 2024. ]
OzAsia Festival returns from 24 October to 10 November 2024 with a jam-packed program of events for the whole family including the Moon Lantern Trail and Lucky Dumpling Market.
Presented by Adelaide Festival Centre, the Adelaide Riverbank Precinct will come to life with incredible music, dance and theatre, astounding visual art and delicious cuisine. 
OzAsia Festival is […]

[ August 31, 2024 to September 8, 2024. ]
The Royal Adelaide Show is back in 2024 with all your favourite showbags, show rides, carnival food and loads of family entertainment. Tickets are on sale now!
Experience the magic of South Australia’s most loved event, the Royal Adelaide Show!  Each year this is where the city meets the country, creating unforgettable experiences and lifelong family […]

Praise be! Adelaide, Australia’s city of churches, has been anointed as the next city to be blessed with the Sister Act musical.
Direct from Heaven via London’s West End, Sister Act will star Casey Donovan, Genevieve Lemon and Rhonda Burchmore and will debut in Adelaide from March 2025. Sister Act is based on the iconic […]

West Beach Parks unveils new $2.9 million community square and play space.
Work is about to commence on The Square, a new community space that will provide facilities for community recreation and play and will include a kiosk, playground, shelter, and other amenities.
Designed by Studio Nine Architects, The Square at West Beach Parks is being developed […]

[ August 31, 2024; September 14, 2024; September 15, 2024; September 22, 2024; September 29, 2024; October 4, 2024; October 9, 2024; October 10, 2024; October 18, 2024; October 25, 2024; ]
The AFL has announced the fixture for the 2024 NAB AFLW Season.
For the first time teams will play an 11-game NAB AFLW home and away season with an additional game on either a Tuesday or Wednesday as ‘Mid-Week Footy’ is introduced during a four-week block across weeks four to seven in the draw.
The NAB AFLW […]

[ September 22, 2024; October 27, 2024; November 24, 2024; December 15, 2024; January 26, 2025; February 23, 2025; March 23, 2025; April 27, 2025; ]
Stirling Laneways is more than a market. It is a celebration of local village life and the spectacular seasons in the Adelaide Hills.  
The Stirling Laneways events bring something colourful, cozy and a little bit crazy to market Sundays in Stirling from September to April each year. Follow your feet through the lanes and side-streets to […]

[ September 15, 2024; ]
An iconic event in South Australia, each year thousands of participants run, walk, dance or wheelchair their way from the City to the Bay. 
At each fun run there are always the serious athletes, but overwhelmingly the majority of people are there for the fun. There will be people dressed up supporting charities or advertising local […]

[ May 24, 2025; ]
Freestyle Kings Live performing indoors at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre for two shows only in May 2025.
The Freestyle Kings capital city tour is heading back to Adelaide in 2025. This is an action packed show featuring world class freestyle Moto-X and BMX riders in a two hour spectacular suitable for the whole family.

The Freestyle Kings […]

Woolworths and BIG W are teaming up with The Walt Disney Company Australia for the launch of ‘Disney Worlds of Wonder Collector Cards’, a new free collectible featuring favourites from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars.
From 14 August 2024 customers will be able to collect a free Disney Worlds of Wonder card pack, containing three […]

You don’t need a licence to enjoy all the fun and excitement of go-karting at Tailem Bend’s Motorsport Park. Kids from age eight can experience the thrill, thanks to their new family, tandem karts. 
Review by Carla Caruso
If you’ve ever wanted to experience what it’s like to be a race car driver, then The Bend Kartdrome […]

[ August 3, 2024; ]
Join the local community this weekend as they celebrate the official opening of the Cove Sports and Community Centre.
The Premier of South Australia, Hon. Peter Malinauskas, and Mayor Kris Hanna will come together to officially open the newly upgraded facilities on Saturday 3 August 2024.  Go along for a free breakfast and coffee – plus, […]

The streets of North Adelaide feature works from the David Roche Collection in a self-guided trail from July until September 2024, creating an outdoor art gallery to explore.
Review by Claire Davill
The Fermoy on Foot Art Trail features fourteen reproductions of art pieces on the walls of buildings throughout North Adelaide’s streets, including Melbourne Street, Brougham […]

Lunar Landing Cafe in Brompton has out of this world desserts that kids (and adults!) will love.
Located in the back streets of Brompton, Lunar Landing is a popular new cafe and with good reason – their cakes and desserts look amazing and taste amazing too. There’s plenty to choose from, and you’ll want to order […]

A major upgrade of the Knightsbridge Reserve playground in Leabrook retains its toddler-friendly nature, with added equipment suitable for older kids too.
Review by Claire Davill
Set in the quiet residential streets of Leabrook, Knightsbridge Reserve is shady and tranquil and a charming, low-key destination, especially for little people. The Reserve has a variety of play equipment […]

[ August 3, 2024; August 5, 2024; ]
Adelaide Thunderbirds 2024 Netball Season – be there as your Adelaide Thunderbirds take to the court in the world’s best national netball competition – Suncorp Super Netball.
After winning their first national league trophy since 2013 in 2023, the Thunderbirds return to take on the 2024 Suncorp Super Netball season. They’re set for a blockbuster Round […]

[ August 17, 2024 to August 23, 2024. ]
CBCA Children’s Book Week Theme for 2024 and Costume Ideas for Kids.
The theme for Children’s Book Week this year is “Reading is Magic” and the featured artist is Jess Racklyeft.
Each year since 1945 the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has brought children and books together across Australia through CBCA Book Week.

During this time schools […]

[ August 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024. ]
Monarto Safari Park will be showcasing some incredible wildlife art and photography as part of the 2024 South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival.
See artworks from wildlife conservation artist Deb Farrimond, amateur wildlife photographer Steve Farrimond and scratchboard artist Patrick Hedges.

Monarto Safari Pari is a conservation charity and saving species from extinction is at the […]

[ August 10, 2024; ]
Barossa Winterfest is a winter food and market event located at beautiful Coulthard House in the Barossa Valley.
Enjoy the return of the Barossa Winterfest in 2024 (rescheduled from 20 July to 10 August) at Coulthard Community Garden next to Coulthard House.  See all your favourite traders, plus wineries, food trucks, crafts and loads more.

Sit back […]

[ July 28, 2024; ]
SA Ambulance Service is excited to host a community open day at their brand new Norwood Ambulance Station.
The new ambulance station on the corner of Portrush and Magill Roads, Maylands will be officially opened on Sunday 28 July 2024 with a family friendly community open day.

There will be a host of ambulance fleet to inspect, […]

[ July 10, 2024 to July 18, 2024. ]
People of all ages, including kids, can celebrate National Science Week in South Australia with a fascinating range of interactive events, exhibitions, competitions.
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Running each year in August, it features more than 1000 events around Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, […]

[ August 4, 2024; ]
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day (Children’s Day) is a national day dedicated to celebrating their children. Children’s Day is celebrated across the country each year on 4 August.
Children’s Day is a time Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities and all Australians, celebrate the strengths and culture of our children. It […]

[ November 8, 2024 to November 10, 2024. ]
The Shannons Adelaide Rally brings the community together for fun, free community events in the CBD, Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula. Plus there are dedicated spectator zones across Adelaide and the Adelaide Hills.
The Gouger Street Party brings the party to the CBD, with the Bridgewater and Strathalbyn lunch stops on the Saturday and Sunday. The […]

[ October 20, 2024; ]
The ultimate Colour Fun Run/Walk will be returning to Bonython Park in October 2024. 
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual stroller, there are several distances accessible for different abilities: 1.65km, 3.3km, or 5km. And if you’re feeling indecisive, the 1.65km track allows you to choose your own adventure – conquer just one lap or […]

[ November 24, 2024; ]
The beloved City of Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant will dazzle the streets of Christies Beach on Sunday 24 November.
Set yourself up along Beach Road, before 10am to watch the procession of marching bands, dance groups, sporting clubs, community groups and businesses before Santa makes his appearance. Santa will be waving to the crowd as he travels […]

In this charming and heartwarming Aussie-mation, The Sloth Lane, Laura and her kooky sloth family move to the big city with their prized family recipe book and a rusted old food truck – but will they adapt to life in the fast lane?
The Sloth Lane, from Brisbane-based production company, Like A Photon Creative, opens in […]