Play & Go Adelaide

RELOCATED: Dettol T20 Australia v Sri Lanka at Adelaide Oval 
Adelaide Oval will no longer host the fourth Men’s T20I between Australia and Sri Lanka on Friday 18 February 2022.
Unfortunately Adelaide’s match has been relocated and the five match series from 11-20 February 2022 will now be played at the SCG, Manuka Oval and MCG.
The Australia […]

[ January 20, 2022; January 22, 2022; January 23, 2022; ]
Commonwealth Bank Women’s Ashes Series Australia v England will see three T20 games at Adelaide Oval in January 2022. 
The Commonwealth Bank Women’s Ashes Series will be played in Canberra, Adelaide and Melbourne.
The configuration of the multi-format women’s Ashes has been altered with Adelaide Oval now to host three T20 games in January. There will also […]

Little Strikers Program
Is your daughter keen to experience all-girls junior cricket this summer?  The Little Strikers Program is specifically designed for female players who are 8 – 10 years old.
The Little Strikers Program is a four-week program giving participants a sample of the skills needed to progress into the Strikers Girls Cricket League.  There are four […]

Hamilton Reserve, Vale Park – Playground with a Secret Message
The upgrade of Hamilton Reserve in Vale Park is now open with a fabulous family friendly playspace. Where there used to just be a (dead) grassy area with big trees right next to the Linear Park Trail, there is now grass you can actually play on […]

The new Flagship FruChocs Shop in Tanunda, Barossa Valley, is the ultimate pit stop for serious chocoholics!
by Brooke Hendry
Our beautiful Barossa Valley – renowned around the world for its outstanding wine, now has its perfect pairing that all chocoholics are going to love.
The iconic South Australian Menz FruChocs have opened a new flagship store in […]

2022 Tooth Fairy Kit from the Royal Australian Mint
Losing a baby tooth is a special occasion for a child, and for many families the Tooth Fairy marks the occasion with a gift.
As the official supplier of coins to the Tooth Fairy in Australia, the Mint is proud to offer this adorable keepsake to celebrate this […]

[ January 21, 2022; January 22, 2022; ]
Civic Park Movies 2022
Civic Park Movies is a free outdoor cinema experience at Civic Park, Modbury and a great way to spend a night with family and friends.
This season they are hosting a movies weekend in January, so you can enjoy a movie on the Friday and/or Saturday night. There will be delicious food vendors […]

[ January 26, 2022 to January 29, 2022. ]  
Santos Festival of Cycling – Family Friendly Events 
The City of Adelaide Festival Village will relocate from Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi to Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga for one action-packed day and evening on Wednesday 26 January.
The City of Adelaide Festival Village at Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga will be an attractive feature as part of the 2022 program, with great cycling action – […]

[ March 19, 2022; ]
By the C with Jimmy Barnes
Since its inception, By The C has continued to deliver legends of the music world to some of the most scenic locations around Australia.
This beachside festival event is set to be a great day out with live music and a vibrant setting. An open air, outdoor event, it’s the perfect […]

[ January 28, 2022; ]
Santos Festival of Cycling & WOMAD Free Mini Music Festival Event
The Santos Festival of Cycling and WOMDelaide are collaborating to present a free music event at the City of Adelaide Festival Village during the Santos Festival of Cycling in January 2022.
Held on Friday 28 January 2022 starting at 6:30pm, the 150-minute free event will feature […]

20 Ways for Families to Connect with Nature at Home
Nature Play SA and Green Adelaide have put together a wonderful list of ways families can connect with nature at home.
From collecting flowers and twigs in the backyard to bird watching and planting a garden, there are lots of ideas below to keep little ones in […]

EMS Community Snorkelling Tour for Families at Hallett Cove – Review
If taking up snorkelling is on your bucket list, then it’s time to dip your flipper in with a local guided tour. We did, and can’t wait to hit the beach again. 
by Carla Caruso
I’ve never properly snorkelled before, but now I’m a convert.
This week, I […]

[ March 12, 2022; ] [caption id="attachment_160141" align="alignnone" width="630"] Patricia Piccinini, Skywhalepapa, 2020 and Skywhale, 2013. National Gallery of Australia, Canberra © Patricia Piccinini.[/caption]
Skywhales: Every Heart Sings
After brief migrations to Tasmania, Japan and Ireland, Patricia Piccinini’s monumental Skywhale has a new companion, Skywhalepapa.
Skywhale first appeared in the skies above Canberra in 2013, widening the eyes of the population, leaving many […]

Nannigai and Capella Reserves Precinct- New Skate Park, Playground & Bigger Car Park.
Construction work commenced in April 2021 on the new look skate park and bigger car park at Capella Reserve, Hallett Cove. 
Capella Drive Reserve -Play & Go Review
Marion City Council will transform Nannigai and Capella Reserves over stages from 2020 – 2022 following endorsement on […]

[ March 9, 2022 to March 14, 2022. ]
Cupid’s Koi Garden
The world’s first inflatable fountain is brought to you by ENESS, the creators of Airship Orchestra, a hit of Illuminate Adelaide.
You’re cruising past familiar hardware shops and fast-food outlets when suddenly, wha…? A gigantic cupid surrounded by 10 oversized goldfish in mock terrazzo ponds? Have the good burghers of Mount Barker District Council […]

New Menz FruChocs Shop in Tanunda
Menz Confectionary has unveiled its new FruChocs Shop full of delicious chocolates, located at 59 Murray Street in Tanunda. This is great news for locals and travellers to the iconic Barossa wine region. 

The new store boasts a Great Wall of FruChocs, chocolate dripping walls, on-site handmade chocolate production, neon rainbows, […]

Par 3 Golf in North Adelaide
Located on the banks of the River Torrens, Par 3 is the perfect course for a quick, easy game of golf and a fun outdoor family activity – no experience required!
You’ll find North Adelaide’s 18-hole Par 3 Golf Course alongside the Torrens Weir just off War Memorial Drive.  The entrance […]

[ January 8, 2022 to January 22, 2022. ]
Pop Up Wheel Park in Felixstow
A dedicated wheel park is popping up in Felixstow during the January school holidays.
Take along your favourite set of wheels, be it a bike, scooter or skates, and enjoy a fun and free day out thanks to the Norwood, Payneham & St Peters council.

Located at 69 Briar Rd, Felixstow, don’t […]

New Pathway – Bluestone Mount Barker
A beautiful part of Mount Barker received a new shared path in December 2021 thanks to Mount Barker District Council and Bluestone Mt Barker.
As part of a 6km network through Bluestone, a new 1.5km section of trail is now open, connecting to a 3km trail that goes directly to the town […]

Adelaide Park Lands Trail
The Adelaide Park Lands Trail is a 19.5km loop around the city that families can explore by foot or on bikes.  
The City of Adelaide is surrounded by beautiful park lands and there is a family friendly trail 19.5km long that loops right around the city. You can choose to explore all […]

[ December 10, 2021; January 14, 2022; February 11, 2022; ]
Friday Nights at the Pool
Join the fun this summer at the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre on the second Friday of December, January and February.
The ‘Friday Night at the Pool’ event is designed for young people to enjoy food, fun, entertainment and of course, swimming.  The Swimming Centre will be alive with entertainment including music, games […]

Clifford the Big Red Dog | Exclusive to Cinemas from 30 December 2021
When middle-schooler Emily Elizabeth (Darby Camp) meets a magical animal rescuer (John Cleese) who gifts her a little, red puppy, she never anticipated waking up to find a giant ten-foot hound in her small New York City apartment.
While her single mom (Sienna Guillory) […]

Adelaide Central Market Christmas Recipes 
The Adelaide Central Market has released another collection of recipes just in time for Christmas. 
The three recipes include Christmas spiced granola, Roasted sweet potato and cauliflower salad and Thai style barbecued salmon. These recipes offer some great healthy options compared to traditional Christmas cooking, particularly if you’re looking for something new […]

Guess How Much I Love You – Live on Stage | Review | Adelaide Festival Centre
Venture through the seasons with Little Nutbrown Hare
by Sharon Harrington 
Lovers of the classic children’s tale, Guess How Much I Love You, will be delighted to discover it has been transformed into a new theatre production complete with loveable life sized […]

WIN Tickets to The Addams Family 2 | In Cinemas 6 January 2022
Everyone’s favorite spooky family is back in the animated comedy sequel, The Addams Family 2.
In this all new movie we find Morticia and Gomez distraught that their children are growing up, skipping family dinners, and totally consumed with “scream time.” To reclaim their […]

[ December 31, 2021; ]
New Year’s Eve at Wallis Cinema’s Mainline Drive-In
Be the first to see Ghostbusters Afterlife (PG) and the last to see in the New Year at Adelaide’s only remaining outdoor drive-in cinema.
The Wallis family, after 65 years of operating, has made the difficult decision to close the Gepps Cross Mainline Drive-In after the upcoming Summer season. […]

[ December 28, 2021; ]  
Sunflower Market Day at Shimmering Pines Farm
Go and take a walk through the stunning Sunflower Field at Shimmering Pines Farm in Tarlee, located at the gateway to the Clare Valley Tourism Region. Take a sunflower selfie, browse through the market stalls and enjoy the food and music.

There will be two sessions held on Tuesday 28 […]

WIN a Family Camping Activity Pass 
Following the tremendous sell-out success of TWENTY-TENTY, this new year’s eve, Woodhouse invites you and your family to join in on yet another truly memorable celebration.
Say ‘ta-ta 2021’ at TWENTY-TENTY-ONE: NYE Camping Party! Featuring family camping, twilight tubing, outdoor cinema and nature’s fireworks (shooting stars), with tickets from just 22 […]

[ December 20, 2021 to December 24, 2021. ]
Christmas Shopping Hours at Adelaide Central Market
From Adelaide Hills cherries, Riverland stone fruit and handmade fruit mince tarts, chocolates, and puddings, to fresh local Rock Lobster and house smoked hams – Christmas has arrived at the Adelaide Central Market. 
Christmas at the Market is always a celebrated occasion for customers, with an abundance of the best […]

Don’t Duck Out. Make It SAFE Water Safety Education Campaign
Making a splash with portable pool safety
South Australians are being reminded about the dangers of portable pools.
Young children can drown in only 3cm of water, and silently within just 20 seconds.
Parents and carers need to follow this important advice to help keep children safe over the […]