Adelaide School Holiday Guide | Top Things to do with Kids During the Holidays

November 1, 2024

Summer School Holiday Guide South Australia

Find the best activities, events and experiences for kids and families during the Spring school holidays in our Adelaide School Holiday Guide. Go on an exciting family adventure, get creative at a school holiday program or try a new sport. This is your handy guide to keeping the kids busy and having some family fun during the school holidays.

South Australian Summer School Holidays: Saturday 14 December 2024 – Monday 27 January 2025

Check out our Ultimate Adelaide School Holiday Guide below, featuring some of the most popular, and some not-so-well-known activities on offer. Find workshops, programs, fun things to do, shows to see, and places to visit around Adelaide.

Most programs are open to school-age children 5 years and older but there are some cater for younger kids too. Remember to book in early if your child is interested in participating as sessions can fill quickly.

When making a booking be sure to tell them you heard about them through Play & Go!

We’re constantly adding lots of kids’ activities, programs and events to our guide, so keep checking back for more fun school holiday ideas!

ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS FOR KIDS

There are some fabulous Spring school holiday programs and workshops on offer throughout October for kids in Adelaide. They can develop their skills or learn new things, and have fun at the same time. These are great for kids to do with family friends or friends from school, or go along and meet some new ones.

Kids Holiday Pottery Sessions | Urth Clay Studio | Summer School Holidays

Kids & Teens Pottery Classes at Urth Clay Studio - Burnside & Goodwood Big Brain Tiny Hands is Urth Clay Studio's favourite kids holiday activity. Their one-off pottery classes prioritise experimentation and muddy fun over seeking perfection. Unlike traditional approaches, they encourage kids to freely explore shapes and textures, fostering ...

Learn to Swim at Waterworld Aquatic Centre | Ridgehaven | Term 4 2024 & Term 1 2025

Learn to Swim at Waterworld Aquatic Centre Knowing how to stay safe around water is an important skill for all children to have, so enrol them in Waterworld’s Learn to Swim program! The program is open to children of all ages and skill levels, and is designed to build confident ...

ADELAIDE SCHOOL HOLIDAY – FAMILY FUN

For loads of ideas for school holiday family fun around Adelaide, check out all these fabulous options below. There’s something for everyone – active adventures; climbing fun; museums to explore; animals to see; yummy treats, and more!

Waterworld Aquatic Centre | Season Opening 30 Sep 2024

Slide into fun at Waterworld! Looking for a fun-filled adventure these school holidays? Waterworld Aquatic Centre has you covered! Dive into heated pools, take on the inflatable AquaRun, and let the kids run wild in the interactive splash pad. With the waterslides open every day, why not go all out ...

Giant Ferris Wheel | Glenelg | Open Daily

Ride the Mix 102.3 Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg. The Giant Ferris Wheel in Glenelg opens daily, providing spectacular views over the SA coastline, down Jetty Road and across to the Adelaide Hills. Located on the Glenelg foreshore, Mix102.3, Lumo Energy SA and Skyline Attractions are once again bringing back ...

Adelaide’s Giant Christmas Tree | Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga

The Giant Christmas Tree in Adelaide's Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga. The City of Adelaide’s Christmas Tree Lighting Event takes place in the heart of the city on Saturday 9 November 2024 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. This wonderful, free community gathering, leading up to the magical moment when the giant Christmas tree ...

Summer Festival 2025 | City of West Torrens

Welcome to Summer Festival 2025! The 2025 City of West Torrens Summer Festival program kicks off on Saturday 11 January, with 6 family-friendly events. Whether you're looking to relax with the smooth tunes of local musicians or run wild with the free entertainment on offer, Summer Festival has something for ...

Santa Course | Christmas in the City of Adelaide & Rundle Mall

Follow the Santa Course in Adelaide & Rundle Mall Follow the Santa Course to find 10 giant Santas across Adelaide - from Adelaide Zoo to Rundle Mall, you’ll find tasks here, bells there, and 10 giant Santas everywhere! Find all the Santas for your chance to enter a competition to ...

Salisbury Aquatic Centre heated pool waterslides splash pad

Salisbury Aquatic Centre | Pool, Water Slides & Splash Pad | Open Summer 2024/2025

Salisbury Aquatic Centre's slides and splash pad are open for summer 2024/2025. The warm weather is here and so is the Salisbury Aquatic Centre's outdoor fun! The outdoor facilities are now open, featuring a 50-metre heated pool, splash pad with junior slides, and a thrilling 10-metre triple water slide tower ...

School Holiday Movie Deals | Capri Theatre | 14 Dec 2024 – 26 Jan 2025

Cheap Movie Tickets - Capri Theatre Catch these ripper movies at the Capri over the Summer Holidays - MOANA 2, MUFASA THE LION KING, PADDINGTON IN PERU and SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3. Movie Saver Deal You can snaffle 5 tickets for $50 or 10 tickets for $100, directly from the ...

Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours | Summer School Holidays 2024

Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours - School Holiday Family Adventures. What better way to explore the unique and special Garden Island and part of Adelaide’s Dolphin sanctuary and Ships graveyard than an eco-friendly kayaking experience. Join Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours on a guided kayak tour and paddle through peaceful mangrove lined ...

Hey Caddy Mini Golf & X-Golf School Holiday Fun | West Lakes & Marion

Tee it up these school holidays at X-Golf Marion and West Lakes! X-Golf Marion and West Lakes are your one-stop place for entertainment, golfing fun and delicious food, all under cover these holidays. Conveniently located South or West of the city, with ample parking, and close to Westfield shopping centres, ...

Family (Tandem) Karts & Junior Karts | School Holiday Outdoor Fun

Karting at The Bend has become even more exciting and family-friendly with the introduction of Family (Tandem) Karts and Junior Karts. Enjoy all the fun and excitement of go-karting on the exhilarating outdoor track at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park (The Bend) these school holidays! Family (tandem) karts are driven by ...

SHANX Mini Golf | School Holiday Family Fun | Regency Park

Summer School Holiday Fun @ SHANX Mini Golf! SHANX VERY MUCH - Australia’s best mini golf course can be found right here in Adelaide and it's the perfect school holiday activity for the whole family. A short trip from the city centre, Shanx at Regency Park has so much to ...

MORE IDEAS FOR THINGS TO DO IN THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AROUND ADELAIDE

♥ Play at a Playground – See our list of Top Playgrounds Around Adelaide

♥ Top Family Things to do in the Adelaide Hills – check out our list of ideas

♥ South Australian Beaches – Best Beaches Around Adelaide

♥ Book a caravan or camping holiday – check out our South Australian list

♥ Go for a family hike – See 50 Great Walks & Hikes for Families

♥ Visit the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula region south of Adelaide

♥ Explore the Barossa Valley – see our list of family friendly places to visit

♥ Indoor Play Centres – Indoor Play Centres & Cafes Around Adelaide

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