Play & Go Adelaide

[ December 16, 2016 8:00 pm to December 22, 2016 10:00 pm. ]
Westminster School Christmas Lights
Westminster School set to sparkle and shine this Christmas
Westminster School in Marion is set to sparkle and shine this Christmas when it holds its annual Christmas Lights display in December.

The Westminster School Christmas Lights is a highly-anticipated seasonal event and a firm favourite among the South Australian community. It will be held from Friday […]

Birthday Party Ideas for Adelaide Kids
At Play & Go we love birthday parties, but we know how much work it can be for busy parents to research and organise a great party. To help you plan your child’s birthday party we’ve put together some of the best party venues and party suppliers in Adelaide. We […]

Birthday Party Ideas for Adelaide Kids
At Play & Go we love birthday parties, but we know how much work it can be for busy parents to research and organise a great party. To help you plan your child’s birthday party we’ve put together some of the best party venues and party suppliers in Adelaide. We […]

Birthday Party Ideas for Adelaide Kids
At Play & Go we love birthday parties, but we know how much work it can be for busy parents to research and organise a great party. To help you plan your child’s birthday party we’ve put together some of the best party venues and party suppliers in Adelaide. We […]

Birthday Party Ideas for Adelaide Kids
At Play & Go we love birthday parties, but we know how much work it can be for busy parents to research and organise a great party. To help you plan your child’s birthday party we’ve put together some of the best party venues and party suppliers in Adelaide. We […]

[ October 20, 2016 to December 11, 2016. ]
Ayers House – Costume Exhibition
Ayers House Museum is currently  welcoming families to view The Dress Maker Costume Exhibition. The exhibition features almost 50 costumes appearing over two floors of the beautiful Ayers House.  Hot on the heels of the hit Australian film, The Dressmaker, the National Trust in association with Film Art Media proudly presents […]

[ December 11, 2016; 4:00 pm; ]
Aldinga Bay Community Carols
The 12th Aldinga Bay Community Carols is planned for Sunday 11 December 2016.
The Aldinga Bay Baptist Church can’t wait to see attendance at the carols grow again this year. Thanks to the community, The Aldinga Bay Community Carols is a free event and a continued success! The event will once again be held at Symonds Reserve […]

[ December 2, 2016 to December 4, 2016. ]
Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival
A wonderland of beautiful creations
Get lost within the magical environment of Christmas trees, lights, glitter and sparkle designed and crafted by talented Mitcham hills residents and businesses at Blackwood Christmas Tree Festival.

Children can chat with Santa

Santa will be resident in his Magic Cave in Blackwood; all child visitors will receive a little […]

[ October 30, 2016; 4:00 pm; November 27, 2016; 4:00 pm; December 11, 2016; 4:00 pm; January 29, 2017; 4:00 pm; February 26, 2017; 4:00 pm; March 26, 2017; 4:00 pm; ]
Adelaide Night Market Returns for Season 5!
30 Oct, 27 Nov, 11 Dec 2016  |  29 Jan, 26 Feb & 26 Mar 2017
Adelaide Night Market is a foodie and crafty market! The market is held once a month during daylight savings and usually it is on the last Sunday of the month from October to March […]

[ December 9, 2016 to December 18, 2016. ]
Santa’s Wonderland
Santa’s Wonderland comes alive at Adelaide Showgrounds with an extravagant Christmas event including an ice skating rink, tobogganing, amusement rides, stalls and plenty of family fun.
Editor’s Note 10 December 2016: CLICK HERE to read our Play & Go Review of Santa’s Wonderland
Christmas in Adelaide just became even more memorable with a new event making […]

Messy Play ideas: How to make Gloop
Isn’t gloop a great word! Gloop is basically cornflour slime and it’s easy to make and fun to experiment with. It has a unique texture and is a good way of learning about solids and liquids through sensory play.
Making gloop is a messy activity so you’ll want to be prepared. You may […]

How to make Salt Dough
Looking for some rainy day fun? Salt dough is easy to make. It’s also great for making Christmas ornaments. You could paint your salt dough decorations with white acrylic paint and decorate with red or green ribbons and some glitter. This salt dough recipe is super easy and with only three ingredients […]

[ November 4, 2016; 6:00 pm; December 2, 2016; 6:00 pm; February 3, 2017; 6:00 pm; March 3, 2017; 6:00 pm; ]
The Campbelltown Moonlight Market season kicks off Friday Nov 4, 6pm to 10pm.
Enjoy the atmosphere of the Campbelltown Moonlight Markets at Thorndon Park as you peruse the creations of over 100 stallholders pedalling their wares. Treat yourself to food from the super cool foodies from the Campbelltown Food Trail. Plus there will be live entertainment […]

[ November 5, 2016; 10:00 am; November 12, 2016; 9:30 am; November 19, 2016 10:00 am to November 20, 2016 10:00 am. November 26, 2016; 10:00 am; December 2, 2016 to December 4, 2016. December 9, 2016 to December 11, 2016. December 17, 2016 to December 19, 2016. December 23, 2016; ]
Your Guide to South Australia’s Christmas Pageants 2016

Find out when your local Christmas Pageant is happening this year, in and around Adelaide.
Most councils host a fabulous, family friendly pageant in their main street for local residents to enjoy. Community Christmas Pageants are a great way to support local businesses, organisations, schools and clubs as they […]

[ November 4, 2017; 7:00 pm; ]
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in Concert – tickets on sale now!
Do you remember the excitement? The magic? The music? From the book that sparked our imagination came the movie that captured the hearts of millions.Relive the magic of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone like never before in this special live concert with […]

[ October 17, 2016 to October 21, 2016. ]
Online Enrolments now open for VACSWIM
Make a SPLASH as you dive into VACSWIM SA this summer! With vital water safety knowledge, water skills, water confidence and water awareness education taught at every level, VACSWIM SA is the perfect program for any Aussie family who spends summer around the pool or beach.

Over 13,000 primary school aged children […]

[ October 23, 2016; November 27, 2016; December 18, 2016; January 22, 2017; February 26, 2017; March 26, 2017; April 23, 2017; ]
Stirling Laneways Market is back!
Stirling Laneways is ‘more than a market’ – it’s a celebration of life and brings a fresh burst of colour to the picturesque streetscape of the Adelaide Hills village. Follow your feet through the lanes and side-streets of Stirling to discover a vibrant convergence of artists and entertainers, pop-up stalls and local […]

Messy Play ideas: How to make Rainbow Spaghetti Pasta
Looking for an indoor activity that is super easy? Why not make some Rainbow Spaghetti Pasta? It’s inexpensive and good sensory fun.
What you’ll need to make Rainbow Spaghetti Pasta

dry spaghetti
a snap lock bag or a container to mix it in
food colouring
cooking oil (optional)

How to make Rainbow Spaghetti Pasta
Cook a packet (or […]

Tea Tree Gully Council has released final designs for an exciting new playground at Modbury’s Civic Park – part of a $1.7 million overall park upgrade
To be completed by early December 2016, the new playground will have three play zones to cater for different age groups and abilities, including a three-storey play unit, climbing frame […]

[ September 9, 2016; 8:00 pm; November 4, 2016; 8:30 pm; December 9, 2016; 8:30 pm; ]  

The Heights Observatory
The Heights Observatory is a joint facility operated with The Heights School. The facility is located in metropolitan Adelaide, approximately 15km north-east of the city and is used primarily by school students to gain hands-on experience with their Astronomy studies and to show the public the night sky.
Telescopes
The Heights Observatory consists of two […]

[ December 1, 2016 to December 18, 2016. ]
This spectacular show is packed full of the charm, romance, comedy and Tinseltown glamour of one of the world’s best-loved movies.
It tells the story of the first Hollywood musical, when the silver screen found its voice and left silent movies – and some of its stars – behind.

As well as glorious songs including ‘Good Morning’, […]

[ December 3, 2016 to December 4, 2016. ]
ObstaSplash is Australia’s largest fully inflatable obstacle course!
What is ObstaSplash?
ObstaSplash is an all new Australian grown and operated 5km inflatable obstacle course suitable for all levels (ages 13 upwards). This is an untimed event with the emphasis on fun. The course is best completed with your mates for the ultimate laugh, and for extra giggles why […]