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One-Day Cup Cricket Final | SA v VIC | Adelaide Oval | 1 Mar 2025

[ March 1, 2025; ]
South Australia to play in the 2024/25 One Day Cup cricket final at Adelaide Oval.
South Australia will host Victoria for the One Day Cup Final on Saturday 1 March 2025 with the winners being the first team to hoist the Dean Jones Trophy.

They want to see as many South Australians as possible show their support […]

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Fringe for Brunch | Plant 4 Bowden | Adelaide Fringe | 2 Mar 2025

[ March 2, 2025; ]
Free entertainment for all ages in Bowden with Fringe for Brunch.
Enjoy 2 hours of FREE, family-friendly fun, featuring the incredible Katie Wright Dynamite, the feel-good harmonies of Park Choir (with special guest Carla Lippis), Adelaide’s much loved Nonna and Nonno Singing Group – The Molfettese singing group, and the awesome Canadian Circus and Street Performer, […]

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RAA Garden Party | The Garden of Unearthly Delights | 23 Feb – 23 Mar 2025

[ February 16, 2025; March 2, 2025; March 9, 2025; March 16, 2025; March 23, 2025; ]
Marvel, laugh and dance every weekend in The Garden at the brand new RAA Garden Party.
The RAA Garden Party is a fun-filled series of free concerts for the whole family featuring the very best Garden acts. Comedy, magic and circus performers from across the world will delight audiences every Sunday.

And the best bit is that […]

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East End Unleashed | Adelaide | 21 Feb – 23 Mar 2025

East End Unleashed – Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during the Adelaide Fringe.
Unleash and bask in the summer atmosphere with shopping, on-street dining, world class buskers, musicians and magicians along Rundle Street, Vardon Avenue, Ebenezer Place and Frome Street in the East End of Adelaide every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday this Fringe Festival season.
Every Friday, Saturday […]

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Free Pump Track | #rideburnside | City of Burnside

The City of Burnside has an ‘all wheels – all ages’ pump track which is available to use for free at various locations throughout the council area.
The pump track is a FREE recreational facility for all wheeled sports including bikes of all types, scooters, skateboards, roller skates and the very cool balance bike for toddlers. […]

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Space to Dream Travelling Exhibition | SA Libraries | Jan – Oct 2025

See creative design entries from the Commissioner for Children and Young People’s initiative, Space to Dream.
Each year, the Commissioner selects approximately 20 top-rated Space to Dream 2D and 3D design entries. These entries go on display at the Australian Space Discovery Centre throughout December and January.
From February, they will be travelling to participating metropolitan and […]

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MallFest | Rundle Mall | 21 Feb – 23 Mar 2025

MallFest returns to Rundle Mall in 2025 offering a program of exciting entertainment, world-class street performers and more, bringing the vibrancy of Festival Season to the heart of Rundle Mall.
Enjoy live DJs every Festival Friday, along with a program of musicians, artists, dancers, and circus acts from the talented street performers each Festival Saturday, […]

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Clean Up Australia Day | 2 Mar 2025

[ March 2, 2025; ]
Clean Up Australia Day is celebrating 35 years in 2025, inspiring and empowering communities to clean up, fix up and conserve our environment.
To commemorate this milestone, Clean Up Australia is calling on all Aussies to register for the 2025 event and be involved to make this year’s event the biggest so far.   Volunteers […]

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Fringe Fridays | Fringe @ Playford | 21 Feb – 21 Mar 2025

[ February 21, 2025; February 28, 2025; March 7, 2025; March 14, 2025; March 21, 2025; ]
Fringe Fridays – Fringe @ Playford 2025
The City of Playford is excited to present Fringe Fridays, a weekly series of fun, free, family-friendly events during the Adelaide Fringe season.
These sessions are designed to bring the excitement of Adelaide Fringe to the heart of the northern suburbs every Friday evening during the Fringe season.
The activation will […]

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Indian Mela | Adelaide | 21 & 22 Feb 2025

[ February 21, 2025 to February 22, 2025. ]
Indian Mela is a FREE annual festival of Indian Art and Culture with delicious Indian food.
India’s rich culture and diversity will be displayed during Adelaide’s biggest Indian event of the year – the 33rd annual Indian Mela in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga.  A family friendly event suitable for all ages, there will be multiple food stalls, exhibition […]

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Noarlunga Model Railroaders Inc. Open Day | Reynella | 15 Feb 2025

[ February 15, 2025; ]
A small community club, Noarlunga Model Railroaders Inc. is hosting an open day for all ages. 
Go along to the Noarlunga Model Railroaders Inc Open Day and see the members running model trains from around the world on four different layouts.  Event-goers can ask questions about the hobby, look at model trains for sale and get […]

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Beachside Food & Wine Festival | Christies Beach | 15 Feb 2025

[ February 15, 2025; ]
The City of Onkaparinga’s Beachside Food and Wine Festival will return to Rotary Park at Christies Beach in February 2025.
The popular seaside event spotlights some of the region’s best food, wine, beer and spirit producers.  There will also be market stalls bursting with unique treasures, created by local artists and artisans.

This year DJ Tommy Tequila […]

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Encore Summer Series | McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast | Feb & Mar 2025

[ February 14, 2025; February 28, 2025; March 14, 2025; March 28, 2025; ]
ENCORE Summer Activations Series at McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast
Get ready for 90 days of unforgettable experiences, from twilight markets to pop-up dining and bars, live music, entertainment, and wellness experiences.
Whether you’re a local or just visiting this beautiful region, there’s something for everyone, and most activations are free entry and family friendly. Discover the […]

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Discover, Play, Pathway! | Amy Gillett Bikeway | Adelaide Fringe | 2 Mar 2025

[ March 2, 2025; ]
Discover, Play, Pathway! FREE family fun on the Amy Gillett Bikeway.
Ride or walk the Amy Gillett Bikeway and discover an array of music, art, food and family entertainment all set against the backdrop of the spectacular rolling Adelaide Hills. The 15-kilometre trail winds through picturesque towns, past iconic hills businesses and thriving wineries, encompassing Oakbank, […]

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Fringe Vibes on Hutt Street | Adelaide | 1 Mar 2025

[ March 1, 2025; ]   
Fringe Vibes on Hutt Street
Enjoy the best of Hutt Street with this free family-friendly Fringe event. From superhero acrobatics to live performances and hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the day.
Don’t miss the thrilling Acrobat Adventures! Watch as superheroes perform incredible acrobatics and daring stunts in a live show that keeps […]

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Lefevre Community Precinct Free Sports Program | Jan – Jul 2025

The Lefevre Community Precinct’s Free Sports Program for primary and high school-aged children is back for terms 1 and 2 in 2025.
Sessions will focus on fun, learning new skills and connecting in a non-structured safe environment. They will be partnering with Free Mind Skate School and Bikes Active and West Adelaide Basketball Club who will […]

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Road Safety Centre at West Beach Parks

SAPOL Road Safety Centre – Mock Roadway | West Beach | Review

Featuring mini traffic lights, pedestrian crossings and even a roundabout, the mock roadway at the SA Police Road Safety Centre is the perfect place for kids to practice their riding skills while learning about road safety at the same time.
Review by Lisa Bachmayer
The centre was opened at West Beach in 2024 and replaces the previous […]

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Adelaide Writers’ Week | Adelaide Festival | 1-6 Mar 2025

[ March 1, 2025 to March 6, 2025. ]  
Writers’ Week has a jam-packed program featuring sessions designed for young book readers. 
Australia’s largest free literary festival returns in 2025, offering both writers and readers a unique opportunity to spend six days sharing ideas and literary explorations in the heart of Adelaide.

The 40th Adelaide Writers’ Week features over 230 writers across more than 151 sessions, […]

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Mass Movement | Elder Park | Adelaide Festival | 1 Mar 2025

[ March 1, 2025; ]
Adelaide Festival’s opening weekend sees a one-moment-in-time dusk ‘happening’, as a mass of 1,000 dancers converge onto the natural amphitheatre of Elder Park for MASS MOVEMENT.
This thrillingly conceived work from one of Australia’s foremost choreographers, Stephanie Lake, is on a scale never before seen at Adelaide Festival, with dancers from every age group and genre […]

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Folk Pancake Festival Maslenitsa | Adelaide Fringe | 2 Mar 2025

[ March 2, 2025; ]
Get Ready for the Ultimate Pancake Maslenitsa Bash during the Adelaide Fringe.
Hosted by the Russian Community Centre and Norwood, Payneham and St Peter’s Council, this festival is packed with six hours of folk dance and song troupes from Adelaide and beyond.

Experience the vibrant traditions by enjoying their mouth-watering food, folk music, souvenirs and workshops, fun […]

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Dockside Festival | Port Adelaide | 8 & 9 Feb 2025

[ February 8, 2025 to February 9, 2025. ]
Experience and celebrate The Port, The River and its People at Hart’s Mill in Port Adelaide.
Dockside Festival returns in February 2025 at the historic Hart’s Mill in Port Adelaide, bringing the Port’s unique character and riverfront heritage to life.

Over two vibrant days, celebrate the Port River with water sports, and live music on the wharf. […]

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Summer Garden Festival | Civic Park Modbury | 22 & 23 Feb 2025

[ February 22, 2025 to February 23, 2025. ]
Summer Garden Festival – Free Event.
Get ready for a musical adventure at the Summer Garden Festival on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 February at Civic Park.
Enjoy live music across two stages, from acoustic sets to high-energy performances, plus a dance tent featuring silent discos and kids’ raves with DJ Ruby Chew – glow sticks included!

Don’t miss […]

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Salisbury Fringe Carnival | Adelaide Fringe | 21 & 22 Feb 2025

[ February 21, 2025 to February 22, 2025. ]
The Salisbury Fringe Carnival is back at Carisbrooke Park for two unforgettable days of free, family-friendly fun on Friday 21 & Saturday 22 February 2025.
Whether you’re looking for thrilling amusement rides, dazzling performances, or a place to relax and enjoy the vibe, the Salisbury Fringe Carnival has got you covered. Explore the kids’ zone, bounce […]

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Food Truck Carnivale | Family Friendly Events | Adelaide 2025

[ January 31, 2025 to February 2, 2025. March 7, 2025 to March 9, 2025. March 14, 2025 to March 16, 2025. April 25, 2025 to April 27, 2025. ]
Don’t miss the next Food Truck Carnivale event popping up in Adelaide.
The travelling Food Truck Carnivale is always on the move and heading to numerous locations around Adelaide.
Entry to Food Truck Carnivale is FREE with each family friendly event featuring full days of fun and numerous food options catering to all tastes. From the north […]

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Cool 4 Kids – Free Lets Party Show | Adelaide Fringe | 28 Feb 2025

[ February 28, 2025; ]
Cool 4 Kids – Lets Party Show
Cool 4 Kids presents a vibrant and innovative themed music concert for children aged one to twelve years of age. A family-friendly show that is highly engaging, there will be opportunities for children to star on stage as assistant presenters and performers.

Tony plays the guitar and sings and uses […]

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Gather, Dance & Explore at Whitmore | Adelaide Fringe | 15 Mar 2025

[ March 15, 2025; ]
Gather, Dance & Explore at Whitmore is back for 2025!
Get ready for a free day of family fun and festivities at Gather, Dance & Explore at Whitmore Square/Iparrityi this Adelaide Fringe!
Let the kids groove to DJ Bandit’s beats at the ultimate dance party. The magical Nylon Zoo are swinging by for an interactive parade filled […]

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Prospect Twilight Sessions | Free Outdoor Live Music | 7-28 Feb 2025

[ February 7, 2025; February 14, 2025; February 21, 2025; February 28, 2025; ]
The much-loved Prospect Twilight Sessions are back every Friday in February and will celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2025.
Catch up with family and friends, grab a picnic rug and camping chairs and meet up for a relaxing evening out with the whole family (including four-legged family members!). From 6pm – 9:30pm each Friday in February […]

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Australia Day Breakfast | City of Salisbury | 26 Jan 2025

[ January 26, 2025; ]
From water slides to a Weet-Bix eating contest, a petting zoo to bubble soccer – there is plenty of action planned for the City of Salisbury’s annual Australia Day celebration.
A free community hot breakfast of bacon and egg rolls served up by the 1st Salisbury and Mawson Lakes Scout Groups, or a healthy option of […]

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Australia Day Celebrations | City of Mitcham | 23 Jan 2025

[ January 23, 2025; ]
Head along to the Soldiers Memorial Gardens at Mitcham Memorial Library for Australia Day celebrations on Thursday 23 January 2025.
Join the City of Mitcham from 5pm to 8pm for a free evening of activities and entertainment including food stalls, free sausage sizzle, children’s storytime, face painting, kids activities, a henna artist and live music including […]

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Concert at the Cove | Hallett Cove | 8 Feb 2025

[ February 8, 2025; ]
Pack up your picnic rug and settle in for an afternoon full of great music, fun, and community spirit as Concert at the Cove returns for another year.
Concert at the Cove on Saturday 8 February 2025 will transform Hallett Cove foreshore into an 80s and 90s inspired celebration.

Kicking off at 3pm, this free summer festival […]

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