[ June 15, 2024; ]
Visit the City of Burnside’s Environment and Sustainability EXPO and discover how easy it is to live sustainably, one small change at a time.
Hosted by Channel 9 presenter Jessica Braithwaite, there will be a jam packed program including a sustainable fashion market in the Ballroom, a talk and Q&A by Gardening Australia presenter Sophie Thomson […]
[ June 2, 2024; August 4, 2024; October 6, 2024; December 1, 2024; ]
Start Art Book Club – An Art And Literature Adventure for Kids
Engage, explore and experience art and writing with storyteller extraordinaire, Helen Lawry at the Start Art Book Club.
Presented by the State Library of South Australia and the Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA). The recommended age for those taking part is 8 to 13 […]
Free Family Fun at the State Library on North Terrace, Adelaide.
If you’re looking for something to keep the kids entertained for a few hours, why not visit the State Library for some creative activities inspired by their collections that the whole family can enjoy.
The State Library has numerous events and exhibitions throughout the year, from […]
[ May 3, 2024 to May 31, 2024. ]
Get your little explorers ready to roar with excitement because this May, Monarto Safari Park opens the gates to kids for free!
Make May your Monarto month and experience the largest safari park outside of Africa.
Home to more than 50 species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles, you can fit every major zoo […]
The Whale Watching Season around Victor Harbor, South Australia is typically from May to October, but sightings can begin as early as April.
Only an hour’s drive from Adelaide is the majestic southern Fleurieu Peninsula and each winter we are fortunate to see the annual return of Southern Right whales to our coastline.
It’s a wonderful experience […]
The Glover Playground North Adelaide, also known as ‘Helicopter Park’ by many, is an all-time favourite, and it’s recently (early 2024) had a spruce-up!
Updated review by Claire Davill
The playground refresh includes new soft fall, new swings, and a fresh coat of paint/repairs to many pieces of equipment. The old tree stump, with its animal carvings, […]
Explore The Art Gallery of South Australia on North Terrace, Adelaide.
There’s plenty for kids to see and do at the Art Gallery and there’s so much more than just looking at paintings on the wall!
Review by Claire Davill
Don’t shy away from taking kids into The Art Gallery of South Australia as there’s plenty of kid-friendly […]
[ April 6, 2024 to April 29, 2024. ]
Adelaide’s Festival Plaza has a new outdoor artwork installation that kids can climb on! Get in quick to check out the Flowbars sculptures while they’re here for the April 2024 school holidays.
Flowbars Sculpture 4.0 and Flow Bar Minis is Festival Plaza’s second outdoor art commission. In collaboration with Seb Humphreys, aka @Order55, the sculptures resemble […]
Wombat Waterhole Playground in Hazelwood Park is a varied play space set amongst towering gum trees and includes fun features for all ages and abilities.
Review by Claire Davill
This long-time favourite playground has just had a refresh as of early 2024, with new soft fall and repaired/replaced circular play platforms. The refresh has helped maintain the […]
[ April 18, 2024; ]
FREE Come ‘N’ Try Day for Kids at Woodville Lacrosse Club
All young athletes are invited to dive into lacrosse excitement at the Woodville Lacrosse Club’s FREE Come ‘N’ Try event during the April school holidays.
Lacrosse is a fast and fun team sport played with a netted stick and ball. It combines the best elements of […]
[ April 19, 2024; ]
During the April school holidays go and explore Woodfield Reserve in Salisbury.
Our Big Backyard Woodfield Reserve Nature Adventure is on Friday 19 April 2024. Stir your curiosity on a nature scavenger hunt, discover Murlapaka (shields), enjoy a picnic with your family (BYO) or build a Wardli (shelter) using sticks or fallen branches on the ground.
Natural […]
[ April 5, 2024; ]
FREE community screening of ‘Wonka’ in Bowden Town Park.
Settle in for an the evening with an outdoor screening of ‘Wonka’ at Bowden Town Park. Arrive at 7pm to set up your spot on the lawn, visit the new Discovery Centre , grab some pre-movie nibbles and drinks at Plant 4 or pack a hamper, with […]
[ April 15, 2024 9:00 pm to April 21, 2024 9:00 pm. ]
April School Holidays Superhero School at the Myer Centre.
Hey all you amazing superheroes! Guess what? This school holidays, the Myer Centre is transforming into a bustling superhero school on level 2, jam-packed with exciting activities and workshops that will unleash your inner hero!
Go along for an unforgettable experience at the Myer Centre’s Superhero School this […]
[ April 6, 2024; ]
Storybook Walk in Thalassa Park is getting a new resident.
This much-loved walk aims to celebrate and raise the profile of Australian writers and poets and their works, by bringing characters from some of the best-loved children’s books to life.
Every two years, three books are selected, and the community is asked to vote for their favourite, […]
[ April 14, 2024; ]
Pack your picnic and favourite teddy bear and go along for a good old-fashioned Teddy Bears’ Picnic at the Adelaide Botanic Garden.
The much-loved band of the South Australian Police will be back in the Garden to entertain the crowd, this time with their full concert band. They’ll be playing a selection of well-known hits and […]
[ April 22, 2024; ]
Touch a Truck is a FREE school holiday event where kids can get up close and personal with their favourite trucks, heavy machinery and all things motor to see how they work.
The event will be held at Civic Park, Modbury and feature City of Tea Tree Gully vehicles, garbage trucks, emergency vehicles, historic cars and […]
Explore the Littlehampton Tunnels in the Adelaide Hills.
A short drive up the freeway to Littlehampton, just outside of Mount Barker, brings you to a fantastic group of tunnels that you can walk as a family. There’s plenty to explore here and lots of photo opportunities.
Review by Claire Davill
To reach the tunnels we recommend parking at […]
[ April 4, 2024 to April 7, 2024. ]
Located at Elder Park, the 2024 Macca’s Footy Festival will feature the popular 150m long zipline over The River Torrens as part of the AFL’s Gather Round festivities.
The four-day festival will be full of free activities and entertainment for all ages, including some of South Australia’s best local vendors, food trucks and licensed bars, while […]
[ April 13, 2024 to April 28, 2024. ]
Follow the LEGO® Trail at the Migration Museum.
Join in the fun at Migration Museum for another fabulous LEGO Trail. Find all the LEGO figures hidden inside the Museum, unscramble the matching letters and spell out the winning word. Enter the competition to win one of two fantastic prizes. Kids can also help make Earth Day […]
[ April 14, 2024; ]
The McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic is a great family day celebration of vintage and classic motoring.
McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic signature street parade returns in 2024 — this year bringing a new touch of luxury with the addition of a fleet of Rolls Royce’s for the first time.
More than 15 of the elegant and […]
[ March 31, 2024; ]
Easter Bunny Run at the Myer Centre Adelaide
Get ready for an egg-citing adventure on Easter Sunday at the Myer Centre!
Join the FREE fun from 11am until 2pm for the Myer Centre’s Easter Bunny Run, where the hunt for sweet treats gets a fun twist!
Snap a joyful pic with the Easter Bunny (don’t forget to tag […]
[ March 28, 2024; ]
FREE Easter Market Trail for Kids at the Adelaide Central Market.
Trading is extended until 7pm on Easter Thursday, with free family activities including an Easter Market Trail for kids.
Hop into the Market for a FREE kids Easter Market Trail and collect some Easter goodies including chocolate, sweet treats, flavoured milk and a little something for […]
[ April 13, 2024; ]
Movies in the Park is a free outdoor movie screening for the local community of Campbelltown.
Grab the blankets to cosy up for a free screening of the popular film Super Mario Bros Movie (PG) at Thorndon Park, Paradise.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase from 5:30pm, with the film screening commencing at sundown (approx […]
[ March 9, 2024 to March 11, 2024. March 13, 2024 to March 15, 2024. ]
Whale: Real Life or Art?
Unannounced, a sperm whale beached itself on the shores of Glenelg (Pathawilyangga) and later on the banks of the Torrens River (Karrawirra Pari) in Elder Park. A grey giant with jaws wide open, eyeing the sky. A dumb question from the sea to man, a riddle from the deep.
The beaching of […]
[ March 23, 2024; ]
Glenelg Film Festival has announced its inaugural festival event celebrating film and culture will take place at Glenelg’s Colley Reserve.
This Festival Event will hold world premieres for three films and an awards ceremony with screenings of short films by independent film makers and producers, before concluding with a dynamic film hub at Colley Reserve.
The Glenelg […]
[ April 13, 2024 to April 14, 2024. ]
Sand Sculpting Competition at Glenelg during the April school holidays.
Join family and friends for a weekend of sand sculpting with world champion sand sculptor Dennis Massoud!
Dennis will be in Glenelg for two days, giving away major secrets to creating a masterpiece with sand.
Each session will receive a 30 minute workshop where Dennis will reveal some […]
[ March 23, 2024 to March 24, 2024. ]
The Jetty Road FREE Easter Egg Hunt is back in 2024, brought to you by Skyline Attractions.
Take the whole family down to the Bay for a Free Easter Egg Hunt, and the opportunity to support local causes and businesses on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March 2024 (weekend before Easter).
There will be loads of chocolate […]
The Commissioner’s Digital Challenge is a free online resource teaching children and young people important skills for the jobs of the future.
Digital skills are life skills. They’re critical to future jobs, social inclusion and a more equitable world. There is the chance to participate in three different challenges: Learn to Speak Robot, Space to Dream and […]
[ March 8, 2024; ]
City of Burnside’s Library in the Park 2024
Let’s Go Outside! Pack a picnic rug and enjoy Library in the Park at beautiful Tusmore Park.
Library in the Park is back on Friday 8 March 2024. This FREE annual event hosted by Burnside Library is a must-attend each Autumn, attracting 500 babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their caregivers […]
[ March 30, 2024; ]
Regency Park Community Golf Course FREE Easter Egg Hunt.
Regency Park Community Golf Course will be hosting a FREE Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 30 March 2024 from 10am until 1pm. There will be lots of activities for the kids and a special appearance from the Easter Bunny and Rox Fox. Bookings are essential.
Activities on the […]
