[ May 5, 2017 to May 7, 2017. November 24, 2017 to November 26, 2017. ]
Adelaide’s prized design event, Bowerbird Design Market brings together more than 170 of the best Australian artists and designers twice a year in a spacious and well designed setting in the old Wayville pavilion at the Adelaide Showground.
The first market for 2017 is on 5-7 May, the week before Mothers Day. Enjoy the magical atmosphere, […]
[ May 5, 2017 to May 19, 2017. October 13, 2017 11:00 pm to October 27, 2017 11:00 pm. ]
The Nappy Collective encourages families to search out that handful of leftover, outgrown nappies we all seem to end up with and donate them to families in crisis or in need.
Over a two week period in May and October, families can drop these clean, disposable nappies to their nearest collection point. The Nappy Collective will […]
[ May 30, 2017; June 1, 2017; ]
Tetris – DreamBIG Children’s Festival | Review
Watching Tetris to start with was a bit like walking into someone else’s conversation mid-way through, then all of a sudden just ‘getting it’. Based on the computer game, Tetris, the show starts out with Arch 8’s quartet interacting without speech, interlocking their bodies into very awkward looking shapes in […]
Mildura Water Play Park Review
Hugh King Drive | Mildura Victoria
by Baby & Toddler Destinations Adelaide
The lovely ladies of Baby & Toddler Destinations Adelaide have written this review of Mildura Water Play Park – thanks for sharing with us.
We wish that this Water Play Park was in Adelaide!
A little while ago these beautiful Adelaide Triplets reviewed Mildura Water Park […]
[ May 28, 2017; ]
Tap a button, make a difference!
On Sunday 28 May 2017 Uber is partnering with Australian Red Cross and, supported by Nova FM, Uber driver-partners will be collecting quality pre-loved clothing to raise funds and support communities across Australia and around the world.
Got pre-loved clothing to give?
On Sunday 28 May, bag them up and request a car […]
[ May 27, 2017; ]
The State Rescue Challenge is an opportunity for SES volunteers to undertake a range of challenging scenarios to maintain their skills and to be selected to represent South Australia at the National Disaster Rescue Competition in Tasmania later this year.
The 2017 State Rescue Challenge will be held at AAMI Stadium on Saturday 27 of May. Members […]
Review of Katherine Street Reserve Playground, Fullarton
Katherine Street Reserve in Fullarton opened last year – to the delight of the local community.
Review by Susannah Marks
A newly constructed playground, Katherine Street Reserve has been designed to combine nature play elements with the more ‘expected’ playground structures, and to create a space for the whole community. There […]
[ May 28, 2017; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
The Woodend Autumn Market Day will be held on Sunday May 28 from 9am – 12 noon.
A community market event with stalls for local craft and businesses as well as a car boot sale, coffee and cold drinks, sausage sizzle, fairy floss, baked goods and hot soup.
Students will be selling seedlings grown at the school.
There will […]
World Environment Fair
More than 15,000 people are expected to attend the inaugural World Environment Fair at the Adelaide Showground on June 3 and 4. The weekend will see the creation of one of Australia’s largest nature play areas, showcase displays of water and energy saving ideas, talks and debates on issues concerning the environment, a […]
Jodi Lee Foundation KAY-A-DAY
The Jodi Lee Foundation want to make moving more and sitting less super easy and fun for school aged children. They want being active every day to become second nature.
Why? That’s easy. The stats confirm that in Australia, 9 out of 10 young people aged 13-17 don’t move enough and children aged […]
Inspired: Australian Book Illustration Now
An exhibition celebrating the diverse talents of artists working in contemporary publishing for children.
A picture paints a thousand words.
While Matilda the Musical is on come enjoy artworks from award-winning children’s book illustrators including Alison Lester, Shaun Tan and Graeme Base.
The impact that your favourite picture book can have during your early […]
[ May 21, 2017; August 20, 2017; November 26, 2017; ]
Lollipop Markets – Baby & Kids Market
Lollipop Markets is a highly reputable, established market which has been helping work-at-home mums and dads and small businesses showcase their goodies for 6 years.
The Lollipop Market showcases unique, boutique and handmade, or of limited supply items for expecting parents, babies and children. The market is held regularly at […]
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SteamRanger Train Journeys in South Australia
SteamRanger Heritage Railway operates a number of different heritage steam and diesel hauled tourist trains between Mt Barker in the Adelaide Hills, up over the crest of the southern Mt Lofty Ranges, down to Strathalbyn and on through the coastal holiday towns of Goolwa and Port Elliot to the tourist […]
[ May 21, 2017; 10:00 am; ]
Walk for Love
Walk for Love is a community event that gives you, your family and friends the opportunity to come together to remember, celebrate and honour your loved ones.
If this is your first walk – we welcome you and if your bereavement is recent our heart goes out to you. We hope you will feel […]
[ May 21, 2017; ]
Government House will be open on Sunday 21 May 2017 as part of DreamBIG – BIG Family Weekend.
You are invited to Government House Open Day, on the Sunday of the Big Family Weekend. Learn about the current workings of the house from Government House volunteers, explore the gardens, join in a circus workshop or enjoy […]
Disney on Ice presents Frozen – Experience the Full Story – Live on Ice!
Enter a fantastical winter wonderland beyond imagination at Disney On Ice presents Frozen.
The heartwarming Academy Award® winning tale you love is now LIVE and skating to Adelaide 9 to 12 June 2017. Be magically whisked away to wintry Arendelle by dazzling special […]
Entries are now open for the 2017 Adelaide Show competitions!
From arts & crafts and cookery, to horticulture, photography and more, the Adelaide Show offers you the opportunity to show off your talents in numerous categories. Make showtime YOUR time!
Whether you’re artistic, creative, talented or have the greatest pet in the world, the Royal Adelaide Show […]
Port Adelaide Mural Map featuring murals from the Wonderwalls Festivals
If you didn’t get a chance to visit the Wonderwalls Festival last month you can still view a number of large scale murals around the streets of Port Adelaide.
Simply download the Mural Map from the Our Port website, print it off or use your phone (a […]
James Coke Park, Norwood | Review
James Coke Park behind Norwood Mall is one of our top picks for playgrounds in Adelaide for toddlers and little kids.
The biggest drawcard for us is that it’s fully fenced. It’s also nice and close to important amenities – like supermarkets for last-minute snacks or impromptu lunches, and cafes for […]
Nature Play SA Park of the Month – May 2017
Our beautiful South Australian parks provide countless opportunities for children and families to connect with nature and to experience the health and wellbeing benefits of playing, learning and being physically active through bushwalking, camping, picnicking, fishing, swimming, cycling, surfing and exploring.
Nature Play SA’s Park of the […]
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Family Flix at Mainline Drive-In Cinema
The Family Flix sessions at Wallis Cinema’s Mainline Drive-In are back on Saturday nights from May to July!
Wallis Mainline Drive-In are once again holding special Saturday movie nights dedicated for families. Family Flix Drive in Movies open an hour before the movie starts so you can get there early and enjoy […]
[ May 21, 2017; 10:00 am; ]
Visit the South Australian Maritime Museum on Sunday 21 May and discover the lost art of vintage photography – the way our world was captured before the advent of the smartphone.
On offer as part of South Australia’s History Festival, this unique family day is jam-packed with all things analogue―vintage studio sets and free photo booths, […]
Review of Ramage Street Park aka Morrie Harrell Playground
Review by Susannah Marks
Ramage Street Park (aka Morrie Harrell Playground) in Unley is a bit of a find – especially for those who love ride-on toys!
Tucked away on a quiet suburban street you’d have no idea this little gem of a playground was so close to Unley’s […]
[ May 27, 2017 to May 28, 2017. ]
It’s the BIGGEST market in the Southern Suburbs! Two massive days of shopping, food, fun and entertainment!
For the first time ever The Giant Twilight Market will be held at the same time and in the same location as Feed Your Face Multicultural Food Festival in Morphett Vale.
Go along for a fun weekend with loads of […]
[ May 27, 2017 to May 28, 2017. ]
Held in conjunction with The Giant Twilight Market, the Multicultural Food Festival celebrates the rich cultural diversity of South Australia with a variety of food, live music and free children’s entertainment. Gluten Free, Vegetarian & Vegan options will be available along with a selection of beverages.
There will also be a global village with arts and crafts […]
[ May 28, 2017; ]
Seymour College Street Fair Family Fun Day
Seymour College in Glen Osmond are holding a fun filled family day with a variety of market stalls, delicious food and wine, lots of amusements and things to do for children of all ages.
Tickets can be pre-purchased for the following:
Krispy Kreme – $18 per dozen (original glazed doughnuts to […]
[ May 15, 2017 to May 21, 2017. ]
National Families Week is Australia’s annual celebration of families.
National Families Week is a time to celebrate with your family, make contact with your extended family and friends, and share in the enjoyment of family activities within the wider community. It is a time to celebrate the meaning of family and to make the most of […]
[ May 14, 2017; ]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with FREE entry to Adelaide Zoo & Monarto Zoo
What are you doing for Mother’s Day this weekend?
Celebrate Mother’s Day with FREE* entry for mums to Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Zoo. This Mother’s Day, you can take mum to either zoo for FREE!*
Simply collect your token from The Advertiser on Saturday 13 […]
Celebrate with Mum at Gelatissimo with their High Tea range of flavours!
The ultimate High Tea experience awaits at Gelatissimo! Cheekily named the GelaTEAssimo range, three traditional high tea delicacies have been transformed into divine gelato treats. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, there’s no better way to spoil her (and yourself!).
For the sweet tooth […]
[ May 28, 2017; 10:00 am; ]
Learn about the fascinating history of Adelaide’s Gaol on Sunday 28 May 2017
Learn about the lives, crimes and often gruesome deaths of some of South Australia’s pettiest thieves and most dangerous criminals at the Adelaide Gaol’s annual History Day later this month. Built in 1841, the gaol is the state’s second oldest building, and was […]
