Play & Go Adelaide

[ November 2, 2018; December 7, 2018; February 1, 2019; April 5, 2019; ]
Moonlight Markets at Thorndon Park
The Campbelltown Moonlight Markets are back for another summer. This free, family-friendly event welcomes visitors to settle in for the evening, enjoy a great meal, and watch the sun go down over the picturesque reservoir.
The markets are held at Thorndon Park, on the first Friday of November, December, February and March, […]

Pick your own cherries
There’s nothing that says summer more than when fresh, juicy, red, sweet, local cherries are available. When the cherry season arrives it reminds us that Christmas is near.
If you love eating lots of cherries, a fun way to get them is to pick your own. Similar to picking strawberries at Beerenberg, this […]

[ November 16, 2018; 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ]
Ladies Night Out – Fundraiser for ‘One Girl’
Girl Power Workshops presents ‘Ladies Night Out’, raising money for One Girl, a not-for-profit organisation providing education to girls in Uganda and Sierra Leone during their teenage years.
Friday 16 November will be a fun evening of drinks, nibbles, music and fashion!
Your $25 event ticket includes:

Glass of bubbles on arrival
Finger […]

[ November 17, 2018; 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. ]
Happy Valley Primary School Christmas Fundraiser Market
The Christmas Fundraiser Market hosted by Happy Valley Primary School will be held on Saturday 17 November 2018.

Christmas Markets stalls will include Santa with photos, art and homewares, nail art, therapy, candles, hair accessories, jewellery, gourmet tea, body and bath, cards, craft, sewing, pet treats, and spinning spuds.  There will […]

[ November 10, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
Visit the Magic Cave in David Jones, Rundle Mall Adelaide
The Credit Union Christmas Pageant on 10 November 2018 welcomed Father Christmas to Adelaide and as usual he is a special guest at the Magic Cave in David Jones, Rundle Mall Adelaide.
As many would know, the Magic Cave has had plenty of changes over the years. Once […]

[ November 10, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
Santaland at Myer in Rundle Mall, Adelaide
There were big changes to Myer’s Santaland last year, with Myer refurbishing their festive area on level two of the Adelaide Myer Centre to create a magical winter wonderland for Christmas. The main attraction is the ‘Santaland Express’ – a life size train offering a virtual experience to transport […]

[ November 16, 2018; 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ]
Rostrevor College Twilight Fair 2018
Rostrevor College will throw open its gates in November for a fun-filled evening at sunset.
The annual Twilight Fair is a free community event open to the general public, held on the beautiful Rostrevor College grounds.
This year will see a focus on food and entertainment and a variety of stalls created and […]

[ November 17, 2018; 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ]
Dub in the Park is back for its 3rd year, and is set to be bigger and better than ever!
This family friendly, community event showcasing local and international World-Music Arts and Culture, is set outdoors in the stunning sacred surrounds of the Living Kaurna Culture Centre, just 15 minutes from the Adelaide CBD.
Featuring Sam Perry, […]

[ November 10, 2018; November 17, 2018; November 24, 2018; December 1, 2018; December 8, 2018; December 15, 2018; ]
Leigh Street Christmas Market
A family and community focused event, the Leigh Street Christmas Market will have a focus on handmade and locally crafted/sourced Christmas gifts.
Back for their second year of markets, Leigh Street Christmas Market have taken the feedback from stallholders and market goers and altered their opening times. From 1pm-4pm, they will have Leigh […]

[ November 23, 2018 to December 16, 2018. ]
Make a night of it under the stars at American Express Openair Cinema.

American Express Openair Cinemas is returning to Adelaide this spring bringing more than movies to its brand new central venue at Riverbank Lawn. The exciting festival program of food, fun and flicks over 24 events are sure to be a must-visit event, with […]

[ November 10, 2018; November 25, 2018; December 8, 2018; January 12, 2019; January 27, 2019; February 9, 2019; February 24, 2019; March 9, 2019; March 31, 2019; April 28, 2019; May 26, 2019; June 30, 2019; ]
Penfield Park Railway Open Days & Twilight Rides
The Penfield Model Engineers Society (P.M.E.S) was formed with the primary aim of promoting the art of model and experimental engineering. Penfield Park Railway holds open days on the last Sunday of each month, January to November between noon and 4:30pm. Also, on the second Saturday during October, November, […]

[ November 10, 2018 to November 11, 2018. November 13, 2018 to November 18, 2018. November 20, 2018 to November 25, 2018. November 27, 2018 to December 2, 2018. December 4, 2018 to December 9, 2018. December 11, 2018 to December 16, 2018. December 18, 2018 to December 24, 2018. ]
A Very Victorian Christmas at Ayers House Museum
Escape from the bustle of Christmas shopping and stress and enjoy a traditional Victorian Christmas in the heart of the East End.
Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 November 2018 until Christmas Eve, children (and adults) can take part in a range of special festive activities along with […]

[ November 15, 2018; 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. ]
A Very Victorian Christmas After Hours Tour
Enjoy a magical Christmas-themed evening tour of Ayers House and experience some Victorian era festive traditions in Adelaide’s very own nineteenth century mansion.
Sing carols, play parlour games, hear a Christmas poem in the nursery. Plus finish off the tour by making a decoration for your tree or a Christmas […]

[ November 10, 2018 to November 11, 2018. ]
Strawberry Season Opener Weekend
Harvest the Fleurieu at Mount Compass is hosting what promises to be a massive fun-filled weekend for the whole family with entertainment, activities and strawberries.
This weekend at Mount Compass, the whole family can celebrate the opening of the strawberry season at the Strawberry Season Opener Weekend. There will be a bouncy castle, […]

[ November 10, 2018 to November 11, 2018. ]
Enjoy a FREE ride in one of the Police Credit Union EcoCaddys this Saturday
If you’re heading into the city to experience the 2018 Credit Union Adelaide Christmas Pageant, keep an eye out for one of the Police Credit Union EcoCaddys.  There will be six of them cruising the streets of the city just prior to and after the pageant […]

[ November 10, 2018; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
Ayers House Museum Pageant Day Activities
The fun doesn’t have to stop with the last float.
This Pageant Day why not stay in town and enjoy some old fashioned Christmas fun at Ayers House.
Dress up and have your photo taken in front of the Christmas tree, make a Christmas card in the school room or a decoration […]

Dear Santa, Edited by Samuel Johnson OAM
Dear Santa is a collection of 160 pages of surprising and often hilarious letters to Santa from some of Australia’s most notorious and best-loved grown-ups.
Edited by Samuel Johnson, featuring Grant Denyer, Myf Warhurst, Rove McManus, Helen Garner, Shaun Micallef, Molly Meldrum, Natasha Stott-Despoja, Brian Mannix, Missy Higgins, Deb Mailman […]

[ November 11, 2018; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
The Great Duck Race in Strathalbyn
On the second Sunday in November each year, the Great South Australian Duck Race is held in the Soldiers Memorial Park at the beautiful township of Strathalbyn.
The event officially commences at 10am, and includes a variety of stalls, food and fun for all the family. The Giant “Moby Duck” keeps […]

[ November 11, 2018; 10:45 am; ]
RSL-SA Armistice Day Service at the South Australian National War Memorial
At 11 am on 11 November 1918, the armistice, signed by Germany earlier that morning, came into effect, finally signifying the long-awaited end to the war. As soon as the news was known, cities and towns around Australia erupted into celebrations.
11 November 2018 will mark […]

[ November 11, 2018; 10:30 am; ]

Remembrance Day Service – Centennial Park
A time honoured tradition at Centennial Park, the Remembrance Day Service commemorates the courage and sacrifices of the Australian men and women who have fallen and served in times of war.
The service takes place in Derrick Gardens beneath two pine trees reputedly grown from the seeds of Lone Pine in […]

Angus Neill Reserve Playground Review
The new playground at Angus Neill Reserve, on The Esplanade in Seacliff was officially opened in September 2018, and our playground reviewers reckon this beautiful seaside park is well worth a visit.
Review by Susannah Marks
You’ll find Angus Neill Reserve just over the road from beautiful Seacliff Beach. It’s a gorgeous spot […]

Australia’s Dollar Discovery – Check your change!
The Royal Australian Mint challenges Aussies to find specially marked $1 coins in a ‘golden ticket’ style competition.
The nation’s first ever coin hunt, Australia’s Dollar Discovery, launches today as a fun way to encourage the public, and families in particular, to engage with coin collecting.
“At a time of growing […]

[ November 16, 2018 to December 2, 2018. ]
Lifesaving World Championships 2018
Surf Lifesaving SA are set to host thousands of lifesavers from across the globe, as the International Lifesaving Federation World Championships comes to South Australian shores for the largest event of its kind ever held.
An event of huge proportions, the Lifesaving World Championships 2018, from November 16 to December 2, will match […]

[ November 15, 2018 to November 18, 2018. ]
Horsepower comes to Adelaide with the Mitsubishi Motors Australian International 3 Day Event
Head to Adelaide’s East Park Lands for family-friendly fun and equestrian action at the Qantas Cross Country Day on Saturday 17 November. Take the kids for a day out to watch these elite horses in action and feel the thunder of the horses’ hooves […]

[ November 17, 2018; 11:00 am; ]
Armada Arndale’s Enchanted Christmas Family Fun Day
You’re all invited to Armada Arndale’s Enchanted Christmas Family Fun Day on 17 November from 11am til 2pm!
Visit the magical Enchanted Forest near Harris Scarfe for the best Santa experience in town! See Santa arrive in style at the parade with Mrs Claus & his little helpers at 11:30am.

They’ll have […]

[ November 11, 2018; 6:45 pm; ]

Edited: This event has been cancelled
Armistace Day Service at West Terrace Cemetery
South Australian families are invited to commemorate 100 years of remembrance at Australia’s oldest dedicated military burial ground on Sunday 11 November 2018.At the going down of the sun, from 6.45pm to 8pm, West Terrace Cemetery will hold an Armistice Day service to pay […]

[ November 3, 2018; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
2018 Westfield Tea Tree Plaza Community Christmas Parade
On Saturday November 3, Westfield Tea Tree Plaza will celebrate Santa’s arrival for 2018.  As part of the wider Community Parade the man in red will be arriving with schools and local groups by making their way through the town and ending at Westfield Tea Tree Plaza’s brand […]

Help Adelaide Zoo build a wild new Children’s Zoo!
Kids will soon be able to experience nature like never before thanks to Adelaide Zoo’s exciting new $1.1 million Variety Children’s Zoo development.
Does your little one love animals? Help Adelaide Zoo to build a wild new Children’s Zoo at Adelaide Zoo and share the wonder of wildlife […]

[ November 1, 2018 to November 30, 2018. ]
Adelaide Shorebird and Dolphin Festival 2018
You’re invited to celebrate the Adelaide Shorebird and Dolphin Festival as Park of the Month this November. The Adelaide Shorebird and Dolphin Festival will be featuring numerous events held at various locations along the coast.
The Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary is one of the gems of metropolitan Adelaide. Located only 20 minutes […]

[ November 10, 2018; 11:00 am to 2:30 pm. ]
The Annual SA MFS Open Day 2018
The annual Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) Open Day will be held on Saturday, 10 November 2018, straight after the Credit Union Christmas Pageant! Enjoy free, post-pageant family fun as the MFS opens the doors to Adelaide Fire Station at 99 Wakefield Street, Adelaide between 11.00 am and 2.30 pm.
Meet […]