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Adelaide 36ers Basketball Home Games 2019/20 Season
The Adelaide 36ers are the only team in the National Basketball League (NBL) representing South Australia.
Tickets are now on sale for the Adelaide 36ers home games for the 2019/20 season. This year, played at the new venue of Adelaide Entertainment Centre, it’s a must see experience for every basketball fan […]

[ October 5, 2019 to October 12, 2019. ]
Adelaide Oval Stadium Golf
Adelaide Oval will be turned into a golfer’s paradise over seven days, from Saturday 5 October 2019.
Featuring a nine-hole golf course, a nine-hole putting course, a Clubhouse putting hole, longest drive simulator competition and more – all open to the general public and corporate groups.

Teeing off from locations around the stadium, including […]

George Whittle Reserve / Prospect Skate Park
Review by Susannah Marks
George Whittle Reserve (aka Prospect Skate Park) features a basketball court, tennis court, skate park, BBQ area and play equipment. It’s been given a facelift recently (see images from JPE Design Studio below) with the park having its official open day this month (20 October 2019 […]

[ October 3, 2019 to October 31, 2019. ]
Heywood Park Mini Ninja Playspace Review
A unique playground designed for older kids which offers challenging fun.
Heywood Park’s new Ninja Playspace which opened on 26 September 2019 is an obstacle course specifically designed for older kids around 10 to 14 years of age. The idea for the Ninja obstacle course came from local resident Rebecca and her […]

The Mount Compass Recreation Park incorporates a state of the art skate park, pumping BMX track and open play space for families to enjoy.
Above the impressive skate park bowl there is a sheltered spectator viewing area, including picnic table to overlook the spills, thrills and action of the young (and young at heart) using the […]

[ October 7, 2019; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Join Wild Imagination for a fun filled day to celebrate the launch of their new nature play activity book – Your Wild Imagination
Families will enjoy lots of FREE activities including nature craft, loose parts play, potion making and lots more in the beautiful surrounds of the olive trees at Victoria Park.
This free event will be […]

[ October 12, 2019; ]
A Day of Fashion at Norwood Place
Fashion-lovers are invited to head to Norwood Place for exclusive discounts on Saturday 12 October for A Day of Fashion.  There will be discounts centre wide and free in-centre activities.

Collect your FREE Limited Edition Gift Bag* from the pre-loved clothes donation station inside Norwood Place.  On the day there will […]

[ October 8, 2019 to October 12, 2019. ]
Try the Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak
See the magical illusion unfold before your own eyes at Westfield West Lakes during the October school holidays.
Westfield West Lakes are calling all Witches, Wizards and Muggles to appear to disappear with The Cloak of Invisibility.

You will be able to view your invisible selves through the 22 inch TV screen. […]

[ October 17, 2019 to October 20, 2019. ]
World Solar Challenge Adelaide 2019
Celebrate innovation right here in Adelaide as all 46 teams from 23 countries finish their 3,000km journey from Darwin, powered by the sun as part of the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
For over 30 years, the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge has welcomed the brightest young minds from around the world to Australia, […]

[ October 13, 2019; ]
Quentin Kenihan Playspace – Inclusive Play Day 13 October 2019
A new inclusive playspace is being built in Rymill Park / Murlawirrapurka (Park 14) and the City of Adelaide is seeking your thoughts on what you think will create a great play experience for people of all ages and abilities.
Update Thursday 6 August 2020 – READ […]

[ October 12, 2019; ]
ABC Gardeners’ Market Adelaide
Celebrate your garden with the ABC Gardeners’ Market from 8am to 1pm on Saturday 12 October 2019 in the ABC studio car park.
The market, now in its 28th year, is known for its huge selection of affordable, rare and essential gardening goodies but also for its delicious international food and family entertainment; […]

[ October 11, 2019; ]
Light the Night for the Leukaemia Foundation
Let’s shine a light on blood cancer.
Light the Night is the Leukaemia Foundation’s beautiful evening lantern walk, where Australians come together and transform the darkness into a sea of glowing light to give hope to all those impacted by blood cancer.

It’s your night to walk beside those facing their […]

[ October 11, 2019; ]
Barristers Block presents Bubs & Bubbles – Spring Edition
Bubs & Bubbles returns for the school holidays on Friday 11 October 2019.
Keep the kids entertained with Kidz Fiesta for the ultimate party. There will be ball pits, roller coasters, activity gyms and face painting. Plus, the all-year-round giant sandpit overlooking the animal farm. The kids will […]

[ October 4, 2019 to October 5, 2019. ]
Taste Eden Spring Wine Festival
This October long weekend, the new Taste Eden Spring Wine Festival event will be held in Angaston.
The festival is a family friendly event, including kids activities and face painting as well as an array of wine producers within the Taste Eden Valley portfolio. This year they welcome guest exhibitors; Pewsey Vale, […]

[ September 28, 2019 to October 13, 2019. ]
School Holiday Chocolate Workshops at Barossa Valley Chocolate Company
These October school holidays at the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, kids can participate in chocolate workshops and a pairing experience.
While you’re visiting, watch chocolatiers at work and explore their delicious range of chocolates. You can also enjoy homemade gelato and lunch at Benni’s Café or try a […]

[ October 26, 2019; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Halloween on King William Road is back for it’s fifth year
Dress up your kids in their spookiest (or cutest) outfit and take to King William Road to trick or treat amongst the shops, restaurants and cafes.
Enjoy the free Halloween Bloomsbury Street Party between 10am-2pm, which will be fun filled with music and activities for the […]

[ October 19, 2019; 11:00 am; ]
Enjoy the Halloween Fun performed by the TYPE talent kids
The performance will be held at the Parks Theatre on Saturday 19th of October 2019. Doors open at 10.45am for an 11am start.
TYPE talent is an Acting and Performing Arts School in Adelaide, uwned and run by a highly skilled team of entertainment industry professionals. Through […]

[ October 3, 2019 to October 6, 2019. October 10, 2019 to October 13, 2019. ]
Pop-up Kids Zone – School Holidays – Eighty Eight O’Connell, North Adelaide
The Pop-up Kids Zone at Eighty Eight O’Connell will be filled with an epic variety of FREE activities for children of all ages.
The Pop-up Kids Zone will be a destination of fun for the kids with free Mini Golf, Bubble Soccer, Archery Attack, Cupcake […]

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Tarnanthi – Australia’s largest […]

[ October 9, 2019; ]
Elizabeth Rise Community Centre 5th Birthday Party
Elizabeth Rise Community Centre are having their 5th Birthday celebration on Wednesday 9 October from 12-3pm. This will be a family friendly, party atmosphere and there will be lots of FREE entertainment.  Tickets are not required – just take your family and friends and go along.

The Elizabeth Rise Community […]

[ October 5, 2019; ]
Doggy Day at the Beach
Doggy Day at the Beach is an annual fun-filled, educational event for dogs and their humans at Henley Square.
City of Charles Sturt’s huge annual event, Doggy Day at the Beach is on again this year. The pooch-tastic event for all members of the family, celebrates responsible dog ownership and coincides with […]

[ October 6, 2019; ]
Pirates of Port Adelaide Family Treasure Hunt
Now in its 6th year, the Pirates of Port Adelaide Kids Treasure Hunt is back for one day only on Sunday 6 October 2019.
If your little ones are into dress-ups, pirates, mermaids, mermen, ships, treasure hunts and riddles then this is the perfect Sunday activity.
Avast, Me Hearties, th’ pirate […]

[ September 28, 2019 to October 13, 2019. ]
Adelaide Airport Plane Spotting
To entertain the kids during the school holidays go and try plane spotting.
Plane spotting is a fun, free activity to entertain the kids during school holidays or on the weekend. The Department for Education SA has some ideas for your plane spotting day out:

Airplane bingo: Make a bingo card using the […]

[ September 28, 2019 to October 13, 2019. ]
Variety Children’s Zoo at the Adelaide Zoo
Adelaide Zoo’s new Variety Children’s Zoo is open from Saturday, 28 September 2019. It’s an amazing interactive play space for kids, allowing families to get closer than ever to some of the zoo’s most popular residents.
Built with the help of the South Australian community and children’s charity Variety Australia, […]

[ October 5, 2019; 6:00 pm; ]
Crusty Demons Rise of the Demons World Tour – Adelaide
Crusty Demons are the original dirt bike superstars and they are raising the bar for their fans and going big.
Complete Events Group is bringing the Crusty Demons of Dirt back in 2019 and this time they are better and dirtier than ever.  Arriving at Australian shores […]

[ September 27, 2019; ]
Abominable Movie Review
Abominable is a beautiful movie which we think is a must-see these holidays. If you’re a How To Train Your Dragon fan like us, this is a wonderful story with some familiarity. Think Toothless with fur.

It’s a fab family film with great values of friendship, family and adventure. We love the female […]

[ October 20, 2019; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
Celebrating Seaview Downs Primary School’s 50th Anniversary with a Spring Fair.
Attractions will include a bouncy castle, sumo suit wrestling, a photo booth, face painting, Animal Capers and giant games.
Enjoy food from Squid Ink, Strawberries Galore, and Orexi – home of the Greek Souvlaki. Coffee will be available to help the parents keep up with their […]

[ October 20, 2019; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
Spring in the Garden at the Tea Tree Gully Heritage Museum
Spring is in the air – enjoy a fun family day out at the Tea Tree Gully Heritage Museum.  There will be much to see and do with exhibits by the Fern Society of SA, Gumeracha Olive Oil and Honey, live music, plants for sale, cake […]

[ October 10, 2019 to October 11, 2019. ]
AFL Max hosts the Rory Sloane Academy
Looking for ways to keep the kids busy these school holidays? Sign them up for the Rory Sloane Academy at AFL Max.
Rory will be hosting a session jam-packed with skills, fitness, mini-games, team challenges, aerial training, health education, breathing, a simulated press conference and more.

On top of that, kids […]

Adelaide School Holiday Guide – Spring 2019
Your guide to all the best activities & ideas for the October Adelaide School Holidays.
South Australian Spring School Holidays: Saturday 28 September 2019 – Sunday 13 October 2019
Spring is the perfect time to get the kids out and about these October school holidays. Throughout Adelaide there are free events […]