october 2023 Articles

Community Fun Day | Fremont Park Upgrade Opening | 7 Oct 2023

[ October 7, 2023; ]

Family & Dog Friendly Community Fun Day at Fremont Park
The first stage of the much-anticipated upgrade to the eastern portion of Fremont Park is opening on Thursday 21 September 2023.  The refreshed open green space features newly irrigated lawns, gazebo, new parking areas, toilets and extensive landscaping and is ready for the community to enjoy.  

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October School Holiday Fun at the Marion Cultural Centre

[ October 5, 2023; October 12, 2023; ]
Family Fun at the Marion Cultural Centre during the October School Holidays.
The Marion Cultural Centre is holding two family friendly shows for kids during the October school holidays – Funny Farmers Get MOOving and Silly Song Circus.  Suitable for kids aged 3-8 years, Funny Farmers Get MOOving features live music, puppets and comedy skits while Silly Song […]

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Pageant Countdown Family Friendly Event in Rundle Mall | 4 Oct 2023

[ October 4, 2023; ]
One month countdown to the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant in Adelaide.
To celebrate the one-month countdown to the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, the festive season will come early to Rundle Mall for one day only these school holidays.

On Wednesday, 4 October 2023 enjoy a variety of activities, music and treats as well as the exciting reveal […]

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Pick Your Own Flowers | Shimmering Pines Farm | Sep & Oct 2023

Pick Your Own Flowers at Shimmering Pines Farm
Well known for their popular Sunflower Festival, Shimmering Pines Farm in Tarlee will be holding ‘Pick Your Own Flower Sessions’ this Spring.
You will need to register for updates via the Shimmering Pines Farm website as they will be releasing tickets to subscribers only.
Sessions will be spread out over […]

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The Spookhouse Weekend | Halloween at The Beachouse | 27-29 Oct 2023

[ October 27, 2023 to October 29, 2023. ]
The Spookhouse Family Friendly Halloween Weekend
This year the Beachouse is mixing it up – rather than a lock-in, they have session times available all throughout the day and night so you can pick the most convenient time for you and your family.

The Beachouse will be transformed into a spooky haunted mansion (kid friendly of course) […]

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Afternoon Delights | Shottesbrooke Vineyards | 1 Oct 2023

[ October 1, 2023; ]     
Afternoon Delights at Shottesbrooke Vineyards
After a couple of years in the cellar, Shottesbrooke Vineyards are opening the door on Sunday 1 October and bringing Afternoon Delights back to the lawns at Shottesbrooke.
Experience an unforgettable day of family fun amongst the vineyards featuring live entertainment by South Australia’s own incredible band, Germein and legendary children’s […]

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Halloween at SASMEE Park | 28 Oct 2023

[ October 28, 2023; ]
SASMEE Halloween Run 2023
SASMEE Park Miniature Train Rides at Millswood will hold a special spooky run for Halloween with two sessions – one in the afternoon and another one in the evening.
Buying tickets online will guarantee your entry. Online bookings close at noon on the event day. Please note the number of tickets is limited […]

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Prospect Spring Fair | Broadview Oval | 28 Oct 2023

[ October 28, 2023; ]
Prospect Spring Fair at Broadview Oval/Yarnta Tutu Yarta
Get ready for an unforgettable family-friendly community day out at the much-anticipated Prospect Spring Fair on Saturday 28 October.

Join the excitement at Broadview Oval, 10am – 3pm, for a day filled with entertainment that promises something for everyone.

With over 50 market stalls featuring handcrafted goods, artisan wares, jewellery, […]

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October Long Weekend | What’s On for Families & Kids in Adelaide

[ September 30, 2023 to October 2, 2023. ]
What’s On for Families & Kids in Adelaide over the October Long Weekend
The October long weekend coincides with the start of the school holidays so there’s plenty on offer for families to enjoy, and you can make the most of the longer days too with the start of daylight savings on Sunday 1 October. 

Spring is […]

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Adelaide’s Outdoor Swimming Pools – Season Opening Dates

Find an Adelaide Outdoor Swimming Pool
As the weather starts to heat up in Spring, you will find most of Adelaide’s public outdoor swimming pools are open from September or October through to late March or April.  Many will be open in time for the Spring school holidays.
Below you will find a list of outdoor swimming […]

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Jamestown Air Spectacular | 8 Oct 2023

[ October 8, 2023; ]
The Jamestown Air Spectacular is a one day regional aviation event in South Australia.
The Jamestown Air Spectacular is back in 2023 with an air show to entertain and delight the whole family. Keep your eyes to the sky as pilots David and James put their aircraft through a competition aerobatics display, see the Vought F4U-5NL […]

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Foreshore Fiesta | Glenelg | 12 Oct 2023

[ October 12, 2023; ]
Live Music, Food and Drinks on the Glenelg Foreshore
Powered by the Australian Masters Games, Jetty Road Glenelg and the City of Holdfast Bay, step into the heart of the Glenelg Foreshore, bathed in the soft glow of festoon, embraced by fire pits’ warmth, and cradled in the comfort of cozy seating. Expect your senses to […]

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Port Elliot Show | 7 & 8 Oct 2023

[ October 7, 2023 to October 8, 2023. ]
Port Elliot Show – Celebrating their 143rd show in 2023.
This traditional agricultural show provides a showcase for rural activity, giving local agriculturalists a chance to meet and exchange views, as well as giving suburban residents a place to learn about local agriculture and have a wonderful family day out. 
On the Saturday, this year’s show will […]

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Walk for Prems Adelaide | Life’s Little Treasures Foundation | 15 Oct 2023

[ October 15, 2023; ]
Big Steps for Little Treasures
In its 14th year, Walk for Prems will take place in Adelaide at Peace Park as well as in eight other locations across Australia during the month of October.
Walk for Prems 2023 is proudly presented by Baby Bunting and is the largest annual fundraiser by Life’s Little Treasures Foundation, Australia’s foremost […]

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ST. ALi Italian Film Festival | Palace Cinemas | 20 Sep – 15 Oct 2023

[ September 20, 2023 to October 15, 2023. ]
ST. ALi Italian Film Festival Adelaide 2023
The 2023 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival presented by Palace, Australia’s pre-eminent event celebrating the culture and cinema of Italy, returns this Spring.
The Festival promises to whisk audiences straight to Italy featuring an eclectic mix of contemporary Italian auteurs, documentaries, a retrospective focus on much-loved Italian cinema legend Massimo […]

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Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year 2023  | SA Museum | 26 Aug – 29 Oct 2023

[ August 26, 2023 to October 29, 2023. ]
Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year 2023 
A South Australian Museum exhibition, the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year competition and exhibition celebrates the natural heritage of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea.
See nature up close through stunning images by professional, emerging and junior photographers who have shown impeccable timing, patience, artistry and […]

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Pixar Putt Adelaide mini golf

Pixar Putt | Pop-Up Mini Golf Adelaide | 29 Sep – 22 Oct 2023

[ September 29, 2023 to October 22, 2023. ]
Pixar Putt Pop-Up Mini Golf coming back to Adelaide for the school holidays!
Adelaide, it’s time to kick some serious putt! Everyone’s favourite Pixar-themed pop-up mini-golf course is returning to South Australia this September/October.
Australia’s much-loved mini-golf phenomenon, Pixar Putt, will open at Riverbank Promenade, Adelaide Convention Centre on Friday 29 September through to Sunday 22 October […]

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Sea to Shore | Glenelg Seafood Festival | 28 Oct 2023

[ October 28, 2023; ]
Sea to Shore Glenelg Seafood Festival
Experience South Australia’s finest seafood with the return of the Sea to Shore Glenelg Seafood Festival in October.

The foreshore will become a hub for the senses where guests can indulge in a range of delicious, fresh seafood dishes curated by South Australian chefs, paired with local wines and gins while […]

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$7 holiday movies for kids capri

School Holiday Movie Deal- $7 Kids Tickets | Capri Theatre | 30 Sep – 15 Oct 2023

[ September 30, 2023 to October 15, 2023. ]
$7 Movie Deal at the Capri!
Kids can see RUBY GILLMAN: TEENAGE KRAKEN, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM or PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE at the Capri over the School Holidays for only $7 a ticket!
Adults are $11 and a family of 4 is $35! You also get $1 off popcorn!! Go on a Wednesday […]

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The Great Moscow Circus | Adelaide & Regional SA | Sep – Nov 2023

[ September 8, 2023 to September 17, 2023. September 21, 2023 to September 24, 2023. September 29, 2023 to October 15, 2023. October 19, 2023; November 2, 2023 to November 5, 2023. ]
The Great Moscow Circus is back!
With an all new extreme show, The Great Moscow Circus features some of Australia’s top BMX and scooter riders, exciting trampoline performances, Russian swing and the world’s best dare devil motorcycle cage riders.  Expect to see breathtaking aerial performances and much more. 

The show will be in Port Lincoln from Friday […]

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Halloween at the Adelaide Zoo | 27 Oct 2023

[ October 27, 2023; ]
Adelaide Zoo’s freaky family event ‘Boo at the Zoo’ is back this Halloween
Calling all ghosts, ghouls and goblins! Join the Adelaide Zoo if you dare for a Halloween scare at their annual spooktacular after hours event.
Book your Boo at the Zoo adventure on Friday 27 October for a frightfully-fun night of entertainment.

Dress up in bewitching costumes […]

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Adelaide 36ers | NBL24 Season Basketball Home Games

[ October 1, 2023; October 14, 2023; October 19, 2023; October 21, 2023; November 11, 2023; November 17, 2023; December 9, 2023; December 24, 2023; December 28, 2023; January 6, 2024; January 11, 2024; January 27, 2024; February 2, 2024; February 18, 2024; ]
Adelaide 36ers – NBL24 Basketball Home Games
Get ready for an incredible basketball experience with the Adelaide 36ers as they take the court by storm at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.   Showcasing the finest skills and exciting moments that will leave you on the edge of your seat, new imports Jacob Wiley, Jamal Franklin and Trey […]

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Aussie Backyard Bird Count | 16-22 Oct 2023

[ October 16, 2023 to October 22, 2023. ]
Birdlife Australia’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count
The 2023 Aussie Bird Count will run from 16‒22 October during National Bird Week.
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is one of Australia’s biggest citizen science events. This year is the tenth count, and the organisers are hoping it will be the biggest yet. Join thousands of people around the country in […]

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Stirling Laneways | Adelaide Hills Market | Sep 2023 – Apr 2024

[ September 24, 2023; October 22, 2023; November 26, 2023; December 17, 2023; January 28, 2024; February 25, 2024; March 24, 2024; April 28, 2024; ]
Stirling Laneways is more than a market. It is a celebration of local village life and the spectacular seasons in the Adelaide Hills.  It brings something colourful, cozy and a little bit crazy to market Sundays in Stirling from September to April each year.
Each market event celebrates life with a different fun theme that creates an […]

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Touch a Truck | Mitchell Park | 6 Oct 2023

[ October 6, 2023; ]
Touch a Truck is a FREE school holiday adventure that will be truckloads of fun!
Ever wondered what it’s like to drive a digger? Or maybe you’re curious about the secrets hidden inside a police car? The answers are just a touch away!

Get behind the wheel, touch the controls, and meet the staff from organisations that […]

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Top Things to do in Adelaide for Families this Spring

Family Friendly things to do around Adelaide this Spring
Spring is the perfect time to get outdoors as a family and explore everything Adelaide has to offer as we start to enjoy warmer weather and longer days. There’s no better time to get outside and make the most of Adelaide’s walking trails, parks, gardens and playgrounds.
Spring […]

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Along the River | Felixstow | 8 Oct 2023

[ October 8, 2023; ]
Connect, discover and engage with nature at Along the River, with Nature Play SA.
The event is set within Felixstow Reserve, surrounded by majestic river gums, native flora and abundant bird life, wetlands and walking tracks to explore. Activities are all free and include sunflower bee bombs, bee hotels and tours of the river. 

Take a walk […]

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Light for the Bight | Semaphore | 14 Oct 2023

[ October 14, 2023; ]
Light for the Bight is a free, family friendly, celebration of the incredible Nullarbor and Great Australian Bight brought alive through story by lantern-light at sunset.
Go along to Semaphore Foreshore, wait for the sun to set and then watch the magnificent lanterns commence their spectacular parade from the jetty to the reserve and then on […]

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Lunch on the Lawns at Government House | Adelaide

[ September 1, 2023; October 6, 2023; November 3, 2023; December 1, 2023; January 5, 2024; February 2, 2024; March 1, 2024; May 3, 2024; ]
Lunch on the Lawns at Government House in Adelaide
Her Excellency the Governor is opening the family friendly grounds of Government House for the public to enjoy their lunch picnic-style on the lawns.
Her Excellency and Mr Bunten invite the public to go along to the Government House gardens, take a picnic lunch, spread out a rug […]

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Hiccup! | Windmill Theatre Co | 30 Sep – 7 Oct 2023

[ September 30, 2023; October 4, 2023 to October 7, 2023. ]
Windmill Theatre Company’s production of Hiccup!
Hiccup is a hilarious rocking musical extravaganza about working together, finding friendship and how to, once and for all, stop the hiccups.
It’s a perfect, balmy night in the outback. A sleep-deprived camper, a cheeky quokka and an emu with a penchant for creating wild inventions, awake to discover that a […]

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