[ October 19, 2024; ]
In celebration of Children’s Week, Dr Terence Sheppard (B.Ec., B.A. Psych. (Hons), PhD), an Adelaide Paediatric psychologist and co-author of Positive Parenting: a Guide to Raising Psychologically Healthy Children, will be hosting a special talk.
A veteran and well-known authority on the subject of mental health for children and teenagers, Dr Terence will host an interactive […]
[ October 14, 2024 to October 20, 2024. ]
Get ready to join Australia’s biggest birdwatching and citizen science event this October. Whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out, this is your chance to connect with nature in a fun and easy way.
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is one of Australia’s biggest citizen science events. This year is the eleventh count, […]
[ October 25, 2024 to October 27, 2024. ]
It’s cars, it’s country, it’s camping – Introducing the 2024 Bend Classic!
Get ready to be transported back in time at the all-new Bend Classic – a thrilling 3-day event that will ignite your senses. Witness the iconic roar of classic cars as they take to the circuit, explore captivating car displays, and test your skills […]
[ October 9, 2024; ]
A relaxed, sensory-friendly evening at the South Australian Museum during the October school holidays..
A sensory-friendly evening for visitors of all ages, their families, friends and support workers.
Visitors with sensory or accessibility needs such as autism can enjoy a quieter, less crowded visit to the Museum after hours. This is a chance to see all of […]
[ October 5, 2024 to October 6, 2024. ]
The 2024 Adelaide Coin, Banknote & Collectables Expo will be held over the long weekend in October at the Torrens Parade Ground.
This year, there will be over 25 local and and interstate dealers buying, selling, and providing valuations. The Royal Australian Mint will also be in attendance. Entry to the expo is via a gold […]
[ October 4, 2024 to October 7, 2024. ]
The much-loved Semaphore Music Festival is back and celebrating a huge milestone this year—its 20th Anniversary with a stellar lineup to mark the occasion.
As one of Adelaide’s premier Alt-Country, Roots, and Blues festivals, this event promises to be bigger and better than ever, returning to the Semaphore Foreshore Reserve, (the first time in 6 […]
[ October 4, 2024 to October 5, 2024. ]
Adelaide’s Halal Food Festival celebrates multicultural cuisines from over 30 vibrant cultures from all around the world.
Families can explore the world through flavoursome tastes and smells, with the largest variety of cuisines offered in a local food festival. After the success of last year’s inaugural event the popular festival is back in 2024.
Adelaide’s first annual […]
[ October 2, 2024; ]
RSPCA SA School Holiday Movie Night to Support Animals.
The Wild Robot will screen on Wednesday 2 October 2024 at Wallis Cinemas in Mitcham, with part proceeds from ticket sales going to support animals being cared for by RSPCA South Australia.
The Wild Robot is an animated science fiction film about a robot named Roz, who finds […]
[ November 15, 2024 to December 1, 2024. ]
Help make Christmas brighter for someone in need by filling a bag with the essentials for Share the Dignity’s ‘It’s in the bag’ campaign.
It’s in the Bag is one of Australia’s most loved Christmas appeals, where they encourage everyday Australians to put together Adult, Teen or Mum and Bub bags filled with essential items, and […]
[ October 1, 2024; October 8, 2024; ]
School Holiday Nutrition Workshops for Kids.
Do you want to up skill your children with important life skills and knowledge around the importance of nutrition?
Brooke Hines from Puzzle Performance is running nutrition workshops in the October school holidays for junior athletes and their families. Brooke is an accredited practicing dietitian and sports dietitian and as a […]
[ October 31, 2024; ]
Spooky Spectacular
Get ready for a night of thrills and chills at the Salisbury Community Hub. Dress up in your best Halloween costume and enjoy a variety of spooky activities. From spooky science to creepy crafts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Pizza will be served from 6:00pm followed by the NitroNat Fire Show at 7.15pm.
Activities include:
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Celebrate 30 Years of Nepenthe at Sundays on the Hill!
Join Nepenthe Wines for a special 30th birthday edition of Sundays on the Hill. Get ready to relax, unwind, and celebrate in style as they mark three decades of crafting exceptional wines in the stunning Adelaide Hills.
Event Highlights:
Indulge in the perfect Sunday afternoon surrounded by picturesque […]
[ October 26, 2024; ]
The Halloween Roller Disco at the Blackwood Rec Centre is back again in 2024!
The roller disco has been a hugely popular event in the past with a DJ, skating games, prizes, face painting and more. A special thank you to the City of Mitcham for supporting the event!
The price is $13.00 per person to […]
[ October 26, 2024; ]
Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly Halloween adventure at Adelaide Gaol!
One of Adelaide’s favourite Halloween events is back packed with spooky fun for everyone.
Explore the Gaol’s eerie spaces, where surprises await around every corner—from a zombie apocalypse to an alien experimentation lab! Test your luck at the creepy carnival’s arcade games (don’t forget your $1 […]
Family Friendly Halloween Events in Adelaide
There are lots of fun, family friendly Halloween events happening all around Adelaide on the last weekend in October.
Find things to do with the kids for Halloween in Adelaide – from organised events to walking around the local neighbourhood with family and friends. Plan your costumes ready to take to […]
[ October 26, 2024; ]
Marion Cultural Centre Plaza has reopened after an extensive upgrade, with a community event planned for 26 October 2024.
The City of Marion council has redeveloped the Plaza to become the vibrant heart to their city and to provide the community with a space to get together and celebrate, relax and experience some of the best […]
Find an Outdoor Swimming Pool in Adelaide – Season Opening Dates.
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 […]
Free Community Water Park – Moonta Bay’s Splash Town
Splash Town is a popular FREE community water park open to the public, situated just near the playground on the foreshore at Moonta Bay, right near the Moonta Bay Caravan Park. Each season it generally opens on the October long weekend, just in time for the Spring school holidays. […]
[ October 6, 2024; ]
The Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market is celebrating 18 years of supporting South Australian farmers and producers.
Go along to the Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market on the Sunday of the October long weekend and help them celebrate their 18th birthday.
To celebrate this milestone they are inviting you to join them on Sunday, 6 October 2024 for a […]
[ October 12, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Visit the National Railway Museum on the last weekend of the October school holidays for the annual Heritage Transport Expo.
This two day event will be held on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 October 2024. All train (steam train BUB and diesel Redhen railcars) and Port bus trip rides are included with your admission ticket. There will […]
[ October 2, 2024 to October 3, 2024. ]
Join the high-energy basketball school holiday camp We Are King David this October featuring Harlem Globetrotter Travion “Diesel” Kirkendoll!
Elevate your game, have a blast, and forge new friendships during the October school holidays at the We Are King David basketball camp. The camp is designed for players of all ages and skill levels—whether you’re a […]
[ October 5, 2024 to October 7, 2024. ]
What’s On for Families & Kids in Adelaide over the October Long Weekend
The October long weekend coincides with the final week 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 6 October […]
[ October 2, 2024 to October 5, 2024. ]
Actually Acting Mini.
Join Actually Acting for their newest school holiday drama program from 2 – 5 October 2024. Suitable for ages 7 to 10, young actors will meet and play some drama games to get to know each other. There are no auditions, roles will be divided evenly between attendees and everyone will […]
Monthly community catch up for Dads in the Adelaide Hills.
Dads. Kids. Coffee. And maybe a playground. It sounds simple, because it is simple.
Dads Groups are a gathering of new fathers meeting together with their kids, a coffee, and often a playground. The peer-to-peer approach of Dads Groups create an evidenced-based and effective framework for support […]
[ October 17, 2024; ]
Playgroup at the Zoo, Playgroup SA’s annual membership event, returns to Adelaide Zoo in 2024.
The 2024 Playgroup SA event of the year celebrating 50 years of Playgroup SA – a “thank you” for families enrolled with Playgroup SA.
Get out your calendars and save the date for the much loved annual Playgroup at the Zoo event. […]
[ September 27, 2024 to October 13, 2024. ]
Embark on a scavenger hunt along Hutt Street and discover adorable plush dog toys showcased in shopfront windows. Unleash your inner detective and track down these charming treasures for a chance to win exciting prizes.
Take your friends and family along for a paw-some adventure filled with joy and laughter at Paws and Plushies […]
[ October 11, 2024; ]
Trucks on Tour FREE school holiday event at Wilfred Taylor Reserve.
Get up close with your favourite council and emergency services vehicles during the October school holidays.
Trucks on Tour is a free community event hosted by the City of Onkaparinga. Designed to immerse children and their families in the workings of council’s trucks and vehicles whilst […]
[ October 20, 2024; ]
In 2024, more than 1500 historic vehicles will make the journey from Barratt Reserve in West Beach to the National Motor Museum in Birdwood in the Adelaide Hills.
The iconic Bay to Birdwood is one of the world’s great historic motoring events and has been a standout fixture on the South Australian events calendar since 1980.
Held […]
[ October 26, 2024; ]
Family friendly day out at the Loxton Historical Village Alive and Garden Day.
The Village, situated on the shaded banks of the mighty Murray River, was established in 1970 and it’s aim has been to preserve memorabilia, paper based records, photographs, books, artefacts, machinery and buildings as well as other elements of the district’s history.
The Village […]
[ October 12, 2024; ]
Join in for a fun filled Oktoberfest celebration in Hahndorf during the October school holidays.
Enjoy the 2024 Hahndorf Oktoberfest this year in the heart of South Australia’s German town. Enjoy great music, food, culture and beer with family and friends at Alec Johnston Park.
This family friendly event on Saturday 12 October will feature authentic […]
