UPDATED: JUNE 2026 FOR ADELAIDE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
We’ve got you covered with our list of the top things Adelaide has to offer throughout the school holidays this winter, so that the kids are kept active and entertained and mum and dad get a moment (or three) to themselves!
This list is kept constantly up to date with all the BEST things to do with kids in Adelaide school holidays, so make sure you use it as a bucket list of experiences to check out with your little ones!
WHAT’S ON ON ADELAIDE | JULY WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2026
Ancient Animals at Adelaide Zoo
Open every day of the school holidays 9:30am – 5pm!
Travel millions of years back in time these school holidays and uncover the incredible connections between prehistoric giants and the amazing animals that call Adelaide Zoo home today! Visitors can compare towering Brachiosaurus with Giraffes, discover what Sabre-tooth cats have in common with Sumatran Tigers, and see how ancient swimmers evolved into today’s Little Penguins.
Along the way, they’ll complete a prehistoric scavenger quest, tackle dinosaur-themed activities, and learn how animals have adapted and evolved over millions of years. It’s a roaring adventure the whole family will love!
Book now:adelaidezoo.com.au/event/ancient-animals-school-holidays
Ancient Animals at Monarto Safari Park
Open every day of the school holidays 9:30am – 5pm!
Journey back millions of years these school holidays and discover the ancient animals that inspired some of Monarto Safari Park’s incredible wildlife! Visitors can meet the mighty Woolly Mammoth and its closest living relative, the Asian Elephant, uncover what T. rex and African Lions have in common, and see how prehistoric giants evolved into the amazing animals roaming the park today.
Along the way, they’ll complete a prehistoric scavenger quest, enjoy dinosaur and Ice Age-themed activities, and uncover the incredible story of evolution on a wild adventure the whole family will love!
Book now: monartosafari.com.au/event/ancient-animals-school-holidays
BRIXPO®: Adelaide’s biggest LEGO® adventure
A huge LEGO® exhibition packed with displays, hands-on play and family fun.
South Australia’s largest fan-run LEGO® event, BRIXPO® fills six basketball courts with more than 100 incredible builds, from detailed cities and fantasy worlds to moving creations and pop culture scenes.
Kids can dive into interactive play zones with LEGO® tables, racing ramps and remote-control cars, plus follow the Yellow BRIXPO® Road scavenger hunt to build their own mini-set. There’s also a marketplace with sets, minifigures and rare finds.
When: 11–12 July 2026
Where: St Clair Recreation Centre, Woodville
Cost: From $12.50 (Family $52)
Tickets: On sale from 11 April 2026 (use code Kiddo10 for 10% off first 200 tickets)
Link: BRIXPO.com.au
Cirkidz winter school holiday program
Circus skills sessions packed with movement, creativity and confidence-building.
Swap winter hibernation for circus adventure at the SA Circus Centre in Bowden! Kids aged 5–12 can swing on trapeze, learn aerial skills, tumble through acrobatics, tackle parkour challenges and discover new ways to move and play. No experience needed. Half-day and full-day options available with a supervised drop-off format.
Dates: Monday 6 July to Friday 17 July 2026
Location: SA Circus Centre, Home of Cirkidz — 27 Fifth St, Bowden
Ages: 5–12
For program details and online bookings, visit: cirkidz.org.au/holiday-programs or call Cirkidz on 08 8346 5735
Re:PLAY eco-conscious family workshops at Adelaide Festival Centre
Drop-in eco-conscious art workshops for families, led by prominent South Australian artists at Artspace, Adelaide Festival Centre. Kids aged 5–14 and their caregivers can layer textures, build sculptures and paint with unconventional tools using recycled and repurposed materials. A sensory-friendly session with smaller group sizes runs on Wednesday 15 July, supported by a grant from the Office for Autism, Government of South Australia.
Dates: Tuesday 15 July to Friday 18 July 2026
Location: Artspace, Adelaide Festival Centre
To book, visit: adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/whats-on/replay-families-workshops-2026
Wilderness Escape outdoor adventure programs
Looking for something fun, active, and engaging for the kids this July school holidays? Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures offers exciting outdoor programs that inspire children to explore, create, learn, and connect with nature.
From toasting marshmallows around the campfire in Forest Smores & Explore and discovering the wonders of science in Crazy Chemist & Nature Play, to solving clues in our MTB Navigation Treasure Hunt and tackling real rock faces in Rock the Climb at Onkaparinga and Morialta, there’s an adventure for every young explorer.
Kids can also unleash their creativity in Crazy Little Creators or experience a full day of outdoor fun and challenges at our Adventure Hubs.
With over 35 years of experience in outdoor education, our qualified instructors provide safe, supportive, and engaging programs for children aged 5–17 years.
We provide equipment and instruction, ensuring every child can participate with confidence. Along the way, kids build resilience, make new friends, learn new skills, and create lasting holiday memories.
Places fill quickly during the July school holidays, so don’t miss out!
Book now: https://wildernessescape.com.au/school-holiday-programs/
Phone: 08 8165 2022
Follow: @wildernessescape
Port Adelaide Power Kids Club
Port Adelaide’s Power Kids Club is free to join and a great way to give your child their first live footy experience. Members receive a free family pass to an AFL home game at Adelaide Oval and an AFLW home game at Alberton Oval, plus a merch pack on the day. Both game days feature a free Kids Zone with footy skill challenges, face painting and activities between quarters.
When: AFL and AFLW home games across the year
Location: Adelaide Oval (AFL) and Alberton Oval (AFLW)
For more information and to sign up, visit: portadelaidefc.com.au/kids-club
NumberWorks’n Words
The popular NumberWorks’n Words July Holiday Program is back this Winter Holidays and places are filling up fast! The Holiday Program is the perfect opportunity to help keep your child build confidence in maths and English to finish the year strong! It provides the perfect opportunity to revise the current year’s curriculum and lessen the learning slippage so many of them experience during each holiday break.
The program includes daily intensive lessons with students, enabling students to build rapidly on the previous day’s learning. From Reception to Year 11, NumberWorks’n Words caters to the individuals, and helps children develop their English or maths skills in a supportive environment. The NumberWorks’nWords tutoring model focuses on building learning confidence in children, to help them advance their studies and achieve their best academic results. Call to book today while there are still spots available!
Each centre will be running a 3-day program
Sessions will run from Tuesday, 14th July – Thursday, 16th July 2026
Half Day: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Full-Day Intensive: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Book your child’s initial free assessment below
Unley Centre | Level 1, 227 Unley Rd, Malvern | 8271 2121 | Book Online
Norwood Centre | 53 The Parade, Norwood | 8333 2121 | Book Online
Scholastic Children’s Book Super Sale
The Scholastic Warehouse in Norwood is hosting a massive children’s book sale across three days these winter school holidays. Pick up $2 books, fill a box for $49, save 50% off RRP, and receive a free gift with every purchase. Kids aged 3 and over can also enjoy lucky dip prizes, meet beloved Scholastic characters, and grab a Dog Man temporary tattoo.
Dates and times:
Wednesday 8 July: 8am–5pm
Thursday 9 July: 8am–5pm
Friday 10 July: 8am–5pm
Location: Scholastic Australia, 39–41 King Street, Norwood 5067
For more information, visit: facebook.com/scholasticaustralia
On Stage Musical Theatre Five Day Intensive at Adelaide Festival Centre
Adelaide Festival Centre’s On Stage Musical Theatre Five Day Intensive is a high-energy five-day program for young performers aged 10–17, running 6 to 10 July 2026. Led by industry professionals, the program dives deep into storytelling and develops the core skills of a triple threat toolkit, building technique, stage presence and confidence in a supportive, professional environment. No audition required. Registrations close 3 July — places are limited.
Dates: Monday 6 July to Friday 10 July 2026
Location: Adelaide Festival Centre
Ages: 10–17
For more information and to register, visit: adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/festivals-programs/on-stage
Tote bag design workshop at Crafternoon Co
Kids aged 7 and over can design their own one-of-a-kind tote bag at Crafternoon Co in Malvern this July. Using fabric markers, decorative patches, beads and embellishments, they’ll transform a plain tote into a personalised masterpiece. All materials are included and patches are ironed on by the Craft Captains on the day. A fun drop-off session encouraging creativity and self-expression.
Date: Tuesday 14 July 2026
Time: 12pm–2pm
Location: Crafternoon Co, Malvern SA
Ages: 7+ (drop-off session)
To book, visit: events.humanitix.com/copy-of-tote-bag-design-workshop-14th-july
Mini Ivy Art Studio free creative activation at Brickworks Marketplace
Mini Ivy Art Studio is partnering with Brickworks Marketplace for a free two-week creative activation for children and families these July school holidays. Facilitated by qualified early childhood educators, the program features six themed hands-on art sessions, a centre-wide Mini Ivy Passport Trail and a colouring competition, with all premium materials supplied and every child taking home their own creation.
The passport trail encourages families to explore the centre together, with a special treat waiting at the end. The colouring competition runs across the full fortnight, with the chance to win a $20 Big W voucher and a Mini Ivy art and craft box.
Sessions run on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 11am to 1pm, in front of Big W at Brickworks Marketplace in Torrensville.
Dates: Tuesday 7 July to Saturday 18 July 2026
Sessions: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 11am–1pm
Location: Brickworks Marketplace, in front of Big W, 38 South Rd, Torrensville
Cost: Free
Ages: Children of all ages
Adelaide Central Market school holiday program
A foodie adventure for kids with tastings, cooking classes and free fun.
Adelaide Central Market’s winter school holiday program runs 7 to 17 July 2026, with a range of activities for young food lovers and budding creatives. Highlights include the School Holiday Market Trail ($20, bookings essential), Little Market Chefs cooking classes ($25, bookings essential), a free OzHarvest cooking demo, Bastille Day celebrations on 10 and 11 July, a Cupcake Decorating Workshop ($5), free Family Storytime for ages 0–5, free Craft for Kids, and free face painting on Saturdays.
Dates: Tuesday 7 July to Friday 17 July 2026
Location: Adelaide Central Market, 44–60 Gouger St, Adelaide
For bookings and full program details, visit: adelaidecentralmarket.com.au
Sea of Light presented by Patch Theatre
Light up the July school holidays at Burnside Village with Sea of Light, a calm, creative and immersive experience presented by Patch Theatre.
Using a UV torch as their paintbrush, children can create their own voyage across the sea floor, painting glowing trails and steering ships that leave shimmering paths in their wake. Throughout the installation, illuminated artworks by contemporary Aboriginal visual artist Elizabeth Close appear across the floor, accompanied by a gentle soundscape by composer Rob Edwards.
Sessions run for 30 minutes and are suitable for children of all ages. Children must be supervised at all times. Bookings are essential.
Dates: Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July 2026 (excluding Mondays)
Sessions: Six sessions each day, 30 minutes each
Location: Level 2, next to the Health and Wellness Precinct, Burnside Village, 447 Portrush Rd, Glenside
Cost: $10 plus booking fee
To book, visit: burnsidevillage.com.au
TreeClimb Adelaide
A treetop adventure where kids climb, zip and explore through aerial courses.
TreeClimb Adelaide offers an exciting outdoor activity for kids of all ages, with aerial courses set among the trees featuring ziplines, rope crossings and climbing challenges.
Designed to build confidence and keep kids active, it is a fun way to get outdoors these school holidays. Flexible party options are also available, with easy online booking and planning.
Make sure you get in quick: TreeClimb’s school holiday sessions sell fast!
Where: Cnr Greenhill Road and Unley Road, Adelaide | Kuitpo Forest | Salisbury
When: Open during school holidays
Bookings: treeclimb.com.au
Carrick Hill
During the school holidays, Carrick Hillʼs Story Book Trail comes alive – a self guided half kilometre tail with themed areas to explore and discover throughout the picturesque Carrick Hill grounds!
This activity uses classic childrenʼs stories to encourage and ignite their imagination, from Wind in the Willows to The Hobbit to The Jungle Book and The Secret Garden, these are just a few tales kids will discover along the way. The Children’s Activity Pack includes a Story Book Trail guide, map, quiz, nature play handouts and a chocolate frog or bubbles!
Free parking at Carrick Hill. Suitable for strollers. Bookings not required.
46 Carrick Hill Dr, Springfield
Hahndorf Farm Barn
The Hahndorf Farm Barn is a unique blend of a children’s farmyard and wildlife park, just a hop skip and a jump up the freeway in beautiful Hahndorf.
You can hold, touch and feed most of the animals on the farm in complete safety and at your own comfort level. With so many activities for kids at the farm and you can easily spend hours enjoying quality time with your family and it’s the perfect day out for the school holidays. And you might just learn a thing or two about what life would be like living on a farm while you’re there!
2282 Mount Barker Rd, Hahndorf
History Trust of South Australia
One of the top things to do these school holidays is explore the exciting activities at the museums of the History Trust of South Australia. The South Australian Maritime Museum offers the Seafarer’s LEGO® Trail, a thrilling treasure hunt where kids can discover hidden minifigures and solve a puzzle for a chance to win prizes, while budding filmmakers can join the GooRoo Animation Workshops to create their own stop-motion movies. At the National Motor Museum, families can race each other on a large Scalextric slot car track or take part in the LEGO® Trail: Racing through History to win LEGO® prizes. The Migration Museum adds to the fun with the Nature LEGO® Trail, and creative minds can enjoy the Spring Light Lantern Making Workshops, crafting beautiful lanterns from natural and recycled materials. With such a variety of hands-on activities, these museums are a must-visit for a fun-filled family day out!
South Australian Maritime Museum | National Motor Museum | Migration Museum
South Australian Museum
The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia’s natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for more than 150 years. It is a place where families can learn and grow together and get hands on in the Discovery Centre where they can see fossils, frogs and watch as the Museum bees make their way out of their hive to collect honey in the CBD.
Today the Museum is one of the most visited museums in Australia and holds collections of national and international significance. It is a leader in remote and regional community engagement, and in Australian Aboriginal heritage and scientific research. Open seven days. Check out their website for fun holiday programs.
North Terrace, Adelaide
Art Gallery of South Australia
Explore the Art Gallery of South Australia with the kids in Adelaide school holidays, with more than 45,000 works of art and changing exhibitions on display, it’s a great way to introduce contemporary and historical art to your children. Start at the Gallery is an exciting introduction to art for children aged 3-12 and their families.
Held on the first Sunday of every month, Start is a free family-fun day and includes art activities, tours, live performances and entertainment. Each monthly event is themed around current exhibitions or the general collection. Start is held on the first Sunday of each month, 11am–3pm. Events are free and no bookings are necessary.
You can also discover a selection of books, homewares, jewellery and children’s gifts, inspired by the Gallery’s collection and current exhibitions in the gift store, as well as enjoy great family friendly food options in the cafe.
Art Gallery, North Terrace
Woodhouse Adventure Park
Get ready for school holiday adventures at Woodhouse Adventure Park! Whether the kids are doing the ‘Drop & Go’ UNPLUGGED program, you’re visiting as a family for the day, or settling in for an overnight stay, you can expect memorable screen-free fun… just 10 minutes up the South Eastern freeway on a 54-hectare nature wonderland at Piccadilly in the Adelaide Hills!
37 Spring Gully Rd, Piccadilly
Adventure Kayaking SA
Looking for an enjoyable family activity that will captivate everyone’s interest?
Embark on an unforgettable journey as you kayak through the fascinating Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard. Discover the hidden wonders of the mangrove lined creeks, where marine life, stunning birds, and the friendly Port River Dolphins come together in a spectacular show. Discover the depths of history and explore the Ship’s Graveyard, where abandoned relics tell tales of the past.
The best part is, you have the flexibility to explore this sanctuary in two ways: join one of Adventure Kayaking SA’s exceptional guided tours for an expert-led adventure, or opt to rent a kayak for a self-guided exploration of this captivating destination.
Adelaide Kayaking SA tours has been voted one of the TOP FOUR MUST DO activities in Adelaide.
204 Garden Island Rd, Port Adelaide
AFL Max
AFL Max is the nation’s first immersive footy skills and entertainment centre. Backed by the biggest names in the sport, the state-of-the-art facility brings together the latest technology and traditional skills development for players and fans of all ages.
Proudly situated in Adelaide’s west, you’ll be able to sharpen up on your kicking, passing and tackling skills, work up a sweat, experience the excitement of a live game in the virtual reality zone, entertain the kids and more. All under one gigantic 5,500m2 roof.
32 Butler Boulevard, Adelaide Airport
Myponga Kayak Hire
Experience this truly unique and stunning Myponga reservoir with its breathtaking views and wildlife including an abundance of bird species. Self-guide your kayak at your own pace. Explore the coves and inlets and transport yourself to another world. Myponga Reservoir has 250 hectares of water, brimming with fish and wildlife. You can explore the Myponga Reservoir on comfortable, stable and sit on top style kayaks with your family these school holidays. Kayaks can also cater for fishing equipment, you can bring your own or hire from Myponga Kayak Hire.
Myponga Kayak Hire are open most weekends, public holidays, during the school holidays and occasional days during the week dependent on our schedule and the weather. Standard time slots are 10am or 1pm for up to two hours hire. Full day begins anytime after 8am and ending at 3pm.
2a Eatts Street, Myponga
Cleland Wildlife Park
Get up close and personal with roos, koalas, wallabies, betongs and Tasmanian devils with the kids in Adelaide school holidays – most of which are in their natural habitat – and itʼs just 20 minutes away from the city centre!
Itʼs also a great place to have a picnic. Cleland Wildlife Park also have a range of school holidays programs to choose from, ranging from vacation care to full family experiences.
For opening hours, information on planning your day, fees and to buy tickets, head straight to the website.
365 Mount Lofty Summit Road, Cleland
Warrawong Sanctuary
Experience the life of a professional animal keeper for a day with the Warrawong Junior Keeper program during the School Holidays!
Open to children 6 to 16 years of age, this incredible, behind-the-scenes experience allows young animal lovers to feed, pat, hold, and care for a huge range of animals at the Sanctuary.
There are also many opportunities to have up close and personal encounters with unique Australian wildlife at Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary when you visit for the day, and activities for kids are run daily across the school holidays including wildlife shows and opportunities to meet pythons, dingos and dragons!
47 Stock Rd, Mylor
National Motor Museum
The contemporary exhibition halls at the National Motor Museum explore the stories of people and vehicles that have shaped Australia’s motoring history.. and if there’s anything we know about so many kiddos, it’s that they love things that go VROOM!
Your kiddos can discover how motor vehicles have opened up our country, linking some of the most isolated communities in the world. From the stately to the absurd, from the hand-built to the mass-produced, see the vehicles people loved and loathed, thrashed and pampered, in the pursuit of their motoring dreams!
As an international centre for the collection, research, preservation, education and display of Australian road transport history, the National Motor Museum is much more than a collection of vehicles. It is a social history of the way we were, the way we are now and the way of the future.
For opening hours, head to their website and plan your day!
Birdwood, SA
The Big Rocking Horse & Toy Factory
The Big Rocking Horse and the Toy Factory share the same site at Gumeracha, in the glorious Adelaide Hills, only 40 minutes from Adelaide. So take a drive and go for a visit!
Your kids can see how quality wooden toys are made in the working Toy Factory. There’s also an on site Wildlife Park, where you can feed the animals and birds in a beautiful and unique setting, teeming with native flora and fauna.
If you time it right, you can also include some breakfast or lunch, or take your own picnic and enjoy it in our beautiful, shaded picnic area.
And, of course, la piece de la resistance… the World’s Biggest Rocking Horse, Australia’s #1 BIG Aussie icon!! You can climb this Australian icon and receive a certificate of achievement upon completion!
452 Torrens Valley Rd, Gumeracha
West Beach Adventure
SkyChallenge, Skywalk, Megabounce and now the Giantswing! Mega Adventure has something for everyone. The SkyWalk is for all ages and heights! Whether you have friends and family on the SkyChallenge, or just want to take in the views, you can climb 83 steps to the highest platform on the SkyMate.
Alternatively, the SkyChallenge has over 70 obstacles available for you to tackle at your own level and speed, the SkyChallenge is perfect for anyone wanting a stimulating experience to do with kids in Adelaide school holidays.
Imagine playing tennis in the sky, rowing a boat mid-air, or manoeuvring between obstacles like a floating esky, BMX bike, and sky-high picnic table.
Book holiday tickets now! Mega Adventure also hosts birthday parties, for more party venue ideas check out our KIDDO Adelaide Party Venue guide!
4 Hamra Ave, West Beach
Funtopia Prospect
Your kiddos will have a funbelievable time these school holidays; whether it’s climbing up Jack’s beanstalk, scaling brick buildings or climbing Funtopia’s interactive pro climbing walls, they’re going to keep going back for more, over and over again!
There’s something for all the kiddos, big and small, with Playground World and Toddler World offering an alternative to the common playground, with super slides, go carts and a mirror maze to keep little people busy and buzzing.
259-269 Main N Rd, Sefton Park
The Beachouse
Packed with Australian-first and world class attractions, The Beachouse is the perfect destination for a fun-filled day out! You’ll find games and rides that will entertain the adults as well as the kids!
With 3 fully enclosed heated waterslides, Soli Italian Formula 1 Dodgem Cars, awesome blaster boats, a historic 120 year old Carousel, a western themed 18 hole mini golf course, a dizzying 5 mini story play castle and an Italian built train for the little ones, you are sure to have a ball!
This is an absolute no brainer when it comes to looking for things to do with kids in Adelaide school holidays.
4 Colley Terrace, Glenelg
Captain Jolley’s Paddleboats
These pedal powered boats have been used as a source of fun for children, families, and tourists coming to see our beautiful city of Adelaide since 1962 and are still going strong (with a few boat upgrades in that time of course)! On your private perch on the River Torrens, you’re in the perfect position to take in local scenery while getting active in the outdoors, and kids just love the paddleboats!
Choose a sunny day and get your kids out on the river these school holidays!
River Torrens, Elder Park
Palace Nova
Catch a movie at Palace Nova with the kids in Adelaide school holidays! Palace Nova Prospect boasts 14 screens, from boutique style theatres to larger sized cinemas and during the school holidays there are always a plethora of kids and families to choose from.
The inside of the art deco cinema is also totally luxe and has some beautiful artwork in keeping with the artsy prospect vibe, so if you’re choosing a cinema, it’s a great one to pick!
98 Prospect Rd, Prospect
Adelaide Oval tours
Make your kiddos dreams come true with a peek behind the scenes extending further than the usual oval green! Visit a number of areas that are usually inaccessible and learn about the heritage and significance of Adelaide Oval. Expert volunteer guides will guide you and your little ones through the ins and outs of Adelaide oval and share captivating tales of the history of the venue, the sporting greats who have competed here and the Oval’s iconic status in SA.
Part of the KIDDO crew took an Adelaide Oval Stadium Tour – here’s what we thought!
War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide
Wigley Reserve playground
The spectacular playspace is the place to be for residents and visitors to Glenelg, with the redevelopment of Wigley Reserve featuring a Playspace and Fitness Hub.
The playspace, funded by the City of Holdfast and State Government features: a climbing tunnel, in-ground trampolines, swings, slides, a log climbing structure, stepping boulders, a sensory nature-trail and accessibility is a focus with the new space offering increased opportunity to all ages, interests and abilities.
For more playgrounds, check out our quick look guide to Adelaide’s best playgrounds.
Glenelg, SA
Glenelg Foreshore playground
The Glenelg foreshore playground is EPIC – so epic that ummmm, can adults have a go? It ticks all the boxes for what kids want in a play area, itʼs safe and honestly must be the only playground with prime coastal views, so you can grab a coffee, get a little Vitamin D and enjoy the sea breeze while the kids play till their hearts content!
Check out the KIDDO Quick Look Guide to Adelaide’s Best Playgrounds for more awesome spots to head with the kids during the school holidays.
Glenelg Foreshore
Visit Glenelg Foreshore playspace
Morialta Falls
A protected conservation area just 10kms NE of the CBD, youʼll feel like youʼve escaped to the serene bushland when really youʼre so close to home. A great day out to get out in nature, burn some energy and take in the beauty of the rugged nature surrounds.
Plus, there are three seasonal waterfalls within the area so you can play a game with the kids, who spots the waterfall first! And if it’s waterfalls you’re looking for, check out our Top 10 waterfall hikes in SA.
Morialta Falls Rd, Woodforde
Visit Morialta Conversation Park
Kuitpo Forest walks
Kuitpo Forest is filled with amazing trails for different abilities and ages, trails made for walking, riding and horse riding, your little ones eyes will feast on our breathtaking landscape and perhaps see animals in their natural habitat along the way. For more information on the different trails available, head to their website.
If you’re looking for family friendly walking trails you could also try the family friendly Mt Lofty trail or if you have a pram in tow and don’t want to get off the beaten track, check out our guide to the top pram friendly walks in the Adelaide metro.
Alexandrina Council, SA
Belair National Park
Fun fact: Belair national park was the first national park in South Australia and is so rich in history with beautiful Aboriginal tree carvings still on display! It makes sense that itʼs so popular! Set in amongst bushland, there are so many things to discover here.
There are so many trails for walking, bike riding – or even horse riding! Beautiful areas for picnics and 39 tennis courts and cricket pitches!!
Itʼs filled with native plants and really is a beautiful place that you can make an entire day trip out of!
Upper Sturt Rd, Belair
St. Kilda adventure playground
The St. Kilda adventure playground has a reputation as ‘must-visitʼ and rightly so. It is SO MUCH FUN – oh, and the kids love it too 
Itʼs just a short drive away from the Adelaide CBD and can be filed under: full day out of fun.
The recently revamped playground includes slides, a pirate ship, castle and flying fox as well as plenty of room to run around and a great BBQ area too – we werenʼt kidding when we said you can make a day out of it.
While youʼre there – donʼt forget to check out the Mangrove Walk, I still have memories as a kid from visiting and being blown away that we were ‘walking on water as you trail through mangroves on the elevated walkway that makes its way to an incredible lookout.
470 St Kilda Rd, St Kilda
Haighs free factory tour
Haighs – an Adelaide institution that needs NO introduction, we donʼt need to beat around the bush, we are alllll familiar with their chocolate and we couldnʼt be prouder that some of the best chocolate in the world comes from Adelaide, South Australia.
So, not only do they make the best chocolate but they offer free guided tours of the factory where all the chocolate making magic happens! Not only do they show you how their premium chocolate is made but they educate on how and where the cocoa beans are sourced from.
Plus, on the way out the shop is right there which means you can go in and treat yourself to a chocolate frog… or 20, no judgment here.
154 Greenhill Rd, Parkside
Visit Haighs chocolate factory tours
Adelaide Planetarium
Launch into space these school holidays at the planetarium! Calling all star gazers + Jnr astronauts, to take a tour of the solar system and learn about all the other worldly magic that exists beyond our atmosphere.
Planetarium experience $12 each – bookings essential!
Building P, Mawson Lakes
Visit the Adelaide Planetarium
Theatre Bugs
Whether your child is a natural performer, itʼs something theyʼve shown interest in or youʼre just looking for a school holiday program where they can meet new friends, develop new skills bust most importantly, have fun… look no further than Theatre Bugs!
They host a range of Mini Bugs and Junior Holiday Programs that range from ages 5 to 14 over 5 venues and their amazing programs come highly recommended!
Adelaide Theatre Academy
Visit Theatre Bugs school holiday programs
Marshmallow playground
This super fun playground underwent a major facelift and is now even bigger and better than before! Youʼll find swings, climbing equipment, slides and an interactive nature and water play area. Kids LOVE this place and itʼs easy to see why, itʼs a childs dream!
Plus, itʼs fully enclosed with a fence running the perimeter so you can rest assured they canʼt run off anywhere. Thereʼs seating and BBQ areas and grassy areas for the older kids to kick a footy.
Glen Osmond Rd, Adelaide
Adelaide Botanic Gardens
We are so lucky in Adelaide, our Botanic Gardens are seriously beautiful and oh-so-peaceful considering theyʼre in the heart of the hustle and bustle of the city!
It really makes for a fun day out, take a wander around, stop for a picnic and just enjoy being present in nature – thereʼs plenty of flora and fauna to see and loads of room for the kids to run around!
As the light changes throughout the day and seasons, you can still experience Chihuly, a stunning large-scale glass sculpture exhibition, in the beautiful botanical destination until 29 April.
North Terrace, Adelaide
Visit Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Adelaide Farmers Market
We are huge fans of Farmers Markets here at Kiddo and one of our favourites is the Adelaide Showground Farmers Market at Goodwood!
Seriously fresh produce (talk about farm to table!), amazing baked goods – those donuts and that bread, friendly vendors and itʼs a great activity to include the kids in, to help make healthy and nutritious also fun!
Every Sunday from 8.30am – 1pm with FREE parking.
Leader St, Wayville
Mitcham Reserve
Mitcham Reserve is a very popular reserve for BBQs, picnics, get togethers and days out in the sunshine!
The beautiful creek runs through the reserve and there are plenty of trees providing shade, a new nature play playground, BBQ areas, seating and public toilets.
Spencer Rd, Mitcham
Cockle Train
Apart from the fact that a day out to Victor Harbour is already the perfect school holiday fun, itʼs made even better by the fact that itʼs home to the Cockle Train which travels along the oldest steel railed railway in Australia dating back to 1887.
All aboard! Times, fares and booking info is all available on the website.
Victor Harbour, SA
Visit the Cockle Train timetable
Jungle in Willunga
Created over 25 years ago, Jungle In Willunga is Adelaideʼs #1 stop nursery. When you want to deck out your home with new greenery or make your garden a little more tropical, this is the place to go.
Plus, the kids wonʼt get bored as they will love exploring the jungle keeping their eyes peeled for exotic creatures and traveling along the jungle walk which can be entered via gold coin donation.
Easy peasy, stock up on your greenery and keep the kids entertained!
175 Main Rd, Willunga
Hallet Cove boardwalk
This coastal clifftop boardwalk along the rocky coastline travels from Marino to Hallett Cove and winds its way along some of the most beautiful scenery you will lay your eyes on – trust us, the views make the effort worth it.
Itʼs a great workout as there are steep steps of stairs and itʼs a good way to keep the kids (ahem, you!) active!
Heron Way, Hallett Cove
Granite Island
A small island next to Victor Harbor, Granite Island can be accessed by horse drawn tram (so cool!) or by a short walk over the wooden causeway!
It’s known for its trails and adventure element as well as penguin and whale spotting!
Visit Granite Island recreation park
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