UPDATED: JULY 2024 FOR ADELAIDE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024
Holidays are here! And even though there is the excitement of long, lazy days, with no schedule and quality time with the kids, there’s also the sheer horror of… HOW DO WE KEEP THE KIDS ENTERTAINED?!!!!
We’ve got you covered with our list of the top things Adelaide has to offer throughout the school holidays 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.
WHAT’S ON ADELAIDE WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024 | JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024
Cirkidz July School Holiday Programs
Get off the couch and run away to the Cirkidz in Bowden, where every kid gets to be a star! We can’t wait to welcome you to our awesome half-day and full-day sessions of circus learning and fun. Flip out on the trampoline, soar among the rafters, learn acro tricks certain to impress, or try a bit of everything to discover YOUR circus superpower… all in our fully indoor & air-conditioned circus centre!
All your favourite fun and friendly circus trainers are back, guiding you through exciting sessions such as Parkour, Off The Wall, Soar & More, Circus Smorgasbord, Circus Pick’N’Mix, and Ready, Set, Circus. All sessions are suitable for ages 5 – 12 (except for Parkour, which is strictly for ages 8 – 12).
Check out the full program below, then follow the link to book your spot now!
27 Fifth St, Bowden
Cirkidz presents Stacks On, a New Family Circus Show
One layer, two layers, three. Boldly but gently, we stack on top of each other to build the tallest towers ever!
We’ve blown up everyone’s favourite balancing toy and created the Babblers.
For all the things that make us different, the Babblers remind us of what makes us the same; our shared dream to reach the stars.
Drawing inspiration from global stories of tower building and towers falling, the acrobats and Babblers work together in this new show for families.
The experience includes acrobatics, puppetry, magic, and belly laughs for all ages.
Built here in Adelaide at the SA Circus Centre (home of Cirkidz), Stacks On celebrates human ingenuity and ambition.
Wednesday 17th of July – Saturday 20th of July, 9:30a,m & 11:30am
Marion Cultural Centre, Oaklands Park
Carclew July School Holiday Program
Get ready for an action-packed week of fun at Carclew House these July school holidays!
With a wide variety of creative activities led by top artists, including zine making, painting, dancing, songwriting, and a Pyjama Party, there’s something for every young person aged 5-17 years to enjoy.
Leading artists include; Ruby Chew, who empowers students with practical and conceptual art skills; Chloe Noble, who translates feelings into unique visual language through expressionist paintings; Tanya Voges, a Creative Art Therapist specialising in Dance/Movement Therapy; and Naomi Keyte, who explores connecting to music through collective narratives.
Don’t miss this opportunity for your child to learn from these inspiring artists and discover their creative potential. Limited space available, book now via the link to avoid missing out!
Monday 15th of July – Friday 19th of July
11 Jeffcott St, North Adelaide
Urth Clay Studio School Holiday Classes
Big Brain Tiny Hands is our favorite kids holiday activity. Our one-off pottery classes prioritize experimentation and muddy fun over seeking perfection. Unlike traditional approaches, we encourage kids to freely explore shapes and textures, fostering a sense of joy in the creative process while introducing a step to step guidance sometimes to teach how to create a strong piece.
The therapeutic experience of working with clay provides a meditative environment for kids to de-stress and express themselves artistically. With hands-on, tactile engagement, our classes offer a break from screens, allowing children to immerse themselves in the sensory pleasure of clay. Expert guidance, rather than strict rules, empowers kids to bring their unique visions to life, creating an atmosphere of liberating creativity. Join us for a memorable, screen-free experience that celebrates the joy of pottery and inspires the young artist in every child.
Goodwood | Burnside
TreeClimb Adelaide
Don’t let the winter chill keep you inside these school holidays! TreeClimb Adelaide and TreeClimb Kuitpo Forest are OPEN ALL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS rain or shine.
Remember, life doesn’t wait for you, so don’t wait for it! Embrace the adventure and take every opportunity to create unforgettable memories.
With TWO locations there is TWICE the fun to be had! TreeClimb Adelaide is centrally located for a quick city escape, while TreeClimb Kuitpo Forest offers a serene adventure immersed in nature.
AND for our adventurers celebrating a birthday these holidays, TreeClimb Adelaide has opened up MORE Party Package availability! That’s right! You don’t have to wait until the weekend to celebrate! You can book Party Packages Monday – Sunday during the School Holidays. BUT be quick, they’re in high demand and they need to be booked at least 7 days in advance!
You’ll be sure to stay warm as you climb, swing, and soar your way through the treetop obstacles. End your adventure with a cosy hot chocolate or coffee!
Cnr Greenhill Road and Unley Road, Adelaide | Kuitpo Forest
Wilderness Escape School Holiday Program
Want to make your kids’ school holidays unforgettable? Wilderness Escape’s holiday programs offer the perfect mix of adventure and education! With over 33 years of experience, Wilderness Escape has been organizing exciting school holiday activities for kids aged 5 to 17.
As the leading outdoor education provider in South Australia, Wilderness Escape prioritize safety and fun under the supervision of fully qualified and experienced staff. Whether your child is interested in kayaking, snorkeling, surfing, or rock climbing, Wilderness Escape has it all covered. And don’t worry about experience – equipment and instruction needed are provided for a fantastic time.
Plus, returning customers receive a 5% discount as a way of saying thank you.
Xlent Disability Services
Discover an elevated school holiday experience with Xlent Disability Services’ holiday programs.
Enrich your holiday time with a cinematic extravaganza or indulge in the art of creating festive delights with our culinary workshops. Looking for something a little more adventurous? Secure your place for an unparalleled outing to Cleland Wildlife Park or enjoy the water slides at Water World. Explore further with Xlent’s array of day trips, from Mini Golf and The Beach House to mastering the art of surfing.
For over 26 years, Xlent has proudly delivered exceptional programs, ensuring unforgettable memories for all participants. Enrol now and embark on an extraordinary journey filled with excitement and joy!
Woodhouse Adventure Park
Get ready for school holiday adventures at Woodhouse this winter! 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
X-Golf West Lakes and Marion
X-Golf Marion and West Lakes are your one-stop place for entertainment, golfing fun and delicious food, all under cover these July holidays.
Conveniently located South or West of the city, with ample parking, and close to Westfield shopping centres, it’s easy to build a whole day out with the kids. Featuring state of-the-art golf simulators, the Hey Caddy mini-golf course*, a full-service bar and kitchen, plus large screen TVs and more, X-Golf venues have it all.
Visit the venue websites for all school Holiday offers and to book.
*Marion features 12 holes of mini-golf, West Lakes has 18 holes.
Level 1/37 Turner Dr, West Lakes | 838/842 Marion Rd, Marion
Port Adelaide Football Club
Kick off the school holidays with Port Adelaide Football Club at Adelaide Oval!
Kids Go Free* for Port Adelaide vs. Western Bulldogs on Saturday July 6th at 1:15pm.
Experience the ultimate AFL action with entertainment for the whole family, including a revamped kids’ zone featuring skills stations and giveaways. Don’t miss out on seeing superstars like Connor Rozee and Zak Butters in action. It’s time to make unforgettable memories with Port Adelaide this school break.
*Redeem free Junior General admission tickets online via Ticketek when purchasing a full price Adult or Concession ticket. It’s a fantastic opportunity to introduce the little ones to the exhilarating atmosphere of live AFL.
Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
NumberWorks’nWords July School Holiday Program
NumberWorks’nWords are running their popular July School Holiday Program again and places are filling up! The school holiday programs are the perfect opportunity to re-energise those minds and to stay on track with learning during the term holidays.
The programs include daily intensive lessons with students, enabling students to build rapidly on the previous day’s learning. All sessions are catered to the individual, and help children develop their English or maths skills in a supportive environment. Our tutoring model focuses on building learning confidence in children, to help them advance their studies and achieve their best academic results.
Both Unley and Norwood will be running a three-day long program. Unley sessions will run from Monday 15th July – Wednesday 17th July, and Norwood sessions will run from Thursday 18th July – Saturday 20th July.
6/227-235 Unley Rd, Malvern | 53-59 The Parade, Norwood
Animal Ancestors at Monarto Safari Park
Discover Animal Ancestors at Monarto Safari Park these school holidays.
Dive into the past and present as you explore the connections between dinosaurs and modern animals, like the T-rex and hyenas with their formidable jaw strength, or the towering 3m-tall ape species from 6 million years ago.
With scenic walking tracks and the handy Zu-Loop bus, it’s the perfect way to leave screens behind and answer the call of the wild.
63 Monarto Rd, Monarto
Glenelg Winter Arts Festival
Hit the Bay these school holidays, for a fun winter event returning by popular demand!
Glenelg Winter Arts Festival is your chance to enjoy live art and entertainment during the cooler weather in an iconic Adelaide coastal location.
Over two weeks in July, Colley Reserve will be abuzz with shows and undercover spaces in which to eat, drink and gather with friends and family. See live music, stand-up comedy, circus, burlesque, magic and family shows in heated tents, and enjoy festive activations.
Glenelg Winter Arts Festival will also feature a bar serving a range of hot drinks, food, cosy seating and relaxed tunes.
Whether you’re getting together with friends for a night out, planning a date, or looking for something creative to do with the kids during school holiday afternoons, Glenelg Winter Arts Festival is definitely a destination to check out this July.
Friday 5th of July – Sunday 21st of July
Colley Reserve, Glenelg
Jon & Jero: Stuff! at Glenelg Winters Art Festival
Jon and Jero are embarking on an epic journey to find their missing stuff – but they can’t do it alone! With your help, these bumbling brothers will travel far and wide to get their stuff back in this fast and fun choose-your-own-adventure!
Stuff! is a comedy experience for the whole family. Join Jon and Jero in a high-energy hour of silly proportions combining physical comedy, big characters, improvisation and most importantly, stuff!
Tuesday 9th of July – Sunday 14th of July
The Kingfisher at Glenelg Winter Arts Festival, Glenelg
Ratburger
From the creative mind of children’s author David Walliams (The World’s Worst Children, Gangsta Granny), Ratburger is coming to life in hilarious new play!
Things are not looking good for Zoe. Her stepmother Sheila is so lazy she gets Zoe to pick her nose for her. The school bully Tina Trump makes her life a misery – mainly by spitting on her head. And now the evil Burt from Burt’s Burgers is after her pet rat!
And guess what he wants to do with it? The clue is in the title…
From the team behind the Australian tours of Dog Man the Musical and The 78-Storey Treehouse, David Walliams’ screamingly funny number one bestselling book comes to life with visually stunning sets, charming puppetry and striking projection.
Thursday 18th of July – Saturday 20th of July
Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide
The Gruffalo’s Child Live on Stage
The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood…
If you loved The Gruffalo, don’t miss the sequel, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours – now in a new West End production!
Join the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book.
One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?
The team behind The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- & 91-Storey Treehouses return with The Gruffalo’s Child, bringing together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up, and their adults…
Friday 19th of July – Sunday 21st of July
Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide
Illuminate Adelaide 2024
Winter nights are for Illuminate Adelaide.
Held annually on Kaurna Country, Adelaide’s brightest celebration of art, light, music, and technology brings late nights, bright lights, and big adventures.
Throughout July the best and boldest luminaries from across the globe set loose across the city to create an invitation to experience something new. Something breathtaking. Something exciting.
Well-worn streets, hidden gems, and cultural icons are transformed into a city-wide spectacle of free and ticketed events daring the curious to shake off the winter blues and rekindle a sense of wonder.
Filled with artists, innovators, and the unexpected, Illuminate Adelaide is a beacon calling to all of us to stay up, head out, look forward, break ground, dance hard, and make memories.
Time to emerge from hibernation and explore a brave new world – where cold nights and bold ideas collide.
Monday 1st of July – Wednesday 31st of July
Various Locations, Adelaide
Superluminal for Illuminate Adelaide 2024
Superluminal blends bold visual design, collaborative storytelling, and interactive play in an enchanting installation.
As children enter Superluminal, they receive colour-changing lanterns to use throughout the installation. Guided by a performer, they journey through five interactive spaces to reveal hidden animal tracks and discover animals from the past, present, and possible future. Children create their own mythical creatures, bring them to life with recorded sounds and spectacular rainbow lighting, and capture their fantastical shadows on a magical glow wall.
Presented at the South Australian Museum, Superluminal is an engaging experience designed to ignite children’s curiosity. A theatrical installation full of Patch’s renowned interactive light play, Superluminal investigates nature’s extraordinary creatures, systems and beauty, and how time shapes them.
Superluminal is the perfect school holiday activity for 4 – 8 year olds and their families.
Saturday 6th of July – Saturday 10th of August
South Australian Museum, Adelaide
Universal Kingdom: Prehistoric Nights for Illuminate Adelaide 2024
Step back in time and into the Mesozoic Era to a land where puppets, lights and dinosaurs collide.
In a brand-new experience and a night not seen for millions of years, prepare to be electrified by the first in a trilogy exploring the prehistoric era. Brought to you by Adelaide Zoo and Illuminate Adelaide with presenting partner SA Power Networks, witness the evolution of the first creatures to crawl from the world’s vast oceans and some of the largest beasts to ever roam the planet.
Featuring state-of-the-art puppetry, new purpose-built installations, and a whole host of light and colour, renowned creative studios Erth and A Blanck Canvas join forces to craft this sprawling prehistoric world. Wander in a sea of floating bioluminescent jellyfish, see playful Plesiosaurs frolic with their hatchlings, and even come eye-to-eye with Australia’s own sharp-toothed Megaraptor, the fearsome Australovenator.
Highlighting Earth’s first extinction events and the importance of conservation preventing the next, visit this dinosaur dynasty with their intrepid keepers as your guide through an illuminating night of exploration and fun!
Thursday 4th of July – Sunday 21st of July
Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide
Australian Toys 1880–1965: The Luke Jones Collection
In simpler times before smart phones and video games, we played with tin toys, wooden trucks, and paper planes.
Rediscover the excitement and wonder of childhood through this exhibition of historic Australian toys from the collection of Luke Jones. Initiated by a 9-year-old North Adelaide paperboy’s earnings, Jones has nurtured and researched his extensive collection for over 40 years. From board games to a toy hills hoist, this exhibition provides a detailed insight into Australian childhood through the lens of play. You will see a fascinating range of Australian toys made between the 1880s and the 1960s, including refined lithographed tinplate toys of the 1920s, charming folk art creations, mass-produced toys that emerged during the post-war period, and European and Japanese made toys with local relevance. Be engaged by toys which are inspired by historic events, be entertained by toys which celebrate Australia’s love of sport, and be enchanted by fantasy creations straight from toymakers’ imaginations.
Stroll down memory lane and share the nostalgia with your own children through Australian Toys 1880–1965: The Luke Jones Collection. Only at The David Roche Foundation, Adelaide.
Until 24th of August
David Roche Foundation, North Adelaide
Adventure Hubs SA
Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, you’ll find the Mount Lofty Adventure Hub, delivering an array of exciting family experiences for the upcoming December and January school holidays. Challenge yourself on South Australia’s most extensive artificial rock-climbing wall, towering at 15 meters. Soar through the treetops on the state’s longest Zipline, a staggering 324 meters of adrenaline-pumping excitement. Cap off your day with a unique adventure on our three-person Mega Swing.
If you’re spending a day in the splendid McLaren Vale region, don’t miss the opportunity to book an adventure like no other at our Southern Adventure Hub. This remarkable destination boasts a double-sided artificial rock wall, South Australia’s first-ever High Ropes Course, and the exhilarating Leap of Faith Trapeze. It’s an action-packed and fun event suitable for the whole family.
37 Spring Gully Rd, Piccadilly | 216 Douglas Gully Rd, Blewitt Springs
South Australian Museum
The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia’s natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 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 7 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 over 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
Earth Adventure
Earth Adventure is running some amazing family friendly tours during the Autumn School Holidays!
For an easy, chilled experience, take a leisurely paddle along the River Torrens, enjoy scenic views of the City. An eco-friendly way to explore Adelaide.
For something a little more thrilling join our qualified instructors and experience the joy of rock climbing and abseiling at the Morialta Conservation Park or the Onkaparinga River National Park. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, Earth Adventure has the set up for you.
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 have been voted one of the TOP FOUR MUST DO activities in Adelaide.
204 Garden Island Rd, Port Adelaide
BOUNCE School Holidays Activities
BOUNCE Marleston & Greenacres are the perfect playground to develop your freestyle tricks these school holidays. It’s the ultimate indoor play area to develop and harness balance, coordination and agility through a unique blend of fun, freestyle, progression and development.
With holiday camps, superpasses, group packages and Friday night super sessions, there’s something for every kiddo these school holidays at Bounce!
64-168 Richmond Road, Marleston | 13-15 Fosters Road, Greenacres
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
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
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 2 hours hire. Full day begins anytime after 8am and ending at 3pm.
2a Eatts Street, Myponga
Bricks4Kidz Lego workshops
The team at Bricks4Kidz will have your Lego-loving lads and lasses constructing, creating, doing and designing at their hands-on build-based workshops run every school holidays. The Bricks4Kidz programs cycle through a variety of themes to keep things fresh (and dynamic for those repeat attendees!).
Trust us when we say that the real-life Lego Masters that host these sessions know all the building blocks that make up a good time, with these half or full-day school holiday workshops blending fun and learning into a great alternative for child care during the hols—or just an all-round good time if you’re looking for an activity for a few hours.
Ascot Park | Norwood | Prospect | Burnside | Woodcroft
Shanx Mini Golf
Adelaide is home to Australia’s top miniature golf course, and it’s the perfect family activity for the school holidays! At SHANX, you won’t find the typical amusement park-style miniature golf with gimmicky obstacles. Instead, you’ll find a course that resembles a real golf course, only scaled down to a miniature size.
SHANX Regency Park has a HUGE Spring School Holiday activities program FREE for all SHANX ticket holders!
216 Days Rd, Regency Park
Scoffed School Holiday Cooking Classes
Whether you have a master chef wannabe in your house or your little one simply loves to bake and create, Scoffed school holiday kids cooking classes are a great way for your kids to spend some time learning a new skill, making plates (and mates)… and staying off the screen!
The team from Scoffed will show your kiddos how much fun cooking can be with their hands-on classes, and the best bit, the kids get to scoff it all when they’re done.
441/D Magill Road, St Morris
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
Barossa Bowland and Dinosaur Mini Golf
Dinosaurs and Mini Golf? If there’s a better combination of things kids are going to love, we don’t know what it is! Located in Tanunda, Barossa Bowland is a proudly family owned and operated business offering the biggest and best Dinosaur themed Mini Golf in Australia, along with a timeless 12-lane ten-pin bowling centre.
If you’re looking for something to do in our wine region with kids in Adelaide school holidays, this could be it! Barossa Bowland brings the prehistoric world to life with their beautifully scenic 18-hole mini golf course.
Wind your way through lush gardens along with sparkling creeks, with friends from an age long before lurking around every corner. But don’t worry, they feed the T-Rex before opening… usually. And if that’s not enough, they also have a 12-lane ten-pin bowling centre inside, complete with modern amenities and newly updated bowling machines, pins and scoring system, so it’s never been easier and more enjoyable to have a bowl!
89 Menge Road, Tanunda
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
West Beach Mini Golf
If you’re looking for fun for the ‘HOLE’ family, then West Beach Mini Golf is where it’s at during the Adelaide school holidays!
You can putt around giant great white sharks, penguins, peg legged pirates, sea lions, giant turtles and even the skeleton of Davy Jones at this seven-sea themed, 18-hole course… and they also have a fully decked kiosk for when you get the post putt putt munchies!
School holiday entertainment sorted!
West Beach, 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 recently 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
SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre school holiday programs
What better place to chill out and have some fun than the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre! They have amazing school holiday programs to keep kids active, busy.. and cool!
If you’re looking for splash zones and swimming centres these holidays check out our guide to Adelaide’s indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
443 Morphett Rd, Oaklands Park
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
Temptation Sailboat
Get your sea legs and climb aboard the Temptation – a 58ft passenger charter catamaran that operates from Glenelg and is a unique experience that the kids- and you – will remember!
An informative experience that educates passengers on dolphin conservation and offers the opportunity to swim with the dolphins. But either way, itʼs a beautiful experience, itʼs fun being out on the water, the sunsets are amazing and if youʼre lucky, you may spot a dolphin or two!
All times and pricing information on their website.
10 Holdfast Promenade, Glenelg
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
Adelaide 36ers school holiday clinics
Make your little baller’s swishes come true in the school holidays by sending them to an Adelaide 36ers School Holiday Training Camp. Open to boys and girls of all ages, kids will improve their skills, develop techniques, enhance their game, meet new friends and have fun!
Facilitated by Community Coaches and 36ers legends, Brett Maher and Scott Ninnis, the 36ers camps are held during each school holidays and aimed at children of all ages, genders and abilities.
One of the mini ballers on the KIDDO crew took part in an Adelaide 36ers School Holiday Camp… check out what we thought!
Visit Adelaide 36ers school holiday clinics
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!
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 9am – 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
Drop and Go school holiday activities in Adelaide
If you’re working or need a bit of time where someone else is keeping an eye on the kiddos during the school holidays, check out our round up of Adelaide school holiday camps and vacation care programs. We’ve made sure to include Adelaide school holiday camps and vacation care options for every personality type too, whether they’re sporty, crafty, outdoorsy, or need a little bit of team work or confidence building with peers. Why not book them into something with a mate or sibling?
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