What’s On: Australia Day for families

Mourning in the Morning, Adelaide

Australia Day Council of South Australia invite you to gather in the early morning on the 26 January for a Smoking Ceremony at Tarntanya Wama (Elder Park). This profound ceremony shaped by First Nations leaders is a time for truth telling of our history and provides a genuine opportunity for reconciliation. The 26 January signifies the day the first fleet set foot on our shores – the day the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities changed forever. We seek to reconcile the devastating impacts this brought to First Nations peoples. To the nation, we have become and the country we hope to be.

This one-hour event welcomes all to listen, learn and pay respects with a Welcome to Country, a smoking ceremony, a speaker’s address, and beautiful performances by the Iwiri Choir and Nancy Bates.

Friday, 26th of January, 7am – 8am

Elder Park / Tarntanya Wama

Celebrate Australia Day, Rostrevor

Join Campbelltown City Council for a fun community event, with children’s entertainment and activities, BBQ and refreshments as well as live music and roving entertainers.

The Council Australia Day Awards will also be announced.

Friday, 26th of January 2024, 11am – 1pm

Campbelltown City Council Lawns, 172 Montacute Road, Rostrevor

Australia Day Family Fair, Noarlunga Centre

Join the City of Onkaparinga for a thrilling event filled with an assortment of incredible activities designed for the whole family’s enjoyment.

Indulge in scrumptious food and delectable treats offered by a diverse range of vendors. Delight your little ones with engaging children’s activities and be entertained by live performances throughout the evening.

As the night draws to a close, prepare to be amazed by breathtaking fireworks display that will leave you in awe.

Feel free to bring your own food and beverages, and we highly recommend bringing along picnic blankets and chairs to enhance your experience.

Friday, 26th of January 2024, 5:30pm – 9:30pm

South Adelaide Football Club, Lovelock Drive, Noarlunga Centre

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Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre at District Outlet Centre

December 12, 2025

Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre returns to District Outlet Centre for the Summer School Holidays. The Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre is the ultimate animal experience allowing you to pat and hold a range of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, possums and more. For just $10 a ticket, kids can enjoy a live Wildlife Show (yes, they can hold a snake!), and step into the world of zookeepers, vets and dinosaurs in the hands-on Activity Zone. It’s the perfect mix of fun, learning and animal adventures. New for the summer school holidays is a 6 hole mini golf course and keep an eye out for the dinosaur puppet roaming the centre. Located at District Outlet Centre | corner Freda Thompson Place & Main North Road, Parafield. Tickets are $10 with children under three admitted free. Sessions are available on selected dates from December 19th to January 17th. Bookings are essential for this experience which sold out last time it was offered in July : wilburswildlife.com.au/discovery-centre/ Follow KIDDO on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter

Top things to do with kids in Adelaide school holidays

December 12, 2025

SUMMER 2025-26 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS IN ADELAIDE | Summer is HERE, and we’re checking out these awesome activities these school holidays! Check out our (very extensive) list of the top things Adelaide has to offer throughout the break; activities, playgrounds, programs, places to go + more!