From laugh-out-loud comedy and hands-on science to circus, puppetry and magical theatre, Adelaide Fringe 2026 is bursting with brilliant shows for kids and families. KIDDO’s curated guide rounds up the must-see, family-friendly Fringe performances across Adelaide, making it easy to plan days (and nights) of fun that will delight all ages.
Monarto Safari Park welcomes Putra Mas, a 35-year-old Asian Elephant, after a record-breaking 2,700 km road trip, completing the park’s founding herd and creating an unforgettable experience for families.
If you could bottle the kind of teacher every kid dreams of—fun, calm, and just a little bit chaotic—it would probably look a lot like Luke Springer.
NEW EVENTS ADDED. UPDATED NOVEMBER 2025: Ho ho ho! Christmas time is near and what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than at the best Christmas events Adelaide has on offer! From Pageants to Carols and Lights to Markets and everything in between.
Step into a world of Christmas magic at Santa’s Wonderland, Adelaide’s favourite festive event, returning for its 10th year at the Adelaide Showground from 5–24 December 2025.
Get ready for la dolce vita, famiglie — because the Adelaide Italian Festival is back and bigger than ever! This amazing 10-day celebration of all things Italian brings more than 60 fun events across South Australia — filled with food, music, art, sport, history, and culture. There’s even a curation of signature events to enjoy…
Halloween is creeping closer, Adelaide — and from Wednesday, 29 October, the city is bursting with spooky, sparkly, and silly fun for kids of all ages!
Celebrate love with family and friends on Saturday 8 November as your favourite floats, clown and elves, and Father Christmas parade through the City of Adelaide to Beehive Corner, to deliver his Christmas message.
There’s a lot to see, do, love and learn this season! Here’s what has made KIDDO’s shortlist this spring…
Let’s face it—keeping kids hydrated can be a challenge at the best of times, and even harder when they’re unwell. That’s where hydra helpa steps in.
Let’s be honest—getting a nutritious, fuss-free dinner on the table every night can be tough. That’s where JNR Food Co. comes in, the new kids’ meal range that’s making life easier (and yummier!)!
We came. We saw. We danced! Zindzi and the Zillionaires brought the vibe, the colour, and the party energy in a show that felt more like a kids’ music festival than a stage performance – and we were HERE FOR IT.
Scribbles from daycare are cute, but let’s take a moment for Mum to TRULY treat her! Here’s our list of Mother’s Day experiences for the lovely ladies in our lives…
It seems the dinosaurs at Victoria Park aren’t extinct after all…
The jewel in the crown of DreamBIG is Big Family Weekend! Located at Adelaide Festival Centre, Festival Plaza and surrounds, this action-packed, multi-day celebration features more than 50 FREE exciting events, activities, and performances over two fun-filled days on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May. Save the date—this is one event you won’t want to miss!