Saturday 3 July, 2021 Sunday 18 July, 2021
The July school holidays can sometimes be a bit cold and wet, but that’s no reason for the kids to be bored! There are LOADS of activities, events, things to do and places to see these July School Holidays. And with lots of these either free or low cost there is something for every kid, and every budget! Make sure you book in quickly though because they fill up fast!
July School Holiday Programs in Adelaide
Theatre Bugs School Holiday Programs
The July school holidays are fast approaching and Theatre Bugs holiday programs are ready to book!
SIGNATURE FILM MAKING WORKSHOP
Write the script, act, direct, film and edit a short film over four days!
Held over four consecutive days and is a tried and tested program that produces the best results. Many of the films created in previous workshops have gone on to win national and international awards!
Students make a short film and learn everything from concept, scriptwriting, directing, to acting and editing with the use of top quality film equipment and software. Led by our expert teachers, this is a workshop you do not want to miss out on! Please note that this workshop is strictly limited to a maximum of 10 students so early bookings are strongly recommended.
click here to book
ELLA ENCHANTED
In July 2021, the school holiday program kids will rehearse and perform ELLA ENCHANTED!
Much like Combo classes held during the term, students attending the holiday program should expect the performance to be a combination of singing, dancing and acting.
At the end of the week, the production will be performed to a live audience*, with a possible restriction of audience members per performer and facemask requirement.
*subject to Covid-19 restrictions at the time of the performance
Week 1: Monday 5th – Friday 9th July 2021
Norwood, Unley, and Glenelg
Week 2: Monday 12th – Friday 16th July 2021
Norwood & Wayville
Cost: $235 per 5 day program, per child
Monday to Thursday 9am*-3:30pm
Friday 9am*- 5:45pm
*drop-off from 8:30am with a quiet activity
Venues
Norwood: 79 Beulah Rd
Unley: Unley Park Baptist Church, cnr Northgate St & Bellevue Place
Glenelg: Glenelg North Community Centre, cnr Alison St & Kibby Ave
Wayville: Latvian Hall, 4 Clark St, Wayville 5034
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN FOR CHILDREN AGED 3-7 YEARS
Monday 5th July theme: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
Monday 12th July theme: Under the Sea
Each 3 hour session revolves around a special theme and includes craft, stories, dressing up, dance, drama, music and creative play.
The fun-filled sessions are designed to stimulate the child’s imagination, and introduce them to basic performing arts skills while you enjoy some ‘child-free’ time!
At the end of each session, the children perform a dance routine for parents/carers. Children are welcome to come along dressed in a costume! Each session is conducted by experienced Theatre Bugs staff.
$47 per session
Maximum of 16 children per session – so book early!
Morning Session: 8.45 – 11.45AM | Afternoon Session: 1.00 – 4.00PM
Wicked Winter at Cirkidz
Get off the couch and run away to the circus in the school holidays!
Cirkidz are hosting 2 weeks of 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 while keeping warm and dry in their indoor & fully-equipped circus centre!
All your favourite fun and friendly circus trainers are back, guiding you through the same sessions that you know and love (Off The Wall, Soar & More, Circus Smorgasbord, Circus Pick’N’Mix, and Ready, Set, Circus) in our fully-equipped circus centre. All sessions are suitable for ages 5 – 12 (except for Parkour, which is strictly for ages 8 – 12).
Website & bookings online at
www.cirkidz.org.au/holiday-programs
YMCA INEA
Looking for a jam packed school holiday program with Gymnastics workshops/classes, Kindergym and Stunt skill sessions to choose from in the winter school holidays?
Work on your handstands & cartwheels, learn some circus or trampolining skills, perform a flip, try Dance Acro or Cheer.
Select the School Holiday link to check the range and schedule of sessions at YMCA INEA 10-18 Albert St, Windsor Gardens.
Girl Power Workshops
Girl Power provides empowering well-being workshops for girls aged 7 – 12 yrs. Founded by Joni Combe in 2018, Girl Power’s mission is to help girls develop confidence, a positive mindset and resilience at a young age, before they hit their teen years and are exposed to the powerful influence of social media. Drawing on the principles of positive psychology, the workshops explore individuality, strengths, friendship, growth mindset, mindfulness and gratitude by way of creative, engaging and fun activities.
Girl Power offers full day workshops for girls every school holidays in various locations around metro Adelaide.
To book, visit girlpowerworkshops.com.au/holiday-weekend-workshops
I'm Possible Mega Sportsfest
The most EXHILERATING school holiday event on the planet!
During the school holidays, we know that your child is seeking excitement, entertainment, enjoyment and laughter. Well, the I’m Possible Mega Sportsfest is exactly that!
The Mega Sportsfest is a two day, non-stop sports event that has been designed by professionals for all abilities, where every participant feels like a SUPERSTAR!
Throughout the two days, our superstar campers will participate in 10-12 hybrid games such as Dodge Craze, Footy Frenzy, Supersonic Soccer, Big Smash Cricket and Ninja Wars. Not only that, but they will enjoy team challenges, a mega beats disco and a whole lot of fun and craziness!
More Value:
👉 All superstar campers will receive an “I’m Awesome” shirt (1 of 5 collectables)
👉 BBQ lunch on day 2 (cater for all dietary requirements)
👉 Huge prize giveaways
👉 Awards
More MEGA Value:
$20 discount code: megasports21
We can guarantee that sending your children to this fun, action-packed event will have you regain your “cool parent” status! Thank us later!
Head to our website now and register, spot are filling fast!
Adelaide University Sport School Holiday Program
Believe it or not, school holidays are right around the corner again, and this means finding fun, engaging, and active things for the kids to do.
Fortunately, the Adelaide University Sport School Holiday Program is back with a wide range of sporting activities to keep your children occupied.
The AU Sport School Holiday Program focuses on building your child’s self-esteem, social skills and physical movement through fun and inclusive activities. Activities range from a modified approach for younger children to introduce them to different sports and a more structured approach for older children. Each day of their July program features 1-2 main sports each day along with other games and activities as well as team building exercises.
Register before June 27 to receive the early bird rate with 25% off of regular pricing!
adelaideunisport.com.au/schoolholidayprogram
Wings2Fly Junior
Wings2Fly Junior is an informal introduction to theatre, suitable for young actors aged 6-10 years. Students will be separated into small groups on the first morning (keeping friends together). Each group will have their own director and together they will rehearse and learn a short play in only 3 days, ready to perform on the stage to family and friends on the final evening. There will also be time for drama games and activities over the workshop.
This performance will include basic costumes, set, props and the most important thing – lights – fully supported by Wings2FlyTheatre’s highly regarded industry professionals.
No prior experience necessary. Perfectly suited to young theatre enthusiasts, with opportunities to also build self esteem, make new friends, improve reading skills and have a lot of fun along the way!
Important Dates
Rehearsals – Tuesday 13th to Thursday 15th July
Performances – Thursday 15th July @ 6pm and 7.30pm
Venue – Holden Street Theatres, 34 Holden Street Hindmarsh
Beam
Beam is the innovative holiday camp for bright sparks aged 7 – 12 and is run by the education team at Lumination made up of STEM Educators, Robotics Experts and Coding Superstars. The program will run at Prince Alfred College, Woodcroft College and St Peter’s Girls’ School from 30 June – 16 July 2021.
At Beam Camp, soar past the boundaries of everyday life while exploring coding, immersive virtual reality, robotics and drones. Beam Campers even get a chance to make extended reality creations of their very own!
At ‘Red Planet Rescue’ drone coding camp, navigate your drone around the model Mars colony using block coding and learn core concepts such as iteration, functions and variables while you’re at it!
At ‘Beyond 2021’ VR coding camp, campers will use fully immersive virtual reality technology to explore our solar system and beyond and discover what challenges will be facing the colonists in the Trappist-1 system.
At ‘Countdown to Mars’ robotics camp, campers will build their very own rover and then program it to perform essential tasks on Mars.
Visit beamcamp.com.au to register
Use the code EARLYBIRD25 for $25 off your registration before 20 June 2021
City of Salisbury School Holiday Program
Join in the fun these school holidays with the Salisbury Libraries, Community Centres and Hubs School Holiday Program!
From making video games to digging for dinosaurs, there is always an affordable and fun activity suitable for children of all ages (including youth).
Activities this coming holidays include:
- Movies at The Mawson Centre (come along and watch ‘The Croods’ or ‘The Dragon Rider’)
- The Library Olympics at Salisbury West Library
- Healing the HeART of our Country Art Exhibition at Twelve25 Youth Enterprise Centre
- Magic Music Show at Bagster Road Community Centre
- You can even learn how to program ‘real robots’ at the Para Hills Community Hub and much more!
Bookings are essential.
Full program at: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/shp
Making Milestones School Holiday Programs
Making Milestones offer weekly group workshops and holiday programs providing a fun, engaging and cost effective way for children to develop a range of important skills.
Workshops are designed by trained professionals to help children develop communication, motor, sensory, cognitive and social skills.
July Holiday programs include:
- Art Classes
- Music Classes
- Sensory Playgroups
- Gym and Kindergym
- Cooking Classes
- Wellness Sessions
All programs are suitable for ages 0 to 12 years
NDIS registered Allied Health Clinic
809- 813 Port Road, Woodville
https://www.makingmilestonessa.com.au/workshops/
Places to Visit/Things to Do in the July School Holidays
Mega Fast Karts Richmond
Mega Fast Karts at Richmond are back for the July School Holidays with their UNLIMITED battle cars, laser skirmish and arcade specials.
- 10am till 12pm for $25pp*
- 1pm till 5pm for $35pp*
They’re open every day of the school holidays. 10am – 7pm and late til 9pm on Fridays & Saturdays.
*Go Karting extra
Doughballs Glenelg Epic Kids Menu
HOT NEWS…. there is a brand shiney new Doughballs about to open (like any day now) at Mawsone Lakes. Until that happens (and dont worry, we will let you know) DoughBalls Glenelg is just one of those places that you have to take the kids in the school holidays. It has a ripper three course kids menu for just ten bucks (including a drink and a babyccino) and they have recently added some more healthy options and expanded the offer. Every one loves it here.
Never had doughballs? They are warm and light and fluffy and served up all of the different ways both savoury or sweet!
The pizza here is also too good to go past – so order all of the things!
Bookings are highly reccommended and you can book online HERE
Go on a Bear Hunt with Carriage of Occasion
If you go into the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise, if you go into the woods today, you’d better go in disguise………. today’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic!!
These JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS join Carriage of Occasion for a ‘Bear Hunt’ around the beautiful township of Strathalbyn. You will go over, around and through to see if you can find the teddy bears picnic.
Riding in their covered wagon, you are mostly protected from the winter weather, and the kids will delight in looking for hidden teddy bears with the provided binoculars. It’s such an exciting experience!
$175 for up to 7 people (that’s only 25 bucks a head) to join them for an adventure on either Tuesday or Thursday of the holidays.
VERY limited spaces so book in quickly! What a fun and different idea for the school holidays! Why not tag another family who would l.o.v.e this too and make a day trip of it?
TreeClimb
Every climber has a different ability and our staff are trained to help them move through the course, build confidence and develop new skills – all while having a great adventure in the Adelaide CBD!
The grand course suits those more confident tweens, teens and adults (above 135cm) who are ready to head to new heights (literally!).
With school holidays just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to book! Head to treeclimb.com.au to check out the availability of our session times and secure your spot!
Online bookings: treeclimb.com.au/book-now
Bounce
The team a super fun and helpful, and while there are some current changes to the way Bounce works thanks to Covid restrictions, essentially you can enjoy every thing that you usually would and rest assured knowing the cleaning and venue management are professional.
Book here: bounceinc.com.au/venue-adelaide-sa
AFL MAX July School Holidays
Book your kids in for the experience of their life this school holidays at the Crows Junior Max Academy. The Academy is for 6 – 12-year-old footy fans and runs during the July school holidays at AFL Max. Created with Crows coaches and players – enabling participants to train just like their footy heroes. Featuring guest appearances from Crows players joining in to share their footy tips and tricks.
$139 for two x 4 hour sessions:
- Specifically designed training program at AFL Max
- Session from Crows players
- FREE Crows Junior Max Academy training t-shirt
- FREE Crows membership
Play to the Max these School Holidays! With 2 hours of play from just $22.50 – kids can explore the trampolines, rock climbing, inflatables, interactive screens, field games, skill challenges and more!
For the little ones, join our Mini Max School Holiday Sessions (3-4yr olds) it’s a great way to get kids involved and excited about physical activity from a young age, build connection and have FUN.
Parents, relax in the café with barista made coffee, lunch specials, fully licensed bar, WIFI and great views of the kids below.
AFL Max is open every day of the School Holidays
Online bookings essential and can be made here: aflmax.com.au/school-holidays
It’s time for some holiday fun at ICA Sportzworx Stepney
Kids of all ages are welcome to join in on the holiday fun at ICA Sportzworx Stepney.
The day is full of sports and games and any skill level and age can be accommodated by our Sports Coaches. Kids can play soccer, netball, cricket, dodgeball and other fun games.
The fun starts at 9.30am and finishes 3.30pm plus lunch is provided for all kids. There is also a morning session available for 3 hours starting from 9.30am. Prices start from $30.
There are 4 full sized courts a function room and a kiosk, plenty of room for all.
Bookings are essential and are super quick and easy to do online at
form.123formbuilder.com/4323172/school-holiday-clinics
More info at icastepney.com.au/school-holiday-clinics
Steamranger
There’s never been a better time to explore your own backyard the old-fashioned way – with SteamRanger’s Heritage Railway and winter is a busy time for SteamRanger on the South Coast with SteamRanger’s Cockle Train. ‘See the whales from the rails’ aboard SteamRanger’s Famous Cockle Train between Goolwa & Victor Harbor with trains running between Victor Harbor and Goolwa departing every day during the SA school holidays as well as Sunday and Wednesday outside of the holidays. There will be three return train journeys along this stunning coast line. Please check SteamRanger’s website for the Cockle Train timetables and train information. No bookings necessary.
Starting in May, SteamRanger will be starting rail journeys from the Adelaide Hills. Travel from Mount Barker to Bugle Rangers Strathalbyn, Goolwa, Middleton, Port Elliot and Victor Harbor.
For ticket info, travel dates & destinations call 1300 655 991 or visit SteamRanger online
Mega Courts Indoor Sports
Mega Courts Indoor Sports is a great place for your kids and adults if you want to join in and play with them to play multiple different sports and activities including Soccer, Cricket, Netball, Badmington and Dodgeball. They also have our great range of Mega Inflatables, Laser Tag and Gel Ball and a Mega Playground.
This year they are also lucky enough to have the YMCA Walkerville in the centre who our giving lucky kids access to the gymnastics court.
The onsite cafe is open so you as a parent can sit back otherwise, let the kids play and enjoy lunch and a good coffee. We have changed things up for these holidays and it is $18 per child for 3 hours of activities in the centre. Bookings are essential.
Bookings are essential.
More info at www.megacourts.com.au
Choose ADVENTURE these holidays with Latitude!
Latitude offers the best school holiday adventures with their mega indoor arena, with activities to suit everyone. Picture a thrilling diverse climbing arena, huge trampoline offering with free jump, basketball, airbag and dodgeball activities, a challenging ninja-warrior course and a fear-conquering obstacle course perched 8m above the ground – if you want to conquer new challenges these school holidays, then Latitude is for you!
With seasonal promos and great offers available, make sure you jump online and book today. You won’t regret it!
Funtopia Funbelieveable School Holiday Deals!
Funtopia Prospect is the indoor adventure playground you’ve gotta see to believe! With a 5-storey Playground World, a state-of-the-art rock-Climbing World, a fully enclosed, little human-proof Toddler World AND restaurant quality food, coffee, and even a cheeky beer or wine. Funtopia really is the place for everyone!
Funtastic Deals!
3-hour full access to Playground World
Double Pass: $30
Triple Pass: $45
Quad Pass: $60
OR Climb like a Funtopian with their Double Up pass which gives you access to join a 75-minute climbing session for only $35 for 2 people.
Funtopia is open every day of the School Holidays from 9am – 6pm.
Online bookings essential and can be made here: https://linktr.ee/funtopiaprospect
Earth Adventure
Earth Adventure is running some amazing family friendly tours during the July School Holidays
Enjoy scenic views of the cityscape on their Adelaide City Kayak Tour. Relax as their fully qualified instructor guides you on a kayak along the River Torrens. As you enjoy your tour you can find out more about the history and significance of the river and surrounds, making it a fun and educational experience for all!
Looking for something a bit more thrilling? Go Rock Climbing and Abseiling with Earth Adventure’s qualified rock-climbing guides! At two great locations, Morialta Conservation Park and Onkaparinga River National Park, this is a fun day on the rocks for you and your family. From beginners to experienced climbers, Earth Adventure has the set up for you.
earthadventure.com.au/half-day-experiences
Facebook – @earthadventure
Ph: 08 8165 2024
West Beach Mini Golf
West Beach Mini Golf is open every day of the school holidays!
Bookings are not required, just turn up.
Check out the great value food and drink offers available these school holidays….
Kids Deal
$15 Per Child Includes:
- 1 Game of Mini Golf (18 holes)
- Hot Chocolate or Slushy (99% Fruit Based)
- 1 packet of Chips
Adults Deal
$15 Per Adult Includes:
- 1 Game of Mini Golf (18 HOLES)
- Coffee or 600ml Schweppes Soft Drink
Mt Lofty Adventure Hub
Adventure Hubs is running some great family fun experiences these school holidays!
The Mount Lofty Adventure Hubs day experiences are the talk of South Australia. Their all new Rock Climb, Zipline and MEGA SWING experience has been a hit, and they are also running their Rock Climb, Abseil and Zipline experience!
Loved the Mount Lofty Adventure Hub and ready for something new? Then the Southern Adventure Hub is for you! Set in the heart of wine country, the Southern Adventure Hub is a must try start to your day of exploring McLaren Vale. Book in quick to get a spot on our Rock Climbing and Ropes Experience, an adventurous and fun event for the whole family.
adventurehubssa.com.au
Ph: 08 8472 0933
Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures school holiday programs are back on this July!
Give your child the gift of adventure with one of our amazing outdoor programs. Ranging from rock climbing days, Adventure Hub ziplines and mega swings, exploring nature and wildlife, crazy chemistry, mountain biking and much much more, there is something for every age group to do and see. Plus, it’s fun and educational!
Wilderness Escape in one of the largest outdoor education program providers in South Australia and has been running for well over twenty years. With fully qualified instructors, and a wealth of experience under their belts you can rest easy knowing that your child is having a fun day under our care.
wildernessescape.com.au/school-holidays
Phone: 08 8165 2022
Turn up the heat at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre
Warm up the family with a whole lot of fun these school holidays at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre. With pools heated to a balmy 27°C, the kids can make a splash in the Leisure Pool, slide into fun on the waterslides or take a dip in the Dive Pool.
Centrally located in the Adelaide Park Lands, the Adelaide Aquatic Centre is the perfect activity to whisk away those winter blues. The Centre is open Monday – Friday from 6am to 9pm and Saturday – Sunday from 7am to 6pm. No bookings are required.
Unleash your inner artist at Pottering Around this school holidays!
Ceramic painting at their pottery studio every single day of the July School Holidays.
Art workshops and clay making…have you ever tried graffito or paint pouring??!!
Or have a go throwing a pot on their Pottery Wheels.
Treat yourself to lunch from our light bites menu and enjoy THE best coffee in Semaphore Park!
Bookings required via DM on Instagram or Facebook or by phoning 0421932223
West Beach Adventure
Want to challenge the kids to something different this school holidays? Tackle some of the activities at West Beach Adventure (formerly Mega Adventure). With a stunning beachside location this is really the place to be to enjoy the last of the summer sun! Book early to avoid disappointment!
Mega Climb – Australia’s largest challenge course boasting over 80 aerial obstacles, ranging from heights of 5 to 25 meters. The MegaClimb is a truly stimulating experience giving guests of all abilities the opportunity to push their limits.
Giant Swing – After being strapped into your seat on the ground, you’ll be slowly lifted to 18m high where you can take a quick look around – revel in the views of the ocean and the beautiful Adelaide coastline, before plummeting back to earth at speeds of up to 70kph. Ride alone or enjoy the thrill with a couple of friends.
Kids Course – Little ones not ready to tackle the iconic MegaClimb? Test their metal with the new Kids Course! With ten exciting challenges finishing with a thrilling Zip line, the mini course is the perfect way to tire out little monkeys. Ideally located next to Mega Adventure’s Cafe, you will be able to encourage them from the ground while enjoying a cup of their shockingly good coffee.
Flip Out Munno Para
READY. SET. GO
School holidays, we’re ready, you ready??
- First hour in the main arena is $18 and two hours is $28.
- Two hours BOOKED ONLINE is $26.
- From 3pm two hours BOOKED ONLINE drops to $22.
- The Kids Zone area is available for Flippers 130cm or under, one hour is $10 or two hours is $15
- Flip out socks need to be worn on the arena, if you don’t already how them they are $2.50 and yours to keep for your next visit.
Book online at
roller.app/flipoutmunnopara/sessions/book-now#/sessions
Hahndorf Farm Barn
Hahndorf Farm Barn is a unique blend of a children’s farmyard and wildlife park. You can hold, touch and feed most of the animals in complete safety and at your own comfort level. Find out how animals are born, grow and live on a farm. A visit to Adelaide’s Hahndorf Farm Barn is not just about family fun activities or keeping the kids entertained – it’s educational as well!
There are many activities for kids at the farm and you can easily spend hours here enjoying quality time with your family.
– Cow milking shows 11am and 2:30 everyday
– Reptile shows 12:30 on weekends, school holidays and public holidays
– Pony and tractor rides on weekends, school holidays and public holidays
– Animal feeding, bottle feeding and interactions all days
School Holidays at Monkey Nut Cafè (Kies Family Wines)
The Monkey Nut Café is that rare restaurant in a winery that caters for kids and offers a full menu for the whole family, not to mention wine for the adults!
Special seating and lunch boxes are available for the little members of your family to enjoy these school holidays as well as a full menu including family favourites like Salt and Pepper Squid and Barossa Beef Burger for the adults.
The older members of the family can enjoy the winery/coffee side of things and the kids can enjoy their own special picnic or kids meal. A win/win for all, right?
Some ways that the Monkey Nut Cafè at Kies Family Wines accommodates children:
- Lawn games provided
- Kids meals, babycinos, kids platters and plenty of cool drinks are available for kids
- Baby change room available
- Picnic friendly when the weather is nice – BYO picnic blanket and soak up the sun
- Fully-enclosed front lawn for easy supervision of play
- Special picnic tables are reserved just for the kids
- Indoor or outdoor seating depending on your preference
Open everyday except Tuesday. You can book your table at monkeynutcafe.com.au, choosing either inside or outside. Bookings essential
The Shadow Initiation
Think you’ve seen all there is to see at the South Australian Museum? You may have taken the kids to explore the Museum galleries hundreds of times, but we promise it’s never been as exciting as it is when you play The Shadow Initiation. This adventure game is part-escape room, part-scavenger hunt, part-behind-the-scenes museum tour. Race against the clock, solving as many puzzles and challenges as you can to see if you and your family can top the leaderboard.
Aimed at older kids and adults, The Shadow Initiation is the perfect outing for an escape room lover, puzzle pro, museum enthusiast, or…anyone that likes to have a fast-paced hour of fun!
Just $49 for up to 4 people, book a tablet today at www.samuseum.sa.gov.au/shadow-initiation
Great value, guaranteed fun for the whole family.
Escape Hunt
When you’re searching for ways to keep the kids entertained during the holidays, Escape Hunt is an activity that the kids are guaranteed to still be buzzing about when the new term starts. The added bonus? It’s super fun for the adults as well! With exciting themes like the Alice in Wonderland-inspired, Down the Rabbit Hole, or the science-inspired The Deadly Discovery, there is something for all families to enjoy. Book in an escape for a truly brain-bending family outing.
If you’re staying at home, or heading on a road-trip – Escape Hunt still has you covered with holiday fun. There is a suite of over 6 print and play, Play at Home games that you can purchase and download for just $29. Adult participation will be needed, but it’s a great way to spend an hour or two as a family, for just $29. Buy here: escapehunt.com/au/adelaide/play-at-home-games/
Be sure to include some Escape Hunt fun in your school holiday schedule!
Catch a Family Saver Movie at Event Cinemas
FAMILY SAVER pricing is now available for Cinebuzz members on select family films before 5pm at Event Cinemas.
PLUS, treat the family and upgrade your cinema experience to Gold Class or V-Max on select sessions.
If you are a Cinebuzz for Seniors member, you may also access a special $30* Grandparents Pass. This includes 1 Senior and 2 Child tickets for original sessions only.
To access these offers, simply sign in to your account online or scan your card at the box office when purchasing your tickets.
Enjoy the big-screen experience with our family-friendly line-up of films – book now!
July School Holiday Events in Adelaide
Peter Combe & Mr Snot Bottom at Capri these school holidays
For the containment and entertainment of your ankle biters, we have the legendary Peter Combe and the putrid Mr. Snot Bottom live on stage in the July school holidays.
Peter will perform his hit Fringe show ‘Fix the Fence with Sticky Tape’ with the all singing, all dancing Theatre Bugs kids. Sunday 4th July, 2pm. Tix $17.50 – $20.
Mr Snot Bottom’s stinky, silly show is an interactive stand up comedy performance for kids with lots of gross-out humour and songs! Brought to you by Do Something Today. Saturday 17th July, 11am. Tix $15 – $20
DANCESTAR LIVE Presents ‘I AM ME’ 💫 An interactive children’s show debuting these July School Holidays
A show that inspires confidence, develops rhythm and encourages creativity. Designed specifically for 2-6yr old’s, DANCE STAR LIVE is a 1 hour interactive production that will have us all up and dancing.
Meet Flexi Lexi and Sisqo Disco, ‘Gen Alpha’s’ newest role models; here to take you on a journey to discovering your true self. With show stopping vocals, amazing dance moves and the catchiest tunes yet, its 2021’s most exciting show to date. An entirely inclusive show for…ABSOLUTELY EVERYONE!
SHOW DATES AND TIMES:
Thursday 15th of July: 10am & 12pm
Friday 16th of July: 10am & 12pm
Saturday 17th of July: 10am & 12pm
Sunday 18th of July: 10am & 12pm
TICKETS: $22.00 each | Family Pass for $80.00
Kids Art Events at the Bridgewater Inn
Tuesday, 6th July, 10am – 12pm and
Monday 12 July 10am – 12pm
$39
Bring your Kids (6 yrs +) along to an unforgettable morning full of colours, laughter and cake.
Tuesday 6 July – A super fun ART Lesson for your kids wherein they will paint their favourite animal and take home their artwork to hang it in their room, with pride!
Monday 12 July – Dot mandala painting with acrylic paints.
A local artist will walk all the kids through the painting process step-by-step and help them create a colourful artwork of their favourite animal. They can also choose not to follow the instructions and paint anything else they like.
While the kids are busy exploring their creative side, parents/guardians can enjoy coffee/wine with some munchies and free WIFI at the beautiful Bridgewater Inn
What every kid (6yrs+) gets : A take-home canvas, paints, brushes, an art smock and an easel
Limited seats, book today!
*Parents/Guardians will have to be present at the hotel premises throughout the event
Book online at www.paintelaide.com.au
National Railway Museum Family Fun Fair
The annual Family Fun Fair during the July School Holidays at the National Railway Museum is bound to please lots of families, with the usual wide variety of train rides, entertainment – representing great value for money.
- All of the trains will be running all day every day; full size black steam engine Peronne, those Adelaide great suburban Redhen railcars, and the very popular small steam engines blue Bub and green Bill!
- Other entertainment includes; song and dance with Cool For Kids, Chris and his Barrel Organ, and Dino Girl with her dinosaur activities.
- Loads of displays and other attractions, including a huge model railway.
- Plenty of catering on site for something to eat and drink.
- COVID Safe Plan in place with some minor restrictions.
- All entertainment and all train rides are INCLUDED in the admission fees – fantastic value!
Thursday to Sunday 15th to 18th July
10am to 4.30pm
online bookings are recommended at
nrm.org.au/book-online
Stuart Little
Stuart Little is the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Little and younger brother of George Little. He also happens to be a mouse. Stuart may be little but he has a BIG personality! Join Stuart on his adventures of family, courage and friendship.
Take the kids along to this fabulous production from Monday 12 – Friday 16 July! This production of Stuart Little will be performed every day from 10am-11am at St Philip’s Church 84 Galway Ave, Broadview.
Best suited for ages 4 and up but will be fun for the whole family! Single Tickets are $20 and Family Tickets (good for 4) are $70.
Ticket link: https://www.trybooking.com/BRHXI
Brixpo
More than 500,000 LEGO bricks and 150 fan-made models will be on display at BRIXPO, Adelaide’s fan-built LEGO show on the weekend of 3-4 July. Watch out for some familiar faces from LEGO® Masters too!
BRIXPO has moved to a bigger venue – St Clair Recreation Centre. SIX championship basketball courts will be filled with with fabulous original LEGO® creations whilst staying COVID safe.
July School Holiday at the Museums
National Railway Museum
The National Railway Museum, the largest undercover railway museum in Australia, will be open every day of the School Holidays from 10am to 4.30pm.
Loads to see and do, with carriages to explore as well as a large model railway and displays..
See the famous Tea & Sugar Train and say hello to Bob the Railway Dog. And there is a miniature train that takes visitors for rides around the huge site, and that experience is included in the admission fees. Family: $36 (2 adults and up to 3 children); Adult: $15; Concession: $9; Child (5 to 15yrs): $6
Also don’t miss their Family Fun Fair from Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 July. Click here for more info
76 Lipson Street Port Adelaide
www.nrm.org.au
GooRoo Animation Workshops at the National Motor Museum
10 – 12 July | 11am – 3pm
Free (with Museum admission)
The National Motor Museum will be running animation workshops teaching participants about what goes into making a film, providing a behind the scenes glimpse into producing an animated movie.
Drawing inspiration from the vehicles on display at the museum, kids can create their own car chase, or assemble their own unique vehicle. They will also be able to collect a FREE Holden Heroes Colouring Book on their visit. The workshops are free with Museum admission
Bookings: Preferred (via phone) – 08 8568 4000
motor.history.sa.gov.au/events/school-holiday-gooroo-animation-workshops
Ship N’ Bricks at the S.A Maritime Museum
It’s time to get out your spyglass again – we’ve got a new scavenger hunt for you! Our displays have been taken over by all sorts of maritime characters – of the Lego kind. There are 12 mini-figures stowed away among our collection, each with their own hiding spot and story to tell. Follow the clues in your Ship N’ Bricks guide book to discover all their secret spots.
One lucky adventurer will win a Ship in a Bottle Lego set of their very own to build at home. Simply fill in the form on the back of your guide book and place it in the box at the front counter for your chance to win.
Duration of school holidays (3 – 18 July)
10am – 5pm
maritime.history.sa.gov.au/events/school-holidays-ship-n-bricks
SA Maritime Museum: 126 Lipson Street, Port Adelaide. 10am-5pm daily.
www.samaritimemuseum.com.au or 8207 6255 or email maritime@history.sa.gov.au
Animate Yourself at the Migration Museum
In these animation workshops, we will explore the visible and invisible parts of our identity by making individual animations that tell our identity stories. Participants will be provided with an iPad and stylus and taught to use the digital animation program ‘Procreate’, and sound program ‘Garage band’.
You will work with artists Anna Hickey-Moody and Angelica Harris-Faull in developing visual expressions of the invisible and visible parts of your identity and telling a story about why these aspects of yourself matter. Bookings essential.
When: Friday 16 July – Sunday 18 July
Times: Friday: 1pm – 4pm. Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Migration Museum: 82 Kintore Avenue, Adelaide. 10 am – 4pm daily. FREE
www.migrationmuseum.com.au or 8207 7580 or email: migration@history.sa.gov.au.
July School Holidays for FREE
Step right up! The Carnival at Northpark Shopping Centre has just arrived.
Balloon Twisting
Mon 5th July (10am – 1pm)
Circus Workshop
Learn how to juggle, spin plates, use diabolos & much more
Tues 6th & Wed 7th July (10am – 1pm)
PLUS, test your skills with carnival games.
*Cool prizes to be won. Carnival games are available on 5th, 6th & 7thJuly from 10am – 1pm.
*All activities are subject to change with little to no notice.
For more information, head to northparkshoppingcentre.com.au
Build It Up Construction Day at Para Hills Community Club
If your little one loves boxes then they will love this FREE morning of building with boxes
The City of Salisbury and MOVEIt Fitness are excited to see imaginations in full swing with our Build it UP construction morning.
Bound to be a big build session using a variety of boxes big and small.
Create, construct and craft!
Various construction and craft activities on offer for all the family to enjoy.
Ages: 3 – 10
Cost: FREE
Free Craft Workshops at the Markets
Heading to the Adelaide Central Markets these School Holidays? With plenty of kids activities happening right throughout the holidays, there is also some FREE Craft workshops happening each Friday.
Friday 9 July – 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Friday 16 July – 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Located in Gouger Street dining area
*bookings not required
Edithburgh | Adelaide Guitar Festival On the Road
Nestled amongst rocky cliffs and sandy beaches, the historic bayside town of Edithburgh will celebrate the best of guitar music in a family-friendly community event by Adelaide Guitar Festival.
Details: Click here
Dino-Mania at Unley Shopping Centre
Introducing… DINO MANIA! Unley Shopping Centre’s roar-some and FREE July school holiday program.
Meet Rowdy The Raptor (Adelaide’s only giant roaming raptor), enjoy dinosaur balloon twisting and collect your free dinosaur cookie.
MEET! Rowdy The Raptor
7th & 8th July from 10am – 11am
Dino Shaped Balloon Twisting
7th July from 10am – 1pm
*Take Home & Decorate A Dinosaur Cookie
8th July from 11am – 12pm or *until stocks last
For more details, head to www.unleyshoppingcentre.com.au/dino-mania
Online Escape Room
This will be an online event on Zoom with other families. Book one member from each group into the session and the Zoom link will be emailed to you.
Bookings are essential. Sessions at 10am or 11am.
For ages 6+
Bookings: Click here
Salisbury Library Olympics
Let’s have some Olympic sized fun! Join MOVEIT Fitness and experience our very own Olympics within a library setting. Along with a range of sporting activities and equipment to use, we will have a range of books available for you to borrow. Discover more about the history of the Olympics and learn about the most incredible athletes the world has seen. Bookings essential.
Ages: 3 – 10 years
Cost: FREE
Bookings: Click here
Magical Mall Melodies
Kicking off Umbrella Festival 2021 with a school holiday program, featuring the likes of Humphrey B. Bear, Tutti Choir and other local entertainers all writing and performing songs in Rundle Mall and about Rundle Mall. Expect Polka Dots and Bubbles.
15-18 Jul at 2pm
15-18 Jul at 12pm
15-18 Jul at 10am
Cost: FREE
NAIDOC Celebrations for Children
Three hours of hands on activities! Be completely engaged with Uncle Jack and his wealth of knowledge, digeridoo playing and enriched, engaging stories.Try your hand at dot painting and much more…
100% suitable for pre-school children and families.
This event is ticketed click here to book
Cost: FREE
