Saturday 27 September – Sunday 12 October, 2025
Spring has sprung and we love this time of year in Adelaide! There are LOADS of activities, events, things to do and places to see these October 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!
School Holiday Programs & Classes in Adelaide
October School Holiday Events in Adelaide
I Wonder
The hit science musical I Wonder returns to Adelaide to inspire and delight audiences of all ages.
When a storm floods Phoebe’s home, she is sent to stay with her distant Uncle Linus in his rickety 200-year-old manor. Longing to be back home, Phoebe’s world is transformed when she discovers Linus conducting spectacular science experiments in a grand laboratory. Together, they spin these experiments into a grand musical adventure about curiosity, connection, and the intrigue of problems yet to be solved.
Created by global YouTube sensation Simon Blacket (Silly Science with Simon) and acclaimed South Australian composer Benji Riggs, I Wonder first toured schools before opening to sold-out audiences in 2024.
This year, the musical returns bigger than ever, starring Simon Blacket, Sophia Genery, and Bethany Swift in a heartwarming blend of music, wonder, and fantastical science on stage.
Trucks On Tour
Trucks on Tour is a free community event by City of Onkaparinga for kids of all ages and their families.
Explore trucks up close, hop in the driver’s seat, and see them in action! A sensory hour runs from 1–2pm with reduced noise and no demos, plus a sensory refuge and quiet activity zone by Spectrum Connect Inc.
Enjoy Kaurna nature walks, go karts, a ninja course, roving entertainment, and local food vendors throughout the day.
When: Friday 10 October, 10am to 2pm
Where: Wilfred Taylor Reserve, Morphett Vale
Places to Visit / Thing to Do in the October School Holidays
School Holiday Adventures in Adelaide
Summer School Holidays for Free
Find your new favourite playground
Did you know our website has over 400 playground listings? Our comprehensive listings of Adelaide’s playgrounds include features like location, photos, descriptions, facilities, are there toilets? age suitability and is there shade? which will help you find the best parks to suit your family. So pack a picnic and find a few new playgrounds these school holidays
Go for a Family Bike Ride
Kids seem to be able to spend ALL DAY on their bikes, don’t they? Don’t they get glute burn like us adults? If you’re family is up for a new biking adventure, scroll below for all the bike friendly paths, trails & tracks across Adelaide & regional South Australia. Many of them are also pram friendly so you can take the whole family for a walk or pedal. Don’t forget the helmets!
START at the Art
Start at the Gallery is FREE family fun day which includes an exciting introduction to art activities, tours, live performances and entertainment.
Held on the first Sunday of every month at 11 am – 3 pm for children aged 3-12 and their families.
Each monthly event is themed around current exhibitions or the general collection.
Events are free and no bookings are necessary.
Go Rock Hunting
SA Rocks is a nature play based free activity that anyone can join in with. A giant game of hide and seek, for kids and adults alike! We love it because it’s free to play, great for all ages and IDEAL for the school holidays!
Summer School Holidays at the Museums
Nature Photographer of the Year Exhibition at S.A Museum
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world at the South Australian Museums’ Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year exhibition.
This prestigious showcase of photography from across Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea, highlights the incredible diversity of flora, fauna and landscapes found across our own backyard and the world around us.
Open daily from 10am – 5pm at the South Australian Museum until 1 February 2026. Free entry for kids under 12.
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Looking for ways to save these school holidays? We’ve rounded up the best discount codes, coupons, and special offers available in and around Adelaide to help keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank. Whether you're planning a fun day out, booking a school holiday program, or grabbing a treat the whole family will love, this is your go-to list for family-friendly deals this October. Check back regularly—we’ll be adding more offers as they land!
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