At the top of the Yorke Peninsula, on Coastal Way, 15 mins after Port Wakefield you’ll find the Port Clinton Fairy Houses.There are over 30 little fairy houses in this tiny seaside town. Makes a good toilet stop to/from Yorke Peninsula, especially with a dog as it’s less busy than Pt Wakefield. Find it at 24-36 Duryea street , Port Clinton
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Trains! Kids LOVE trains and they will love being able to ride on the miniature railway while you’re visiting Kadina. The miniature railway is scheduled to run twice a month, on their handmade track, on the grounds around the Copper Coast Visitor Information Centre at 50 Mines Rd Kadina. The trains generally operate from 10am to 3pm (with last trains leaving from 2.30pm) on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month apart from twilight Saturday...
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Check out the Kids in Adelaide Christmas Carols List for this year. If we’ve missed any please let us know ho ho!
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Did someone say market?… Did someone say Christmas market?
This year our Elves have been super busy finding all the BEST, must-visit Christmas markets in Adelaide for 2021 and popping them on the nice list. From locally crafted gifts to a wonderful array of delicious Christmas offerings, visiting one of these Christmas markets is sure to get you in the festive spirit (and cross some of those items of your list).
We don’t ever take for granted how lucky we are to be able to try out some of the newest and best kids toys, gadgets and devices on offer. We’ve taken our favourites from 2025 and added them below as a quick guide to what will be on your kids Christmas wish lists this year. We’ve tried to include a wide range of products suitable for all sorts of kids interests and budgets. We’ve also included links for where to buy...
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Here at Kids In Adelaide, we love a cafe that just gets it right – good service, good, food, good beverages and somewhere for the kids to play. Thankfully, Cantina61 at Seaford Rise ticks all the boxes! Under new ownership since April 2022, the team have been working hard to deliver a place you can go with family or friends and just enjoy yourselves and their great food! One of the first thing the new owners did was create a kids play...
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The coolest place in town! With not just 1 but 3 ice rinks, The Ice ArenA is Adelaide’s premier ice-skating and ice sports facility. Open all year round, get out of the rain and experience a magical winter or escape the summer heat, go use their aircon. Best of all, ice skating can be enjoyed at any age, and is a sport for a lifetime. Operating for over 40 years, they’ve been a part of generations of families making countless...
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Get the whole family together for the ultimate fun-filled Adelaide Oval kids adventure. See the iconic stadium in a whole new way on this action-packed tour with the expert Adelaide Oval Ambassadors. Follow the trail with interactive activities along the way, which will have the kids thinking and walking in the footsteps of famous sporting heroes. Experience all things cricket and football behind the scenes where you’ll get the chance to be the...
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Ever wanted to tell your family to GET LOST? Well, now you can – in the best way possible! Kids In Adelaide were recently gifted the game GETTING LOST to try and we are here to tell you, it is a HEAP of fun and a great way to explore your own suburb or somewhere completely new! It really is simple – you pick your pack depending on the type of adventure you want. There are heaps to choose from, including a cycling edition, girls road...
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A South Australian icon for more than 55 years, the Pancake Kitchen always makes me nostalgic for my childhood. It was so exciting to head to that nook of Gilbert St & be allowed to eat pancakes for dinner! I can still smell the maple syrup & remember looking at the menu wondering who on earth would eat bacon on pancakes (adult me, that’s who). Does anyone else remember the jukebox out in the back room? The original Spotify! It...
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There is every chance if you have had a kid, been the cool uncle or aunty, or even accidentally stumbled into the kids section of any store, you will have come across some Little Tikes toys. They are synonymous with being a kid in Australia, whether it be cruising around in one of the fleet of cozy coupe or 4-in-1 trikes, or getting amongst it with a sand and water play table, these toys are insanely popular for one very good reason. They are...
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Thinking of a playground party, but can’t really be bothered carting ALL of the food and drink and decorations? What about shelter? This is where you do it! Let’s call it a party at our place! If your kids love to decorate and get creative with hands on activities, check out these super cute Cupcake Decorating Birthday Parties at Cafe Bonython! Located right smack bang in Bonython Park Playground. Kids will have loads of fun while...
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Want to know where the best Babysitters in Adelaide can be found? Whether you need an hour or two, a whole day, or even afterschool care, Kiddo has got you covered. Kiddo takes the hard work out of finding the perfect carer for your kids, connecting parents with local, verified, and experienced babysitters. Download the free Kiddo App now to get started to find the very best Babysitters, Nannies and NDIS Support workers in Adelaide. How can...
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The Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre is being transformed into a state-of-the-art water park ready for the 2023–2024 swimming season. Once completed the upgrade will cost almost $24 million and include: two new poolshigh platform waterslideswater play areasdisability access ramps to facilitate the increased use of the existing facilities as well as support greater independence for all patrons. Work is expected to start in late–2022 and planned...
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Do you like beer?Do you like pizza?Do you like dogs?Do you like great views?Do you like amazing service? If you answered YES to any of the above, then it is time to take a drive down the Fleurieu Peninsula to Smiling Samoyed Brewery at Myponga. It is situated right on the Myponga Reservoir and it is one of our favourite spots to hang out with the family while enjoying a great meal. Smiling Samoyed Brewery is open 7 days a week and have their...
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If you are planning a Barossa trip with kids, we have found the perfect place for you to stay – Angaston Vineyard Motel. There is no need to fork out on a pricey B&B, Angaston Vineyard Motel has a range of rooms available to suit your group size and budget, plus it has a playground to keep the kids happy AND a pool for the warmer months. WE ARE THERE! Vineyards Motel is perfectly situated across from the Farmers Market (every Saturday...
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Disney Magic at Sea is coming to Australia and New Zealand from October 2024 to February 2025 for a special new season. Booking opens for all Guests from approximately 10pm AEST Monday 26 June 2023. If you want to know first hand what it’s like aboard stay tuned in December where one of the KiA Nanna’s takes one very lucky KiA Kid ONBOARD! We can’t wait to tell you more later in the year. But for now, here’s what we...
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We LOVE books here at Kids in Adelaide and we LOVE science, so we thought we’d put together a list of our favourite science themed books for you to try this National Science Week. No matter what area of science your kids are interested in, you’ll find a book over at Booktopia for them to learn more about their favourite topic. There are books on astronomy, plants and nature, inventing, space, animals, insects and heaps more! They...
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It’s no secret that we have some serious talent right here in South Australia. We have strong, inspirational business leaders across all industries – but what might surprise you (or maybe not?) is the level of up and coming talent right here in Adelaide. That’s right – “Kidpreneurs” are on the rise here in Adelaide. Youngsters that have started their own business and are absolutely smashing it. Some have seen...
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Find it at: Fairbanks Dr, Paralowie Fairbanks Drive has had a huge upgrade with the completion of a fabulous playground to accompany the recently completed rage3 cage. Not sure what a rage cage is? Its an all-in-one sporting…..cage (funnily enough) where kids can play a variety of sports including basketball rings, soccer goals, cricket stumps, a climbing wall, hopscotch and ball target holes. This playground is a paradise for older kids,...
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Did you know that Australians currently generate 59kg of single-use plastic waste per year? Each?! YIKES. Over the past couple of years we have made a real effort to reduce the amount of plastic we are using in our homes. We all know how important it is for our planet that we reduce plastic use, but it can be a real challenge finding products to replace the usual suspects in our homes, without compromising on quality. We are by no means perfect...
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NAIDOC Week 2024 is happening from 7-14 July, with the theme ‘Keep the fire burning! Blak, loud and proud’. This year, we celebrate the strong spirit of our communities and invite everyone to stand together, making sure all voices are heard. The fire represents the enduring strength and vitality of Indigenous cultures, passed down through generations despite many challenges. It’s a symbol of connection to the land, to each other, and to the...
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We LOVE taking our kids to the theatre. The arts are really important to us as a family and we were determined to instill an appreciation of live theatre in them from a young age. Don’t worry – we’re not talking about full length operas or gritty plays in another language. We love to go and see kid friendly shows that come to Adelaide such as plays based on their favourite books, children’s music groups, magic shows and...
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We recently visited South Australia’s Riverland for an extra-long weekend. Having visited the area before we chose Renmark again for its beautiful riverside location and holiday village feel. We decided to leave the caravan home this time and splash out for just a smidge more convenience and stay at the luxurious Renmark River Villas, hosted by Boats and Bedzzz. The accommodation options are great! Boats and Bedzzz host two modern 3-bedroom...
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The Renmark Club is a brilliant spot to relax with a glass of wine and a meal. Its town centre and riverfront location is the ideal place to meet with family and friends and enjoy all the perks life out here affords. This extensive community club is attractive day and night and easily caters for the significant weekend crowd whilst simultaneously hosting a Wedding in the Function Centre adjacent. There are several sections to choose from for...
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If you are looking for a home away from home during your South Aussie Riverland stay, then you need to check out The River Block! This riverfront accommodation in Berri has three bedrooms, a dishwasher, hardwood floors (no worrying about the kids ruining the carpet!) and lots of luxurious touches to make your trip both relaxing and comfortable. The River Block is perched atop the riverbank of a private lagoon with so much fun to be had! Go...
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