The Royal Adelaide Show is BACK | 5 – 13 September 2026 It’s one of our favourite Adelaide activities on the calendar each year. With heaps to see and do, from the adorable barnyard animals, agriculture competitions and events, rides, plenty of attractions and of course the Showbags – there really is something for everyone. To help you and your family make the most of The Show, here are our tips for attending this year. Things...
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Get ready to light up your winter, Adelaide! Every July, Illuminate Adelaide gathers the most exceptional and audacious art, music, technology, and innovation from all over Australia and the world and unleashes them across the city and the state. Illuminate Adelaide is back for 2026 and it’s bigger, brighter, and bolder than ever! Every July, this epic festival transforms the city into a glowing playground of art, light, music, and...
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When is Adelaide Fringe 2026? The 2026 Adelaide Fringe runs from Friday, February 20, 2026 – Sunday, March 22, 2026 It’s the most wonderful time of the year and no, we’re not talking about Christmas. We’re talking about the 2026 Adelaide Fringe! For four glorious weeks, Adelaide comes alive with creativity, colour and celebration, and there is a huge line-up of family-friendly shows to enjoy. From kids’ dance performances and circus...
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When is the March Long Weekend in Adelaide? Adelaide Cup Day long weekend happens every March. In 2026 it falls on Monday March 9 giving us a long weekend! It’s not called “Mad March” in Adelaide for nothing! There are PLENTY of family friendly events happening across the state at this time of the year, including of course the Adelaide Fringe. If the weather is still warm (likely!) maybe check out one of our favourite beaches...
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Ring in the New Year with Sparkles, Not Stress: Your Guide to Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Fun in Adelaide! Looking for New Years Eve in Adelaide with kids that doesn’t involve staying up until midnight (or a total meltdown)? You’re in the right place. Adelaide looks after families on New Year’s Eve with early fireworks, outdoor celebrations and kid-friendly events that let you ring in the new year and still make it home by bedtime....
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Halloween will spook Adelaide this year on Saturday the 31st of October, what a way to start the weekend! Love it or loathe it the Halloween tradition is bigger than ever this year in Adelaide with a number of spooky events happening for all ages and scare levels. Check out the calendar below for all the best Halloween events happening this October. Halloween Events in Adelaide. If we’ve missed your event click here to list it with us for...
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There’s nothing quite like a good old-fashioned country show in South Australia! From fairy floss and showbags to farm animals, rides and wood-chopping, these events bring the whole community together for a weekend of fun. Country shows are the perfect family day out, kids can pat animals, cheer at the show rings, and enjoy the excitement of sideshow alley, while parents soak up the friendly country atmosphere. There are currently 48 country...
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The DreamBIG Children’s Festival returns from 12–22 May 2026, marking an extraordinary milestone – 50 years of sparking creativity, imagination, and wonder for children across South Australia. As the world’s longest-running children’s festival, DreamBIG continues to inspire young minds with innovative arts experiences. This year’s theme, ‘I Was, I Am, I Will Be,’ invites kids to reflect on their past, celebrate the present, and dream big...
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The Adelaide Showground Farmers’ Market (ASFM) is one of South Australia’s best spots for fresh, local food, and it’s got something for everyone! Every Sunday from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, families head down to the Adelaide Showground for a fun, relaxed shopping experience that supports local farmers and producers. With over 100 stallholders each week, you’ll find everything from fresh fruit and veggies to delicious homemade treats, ethically...
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Mother’s Day in 2026 falls on Sunday May 10 and there are plenty of events happening in and around Adelaide. If you are looking for a Mother’s Day brunch, lunch or special event, have a look below – there are plenty of things happening all around Adelaide to take Mum to & spoil her silly. Be quick though – Mother’s Day events always sell out, so be sure to book soon. You’ll be the favourite child for...
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2026 Gather Round will run from Thursday April 9 to Sunday April 12, which will coincide with school holidays in South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia, New South Wales and Queensland. Heading to Adelaide for Gather Round weekend and looking for the best events, activities, and things to do? From AFL match schedules to family-friendly attractions, live entertainment, festivals, and more. Whether you’re a footy fan or just soaking up...
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Do you have a young entrepreneur in the family with a big idea? The City of Unley’s Fish Tank program is back for 2025, and this year it’s bigger and better than ever! Since 2016, Fish Tank has been nurturing young business minds, providing mentorship, guidance, and a platform for young people to turn their creative ideas into real businesses. And for the first time, the program is open to primary-aged students! Who Can Enter? Fish Tank 2025 is...
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The Adelaide Central Market is always a hive of activity and are a great place to explore piles of scrumptious fresh food from a variety of cultures. There’s loads for kids to learn, mountains of foods to choose from and plenty of activities to enjoy. Some of the activities include face painting, cooking demonstrations, small goods appreciation classes, live entertainment and more! General Opening hours: Tuesday7.00am –...
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The Sunday Funday Markets are Adelaide’s are an exciting family-friendly community markets, held at the Tonsley Innovation District. These vibrant open-air markets feature over 130 stalls showcasing local businesses, delicious food vendors, and unique brands that highlight the best of South Australia. For families and children, the markets offer a plethora of engaging activities. Kids can enjoy creative workshops, interactive games, and...
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The Stirling Market, held every fourth Sunday of the month on Druid Avenue in Stirling, South Australia, is a vibrant gathering that showcases a diverse array of local artisans and producers. With the motto “Make it. Bake it. Sew it. Grow it.” , the market features stalls offering everything from rare native and exotic plants to fresh seasonal produce, homemade jams, baked goods, local wines, and handcrafted arts and crafts. For...
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Stirling Laneways is more than a market. It is a celebration of local village life and the spectacular seasons in the Adelaide Hills and brings something colourful, cozy and a little bit crazy to market Sundays in Stirling. Stirling Laneways is located in the pedestrian laneways and spaces which stem directly from the main street (Mt Barker Road). It’s a fantastic day out for families, with plenty to keep the little ones entertained—think...
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Gilles at the Grounds is a vibrant marketplace located in the historic Old Brick Dairy at the Adelaide Showgrounds. (Note is always helps to put South Boulevard in your maps on your phone) Established in 2008, it serves as a platform for emerging and established designers, vintage sellers, and artisans to showcase their work. The market emphasizes sustainability by promoting the reuse and recycling of pre-loved items. 2025 Season 1 Market...
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“Markets at the Mill” is a monthly community market held at Harts Mill in Port Adelaide, South Australia. The market features over 70 stalls, food trucks, live music, mini golf, and various family-friendly activities. Why It’s Great for Families and Kids: Diverse Stalls and Food Trucks: Families can explore a wide variety of stalls offering local products and enjoy diverse food options from numerous food trucks. Live...
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2025 Theme – Book an Adventure| 2025 Shortlist – click here 2025 Book Week Costume Ideas We love this year’s theme “Book an Adventure” as it allows you to pretty much go dressed as any book character you like. So get creative and don’t forget to show us what you come up with! Why the theme? The theme celebrates 80 years of Children’s Book Week The theme encourages young readers to explore new...
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Plant 4 Bowden is a family owned and operated business, born from a vision of a thriving community and a passion for environmental sustainability. The magic happens just outside of the CBD, in the old Clipsal building in Bowden which now serves as an industrial backdrop for a weekly rotation of markets, special events, celebrations and weddings. Surrounded by greenery and Bowden Park, this market venue is also home to a number of unique cafés,...
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Kids are unpredictable. So are Fringe shows. That’s why planning is your new best friend. Here’s how to tackle a day at Adelaide Fringe with kids like a pro. 🚗 Sort Your Transport or ParkingWeekends get hectic, and opening night? Even wilder. Pre-book a car park (seriously, best invention since sliced bread), or take public transport, an Uber, or even a bike – bonus points if it’s a hipster one (because Fringe). Book East end parking...
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Moonlight Cinema is Australia’s favourite outdoor cinema situated in iconic inner-city green spaces. Make the most of the warm, sunny evenings and treat the family to a movie under the stars. Pack a picnic or enjoy something from one of the onsite caterers. And if you love Gold Class at the cinemas, why not spoilt yourself and try Gold GRASS! Relax and enjoy your prime possie with food and drink brought to you! This has to be one of our...
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My family does dress up. We all love it. Book Week, fancy dress parties and ESPECIALLY Halloween, it’s our thing (OK maybe it’s mostly MY thing…..but anyway) We’ve done the Adams family, zombie family, skeleton family, Egyptian family, werewolf pack, day of the dead, vampire family, Nightmare Before Christmas and this year……….stay tuned! 2015 Zombie Cheerleaders 2016 Vampires, Corpse Bride and Edward...
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The Royal Adelaide Show is back from 5–13 September 2026, and we’re already counting down! There’s something pretty special about a day at the Show… the lights, the rides, the animals, the showbags, the smell of hot chips and fairy floss, and that inevitable moment when the kids spot something they absolutely need. But we all know a family day at the Show can add up quickly. The good news? You don’t need to spend a fortune to have a...
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Light Creatures is back at the Adelaide Zoo as part of Illuminate Adelaide once again. All your fave exhibits from last year are back, including Cahaya, the prowling tiger! It is a not to be missed event on the Illuminate calendar, but book quick as some sessions are already selling out! Keep reading for our review from Opening Night last year 2022. Dates: 29 June – 23 July 2023Thurs, Fri, Sat and SunEntry times: 6:30pm and 7:45pm After a sold...
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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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The Royal Adelaide Show opens its gates again to Adelaide from 5 – 13 September 2026. To celebrate we’ve done a quick whip around the KiA team and tried to put together a list of 100 things we love the most about The Show! Are there any hidden secrets you love at The Royal Adelaide Show?Where is your favourite exhibit?What is your favourite ride? Word is they’re bringing back all of our favourites this year, as well as a few...
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Bring your picnic rug, blankets and enjoy a FREE outdoor movie on the Unley Village Green.Capacity is limited, please arrive early to avoid disappointment. Where: Village Green, cnr Oxford Tce and Rugby St, Unley Friday 12 April from 4pm Join the City of Unley and the Confucius Institute to celebrate United Nations Chinese Language Day on Friday 12 April. From 4pm the Village Green will come alive with free activities for kids,...
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