When are the Adelaide Summer School Holidays? Saturday, December 13 2025 to Monday, January 26 2026
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Summer + Christmas + School Holidays – does it get any better than that! Slip, slop, slap and wrap and get out in the sunshine to enjoy the best of what Adelaide has to offer in summer. Days at the beach, at the playground or get festive and check out Adelaide’s Best Christmas Light Displays
Below you’ll find some of the best school holiday programs, activities, events, things to do and places to see in Adelaide. Will you sign the kids up for some full day outdoor adventures? Book them in for holiday learn to swim? Check out one of our fantastic museums? Or take advantage of the many FREE school holiday programs on offer around the place.
Whatever your kids are into, there will be a school holiday activity or two (or three) to keep them busy and happy this December and January.
Adelaide School Holiday Programs & Classes
Terrarium Making at Helen’s Mini Worlds
Craft your own terrarium at Helen’s Mini Worlds drop-in terrarium station. This beginner-friendly experience is open 5 days a week.
Pricing: starts from $25 for the finished terrarium and varies based on your choice of glassware, plants, moss and figurines. Prices are clearly marked in-store.
1/194 Prospect Road, Prospect
Walk ins are welcome BUT there are limited spots available, head to www.helensminiworlds.com to book your tickets.
School Holiday cooking classes at Sprout
Looking for a school holiday activity that’s actually fun, interactive and gets your kids off screens? Sprout Cooking School has you covered – with awesome classes for every age, stage and ability:
5-11 Year Olds: Let them go solo in the kitchen (with support!) as they whip up fresh, healthy meals from scratch. No cupcake decorating here – this is real cooking, made fun. $65pp
12-16 Year Olds: Teens take the lead with grown-up recipes and proper kitchen skills. Think teriyaki salmon, ginger beans and citrus souffle. Serious skills, serious flavour. $75pp
Family Fun Class: Cook together in a relaxed, joyful setting that gets everyone involved. It’s messy, delicious, and memory-making stuff. From $150
Classes always sell out – book now for a seriously tasty school holiday activity
Sun’s Out, Fun’s Out at Adelaide Uni School Holiday Program
Keep the kids moving, laughing, and learning these holidays at Adelaide University Sport & Fitness’ Summer School Holiday Program.
From team sports and outdoor adventures to crafts and creative games, it’s the perfect mix of active fun and chilled downtime — all in a safe, supportive space.
📅 Dec 10, 2025 – Jan 23, 2026
📍 Park 10, Graduates Clubhouse
🕘 9am – 5pm daily
💲 $70 per day, per child
Book your spot and learn more at: www.adelaideunisport.com.au/play-sport/school-holiday-program
Saddle Up for Fun These School Holidays
BaptistCare offers unforgettable horse experiences at Wirraway Homestead.
From single day programs to immersive camps, horse loving kids discover confidence, connection and fun through safe, supervised experiences led by qualified instructors.
- Horse Adventure Days – 16, 17 and 18 December. Fun single-day riding experiences for kids aged 10-14.
- Horse Clinic Camps – 5 to 7 January and 12 to14 January. Three-day camps for horse lovers aged 12 – 16.
Click here to find out more: https://bit.ly/baptist-care-KIA
Spots are limited, secure your child’s horse adventure today
January Kickstart Holiday Program – NumberWorks’n Words Tuition Specialists
The popular NumberWorks’n Words January Kickstart Holiday Program is back this Summer Holidays and places are filling up fast!
These school holiday programs are the perfect opportunity to stay on track, catch up, or push ahead with learning between school terms. The January program is perfectly timed in the final week of the holidays to energise students for Term 1, recover any holiday slippage, and hit the ground running when school commences. It is also the best time to prepare those students sitting NAPLAN in Term 1.
The program includes daily, intensive lessons, enabling students to build rapidly on the previous day’s learning. From Reception to Year 11, NumberWorks’n Words caters to the individuals, and helps children develop their English or maths skills. Lessons are individualised for each student’s learning needs in alignment with their school curriculum. Most importantly, lessons are delivered in a supportive environment that combines fun with learning, builds confidence, and gets results
Each centre will be running a 3-day or 5-day program
Monday, 19th January – Friday, 23rd January 2026
Half Day: 10am – 12pm
Full-Day Intensive: 10am – 2:30pm
Book your child’s initial free assessment here
Unley: Level 1, 227 Unley Rd, Malvern Ph: 8271 2121
Norwood: 53 The Parade, Norwood Ph: 8333 2121
Turning Point Dance Summer Intensive
Turning Point Dance invites dancers from across Adelaide to join their Summer Intensive 2026, held from 19–23 January at Thebarton studios.
This ballet-focused workshop is designed for students with dance experience who wish to refine their technique, strengthen their artistry, and begin the new year feeling confident and inspired. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for dancers who may be considering a new training environment to experience the standard of teaching and care at Turning Point Dance.
- Junior: Grades 2–4
- Intermediate: Grades 5–Intermediate
- Advanced: Advanced Foundation & above
Cirkidz Summer Holiday Program
Looking for a unique way for the kids to burn off school holiday energy?
Cirkidz is rolling out its Summer Holiday Program for 2025/2026, with half-day and full-day circus sessions designed for kids aged 5–12 at the SA Circus Centre in Bowden.
Each session packs in movement, creativity and confidence-building fun. Kids can fly on the trampoline, explore acrobatics, learn new tricks, and try a huge variety of circus skills, all in a fully indoor, air-conditioned venue that keeps the summer heat at bay.
Favourites are back for another season: Off The Wall, Soar & More, Circus Smorgasbord, Circus Pick ’N’ Mix, Ready, Set, Circus, and the ever-popular Cirkour for ages 8–12. Trainers guide every step, encouraging kids to discover their own circus superpower.
Programs are Drop & Go, fully supervised by the friendly Cirkidz coaching team.
Session times: 8:30am–12pm and 12:30pm–4pm
Cost: $60 for half-day, $110 for full-day
Kids should wear soft, comfy clothing (no buttons or zips), tie back long hair, bring a drink bottle, snacks, and lunch if staying the whole day.
Bookings are open now and tend to sell out fast; secure your spot early!
More info & Online Bookings here
Location: SA Circus Centre, 27 Fifth St, Bowden.
Contact: 08 8346 5735 or circus@cirkidz.org.au
Kids Cooking Classes at Homefresh
Homefresh kids fun cooking classes will entertain (and feed) your children these school holidays giving you a well-earned break.
For just $47 your Mini Chef and $57 your Future Chef can enjoy one and a half hours of fun, learning to shop and cook with our talented Homefresh chefs.
Your child will dress in their Homefresh chefs uniforms, shop for ingredients, then prepare and cook healthy food from scratch and devour the result, all while you have a coffee or shop the local area in peace.
Book your spot at > www.homefreshcooking.com.au
Code Camp Coding and Creative Holiday Camps
Let Code Camp inspire your children to get creative with technology these holidays, learn some valuable new skills, have fun and make new friends. With a wide range of in-person camps and online programs available, there really is something for everyone. Choose from beginner to advanced coding camps, robotics, stop-motion animation, DJing, video production and so much more!
Kids in Adelaide Exclusive offer: Use the code KIA25 when booking to save $25 on your child’s holiday camp booking. Don’t forget to share the code with friends so they can save too! Book here
Not sure where to start?
Code Camp’s flagship coding programs are the perfect way to begin your child’s Code Camp journey. Choose Little Coders for ages 5-7 to take their first steps into the world of coding and Spark for ages 7-12 to use drag & drop coding to create an awesome arcade-style game.
Plus, their most popular creative camps are back this season including Minecraft Engineers, Roblox Legends, Robotics Camps, and YouTube Creators, offering the coolest few days of STEM learning and fun.
They also offer a range of tech-free crafting camps called Get Crafty! It’s a break from screens where kids can enjoy hands-on, real-world activities that encourage mindfulness and creativity while having fun with others!
For more information and bookings head to the Code Camp website: www.codecamp.com.au
Win a FULL YEAR of Code Camp – Totally FREE!*
Yes, you have read that right. Every school holiday break in 2026 your kids could be learning, creating, and making memories at Australia’s favourite holiday program. No scrambling for activities. No boredom. No cost. An Annual Family Pass to Code Camp could be yours. Enter here
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Summer Jr Chocolatier Workshops at Barossa Valley Chocolate Co.
Celebrate the South Australian Summer School Holidays with a full line-up of delicious, hands-on chocolate fun for kids — plus a brand-new Adult Art Workshop to unleash your creativity!
BVCC Jr Chocolatier Workshops are fully hosted, interactive sessions where children learn, create, and enjoy chocolate-filled fun. Spaces are limited, so early bookings are strongly recommended.
Choose from Festive Fun, Toy Box Treats, or Aussie Adventures — each workshop crafted to inspire imagination, creativity, and a love of chocolate.
Two session each of the below days @ 10.30 am and 12.30 pm
- Mon Dec 22 – Festive Fun
- Mon Jan 5 – Toy Box Treats
- Wed Jan 7 – Aussie Adventures
- Fri Jan 9 – Toy Box Treats
- Mon Jan 12 – Aussie Adventures
- Wed Jan 14 – Toy Box Treats
- Fri Jan 16 – Aussie Adventures
- Sun Jan 18 – Adult Art Session with
- Mon Jan 19 – Aussie Adventures
- Fri Jan 23 – Toy Box Treats
Festive Fun Celebrate the magic of Christmas with a joyful, creative workshop filled with festive chocolate treats.
Toy Box Treats A playful, colourful session inspired by all things fun, bright, and imaginative.
Aussie Adventures A true-blue chocolate journey inspired by iconic Australiana fun.
$39 pp – perfect for 5- 12 yo
Secure your place for summer holiday fun:
www.barossavalleychocolates.com.au/s/schoolholidays
School Holiday Outdoor Adventures in Adelaide
Head to Woodhouse Adventure Park this Summer holidays for ‘drop & go’ adventures.
Summer School Holidays UNPLUGGED back in session at Woodhouse Adventure Park, promising a season packed with outdoor action, creativity, and classic Woodhouse adventure. Each day is bursting with hands-on Christmas crafts, sun-soaked quests, themed challenges, and plenty of Woodhouse favourites in between.
The popular kids-only ‘drop & go’ day camps are designed to keep primary schoolers (ages 5–12) screen-free, active, and entertained from drop-off to pick-up. Just 10 minutes up the South Eastern Freeway, children can explore a 54-hectare natural wonderland in Piccadilly, Adelaide Hills.
The adventure begins 15–19 December, with daily themes designed to spark imagination and outdoor fun and then again for the January program from 12–23 January.
December kicks off with returning favourites like Ultimate Woodhouse (a full day of iconic challenges and classic fun) and Adrenaline Rush (fast-paced, high-energy excitement). Woodhouse is also celebrating Christmas, Woodhouse-style, with A Very Merry Splashmas and Jingle Bell Jamboree, before embracing all things sunshine in Summer Down Under.
Kids will have a splashing good time throughout January, with plenty of waterplay to combat even the warmest of days. They’ll explore the ecosystem of Cox’s Creek in Creek Capers, train for dinosaur wrangling on the Laser Skirmish field in Jurassic Adventure, and put their problem-solving hats on for Tricky Tasks. They’ll take on Ginormous Games, celebrate a Squarepants Summer, and each day will include action on Challenge Hill or the infamous Tube Slides (weather permitting). And that’s just for starters!
There’s truly something for every child at UNPLUGGED—from nature lovers and creative minds to sports fans and thrill-seekers. Each program is carefully crafted to balance variety, energy, and imagination. Afternoon sessions let kids choose their own adventure, whether that’s testing their limits on the Challenge Hill obstacle course or enjoying a private Tube Slide session (weather permitting).
Priced at $80 per day (with 20% off for Scout Members), the program includes all activities and facilitation with a 1:9 staff-to-child ratio, running from 9am to 5pm (drop-off available from 8:30am).
Check out the full program and make your booking here: www.woodhouse.org.au/unplugged
Soak Up Summer Adventure with Wilderness Escape!
Summer has arrived — the perfect time for kids to get outdoors, stay active, and embrace unforgettable experiences with Wilderness Escape. For 35 years, Wilderness Escape has been South Australia’s leading provider of safe, exciting, and educational adventures for children aged 5–17.
These December and January holidays, Wilderness Escape’s summer programs are packed with warm-weather fun! From kayaking and mountain biking to rock climbing and the epic obstacle courses at the Mount Lofty Adventure Hub — plus bouldering and adventure trails at the Southern Adventure Hub — there’s something for every young explorer to enjoy.
No experience is needed. Our qualified, supportive instructors provide all equipment, guidance, and encouragement to help each child feel confident as they try something new. Beyond the excitement, our programs build resilience, friendships, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Spots fill fast — give your child a summer they’ll never forget!
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours
Join a family-friendly guided kayak tour this summer school holiday season and experience the magic of nature up close.
Paddle through ancient mangrove creeks where only kayaks can go, view historic shipwrecks, and keep an eye out for resident dolphins, sea birds, and other fascinating marine life along the way.
Experienced guides will share stories and insights about this unique ecosystem, its wildlife and history while ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure for everyone. Between paddling, take time to relax, soak up the tranquil surroundings, and capture some memorable photos.
No prior kayaking experience is needed. Before setting out, guides provide a full safety briefing and demonstrate basic paddling techniques.
Children must be aged 9 and over and will share a double kayak with an adult.
Book your spot today — or surprise someone special with a gift voucher for an unforgettable outdoor experience.
dolphinsanctuarykayaktours.com.au
Facebook:@dolphinsanctuarykayaktours
Instagram:@dolphinsanctuarykayaktours
School Holidays at TreeClimb
This school holidays, take your family on a high-flying adventure at TreeClimb, with not just one but three amazing locations: Adelaide Park Lands, Kuitpo Forest, and Salisbury Park.
In the heart of the city, TreeClimb Adelaide offers over 70 treetop obstacles, ziplines, and a Tarzan swing, all nestled in Kurangga Park. Meanwhile, TreeClimb Kuitpo Forest (about 45 minutes from Adelaide) gives you a nature-filled escape with elevated courses, net courses, and a Zip-Loop over the Heysen Trail. And for even more aerial fun, the Salisbury location at Harry Bowey Reserve is now open, expanding the adventure to Adelaide’s north.
Each venue features courses for all ages kids, teens, and adults, plus an on site café. With so much variety and nature all around, TreeClimb is the perfect school holiday outing.
Make sure you book ahead – tickets sell fast!
Book your climb now: www.treeclimb.com.au/book-now
The Bend 4WD Adventure Park
Looking for a fun way to adventure with the kids these school holidays? Why not take your 4WD to The Bend 4WD Adventure Park for a day of off‑road thrills and family fun!
Picture this: you roll into The Bend, grab a trail map and head out into a playground of rock and log obstacles, sandy dunes, muddy tracks, steep inclines and descents, ideal for everyone from first‑time four‑wheel‑drivers to seasoned off‑roaders.
Each session runs for 3 hours which is plenty of time to take turns driving, spot wildlife, and enjoy the ride. Passengers are permitted (must be 14 years of age or older, 1 passenger per vehicle at a time)
Adelaide School Holiday Events
Cirque Alice
Step into Wonderland at Her Majesty’s Theatre with Cirque Alice, a dazzling new circus spectacular running these January school holidays!
Featuring world-class acrobats, aerialists, contortionists, puppetry, music, and comedy, this family-friendly show reimagines Lewis Carroll’s classic tale with breathtaking performances and immersive cabaret-style seating.
Perfect for families, friends, and date nights alike.
Semaphore Summer Carnival
The Semaphore Summer Carnival is the perfect way to make the most of the summer school holidays!
With free entry and rides ranging from $6–$15, the carnival offers fun for the whole family. Thrill-seekers can spin on the Cyclone or Spinning Coaster, while little ones will love the Tea Cups and Fun Factory.
From sunny afternoons to warm summer nights, there’s something for everyone!
West Torrens Summer Festival
Don’t miss 5 FREE family-friendly events this summer! Whether you want to relax to the smooth sounds of local musicians or get active with free entertainment, there’s something for everyone.
Come along every Saturday from 10 January to 7 February for live music, outdoor cinema, giant water inflatables, delicious food, and some very big trucks!
Wilbur’s Wildlife Discovery Centre returns to District Outlet Centre for the summer school holidays
The ultimate animal experience allows you to pat and hold a range of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, possums and more.
For just $10 a ticket, kids can enjoy a live Wildlife Show (Yes they can hold a snake), and step into the world of zookeepers, vets and dinosaurs in the hands-on Activity Zone. It’s the perfect mix of fun, learning and animal adventures.
Spots are limited and bookings are essential. This experience sold out last time so make sure to book soon to lock in your visit.
Adelaide International – Kids Day
Kick off the Adelaide International with a fun-filled Kids Day on Monday 12 January at Pinky Flat.
Enjoy games, Hot Shots Tennis, face painting, balloon art, player appearances, and plenty of family entertainment.
Kids can try inflatable tennis and giant lawn games while parents relax with food and drinks on the lawns.
Adelaide Youth Theatre presents Matilda JR
The Adelaide Youth Theatre are very excited to be presenting a special holiday season of the hit musical Matilda JR for Adelaide Families this December!
Rebellion is nigh in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence… and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace!
Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Bookings can me made at www.adelaideyouththeatre.com.au, but book fast, as tickets are literally flying out the door!
Christmas at Sunset at Kies
Saturday 20 December
Christmas at Sunset is a festive family celebration at Kies, in the heart of the Barossa. As the sun sets over the vines, kids can enjoy a Candy Cane Hunt, Christmas crafts, and plenty of space to play under the big marquee.
Families can relax with picnic rugs, food from Caro Club, and a glass of wine while live music sets the perfect summer mood. A warm, joyful community evening, made for families.
$10 per adult | kids free
AYO Summer Music Festival
From 10–17 January 2026, Elder Hall comes alive with the AYO Summer Music Festival.
Over 200 musicians will perform everything from classical favourites to contemporary Australian works, plus exciting world premieres.
This will be a lively and inspiring way to enjoy music this summer.
Lavender Bloom Festival
Spend a relaxing family day wandering through three beautiful lavender fields at Hahndorf Lavender Estate.
Pick your own lavender bunch, meet friendly farm animals, enjoy plenty of photo opportunities, and explore the farm at your leisure.
With a coffee van, picnic options, and a farm shop on site, it’s a perfect summer school holiday outing for the whole family.
Blitz Golf
Blitz Golf hits Adelaide on Friday 9 January 2026 for a fun, family-friendly 10-hole tournament with pros, rising stars, and celebrities going head-to-head.
Enjoy DJs, delicious food, fan competitions, and all the action at the iconic Stadium Hole.
It’s perfect for a day out with the kids.
GelatiFest at Barossa Valley Chocolate Co.
Get the scoop! GelatiFest is taking over Barossa Valley Chocolate Company this January!
Less than an hour from Adelaide, it’s a month-long celebration of summer, sweetness and seriously fun flavours.
Think new gelati every week, waffle basket sundaes, mega maxi creations, tasting plates and DIY sundaes for the little dessert artists.
With three limited-edition flavours dropping each week Cookie, Dessert, Mystery and Australiana there’ll always something new (and delicious) to try.
Plan your sweet summer adventure: www.barossavalleychocolates.com.au/s/schoolholidays
Kids Cooking for a Cause
Join OzHarvest kitchen for a fun, hands-on cooking experience for kids and adults alike! Guided by OzHarvest chefs, you’ll work together to turn rescued ingredients into nourishing meals for people in need. School groups, corporate family days, and social groups are welcome. Kids must be aged 8 or older and accompanied by an adult (maximum of 2 kids per adult).
Wednesday 21st Jan – 10am – 1pm
Cost: $205 for an adult ticket, and you can bring two kids for FREE!
Direct Bookings can be made here
Further information – Book Cooking for a Cause in Adelaide | OzHarvest
Teenage Cup at The Bend
The Teenage Cup at The Bend is designed specifically for young and developing drivers ready to take their next step in karting. The event begins with a 5-minute qualifying session to determine grid positions, followed by a 10-lap race where participants can put their skills into practice. Drivers then compete in a final 10-lap race, offering another chance to refine their racing craft and push for the win.
Happening every Tuesday of the School holidays
December 30, Jan 6, 13 and 20
Places to Visit / Thing to Do in the Summer School Holidays
Escape Hunt Epic Escape Room Adventures
Make these School Holidays the time to finally try an Escape Room.
Or if you haven’t been for ages, check out the brand new room at Escape Hunt Adelaide, Aladdin and the Magic Vault.
Jam-packed with adventure and testing riddles, will see you and your family put to the test to crack the codes and solve the mystery before the clock runs out.
There’s five escape rooms to choose from and three outdoor adventures prices from just $30p.p
You can even play at home with their play at home games!
The added bonus? It’s super fun for the adults as well!
Don’t let time tick away! Book online at escapehunt.com/au/adelaide
Christmas at Adelaide Central Market
Nothing to do once school breaks up? Don’t worry, there’s plenty to keep kids busy for free at the Adelaide Central Market in the week before Christmas. Kids can keep busy learning how to bake and decorate gingerbread from scratch, by Hilton Patisserie chefs (with plenty of tastings) and come along to free festive craft workshops. Bookings are not required, however get in early – these sessions will fill up fast!
Gingerbread cooking & decorating demonstration
Tuesday 16 December 11am – 12pm
Christmas craft
Thursday 18 December 9.30am – 12pm
Christmas craft
Friday 19 December 9.30am – 12pm
And in Christmas week, they’ll have a full line up of activity too!
Catch these ripper movies at the Capri over the Summer School Holidays:
13.12.25 – ZOOTOPIA 2
26.12.25 – SPONGEBOB THE MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS
01.01.26 – THE POUT POUT FISH
Go on a Wednesday or Thursday and catch the mighty WurliTzer theatre organ play before the movie for a bit of added spectacle. Don’t forget, they also have Haigh’s Chocolates available in the Candy Bar.
You can snaffle 5 tickets for $55 or 10 tickets for $100, directly from the Capri ticket box. No need to book in advance, just rock up on the day. There’s always plenty of seats.
Otherwise, grab a discounted ticket deal exclusively from the link below, with kids tickets for $7, adults for $11 and a family of 4 for $35! You also get $1 off popcorn!! (deal not available from the Capri box office)
Play and Win at SHANX these School Holidays.
SHANX Mini Golf is inviting you to explore all three SA sites from December 2025 to January 2026.
Visit SHANX Little Para, Regency or the brand new course at South Lakes, collect your stamps along the way and go into the draw for a $500 Discovery Voucher — with extra prizes for the first 20 to complete the set.
SHANX is a mini version of a real golf course, with greens, bunkers and fairways, but sized perfectly for kids and beginners and also lots of fun for pros. With 18 holes and both easy and challenging paths on every hole, it’s great for all ages and skill levels.
Play wild at Adelaide Zoo this summer!
Saturday 13 December 2025 – Monday 26 January 2025
Open every day of the school holidays 9:30am – 5pm!
Get ready to Play Wild at Adelaide Zoo these summer school holidays. Pick up your Play Wild booklet and set off on a fun-filled trail that celebrates some of Australia’s most iconic native animals.
As you make your way through the zoo, you’ll discover fascinating facts, learn how these unique animals love to play, and search for the answers to special questions hidden on signs along the way.
Inside the booklet, you’ll also find your very own take-home Adelaide Zoo boardgame. Perfect for curious kids, families, and anyone ready to explore, learn and play these holidays.
Play wild this summer at Monarto Safari Park
Saturday 13 December 2025 – Monday 26 January 2025
Open every day of the school holidays 9:30am – 5pm!
Get ready to Play Wild at Monarto Safari Park these summer school holidays. Grab your Play Wild booklet and set off on an exciting trail that highlights five iconic African animals.
As you explore the park, you’ll uncover fun facts, learn how these incredible animals love to play, and track down the answers to special questions hidden on signs along the way.
Inside the booklet, you’ll also find your very own take-home Monarto Safari Park boardgame. Perfect for curious kids, families, and anyone ready to explore, learn and play these holidays.
If you’re not a member, please pre-book your visit to avoid missing out.
Adelaide’s Most Unique Family Escape Room Adventure
Fox in a Box Adelaide is home to 11 escape rooms across 9 unique themes, offering a versatile and exciting experience for families, teens, and kids of all ages. Each room is fully themed with story-driven puzzles and cinematic mechanics, giving players the feeling of stepping into a movie. Rated 5 stars, it’s a must-visit for school holiday fun.
Perfect for families and first-timers:
Wild West Saloon – a fun, light-hearted adventure and a favourite with kids.
Mastermind Heist – a family-friendly bank-robbing challenge full of clever puzzles.
Prison Break – a teamwork-heavy room ideal for newcomers and mixed-age groups.
Great for older kids and thrill-seekers:
The Other Side – a spooky, atmospheric escape room through a mysterious portal.
Zombie Lab – an intense, high-stakes challenge racing against time to stop a deadly virus.
Families love Fox in a Box Adelaide because it caters to all skill levels, offers tailored support from dedicated Game Masters, and is ideal for birthdays, school holiday outings, or large group events. With a CBD location and large capacity, it’s easy to plan a memorable, fun, and immersive family adventure.
Beerenberg
Beerenberg is the perfect day out for kids of all ages! There’s nothing quite like the taste of freshly picked strawberries, and Beerenberg’s are truly something special. Juicy, ripe, and bursting with sweetness and flavour, they’re unlike any strawberries you’ve tasted before.
The Strawberry Patch is open most days from November through April, though we occasionally need to close for a short time. Before you visit, be sure to check our website to confirm the patch is open that day.
After you’ve filled your punnet, head over to the Beerenberg Farm Café and enjoy a delicious meal featuring fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced produce. It’s a great spot to relax and refuel with family favourites everyone will love.
Then treat yourself to a scoop (or two!) at The Dairy ice creamery offering a range of delightful flavours. Try the strawberry sorbet, packed with our very own juicy berries, or go all in with a Berry Choc Pot: fresh Beerenberg strawberries drenched in melted Belgium chocolate.
Before you head home, don’t forget to stop by our Farm Shop. With over 100 jams, chutneys, sauces, and more, it’s the perfect place to stock up on your favourites, or discover something new. You might even catch a tasting of some of our favourite products. It’s truly the perfect day out for family and friends to enjoy.
School Holidays at Kies
At Kies Family Wines and the Monkey Nut Café, school holidays are a time for family fun, delicious food, and magical memories. With experiences designed to delight guests of all ages, Kies is the perfect spot for a school holiday outing the whole family will love.
Their Kids School Holiday Christmas Pack is the ultimate festive treat for little ones, packed with fun, food and Christmas surprises!
Kids can choose one of three delicious meals, plus:
A little choc Santa, festive kids’ Bon Bon, an ice cream, fruit box and a Christmas colouring-in sheet
Perfect for keeping little tummies happy and little hands busy: a great-value Christmas treat at $12.95 per box!
Farm Barn
Open 10am-4pm everyday
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
Giant sandpit and playground.
And make sure you check out the diggers and ride on tractors!
FREE Christmas & School Holiday Fun at Hey Caddy (Marion + West Lakes!)
Looking for fun, easy, sun-smart school holiday ideas? Hey Caddy Marion and West Lakes have TWO free activities for the kids this summer, plus some great-value family bundles to keep everyone smiling.
FREE Santa Hunt – All December
Play a round of Hey Caddy and join our FREE Santa Hunt through the course!
Spot all the hidden Santas to go into the draw to WIN a $100 EFTPOS gift card.
Every child who completes the trail earns a little reward, so everyone walks away happy.
FREE “Decorate Your Own Golf Ball” – January
All January long, kids can decorate and design their very own golf ball FREE with any golf booking.
A fun craft activity + a hit of mini-golf = a guaranteed boredom buster.
And yes! They get to keep the ball!
Great Family Value
Make it a full day with our family bundles, perfect for siblings, cousins and holiday catch-ups, from just $16.50pp including pizza, golf and drinks.
Mini-golf + food + all-weather comfort = holiday hero status unlocked.
📍 Hey Caddy Marion & West Lakes
All-weather, fun, and perfect for beating school holiday boredom, without breaking the budget.
Bookings recommended > heycaddy.com.au/school-holidays
Mix102.3 Giant Wheel
The Mix102.3 Giant Wheel powered by Lumo Energy is BACK down at Glenelg for another summer and we couldn’t be more excited!
Head down there for a spin, enjoy the views of the coastline and back up Jetty Road, then hang around for a play at the Glenelg Foreshore Playground.
Open daily from 10am – 9:30pm
Find out more & grab you tickets at kidsinadelaide.com.au/glenelg-ferris-wheel
Adelaide Oval Kids Trail
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 coach, part of the media, a commentator and even a scoreboard operator! Every child will receive an Adelaide Oval souvenir and activity booklet at the end of the tour.
An experience for the whole family, this will have both primary-aged kids and parents learning and laughing all the way round the iconic Adelaide Oval.
Summer is packed with fun at The Bend!
From high-octane track experiences and karting to family-friendly activities and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone this season.
This summer:
✅ NEW! Holiday Park Day Pass – Enjoy the swimming pool, mini golf, pickleball, bike track, basketball court, table tennis, and games room.
✅ Experiences – Enjoy thrilling hot laps and spend the rest of the day exploring The Bend with your family.
✅ Kids Stay Free – Make it a family getaway!
✅ Kids Eat Free at APEX Bar & Dining – Delicious meals for the whole family.
✅ Movie Nights & Live Sport Under the Stars – Relax after a day of fun and watch movies/live sport on our big screen on selected dates.
✅ Karting Cups – Test your skills in the new competitive formats for all levels.
✅ 4WD Come & Try Days – Take on the off-road challenge!
👉 Explore all summer activities and plan your adventure: thebend.com.au/summer-at-the-bend
Little Rockets
Looking for the ultimate indoor playground for kids these school holidays? With two huge play zones in Munno Para and in the Barossa Central Shopping Centre, there’s endless fun for children aged 0–12!
Kids can explore, climb, and play safely while parents relax thanks to easy parking and a café serving healthy kids’ options and delicious meals for adults. Highlights include the train ride, departing daily at 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 4 pm, always a favourite with little ones!
Don’t forget to check their website for school holiday activities, Christmas craft days, and opening times, there’s something fun for every child this holiday season.
Bazinga and Barossa Ninja
Looking for school holiday fun? Bazinga and Barossa Ninja have you covered with awesome deals and activities for kids, teens and families!
At Bazinga Munno Para & Barossa, enjoy Double Tokens Happy Hour from 2–4pm Monday to Friday, plus Double Tickets Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Don’t miss the Retro Replay Deal—buy any $35 token deal for the chance to win an oversized bucket of tokens! At Munno Para, grab the $55 token package and score a free VR racer pass (valued at $8) or at the Barossa, grab the $55 token package and score a free Triple screen racer pass (Valued at $8)
Head over to Barossa Ninja for the ultimate active adventure. Their special holiday deal includes one hour of play, 5 nuggets or a mini pizza with chips, plus a small slushie (random flavour) for just $15.95 (available Mon–Fri).
Find Barossa Ninja inside Bazinga at 1 Murray Street, Nuriootpa (rear west car park of the Co-Op Shopping Centre).
For more info, visit www.bazingacards.com
Book in a few nights at Narnu Farm
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
Splash Town Moonta
Speaking of free places for a swim did you know Splash Town in Moonta (Yorke Peninsula) is totally FREE! It features racer slides, kids slide, large tipping bucket, water mushrooms and more, with most under shades.
Summer School holiday times aree 10am to 6pm daily, including Christmas Day and other public holidays
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.
Brighton Jetty Sculptures
Brighton Esplanade Wednesday, 22 January – Sunday 2 February
The Brighton Jetty Sculptures event returns this year showcasing the amazing talent of local artists wishing to share their work with the community.
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!
FREE water play
When it’s hot in Adelaide, it’s really bloody hot. So here are some great parks where you can find FREE shade, water, and some playground fun to keep the kids happy and the electricity bill down. As always PLEASE be very careful with your kids around water. We love kids exploring, having fun in nature and having a splash but you need to watch them at all times! And don’t forget to slip, slop, slap and wrap!
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!
Science Club at Adelaide City Library
Start the New Year off with a fantastic explosion of colour! Join us for our regular school holiday Science Club program and explore some brilliantly colourful experiments. Discover the seemingly magical properties of surface tension, the wonderfully bright world of colour indicators, and even how to change colours between cups without touching a thing!
This is a free event, but spaces book fast to make sure to register now!
Recommended for ages 7-12. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Summer School Holidays at the Museums
Discover the natural world at the South Australian Museum
Get ready for a fun-filled adventure as the SA Museum comes alive with hands-on activities and exciting things to explore! Step inside the Discovery Centre with extended opening days these school holidays. Visit Wednesdays to Sundays, 10:30am–2:30pm, to handle real specimens, chat with their friendly staff and ask all your curious questions.
In the foyer, let your imagination take flight with a Paper Wings and Tiny Things drop-in craft activity, 10am–12noon daily, inspired by the Museum’s collections.
Each Monday, 11am–12noon, the Fossils Trolley rolls out! Join the Museum’s team as they bring out fossils for you to hold and discover up close.
Inspired by the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year exhibition, there will also be a Junior Photography Quest for kids to take part in.
Entry to the Museum and all activities are free.
Open 7 days from 10am – 5pm. Closed Christmas Day.
Location: North Terrace, Adelaide
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