The DreamBIG Children’s Festival is set to return from 7–17 May 2025, celebrating an extraordinary milestone – 50 years of sparking creativity, imagination, and wonder for children across South Australia. As the world’s oldest children’s festival, DreamBIG continues to inspire young minds with its inventive 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 for the future.

While the festival’s schools program is already creating excitement, families won’t have to wait long for their share of the fun. The eagerly anticipated Families Program will be revealed in January, promising a line-up of engaging and diverse activities for all ages.

Stay tuned for more details as DreamBIG prepares to deliver another unforgettable year. We just LOVE this event!

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