The King’s Birthday is celebrated in Adelaide each June. In 2025 it falls on Monday 9 June, giving families three glorious days to spend some quality time together. If you want to get out and about across Adelaide and South Australia, read on for some of our suggestions of ways to spend the long weekend!
It’s not too late to book a June long weekend camping trip, or you could plan a family bushwalk, bike ride, visit a new playground, get through a list of classic family movies you never get around to watching, get stuck in to the garden or get busy in the kitchen with the kids (that’s code for they make mess and you clean up – you have been warned).
If the weather is looking a bit gross (highly likely!) then check out our Indoor Play Guide – many of these places stay open on Public Holidays or maybe take the chance to visit a Museum or Art Gallery? A long weekend is also the perfect time to tick off some of the places and activities on our Adelaide Family Bucket List.
From events to activities, places to visit and things to do we’ll make sure your Adelaide June Long Weekend is a good one.
The Wild Weekend – Pop Up & Play Event *cancelled
Edit: this event has unfortunately been cancelled due to the weather
Get ready for a Wild Weekend this June long weekend!
Head to Festival Plaza for a free, hands-on nature play event hosted by Climbing Tree. Kids aged 2–12 can explore cubby building, nature crafts, a fairy village, junkyard play, and more!
Happening Saturday 7 – Monday 9 June, 10am–3pm.
Rug up, grab a coffee, and let their imaginations run wild!
Celebrate the King’s Birthday with a Royally Good Time at Woodhouse!
Shake off the winter blues and embrace crisp air, crackling campfires, and epic outdoor adventures at Woodhouse this King’s Birthday Long Weekend!
Choose the DAY ADVENTURE option for unlimited access to our site and a kingdom of outdoor activities from 9am to 5pm across the three-day weekend (with the Tube Slide operating Saturday, Sunday and Monday, weather permitting), or…
…pitch your noble tent or roll up your royal caravan for the ultimate FAMILY CAMPING ADVENTURE!
There’s NO MINIMUM BOOKING PERIOD, so whether you’re staying for one night or holding court all weekend, you’re in for a Royally good time. With unpowered and undesignated sites, you can create your own cosy camping village with friends and family.
PLUS, by popular demand (and royal decree!) LASER SKIRMISH will make it’s triumphant return to Woodhouse!
WHERE: Woodhouse Adventure Park, 37 Spring Gully Road, Piccadilly
WHEN: Kings Birthday Long Weekend – 7-9 June, 2025
TIME: All day
COST: From $20 per person | under 5 free
Blast off into the long weekend at this epic play cafe
Little Rockets Play Cafes at Munno Para and Barossa Valley are open Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4:30pm. They’re the ultimate indoor play destination for little ones aged 0–12. With huge soft play structures, dedicated toddler zones, and even train rides throughout the day, it’s the kind of place where kids can burn energy and parents can relax with a coffee. Add in a big, family-friendly menu and the option to pair your visit with Bazinga Arcade or Barossa Ninja next door, and you’ve got a full day of fun sorted – rain, shine, or winter chill!
Swing into the long weekend at Shanx
Shanx Mini Golf is flipping the script on traditional mini golf, offering an experience that mirrors real golf—just in a more compact, fun-filled format. With two standout locations in South Australia—Regency and Little Para—these inclusive courses are designed for players of all ages and skill levels. Open every day over the long weekend.
Rule the King’s Long Weekend at the All-New AFL Max
AFL Max is open all long weekend and it’s the perfect indoor option—rain, hail or shine. With a huge new upgrade, the venue now features a trampoline zone, bouldering walls, warrior course, interactive gaming zone and a dedicated toddler space. There’s something for all ages, plus a licensed café and kitchen for the grown-ups.
Book your session here or check out the latest pics.
Find a new playground
Celebrate the King’s Birthday by discovering one of Adelaide’s incredible local playgrounds! From the grand towers of Marshmallow Park to magical adventures at St Kilda, our city is brimming with play spaces fit for young princes and princesses. Pack a picnic, gather your royal court (aka the family), and enjoy a day of outdoor fun, laughter, and memory-making in some of Adelaide’s most enchanting playground kingdoms.
Visit a Museum
Head to Victor Harbor for the Winter Whale Fest
Winter Whale Fest is making a splash this June!
Celebrate the arrival of the majestic Southern Right Whales with a month-long program of over 25 events in Victor Harbor. From science talks and storytelling to art, workshops and coastal fun, there’s something for all ages.
Don’t miss the Welcoming of the Whales and Smoking Ceremony plus the Winter Whale Fest Expo & Artisan Market this June long weekend!
Escape Hunt Adelaide
This King’s Birthday long weekend, gather your noble companions and embark on a quest fit for royalty at Escape Hunt Adelaide!
Whether you fancy yourself a gallant knight, a clever courtier, or a royal rogue, Escape Hunt’s immersive escape rooms are the perfect way to test your wits and outsmart the crown’s most cunning challenges.
Let the games begin — and may your reign be victorious!
Swinging in the rain? not at Hey Caddy
If you’re looking for something a bit different that’s also open late this long weekend, Hey Caddy is calling! With both the West Lakes and Marion venues open 10am to 10pm all weekend long, you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in Adelaide offering this much fun over such generous hours.
Tee off on a mini golf course that’s as fun as it is photo-worthy, then swing by the café for tasty food and drinks. It’s easy, entertaining, and indoors, so the kids can play rain, hail or shine.
Play in the Autumn Leaves
Take a majestic journey to the Adelaide Hills, where the trees don their richest robes of gold, crimson, and amber. Stroll through the leafy villages of Stirling, Hahndorf, and Mount Lofty like lords and ladies of the realm, basking in the splendour of autumn. With cosy cafés, charming markets, and scenery fit for a royal portrait, it’s the perfect countryside escape for your noble household.
All aboard for the Adelaide Model Railway Show!
This June long weekend, head to Greyhound Park to explore over 30 incredible model train layouts, live demos, free kids competitions, and more.
With licensed catering and free parking, it’s a fun, family-friendly day out for train lovers big and small!
Open Sat 7 – Mon 9 June from 9:30am daily.
Embark on a grand Animal Adventure
Crown yourself karting royalty this long weekend
Get ready to rev your engines this long weekend with The Bend Kartdrome’s All-You-Can-Drive special! For just $99, you can race all afternoon on Sunday 8 June — perfect for challenging your mates or chasing your personal best. Spots are limited, so book now and get set for a high-speed day to remember!
You’ll be baz-ing(a) this long weekend
Bouncing into the long weekend like…
Bounce is open all long weekend, including 10am–6pm on the monday public holiday – so crown yourself the king or queen of flips and come rule the trampolines! it’s the ultimate royal playground for big energy, big air and big fun. long live the bounce!
Go Regional
Make the most of the extra day off and venture into regional S.A. Check out a waterfall, go for a bushwalk, visit a chocolate factory, have an animal experience or spend the day on the coast.
There’s plenty of regional ideas on our website
And if you’re looking for events happening this long weekend in Adelaide. There’s plenty to choose from below
Treasures of the Viking Age: The Galloway Hoard
Winter WhaleFest
You might also be interested in
-
So we know that lots of families have kids ranging from toddler to teens so we've tried to find some great playgrounds we think your older kids will enjoy, while still offering some play space for younger children. For those of you with only older children, these playground spaces are still great and you just get the added bonus of sitting down instead of chasing a toddler around trying to put their hat on! We have a soft spot for some on these list, here are our faves (in no particular order) Glenthorne Adventure Playground GT Fisher Nature Playground Morialta Adventure Playground Jubilee Playground Port Noarlunga Monash Adventure Playground Thorndon Park Karoonda Playground Goldenfields Playground
-
Adelaide is home to a fantastic range of markets that are perfect for kids and families, offering a fun day out with delicious food, unique shopping, and exciting activities. From the iconic Adelaide Central Market and Adelaide Showgrounds Farmers Market, where little foodies can taste fresh produce and international delights, to the Sunday Funday Markets who keep kids in mind with a whole schedule of activities, or the 7 days a week Plant 4 Bowden Market, or a stroll through the gorgeous tree lined streets of the Stirling Market, there’s something for everyone. Many markets feature live entertainment, kids’ activities, and interactive stalls, making them a great weekend destination. Whether you're searching for handmade treasures, farm-fresh goodies, or a lively atmosphere, these family-friendly Adelaide markets are not to be missed. Check out our top picks for the best markets in Adelaide for kids and families!
-
Junior Tradies is a Construction-Themed Birthday Party, for Kids who like to build! Watch the kid’s excited faces as they get ready to start building on their own worksite. It’s an amazing and unique experience full of interactive play. Wearing Hi-Vis Vests & Hard Hats, the site comes alive with Diggers, Excavators, Dump Trucks, Tractors, Trailers & Forklifts. With both a remote control (parent-driven) vehicle, or a self-drive option available the excitement is shared by all for a day of fantastic fun! Suitable for children aged 1 - 6 years. Inclusive of all props, your packages can come with or without a pipe house, loose bricks, wheelbarrows, tools, traffic signals, railway crossing & more. THE ONLY DANGER IS HAVING TOO MUCH FUN!! CONTACT JUNIOR TRADIES SA: https://www.juniortradies.com.au0480 443 961 or sa@juniortradies.com.auOr follow them on Facebook
