Adelaide Cup Day long weekend happens every March. In 2025 it falls on is on Monday March 10 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 or secret swimming spots (but shhh!). It’s also a great time for strawberry picking, heading on a bit of a road trip to do some camping or even just have a day trip with the family. A long weekend is also a great time to take the kids to one of those places you have been promising you’ll go to for forever – TreeClimb, The Farm Barn or Shanx Mini Golf maybe? It’s also a great time to tick some spots and activities off of our ADELAIDE FAMILY BUCKET LIST!
Find inspiration for your perfect Adelaide March long weekend adventure by checking out our top picks for families in Adelaide below!
Adelaide Fringe
Adelaide Fringe 2025 will run from Friday, February 21, to Sunday, March 23, transforming Adelaide into a vibrant hub of arts and culture.
As the largest arts festival in the Southern Hemisphere, it offers over 1,300 shows across more than 500 venues, featuring a diverse range of performances, including cabaret, theatre, comedy, circus, music, and visual arts.
We can’t wait for the 2024 program to be announced – stay tuned!
WOMADelaide
WOMADelaide will take place over the March long weekend in Adelaide’s Botanic Park, celebrating global music, arts, and dance.
The festival attracts 18,000 to 20,000 attendees daily, featuring hundreds of artists from over 30 countries. With a dedicated KidZone full of activities for children, WOMADelaide offers a fun experience for the whole family.
For more info, click here
Strawberry Picking
And if you’re looking for events happening this long weekend in Adelaide. There’s plenty to choose from below
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