The Breakwater Beach Club at North Haven Surf Life Saving Club is a standout spot for families looking for an easy, relaxed bite tite to eat by the sea. With heaps of parking and a laid-back coastal feel, it’s perfect for everything from breakfast dates to casual...
The 2026 Adelaide Fringe runs from Friday, February 20, 2026 - Sunday, March 22, 2026 It's the most wonderful time of the year! No, not Christmas, we are talking about the 2026 Adelaide Fringe! Four weeks of fun across Adelaide including a BUNCH of family friendly...
From January 27, 2026 The brand new Adelaide Aquatic Centre is OPEN! The brand-new centre is a huge upgrade from the old Adelaide Aquatic Centre and includes a mix of both indoor and outdoor spaces so kids of all ages can enjoy water activities year-round. Indoor...
Family celebrations, a meal out or a lazy Sunday drive to the hills needn't bore your kids and have them whinging at you. Grunthal Brew is the perfect venue that has it all, and the kids are not going to want to leave. So text the friends you don't see often enough,...
One of the KiA team, Tim, is a huge movie buff so we often put him on the job and he reviews many of the kid friendly movies as they come out. Sometimes the team also throw a review in here. It's usually the family friendly stuff, but on occasion something for a date...
Ready to turn 2026 into an epic year of intentional family adventures? Here's 26 family bucket list ideas for adventures, activities, places to visit and things to do in 2026. No need for the usual 'what should we do this weekend', we have you covered. These ideas are...
Murray Bridge Swimming Centre is an awesome summer destination for families looking for water fun and kid-friendly facilities. The Water Play Park has five waterslides, including a giant 48 metre SupaSlide for big kids and adults, as well as smaller slides and splash...
Looking for a top family-friendly restaurant in the Adelaide Hills? How about one with a secret garden and where kids eat free on Thursday evenings as a nice little bonus! Oh, and make it Spanish!! Comida in Hahndorf is a standout choice that caters to both kids and...
We are a sucker for a good family Christmas movie, you know the ones that you sit around year after year and watch with the fam. Apart from the classics, Home Alone, Elf, Die Hard (yes) and The Santa Claus (maybe not number 3), we are blessed with a steady stream of...
Looking for the BEST gelati on the entire Yorke Peninsula? Tucked just under 5 minutes from Moonta town centre down the Spencer Hwy is The Coffee Barn & Gelateria, a spot that’s quietly legendary on the Copper Coast. Sure, it might be off the usual tourist track,...
I remember a few years ago, once the kids were sound asleep, I sat down with a wine in hand & put a Christmas movie on to wrap their Christmas presents. When I saw the sheer amount of gifts I had bought for them over the year (to “put away for Christmas”) I was...
If you’re searching for a family-friendly winery in McLaren Vale with incredible views, space for kids to roam, and a memorable food and wine offering, Dandelion Vineyards’ Wonder Room is an absolute standout. Officially opened in late 2023, this stunning newish...
Christmas is the time of giving and in this crazy world we all live in, giving back and helping others is more important than ever. Kids in Adelaide have come up with a list of awesome, feel good things you and your little humans, extended family or friends can...
Music that will move you Experience the fantastical and the unexpected when AYO Summer Music Festival makes an epic return to Adelaide in 2026. Led by internationally-renowned conductors Alan Buribayev and Andrea Quinn, AYO alum Glenn Christensen (QSO) and under the...
When it's hot in Adelaide, it's H-O-T! and is there any better place to cool down than a swimming pool? If you're not lucky enough to have a swimming pool of your own in the backyard, Adelaide has a whole list of public and privately run pools you can pop into for a...
Support for everyday challenges- not just the big stuff Many parents only begin to consider therapy or counselling when their child is facing significant, ongoing difficulties like anxiety, depression or trauma. While they are here for those moments, Activ8 Mind also...
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...
I have to admit… when I first heard they were building an airport hotel in Adelaide, I was a bit skeptical. Being so close to the city, did we really need to stay at the airport? Add two kids and an early flight… and I’ve completely changed my mind! We recently spent...
If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if an Aussie bush pub, a museum, and your nan’s shed full of vintage treasures all had a love child, welcome to the Mallee Fowl Restaurant. Tucked away on the Sturt Highway in Monash just near Berri, this Riverland icon is one...
You know how some holidays with kids feel more like relocating chaos to a hotter climate? Bali is not that. It’s one of those rare unicorn destinations where you can relax and keep the kids entertained, without needing a second mortgage or a week to recover. We...