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...
Find it at: Main North Road, Salisbury Park Don’t you just love those parks with soooooo much open space and beautiful green lawn for the kids to run around on – and even better with hills to roll down? Well that’s what you’ll find at Carisbrooke Park. A big TICK for...
Experience a Christmas artisan market that has it all, including Father Christmas! Join us at Meander Market for all your festive shopping with unique, high-quality, artisan stalls. Enjoy live music, delicious Melbourne Street food and drinks, free caricatures and...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…. It’s CHRISTMAS IN ADELAIDE!
Here at Kids In Adelaide, Christmas isn’t just about presents, decorating Christmas trees & eating too much (though we love those things too!). We think it’s about getting out & about in Adelaide, getting involved in all of Adelaide’s best Christmas festivities and starting some family traditions. We have rounded up the best Christmas events across Adelaide & we ho-ho-hope you are on the good list so you can make the most of the festive season with your kids. From free Christmas events, Pageants, full days out, Carols, Christmas Lights around Adelaide & evening markets, we have all of the best events that will have you jingling all the way across Adelaide and the whole of South Australia
**Want 15% off stays at this park, or a select handful of other Discovery Parks in South Australia? Look and book via THIS LINK and use code KIDSINADL25 at check out. Valid for stays now to Nov 2026, t&c apply** Discovery Parks - Hahndorf is surely one of the best...
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...
PIPSQUEAKS MARKET'S CHRISTMAS AT MALVERN Saturday November 29th 11am-5pm FREE ENTRY! Malvern Uniting Church 44 Malborough Street Malvern SA ✨️Join us for Christmas festivity + fun for the fambam as our beautiful Artists + Makers present their gorgeous gifts ready for...
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...
Our teachers have worked hard again this year. We think they ALL deserve a medal. Lots of teachers are also parents so have not only spent the year begging 30 kids to be quiet but then have come home to beg their own child to be quiet. We think teacher gifts are a...
Need a bit of help Christmas shopping for your kids in Adelaide? Here's a few of our favourite local businesses, brands and products we've tried out this year. Lots of toys for indoor and outdoor play, useful gifts for teens and tweens and even something for us mums...
Adelaide parents have discovered GroupTogether and are organising ah-mazing end-of-year teacher gifts without the usual headache. One link, one card that parents sign online and one class gift collection. No chasing, no wrapping, no stress - just a thoughtful way to...
No screen doesn’t mean no fun! Our little tester has officially declared the Yoto Player her new favourite thing and honestly, we can see why. This clever little box has become part of our daily routine, from morning dance parties with Yoto Radio to winding down at...
The Adelaide International Kids’ Day is back for 2026 and it’s shaping up to be one of the best school holiday events in Adelaide this summer. Taking over Pinky Flat on Monday 12 January 2026, Kids’ Day is a family-friendly celebration that combines live tennis at The...
To celebrate the realise of the children's book 'Whatever The Weather, We're In This Together, this is your chance to join the authors, Jessica and Rebecca for an interactive story time, book signing, and a special love performance of the lullaby by Jessica. WHERE:...
Father Christmas will make the David Jones Magic Cave his second home from November 8 (Pageant Day) until Christmas Eve 2025 It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas at David Jones, Adelaide Central Plaza, as the iconic Magic Cave welcomes Father Christmas. Open...
*Want 15% off stays at this park, or a select handful of other Discovery Parks in South Australia? Look and book via THIS LINK and use code KIDSINADL25 towards the end of your booking. Valid for stays now to Nov 2026, t&c apply* If you’re looking for a place where...
The KIIS 1023 Giant Wheel is BACK at Glenelg and sporting some seriously cool stickers on the seats! (Spoiler alert: They are OURS!) Skyline Attractions is thrilled to be coming back to Glenelg for the sixth year running. From Friday 24th October 2025 to 10th May...
It is no secret we are huge fans of X Golf, have been for years. Adelaide's premiere golf simulator venue was the perfect spot for a hit of indoor golf whilst enjoying a feed and your fave beverage (cough *pirate life* cough). With the partnership with Hey Caddy a few...
From cars to boardgames, come explore one of Australia's best private toy collections in this exhibition at the Bay Discovery Centre. Australian Toys 1880-1965: The Luke Jones Collection is a nostalgic look at childhood wonder and play. From tinplate trucks to wooden...
Our stay at The Grape Escape was everything a family holiday in McLaren Vale should be, relaxed, picturesque, and perfectly designed for families. Managed by the ever-impressive Sanbis Retreats, this home is made for one or two families looking to spend a few days or...