If you’re looking for ways to keep the kids busy these spring school holidays from Saturday, September 26th to Sunday, October 11th, Adelaide has plenty on offer. From getting muddy in the great outdoors to meeting trucks, trying new sports and exploring the animal world, here are some of the best family-friendly activities happening across Adelaide and beyond these school holidays.
Art in the Park School Holidays
Monarto Safari Park is getting creative these spring school holidays with Art in the Park, a free self-guided adventure where kids can explore 12 wildlife-inspired artworks, complete fun challenges and put their observation skills to the test for the chance to win a $100 Zoos SA retail voucher.
Where: 63 Monarto Rd, Monarto SA 5254
Price: Free with zoo entry
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Family Fun at Footy Park Precinct
Footy Park Precinct is keeping the kids entertained these spring holidays with free activities, family-friendly deals and plenty of all-weather fun. Kids can decorate their own golf ball with any mini-golf booking, while family bundles start from $16.50 per person and include mini-golf, pizza and drinks. Over at the Mosaic Hotel, kids eat free every Monday with an adult meal, while Wednesday quiz nights offer free entertainment, great prizes and $20 schnitzels.
Where: 37 Turner Dr, West Lakes SA 5021
Price: From $16.50
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Grounded Cru School Holidays Offer
Grounded Cru in McLaren Vale is making school holiday winery visits easy for the whole family, with award-winning wines, scenic vineyard views, lawn games and plenty of space for kids to explore. Throughout the holidays, Glam Adelaide readers can also enjoy a Buy One, Get One Free glass of wine on arrival when they mention this article, making it a relaxed and affordable day trip from Adelaide.
Where: 49 Ingoldby Rd, McLaren Flat SA 5171
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Growing For Gold
Growing for Gold is giving Adelaide kids the chance to try their hand at a huge range of sports these spring holidays, with free come-and-try sessions for children aged 4 to 16 across sporting clubs in Adelaide’s north. Running from September 26th to October 11th, the program covers everything from cricket and athletics to basketball, taekwondo and boxing, with no experience needed. Participants will also receive a certificate, while those who join a participating club can receive a voucher towards sporting gear, shoes or equipment.
Where: 244-270 East Pkwy, Lightsview SA 5085
Price: Free
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Muddy Hands Festival
These spring school holidays, kids can get stuck into the mess at a free family-friendly mud play day, with mud pits, nature potions, seed bombs, cubby building, mud kitchens and plenty of hands-on activities. Running from 10am to 3pm on Wednesday, September 30th, the event will also feature children’s entertainment, educational stalls, food vendors and a sensory regulation area, with Nature Play SA helping families embrace the great outdoors.
Where: Golden Fields Reserve, Atlantis Drive, Golden Grove SA 5125
Price: Free
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Touch a Truck
Touch a Truck is returning to Mitchell Park this spring school holidays, giving kids the chance to climb aboard trucks, diggers and emergency vehicles, meet the people who keep the community running and get hands-on with the controls. Taking place on Thursday, October 1st, families are also encouraged to dress up in their best hi-vis, hard hats, capes or creative costumes for the chance to win some fun prizes.
Where: Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre
Price: Free
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Zoo Colours School Holidays
Adelaide Zoo is adding a splash of colour to the spring school holidays with Zoo Colours, a free self-guided activity for kids aged 4 to 14. Families can explore the zoo, hunt for colourful clues, uncover animal facts and crack a secret code for the chance to win a $100 Zoos SA retail voucher, alongside creative activities including a Colour Hunt and Chalk Colour Zone.
Where: Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide SA 5000
Price: Free with zoo entry
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