It’s hard to believe that the April school holidays are just here!
To save you from the stress of what to do with the kids this school holiday season, we’ve put together a handy guide of seasonal events that are on offer—so you can avoid those dreaded ‘I’m bored’ complaints.
Keep the kids happy with some of these incredible and unique events happening across Adelaide, which we’ve organised into activities and school holiday programs—so you can drop the kids off and have some quality ‘me’ time!
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
AUTUMN UNPLUGGED AT WOODHOUSE ADVENTURE PARK
The Woodhouse Adventure Park is offering a ‘kids only’ Drop and Go day camps that offer well-designed, age-appropriate activities that is more than guaranteed to keep kids ages 5 to 12 entertained and active the whole day!
Just a 15 minute drive up the South Eastern freeway to the beautiful natural wonderland in Piccadilly set in the Adelaide Hills. The programme is running from weekdays 15th of April to the 26th (excluding ANZAC Day) with each day featuring a different theme.
So book your kids in for an adventure these school holidays!
Where: Woodhouse Adventure Park (37 Spring Gully Road, Piccadilly, SA 5151).
Duration: Drop off between 8:30am and 8:50am for a 9am start and pick up at 5pm.
Price: JUST $75 PER DAY – and Scouts SA Members take 20% off!
Find out more here.
ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPORTS PROGRAM
For any Children aged 5 to 11 looking for a fun way to develop better attitudes and feelings towards others while building physical literacy, Adelaide University is running a sports and fitness program over the holidays.
While the activity will be packed with popular sports added to the schedule as well as introducing new sports for the children to enjoy, there is plenty to choose from to entertain.
Where: Adelaide University grounds
Duration: Monday the 15th of April to the 24th of April, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Cost: $65 per day plus a $10 excursion fee for offsite excursions on some days
To find out more, click here.
ON STAGE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
On stage school holiday program is back this April giving your children the chance to perform physical theatre and Acro for a 5-day intensive or chracter and story development 2 day theatre workshop.
Held in a safe and fun environment, this program give your child the toolbox of acrobatic skills to build upon in these creative development workshops.
For ages 10 to 17.
Where: Adelaide Festival Theatre
Duration: 5-day Intensive or a 2-day Theatre workshop
Cost: between $200 and $400
To find out more, click here.
UTUMN INTENSIVE DANCE CAMP
Dancers! Do you want to elevate your training these April school holidays? Star Academy will be offering an Autumn Intensive dance camp spanning over two days. Held all day Monday the 15th and Tuesday the 16th of April open to all dancers aged 8-18. The program includes commercial, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, ballet, technique plus guest workshops and seminars from health and wellness professionals. Book one day or a double pass to help you reach your potential as a dancer.
When: Monday the 15th and Tuesday the 16th of April, 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Where: 199 Franklin Street, Adelaide SA 5000
Cost: Single Day Pass $75, Double Day Pass $140
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
WIRRAWAY HOMESTEAD
The ultimate holiday adventure awaits your children with the Baptist Care SA Wirraway Homestead, which offers outdoor camping adventures, horse riding, shelter building, and the chance to build life long friendships and communication skills.
Join the school holiday program for the Autumn muster.
Where: Wirraway, Strathalbyn, Adelaide Hills
Duration: April 15th to 22nd
Cost: between $325 and $445
To find out more, click here.
BEERENBERG FARM
Beerenberg’s Strawberry Patch is open almost everyday from November to April each year. Why not bring the kids down to the Beerenberg Cafe to enjoy freshly picked strawberries, have an icecream and visit their produce shop to stock up on all the fresh essentials.
Where: Beerenberg Farm, Hahndolf, Adelaide Hills
Duration: April school holidays
Cost: $11.00
To find out more, click here.
BEEHIVE HANGS AT THE MUSEUM
Bee ready to bee-line to the iconic South Australian Museum to learn about North Terrace’s buzziest residents, in a hands-on workshop. Encourage pollination in your backyard by making a bee-themed plant pot at the Discovery Centre with Xandra from Xannie’s Bees. Learn about the resident 90-year-old bee colony living in the observation beehive. Slide into a beekeeping suit and taste some of the sweetest honey directly from the hive. This is the perfect education activity for the busiest bees.
When: (Ages 4-7) Mon 22nd Apr 2024, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm,
(Ages 8-12) Mon 22nd Apr 2024, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: South Australian Museum North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Cost: GA $30, Junior Members $25
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FUN WITH FOSSILS
Uncover the past these school holidays at the South Australian Museum with a hands-on-workshop exploring the ancient oceans that once covered our own backyard. Led by palaeontologist and artist Riley in the Learning Space, level 2 explore fascinating fossil specimens that lived, died, and sunk to the ocean floor at different stages of the distant past, from ammonites and crinoids to corals. Get all of your questions answered like “How can a few teeth tell us the story of a whole animal?” and “Does everything that dies become a fossil?”
When: (Ages 5-11) | 15 April 2024, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm,
(Ages 12-17) | 16 April 2024, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: South Australian Museum North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Cost: GA $30 (Ages 5-11 Sold Out), Junior Members $25
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BRAINY GAMES
Interested in how the brain comprehends the world around it? During these school holidays, the Adelaide University School of Psychology has set up engaging, interactive games at the South Australian Museum as part of their scientific research. Kids and adults alike are welcomed to participate in games covering various topics, such as grasping the logic behind our thinking, expressing emotions, recognising individuals (even with differences in appearance), and making judgments based on someone’s looks.
When: 18 – 20 April 2024, 10.00 am – 5.00 pm
Where: South Australian Museum North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
Cost: FREE
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TREECLIMB
If your little ones aren’t afraid of heights then why not climb through the treetops at Adelaide’s first inner-city aerial park? All ages are welcome just as long as the kids are over 100cm tall.
TreeClimb provides a unique opportunity for users to indulge in nature while the interactive education elements highlight the importance of conservation and the environment.
There are two locations, with TreeClimb, the Adelaide CBD and the Kuitpo Forest.
When: (Adelaide Weekdays & Kuitpo) 10:00 am – 4:00 pm,
(Adelaide Weekends) SAT 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, SUN 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: (Adelaide) Cnr Greenhill Road &, Unley Rd, Adelaide SA 5000, (Kuitpo) Crn Black Nursery Rd, and, Brookman Rd, Kuitpo SA 5201
Cost: $15 – $90
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STAR ACADEMY YOUNG PERFORMERS CAMP
Does your child dream they were Disney royalty like Cinderella, Aladdin and Elsa? Star Academy has unveiled two magical workshops for eager young performers this April school holidays. The academy will host mini-camps for children aged 3 and above, including a Performing Arts Workshop and a Prince and Princess Holiday Camp.
The camp provides a platform for children to learn singing, acting, dancing, and even mastering the demeanour and attire of a princess.
Star Academy is known for running diverse programs that expose kids to various aspects of the performing arts world, ultimately helping them to discover and refine their talents. The academy offers a wide range of classes such as jazz, contemporary, ballet, acting, singing, and much more. Students also get fantastic performance opportunities, including mid-year and end-of-year concerts.
Where: 199 Franklin Street, South Australia 5000
When: 22nd – 23rd April 2024, 9am – 4:30pm
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DOLPHIN SANCTUARY KAYAK TOURS
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours stands out as the sole kayak company at Garden Island, Port Adelaide, operating from exclusive private facilities. This family-friendly activity will create memories for a lifetime with the people you love most. Join them for an enriching journey on their guided kayak tour, or rent a kayak and embark on your own adventure.
Where: Lot 204 Garden Island Rd, Port Adelaide SA 5015
When: Open 7 Days a Week: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cost: $49 – $80
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BIG BRAINS TINY HANDS KIDS AND TEENS HOLIDAY CLASSES AT URTH CLAY STUDIO
The kids yearning for creativity? How about a pottery class with Urth Clay Studio where the kids will learn how to follow a process where they plan than implement their creativity.
Working with two techniques, the kids will for sure be entertained during this two and half house workshop that includes working with a pottery wheel and sculpting, with a new porject each day!
Where: Urth Clay Studio Burnside
Duration: 2 and a half hours, with different sessions at different times.
Price: $69pp.
Find out more here.
BOUNCE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
Whether your kids are aspiring freestyle trampolinists BOUNCE Holiday Camps are hours of fun, engaging and healthy daily activity to keep them entertained during the school holidays. BOUNCE Holiday Camps return with an exciting 3-hour program, available this school holidays. 1.5 hours with a qualified coach and dedicated teaching time, 30 minutes to refuel with a healthy snack and 1 hour of free time led by one of our awesome BOUNCE hosts. Camps on offer: Flight squad, Ninja Squad, and Bounce Squad.
At the Marleston and Greenacres locations, an after-dark party will be on offer to celebrate the end of term. Enjoy live DJ and 3 hours of uninterrupted freestyle fun
Where: (Camps) 164-168 Richmond Rd, Marleston SA 5033. (After Dark) 13-15 Fosters Rd, Greenacres SA 5086 and Marleston.
When: (Camps) April 15th – 19th, April 22nd – 26th. (After Dark)
Cost: (Camps) $65 per day. (After dark) $35 or $45 (with pizza dinner)
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THE BEACH HOUSE
The Beachouse is the perfect destination for a fun-filled day out. With heated indoor Waterslides, Bumper Boats, Dodgem Cars, an 18 Hole Western themed Mini Golf Course, Train, Carousel, Indoor Playground, and a bunch of Arcade Games, there is something to suit everyone! There is no entry fee, you just pay for the things you want to go on. Plus, they do awesome birthday parties and events.
Parent Tip: They are licensed, so sit back with a glass of wine whilst your kids have a blast!
Where: 4 Colley Terrace, Glenelg SA 5045
When: Open Everyday (29/03 – 28/04) Tue-Thu 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Mon, Fri & Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Cost: No Entry Fee
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AFL MAX
For footy fanatics, the team at AFL Max have put together a fun-filled programs that will have your kids active and entertained these school holidays. Take part in Face Footy’s Academy designed by coaches from AFL Max and the legend Rory Sloan (Age 5-10). For the younger kids the Mini Max Olympics will be able a golden opportunity to showcase their budding talent in a series of Olympic-style fundamental skill activities. All ages can enjoy a 1 to 2 hour pass at the vibrant AFL Max facility.
When: Operational Hours 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Daily. Face Footy’s Academy: 18th April 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm (check-in from 2:30). Mini Max Olympics: 20th April 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Cost: Face Footy’s Academy: $84pp, Double Pass $159. Mini Max Olympics: $23pp
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CODE CAMP
Code Camp is excited to announce a series of online tech-centric activities leading up to the upcoming school holidays. In line with their mission of inclusivity and accessibility, these camps are crafted to remove barriers and provide tech-based and creative learning opportunities to all Australian children, free of charge. Code Camp offers a Camps for junior coders ranging from 5 to 13, including Minecraft, Robotics, Trivia Parties, Coding and Introduction to AI just to name a few. Code Camp is where parents find fun school holiday activities, that empower kids to design, code and get creative, offering in-person and online courses.
TRAIN LIKE A CROW
Have your kid train like a crow, facilitators and AFL players are providing a unique opportunity for your child to learn football skills, stay active and make new like-minded friends in the process. The team is offering 2 sessions over the April school holidays, encompassing 2 hours. Bring a healthy snack and a full water bottle to give your kid the energy they need. Wear some comfortable activewear, sports shoes and a hat. 2 Game General Admission Membership’s are also included with your ticket.
Where: Adelaide Football Club, West Lakes
When: 15 & 16 April, 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Cost: $89
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WESTFIELD STAR WARS EXPERIENCE
Star Wars enthusiasts in South Australia are set for an intergalactic treat as Westfield and Disney join forces to bring the iconic Star Wars universe to life across Australian and New Zealand Westfields. The ‘Spark Excitement’ with Star Wars collaboration will transport families to a galaxy far, far away with a series of unmissable activations and a world-first experience for fans of all ages. ‘Spark Stations’ will be popping up, offering Lightsaber Training sessions, Star Wars-inspired face painting, arts and crafts, and even Star Wars themed foods, including Wookie Cookie decorating. There’s also one one of ten family holidays to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Resort in California to be won!
Where & When: Westfield Marion – 22 – 28 April
Westfield Tea Tree Plaza – 4 – 14 April
Westfield West Lakes – 15 – 21 April.
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CIRKIDZ CIRCUS SCHOOL
Inspired by all the cool circus shows in town lately? Get off the couch and run away to the circus in the school holidays! Cirkidz’ are presenting awesome half-day and full-day sessions of circus learning and fun. Flip out on the trampoline, soar among the rafters, learn acro tricks certain to impress, or try a bit of everything to discover YOUR circus superpower… all in our indoors & air-conditioned circus centre!
Join talented circus trainers to lead you through thrilling sessions including Parkour, Off The Wall, Soar & More, Circus Smorgasbord, Circus Pick’N’Mix, and Ready, Set, Circus. These sessions are suitable for ages 5 to 12, except Parkour, which is exclusively for ages 8 to 12.
Where: 27 Fifth St, Bowden SA 5007
When: Morning session 8:30am-12pm, Afternoon session 12:30pm-4pm
Cost: Half day booking $55, Full day booking $100
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SCHOOL SHOE FITTINGS WITH ELSA AND MARIO
Need to find a new pair of school shoes for your little ones these school holidays? Why not make things a little more fun with Elsa from everyone’s favourite fiction film Frozen and daredevil Mario who will be at Spendless Tea Tree Plaza at selected times during the last week of school holidays to help fit your child’s next pair of school shoes.
Head on over to Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, to make ‘finding the perfect pair of shoes’ an easy feat.
Spendless fitting
Where: Westfield Tea Tree Plaza – Shop 147/972-976 North East Road, Modbury SA 5092
Book a time with Elsa
Monday 22th Apr: 10am – 11:30am
Wednesday 24th Apr: 10am – 11:30am
Friday 26th Apr: 10am – 11:30am
Book a time with Mario
Monday 22th Jan: 12pm – 1:45pm
Wednesday 24th Jan: 12pm – 1:45pm
Friday 26th Jan: 12pm – 1:45pm
To book a fitting with Elsa or Mario at Spendless Tea Tree Plaza these school holidays, head here.
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