The Best School Holiday Activites in Adelaide This Summer
School's out! Here's your cheat sheet to keeping everyone happy and entertained these school holidays in Adelaide.
And just like that, the summer school holidays have arrived! With long, sun-drenched days ahead, Adelaide and South Australia are the perfect playground for exciting adventures, hands-on workshops, and plenty of ways to keep the kids happy, curious, and active.
From splash-filled outings and wildlife encounters to creative classes, foodie experiences, and action-packed holiday programs, there’s no shortage of activities to suit every age, mood, and energy level.
Here’s your guide to the best summer school holiday activities across Adelaide — guaranteed to spark smiles, inspire curiosity, and tire the kids out in the best way.
Play Wild at Adelaide Zoo & Monarto Safari Park
Get ready to Play Wild these summer school holidays! Pick up your Play Wild booklet and set off on an exciting trail — at Adelaide Zoo, you’ll meet some of Australia’s most iconic native animals, while at Monarto Safari Park, you’ll discover five incredible African animals. As you explore, uncover fun facts, learn how these amazing creatures love to play, and track down the answers to special questions hidden along the way. Each booklet also includes a take-home boardgame — Adelaide Zoo or Monarto Safari Park — so the adventure can continue at home. Perfect for curious kids, families, and anyone ready to explore, learn, and play these holidays.
Plane Tree Drive, Adelaide
63 Monarto Road, Monarto
The Big Wedgie
Make a splash these summer holidays at The Big Wedgie in West Beach. This giant inflatable water park is packed with slides, climbing walls, and obstacle courses, perfect for kids of all ages to burn energy and cool off. Whether they’re sliding, bouncing, or splashing around with friends, it’s a high‑energy, sun-soaked way to enjoy the summer. Don’t forget sunscreen and a towel!
West Beach Parks, Military Road, West Beach
Little Picassos
Unleash your child’s inner artist these school holidays at Little Picassos! With studios in Glenelg, Hyde Park and Magill, they offer a range of creative classes for ages 2 to 16. From one-hour sessions to full-day camps, each class is designed to inspire and engage young minds. Children can explore various art forms, including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and clay, all under the guidance of experienced instructors.
Full school holiday program is here.
Various locations
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Cirkidz
Forget climbing the walls — these school holidays, let the kids climb silks instead. Cirkidz Circus School in Bowden is back with a jam-packed program of half-day and full-day sessions for ages 5 to 12. From trampolines and acro tricks to aerial silks and circus “pick ’n’ mix”, kids can flip, fly and find their circus superpower under the guidance of expert trainers. It’s high-energy, indoors, and guaranteed to burn off some holiday buzz.
Full school holiday program is here.
27 Fifth St, Bowden
TreeClimb
Reach new heights this summer at TreeClimb. Kids can tackle treetop ropes, zip-lines, and aerial obstacle courses in a safe, supervised environment. It’s perfect for adventurous little climbers who love a challenge and want to explore the outdoors in a fun, active way.
Adelaide, Kuitpo Forest & Salisbury
Cooking Classes at Sprout
Whether your kids are just starting out or already love helping in the kitchen, Sprout‘s cooking classes are a hit for all ages. These hands-on sessions teach practical skills in a fun, relaxed setting. These holidays, the Sprout team are hosting classes for 5–11s, 12–16s and a family class where parents and kids can cook together. Expect big smiles, tasty creations and a little foodie confidence to take home.
89 Sir Donald Bradman Drive, Hilton
Hey Caddy
Escape the summer heat and head indoors to Hey Caddy. The colourful, themed mini golf course is perfect for kids and families, with fun obstacles and nine holes to challenge everyone. No previous experience is needed — just grab a putter and a scorecard and get ready to see who can sink the most holes. It’s a relaxed, weatherproof way to spend a couple of hours, with plenty of laughs guaranteed.
Marion & West Lakes
Play at the Bay
Play at the Bay brings a jam-packed line-up of free and affordable activities across the City of Holdfast Bay. From cupcake decorating and fairy door making to judo, gymnastics and beach fun, there’s something to spark every kid’s imagination. With sessions popping up in libraries, community centres, parks and along the coast, it’s a playful way to keep little ones busy all break long.
Full school holiday program is here.
Various locations
Now that you know the best school holiday activities in Adelaide, how about dreaming a little bigger, with a family-friendly holiday? From the Gold Coast to Busselton, our country is filled with exciting holiday destinations.