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The Best School Holiday Activities in Adelaide This Spring
A cheat sheet to keeping everyone happy and entertained these school holidays in Adelaide.
We’ve rounded up the best school holiday activities in Adelaide this September and October, guaranteed to spark smiles, inspire curiosity, and tire the kids out in the best way. From wild animal adventures and hands-on workshops to creative classes, foodie experiences, and action-packed indoor and outdoor programs, there’s something for every age, every energy level, and every mood.
Tru Ninja
Think Rundle Place was just for shopping? Think again. Tru Ninja has landed in Adelaide, and it’s not just an obstacle course, it’s a full-blown adventure playground for all ages. Nestled above Hijinx Hotel, this is where toddlers toddle, teens tumble, and adults rediscover their inner ninja.
From the Super Climber and Wipeout Machine to the largest indoor inflatable obstacle course in Australia and a Parkour zone that will test your skills, Tru Ninja turns school holiday chaos into pure, arena-style fun. There’s even a Junior Soft Play zone, party rooms, café seating, and immersive lighting that makes every leap feel cinematic.
Where: Tru Ninja, Rundle Place, Adelaide
Cost: From $17
Best For: Families, Kids, Active, Rainy day, Groups
Adelaide Zoo & Monarto Safari Park
These school holidays, get creative and go wild at Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park. At Adelaide Zoo, Zoo Colours invites kids aged 4–14 to pick up a free activity booklet and explore the colourful side of the animal world, hunting down clues, uncovering animal facts and collecting letters to crack a secret code.
Over at Monarto Safari Park, Art in the Park takes kids on a creative adventure across the park, with 12 wildlife-inspired artworks to discover, art challenges to complete and the Monarto Great Race to put their observation skills to the test. Both programs are free with general admission, while Safari Squad runs from September 30–October 2 for a more hands-on day of animal enrichment, conservation and behind-the-scenes adventures.
Where: Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide / Monarto Safari Park, Monarto
Cost: From $49.50 adults, $27 kids, under 4s free. School holiday activities free with entry
Best For: Families, Kids, Outdoor, Nature lovers
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.
Where: Glenelg, Hyde Park and Magill
Cost: From $35
Best For: Kids, Rainy day, Cultural
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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.
Where: Cirkidz, Bowden
Cost: From $60
Best For: Kids, Active, Rainy day, Unique experiences
Hey Caddy
Escape the elements 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.
Where: Marion and West Lakes
Cost: From $12
Best For: Families, Kids, Rainy day, Groups
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.
Where: Adelaide, Kuitpo Forest and Salisbury
Cost: From $40
Best For: Kids, Outdoor, Active, Adventure, Nature lovers
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 is 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.
Where: Sprout, Hilton
Cost: From $65
Best For: Kids, Families, Rainy day
Need To Know: Separate classes for ages 5 to 11 and 12 to 16, plus family classes where parents and kids cook together.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Best School Holiday Activities in Adelaide
The best school holiday activities in Adelaide cover every age and energy level. Tru Ninja on Level 2 of Rundle Place in the CBD has the Super Climber, a Parkour zone and what it bills as Australia’s largest indoor inflatable obstacle course. Cirkidz in Bowden runs circus sessions with trampolines and aerial silks for ages 5 to 12, while Little Picassos offers art classes across Glenelg, Hyde Park and Magill. For outdoor adventure, TreeClimb has treetop ropes courses and zip-lines, and Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park run school holiday programs for kids.
Adelaide has plenty of indoor school holiday activities for wet or cold days. Tru Ninja in Rundle Place, Adelaide CBD, is an arena-style adventure playground with an inflatable obstacle course, the Wipeout Machine and a Junior Soft Play zone for younger kids. Hey Caddy at Marion and West Lakes offers a colourful, themed nine-hole mini golf course that needs no previous experience. Cirkidz in Bowden runs indoor circus sessions, and Sprout in Hilton hosts hands-on cooking classes, both of which keep kids busy whatever the weather is doing outside.
Several Adelaide school holiday activities cater to toddlers and young children. Little Picassos runs art classes from age 2, with studios in Glenelg, Hyde Park and Magill offering drawing, painting, clay and more in sessions as short as one hour, which suits shorter attention spans. Tru Ninja in Rundle Place, Adelaide CBD, has a dedicated Junior Soft Play zone, giving toddlers their own space away from older kids. Hey Caddy’s themed mini golf at Marion and West Lakes is also easy for little ones to enjoy alongside parents and older siblings.
For creative kids, Little Picassos is a strong choice for school holiday art classes in Adelaide. Its studios in Glenelg, Hyde Park and Magill cater to ages 2 to 16, with options ranging from one-hour sessions to full-day camps covering drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and clay under experienced instructors. For budding cooks, Sprout in Hilton runs hands-on cooking classes that teach practical kitchen skills in a relaxed setting, with sessions split by age group plus family classes where parents and kids cook together. Check each provider’s current program for dates and availability.
Plenty of Adelaide school holiday activities work for the whole family rather than just the kids. Tru Ninja in Rundle Place, Adelaide CBD, is designed for all ages, so adults can take on the Super Climber and Parkour zone alongside teens. Hey Caddy at Marion and West Lakes offers nine holes of themed mini golf where everyone can compete for the best score. Sprout in Hilton runs family cooking classes where parents and kids work side by side, and a day at Adelaide Zoo or Monarto Safari Park suits every age group.
For kids who need fresh air and space to move, Adelaide has several outdoor school holiday options. TreeClimb operates in Adelaide, Kuitpo Forest and Salisbury, with treetop ropes, zip-lines and aerial obstacle courses in a safe, supervised environment suited to adventurous climbers. Adelaide Zoo in the city and Monarto Safari Park in Monarto offer full days of animal encounters, and both run kid-focused activities over the school holidays. Programs change from one holiday period to the next, so check the Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park websites for current details before you go.
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.
