Winter 2026 school holidays · Saturday 27 June – Sunday 12 July 2026
Browse activity ideas for the upcoming winter 2026 break in Adelaide, then let Hollie build a personalised plan for your family's exact dates, budget, and children.
Winter 2026 Guide – Adelaide
60 Winter 2026 School Holiday Activities in Adelaide 2026
Winter 2026 school holidays run Saturday 27 June – Sunday 12 July 2026. Browse Hollie’s shortlist of free and paid activities—parks, museums, workshops, wildlife, and rainy-day options—then build a plan tailored to your family.
Updated June 2026 · 60 activities
Planning winter 2026 school holidays in Adelaide? This shortlist covers a range of ages, budgets, and settings—from outdoor adventures and science centres to creative workshops and local parks. Use it to spark ideas, then let Hollie personalise a week-by-week plan for your family.
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Art Gallery of South Australia — Kids Programs
Free art workshops and gallery tours in Adelaide.
Adelaide Botanic Garden — Family Discovery
Free family walks through Adelaide Botanic Garden.
Glenelg Beach — School Holiday Fun
Beach fun, dolphin tours and splash pads at Glenelg.
Haigh's Chocolates Visitor Centre
Free chocolate factory tour at an Adelaide icon — watch chocolatiers at work and sample the goods.
Hahndorf German Village
Australia's oldest surviving German settlement — stroll the main street, taste German food, and explore history.
Migration Museum Adelaide
Free museum exploring Australia's rich immigration history — personal stories from all over the world.
Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute
Immerse in Aboriginal arts and culture at Australia's premier Aboriginal-owned cultural institute.
Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary
Free coastal reserve hosting thousands of migratory shorebirds — birdwatching walks for the whole family.
Onkaparinga River National Park
Spectacular gorge walks, swimming holes, and wildlife just 30 minutes south of Adelaide.
Morialta Conservation Park
Stunning gorge walks, waterfalls, and rockpools in the Adelaide Hills — free and just 10km from the city.
Waterfall Gully Walk
Free, easy family hike to a beautiful waterfall just 6km from the Adelaide CBD.
South Australian Museum — School Holiday Programs
Natural history and culture programs at SA Museum.
Adelaide Zoo — School Holiday Programs
Animal encounters and keeper talks at Adelaide Zoo.
Monarto Safari Park — School Holidays
Safari bus tours with lions and giraffes near Adelaide.
Bounce Trampoline Parks Adelaide
Trampoline park sessions in Adelaide.
Code Camp Adelaide School Holiday Camps
Coding camps for kids across Adelaide.
National Railway Museum Port Adelaide
Steam trains, heritage carriages and train rides in Port Adelaide.
Cleland Wildlife Park
Cuddle koalas and hand-feed kangaroos at this iconic wildlife park on the slopes of Mt Lofty.
Adelaide Oval Tours
Go behind the scenes at one of Australia's most iconic sporting venues — the stunning Adelaide Oval.
Adelaide Festival Centre — Kids Shows
World-class performing arts venue hosting dedicated kids shows and school holiday programs.
Belair National Park
Adelaide's closest national park — playgrounds, pools, tennis, mini golf, and abundant wildlife.
Warrawong Sanctuary
Magical nocturnal wildlife sanctuary in the Adelaide Hills — spot wombats, bandicoots, and more after dark.
Victor Harbor — Granite Island & Horse Tram
Iconic coastal town south of Adelaide — historic horse tram to Granite Island and Little Penguins at dusk.
Carrick Hill — Heritage Gardens & Art Workshops
Beautiful 1930s heritage property with gardens, school holiday art workshops, and family programs.
Flip Out Gepps Cross
Giant trampoline park in Adelaide's north with freestyle jumping, dodge ball, foam pits, and ninja courses.
Zone Bowling Adelaide
Tenpin bowling, laser tag, and arcade games — great for all-weather family fun across Adelaide.
iPlay Mawson Lakes
Indoor entertainment centre with laser tag, mini golf, arcade games, and a full food court.
Dynamite Indoor Climbing
Rock climbing and bouldering for all skill levels — a thrilling physical challenge for kids and teens.
Boulderworld Adelaide
Indoor bouldering gym with dedicated kids classes and beginner-friendly routes.
Breakout Adelaide
Immersive escape rooms for the whole family — solve puzzles and crack codes to escape in 60 minutes.
Adelaide Gaol Haunted Horizons
Explore Australia's oldest remaining colonial gaol — fascinating history tours and after-dark experiences.
Mylor Adventure Camp
Flying fox, orienteering, team challenges, and bushcraft adventures in the Adelaide Hills.
Adelaide Aquatic Centre
Indoor and outdoor pools, waterslides, and spa — Adelaide's premier community aquatic centre.
Oaklands Park Aquatic Centre
Family-friendly pools and waterslides in Adelaide's south — affordable holiday swimming fun.
Gravity Zone Trampoline Park
Action-packed indoor trampoline park in Hindmarsh with freestyle zones, dodgeball, and foam pits.
Adelaide Escape Rooms
Themed escape room adventures for families and groups — multiple venues across Adelaide.
Autumn School Holidays with Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup
Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup is a community, nature art and play event for children ages 0 - 6 years and their famil
School Holidays Market Trail - April 2026
You can’t beat the School Holidays Market Trail for value and fun these school holidays!
Take 2 - Autumn School Holidays with Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup
Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup is a community, nature art and play event for children ages 0 - 6 years and their famil
School Holidays: Dream Boards (BL)
For 8+ years. Using images, colours and words, children will create a visual reminder to inspire and uplift them.
School Holiday Kids Art Class - Stitch Surfboard!
Beat the school holidays boredom! Paint you own Stitch surfboard to hang on your bedroom wall!
April School Holiday Workshop - PARENTS AND KIDS painting- Curious Emu
School Holiday fun for kids in Henley Beach during the South Australian April School Holidays.
Chill & Colour School Holiday Program ( Ages10-18)
Step away from the stress and enjoy a chilled colouring session designed just for teens.
SA Police Road Safety Centre School Holiday Program (5 - 8 years)
Free road safety session conducted by SA Police, which includes a practical session on the mock roadway.
School Holidays: Crafternoon
A hands-on arts & crafts event filled with color, imagination, and messy masterpieces!
April School Holiday Workshop - Animal Pizza Creating and Necklace Making
School Holiday fun for kids in Henley Beach during the South Australian April School Holidays.
SA Police Road Safety Centre School Holiday Program (9- 12 years)
Free road safety session conducted by SA Police, which includes a practical session on the mock roadway.
April School Holiday Workshop - Biscuit Decorating and Wooden Hanging Art
School Holiday fun for kids in Henley Beach during the South Australian April School Holidays.
Hockey - School Holiday Sports (6-12 years)
Hockey skills, drills & games - suitable for kids aged 6-12 years
April School Holiday Workshop - Air Dry Creations and Herb Planting
School Holiday fun for kids in Henley Beach during the South Australian April School Holidays.
Croquet - School Holiday Sports (10-16 years)
Croquet skills - suitable for kids aged 10-16 years
April School Holiday Workshop - Plaster Painting and Pet Rock Creations
School Holiday fun for kids in Henley Beach during the South Australian April School Holidays.
Bookish Bash - April School Holiday Program
Join us for fun stories, crafts, and games at the Bookish Bash this April school holidays!
Lawn Bowls - School Holiday Sports (10-17 years)
Come & Try Lawn Bowls - suitable for kids aged 10-17 years
School Holiday Art Class - Teeny Tiny Art (PS)
For people aged 7 - 10. Come and play with pencils, textas, stamps, collage and more to create tiny art on dominos to t
Fencing - School Holiday Sports (11-15 years)
Basic fencing skills - suitable for kids aged 11-15 years
Adelaide Hills Lavender Farm
Pick your own lavender in the stunning Adelaide Hills — fragrant, beautiful, and uniquely South Australian.
Funland Amusement Rides — Port Adelaide
Classic carnival rides and amusements at Port Adelaide — old-school fun for the whole family.
Sugar Rush — Candy Factory Experience
Interactive candy factory tour and sweet-making workshop — a sugary adventure for kids of all ages.
Adelaide Central Market — Family Food Tour
Explore 70+ food stalls at Adelaide Central Market.
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