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Summer School Holiday Activities in Adelaide 2026
Sat 12 Dec 2026 – Mon 27 Jan 2027 · 6 weeks — start planning now
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Curated activities for Adelaide families this summer break. Generate a personalised plan to get age-matched recommendations with rainy-day swaps.
Adelaide Central Market — Family Food Tour
Explore 70+ food stalls at Adelaide Central Market.
South Australian Museum — School Holiday Programs
Natural history and culture programs at SA Museum.
Art Gallery of South Australia — Kids Programs
Free art workshops and gallery tours in Adelaide.
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.
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.
National Railway Museum Port Adelaide
Steam trains, heritage carriages and train rides in Port Adelaide.
Sugar Rush — Candy Factory Experience
Interactive candy factory tour and sweet-making workshop — a sugary adventure for kids of all ages.
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.
Cleland Wildlife Park
Cuddle koalas and hand-feed kangaroos at this iconic wildlife park on the slopes of Mt Lofty.
Chill & Colour School Holiday Program ( Ages10-18)
Step away from the stress and enjoy a chilled colouring session designed just for teens.
Get a personalised summer plan
Tell Hollie about your kids — ages, interests, budget — and she'll build a day-by-day plan with real Adelaide activities, rainy-day swaps, and cost notes for Sat 12 Dec 2026 – Mon 27 Jan 2027.
Build my summer holiday planFrequently asked questions
When are Summer school holidays in South Australia in 2026?
Summer school holidays in South Australia run from 12 December 2026 to 27 January 2027 in 2026.
What are examples of free summer activities for kids in Adelaide?
Some free summer school holiday ideas in Adelaide include Adelaide Central Market — Family Food Tour, Art Gallery of South Australia — Kids Programs, Adelaide Botanic Garden — Family Discovery. Use Hollie to find current local options that match your family's age range and budget.
How long are Summer school holidays in South Australia?
Summer school holidays in South Australia are approximately 6 weeks long in 2026.
What age groups are these holiday ideas designed for?
These activity ideas span a broad range of ages, from toddlers through to teens. Hollie is most useful for current planning because it filters recommendations to your child's exact age and interests.
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