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School Holiday Activities in Adelaide
Adelaide punches above its weight for family activities — from free museum days to the Adelaide Zoo and Cleland Wildlife Park.
Typical activity cost in Adelaide: ~$16 per child
Popular activities in Adelaide
Top-rated activities for families in Adelaide, updated regularly.
National Railway Museum Port Adelaide
Steam trains, heritage carriages and train rides in Port Adelaide.
Monarto Safari Park — School Holidays
Safari bus tours with lions and giraffes near Adelaide.
Oaklands Park Aquatic Centre
Family-friendly pools and waterslides in Adelaide's south — affordable holiday swimming fun.
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.
Bounce Trampoline Parks Adelaide
Trampoline park sessions in Adelaide.
2026 school holiday breaks in Adelaide
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Apr 3 – Apr 19, 2026
Autumn School Holidays Adelaide
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Jun 27 – Jul 12, 2026
Winter School Holidays Adelaide
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Sep 19 – Oct 4, 2026
Spring School Holidays Adelaide
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Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 28, 2027
Summer School Holidays Adelaide
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