The October LWE is right in the middle of school holidays, so if you’re after a one stop page for all the best activities, events, school holiday promos and places to visit this is the spot to look

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Looking for a fun day out with the kids (or just an excuse to wander through gorgeous fields of flowers)? 91������ý has some amazing spots where you can pick your own blooms – from bright yellow sunflowers in summer to colourful tulips in spring. 

Here’s where to find them

Our playground map has over TWO HUNDRED playgrounds listed on our website covering all corners of 91������ý as well as some regional spots. Take a drive and discover a new place to play or rediscover an old favourite

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Pack up the car, load up the kids and choose your own adventure this long weekend. There is SO MUCH family fun to be had in South Australia that is just a short trip from the suburbs – so pack the car and get exploring South Aussie families! 

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Head to one of 91������ý’s best indoor play centres, AFL Max! Kids can make their way through the Zones, including the Skills Zone, Aerial Zone, Interactive Zone, Inflatable Zone & more!

No need to buy separate tickets for the different areas, one ticket gives you access to it all! 

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Open from 10am-4pm everyday

Hahndorf Farm Barn is a unique blend of a children’s farmyard and wildlife park. You can hold, touch and feed most of the animals in complete safety and at your own comfort level. Find out how animals are born, grow and live on a farm. A visit to 91������ý’s Hahndorf Farm Barn is not just about family fun activities or keeping the kids entertained – it’s educational as well!

• Cow milking show at 11am and 2:30
• Reptile show at 12:30
• Pony and tractor rides
• Animal feeding, bottle feeding and interactions all day
• Enjoy the giant sandpit and playground and make sure you check out the new diggers and ride on tractors!

Bounce Greenacres and Marleston open daily. 10am  – 6pm.

BOUNCE is the perfect playground to develop your freestyle tricks these school holidays. It’s the ultimate indoor play area to develop and harness balance, coordination and agility through a unique blend of fun, freestyle, progression and development.

Save some $$ and take advantage of their 2 hour superpass or Awesome4some sessions
Gather your Tribe and unleash your free spirit!

Click here for all the BOUNCE info. 

The October long weekend heralds the beginning of the 2025/26 season for Splash Town at Moonta.

This waterpark is completely FREE and consists of waterslides, mushrooms and a tipping bucket. Take a day trip to Moonta or better still, camp somewhere on the Copper Coast this long weekend!

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Mini Golf is fun for the whole family and we are lucky enough to have some amazing courses here in 91������ý. From West Beach to Victor Harbor, here are some of our favourite places to play Mini Golf.

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Cafe Bonython is open all long weekend. What a great space to eat, catch up with friends and let the kids play on this amazing playground. Also, Kids recieve a FREE Bunyip Trail Pack with an activity sheet, crayons and duck food with any Breakfast or Lunch purchase.

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Nestled along 91������ý’s picturesque southern coastline, the Witton Bluff Base Trail is now fully open, offering families an inviting and accessible coastal adventure between Christies Beach and Port Noarlunga.

Plan your trip here

Hahndorf Flower Farm is a family-owned and operated farm in the 91������ý Hills. We were lucky enough to visit earlier in the year, and it was totally worth it. It’s such a beautiful, family-friendly experience. Wander colourful flower fields, pick your own blooms, and enjoy a relaxed day out.

New in 2025 – “The Little Flower Hunt” lets kids take a guided wander with the Farm Manager and fill their own mason jar with as many blooms as they like. How cute! 

Step into a sea of purple at Hahndorf this summer and enjoy a fragrant, hands-on experience at the Lavender Bloom Festival. Wander the fields, pick your own lavender, and soak up the sights and scents of the season, perfect for families!

Dates: 19th December 2025 – 7th January 2026
Farm Hours: 9am – 7pm (entry allowed anytime during opening hours)
Tickets: Adults $20 | Children (5–12 years) $5

Families can take home their own bundles of lavender to enjoy at home.

Looking for a whimsical and unique photo experience that captures the magic of 91������ý’s largest lavender field this season?

Tianie Caruso Photography invites you to a one-of-a-kind portrait session amidst the vibrant purple blossoms of Hahndorf Lavender Estate. Spend a full hour in a secluded area of the estate, experiencing its beauty without the crowds, and leave with stunning images expertly captured and beautifully edited in Tianie’s signature style.

Whether you’re updating family photos, celebrating a pregnancy or engagement, or showcasing your artistry through dance, cosplay, or performance, these sessions are designed to create unforgettable memories you’ll cherish forever.

Where: Hahndorf Lavender Estate
When: December 15th – 19th (extra dates available on request)
Times: Mornings (6am & 7:30am) & Evenings (6pm & 7:30pm)

Ready to book?

Atkins Farm is a family-owned farm in Meadows, 50 minutes from 91������ý, known for its beautiful sunflowers. Each summer, visitors are invited to wander the fields and pick their own blooms, making it a perfect family outing.

The farm will reopen in January 2026 for the next sunflower season, ready for another season of vibrant blooms and family fun.

Get the camera ready! 

Jack Watkins Reserve – the brand-new playspace at Kilburn is set to be a hit with families as the weather warms up.

We love the ample grassy areas, perfect for picnics, while the kids enjoy the playground.

Top tip: walk over to Kenny’s across the road near Costco and grab some hot chips to enjoy on your picnic!

91������ý has some gorgeous flower farms that are more than just pretty to look at – they’re the perfect spot for a picnic.

With wide open spaces, colourful fields and plenty of fresh country air, you can spread out a rug, enjoy some food and take in the view. It’s a simple, relaxing way to spend the day surrounded by nature.

You know the Botanic Gardens – who doesn’t? But when was the last time you visited another world within 91������ý and just soaked in the amazing oasis in the heart of the city. Shady spots are everywhere including lots of open space for fun play.
*Tip- Bring a soccer ball or scooter, there’s heaps of room.

For a spring picnic with a difference, roll out your rug at the Barossa Outdoor Cinema. Set lakeside at the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company and framed by vineyards, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a movie night under the stars.

Grab a pizza from Benni’s of Barossa and enjoy plenty of family-friendly films throughout the school holidays and beyond – a fun outing for all ages.

Located around Glen Osmond, the series of trails provides you with spectacular views of the city.

Parking is a bit of an issue (Mount Osmond Road is your best bet) and we know a little sneaky spot you’ll find
With walks suitable for families of all ages with our walk on the central track taking about 20 minutes (we would class it as easy-medium in difficulty), this is an absolute fave it’s definitely worth spending the time to find a carpark. Be mindful of the blindspots on the road in this area as it’s narrow. However there is a walking path alongside the golf course which stretches up to 1km from that car park if you do park on road side. This path connects to the main pathway. 

Sadly it wasn’t pram friendly, but being centrally located and with a selection of great walking tracks, put this one on the list.

For all the info on the tracks at Mount Osmond, find out more .

Victor has it all for families, but one of our favourite ‘must-do’ activities with the kids is the Granite Island loop walk. Incredible scenery and a relatively short 45 min loop is achievable for kids of all ages. Shave a bit of walking time off with a ride on the horse drawn tram and you can also grab a post walk treat at the island kiosk.  

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Snuggled in behind Carrick Hill, lies a sneaky hidden gem of a walking track that offers some simply stunning views of our city, but without having to deal with all of the people (looking at you Mt Lofty). A 2-3 hour circuit covering a nudge over 4km, this moderate loop will be easily achieved by the whole fam. Some amazing rest stops along the way to marvel at the views, see if you can find the tree swing!

A long time fave of the KiA crew and hugely popular down south with the locals. Recently saved with much needed Government funds to help with maintenance, it would have been a tragedy had it been lost. With the newly opened multi-million dollar dual suspension bridges, the walk is now even more spectacular. The views are incredible and you can stop and head down the stairs to the beach to explore the small sea creatures and ancient rock faces when you need a break.

Park at Hallett Cove (plenty of parking and a fantastic cafe to inspire to you on the way back) and start your trek. The area is rich with natural geological history (a good excuse to rest I find, to stop and read the information signs) so you can combine family exercise with learning! Something the kids will surely appreciate…or not. The boardwalk follows the cliff tops or (as above in the pic), pop down to the rocky coast below and explore. Absolutely fantastic to take kids of all ages this one.

The entire trail is about 7km from Hallett Cove to Marino, with the boardwalk comprising of a few km of that from the Hallett Cove end. Personally a trek to the end of the boardwalk and back to Hallett Cove is usually enough for most kids. Be sure to check out the beautiful Sugarloaf and Amphitheatre, incredible geological formations along the way.

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An absolute must for a list like this, and for me, it is my fave. Located only 20 odd minutes from the CBD, what I love about Morialta is not only the incredible scenery, waterfalls and rock formations, but the variety. The different hiking trails, which are really well sign posted if you are inclined to take a wrong turn like me, give you the option to spin around the valley floor on a quick and easy 45 minute trek or you can challenge yourself with a 4 hour epic around the whole region. Some of the trails do take in some pretty awe inspiring heights, but the falls valley floor walk is a ripper if you are after flat scenic walks with the younger hikers. Plenty of adventurous families tackle all of the different trails so be sure to explore, explore, explore.

For info on all the amazing walks at Morialta, click !

Heading down south next, with the fabulous Onkaparinga River National Park, which if my personal social media feeds have been anything to go by, has been veeeeerrrrrry busy in recent years. It is easy to see why though! With so many hikes to choose from, which have easy to read (and find!) signs along the way, you will find something to suit the whole fam here. Hikes range from about an hour right up to hard 4hr expeditions, so go for a stroll or challenge yourself. The park also offers incredible views over the various gorges (you can rock climb too if you feel like climbing up a perfectly good cliff).

With your at the ready, prepare to check out the stunning views and kids of all ages are guaranteed to have a ball*

*not a real guarantee

While we’re talking about the Onkaparinga River National Park, make sure you check out the Punch Bowl Lookout. It’s a firm favourite with the KiA team – at 2km return it makes the journey worth your while.

It’s pram friendly with just a few steep bits – the views are worth it though!

We love this spot, but a heads up, it’s not pram friendly! Here’s what Walking SA has to say:

“A scenic walking trail following Reedy Creek from the lower pools to the waterfalls.

An adventure playground for people of all ages – it’s easily navigable to walk rock-hop along the creek gully, exploring the many granite rocks, pools and waterfalls. An abundance of birdlife and wildlife can be found. The falls flow during winter and spring, and after rains.

Park at either the lower or upper carpark. We recommend parking at the lower carpark and following the walking trail along the creek, and turning around near the upper carpark. Remember to bring plenty of drinking water. The toilets are 150 metres from the lower carpark. The first pools are 250 metres from the lower carpark. The first waterfalls are 1 kilometre from the lower carpark.”

Goondooloo ridge walk in deep creek conservation park is a 4km return walk that will take you around two hours to complete easy for little legs and prams, lots of kangaroos and wildlife to spot along the way.
At the end of the track you’ll find picnic tables looking over the picturesque backstairs passage hello over there kangaroo island!
There’s brand new drop toilets located at the start of the track along with parking and picnic tables, keep in mind this is in the conversation park so you will need to pay a fee to enter ($12 per vehicle) which we recommend you do so before heading on your way as there is no signal in the area.
The pass will get you full access to the entire park so make the most of it and plan out a full day as there’s lots to see and do!

Kuitpo Forest, about a 45 minute drive from 91������ý, is a really big place. So much so that of all the hikes listed in this national park, I couldn’t even find any reference to my favourite (and a huge fave for locals too). Bone Gully Forest off Dashwood Gully Road has always been my go-to for a Kuitpo hike with the fam. The incredible lush forest scenery and short distance (albeit it is a bit up hill….which just means it is downhill on the way back to the car) makes it perfect for a family day out. But the beauty of such a place like Kuitpo, is everyone has a fave part. You won’t find the huge mountain gorges like you will at other hikes, which may be perfect for you! Also a fave with mountain bikers and horse trail riders

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Opened to the public in 2020 Hope Valley Reservior is S.A’s first metropolitan reservoir to open to the public and a great place for kids to explore.
Shared use trail mostly on the western side near the dam wall. A full loop is just over 5km and make sure you stop at the new nature playground for a climb

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Home now to one of our best adventure playgrounds, the national park also includes a 4km trail loop that starts just off Majors Road at the Ranger Station.

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An old fave but remains a fantastic natural space within minutes of the city at Belair. Plenty of areas to start your bushwalking adventure inclduing the Playford Lake along the Wood Duck Walk (1km trail) or hit up the famous adventure playground which is right along the Lorikeet Loop Trail (3km).

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That’s right Yogi Bear, we did! Cause picnics and Spring just go together don’t they? Grab your picnic rug, pack some snacks and find a favourite park, playground or national park to explore – once the kids have burnt some energy, open up the picnic and enjoy the serenity (and hopefully not too many ants).

We even wrote a whole list of our favourite picnic places to visit in Spring.

Click here for our list of picnic spots for every weekend in Spring

The Prospect Spring Fair 2025 is a great family day out in spring.

With the Dachshund Mini Dash, rides, live music, and flyball dog races, there’s plenty to enjoy. Kids will love the petting zoo and face painting, while parents can browse the market and food stalls.

It’s a FREE event at Broadview Oval, making it a perfect way to spend a spring Saturday together in October.

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With sights like these, Springlake is definitely one of the top spots we’ll be taking the kids during Spring. And it even has “Spring” in the name, which must mean we are all contractually obliged to visit between September & November, right? But seriously, look at the flowers. And ducks!

Springlake Nature Playground is right next door too, along with BLVD Cafe, so it ticks all my boxes.

I mean does anything get any more spring than these photos taken at Carrickalinga Walking Trail. The path is a 5km return trip with beautiful views of the ocean and colourful flowers in spring. Pram friendly too, if you don’t mind a few bumps along the way. Enter via the carpark on Gold Coast Drive then follow the trail around. 

Nature Festival returns to South Australia from 26 September – 12 October 2025, bringing the state to life with more than 400 events and experiences.

From nature walks and bird watching to exhibitions, talks, workshops, and even poetry, the festival is all about celebrating our love of the natural world.

With this year’s theme “Flow”, it’s the perfect way to slow down, connect with nature, and make the most of spring in SA.

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91������ý has had some big entrants to the ice cream scene in the last twelve months, honestly, and we felt it was our duty to collate (and personally check out) the best spots to enjoy a delicious scoop, be it ice cream, gelati, gelato, frozen yoghurt or even an acai treat with the kids! Whether you’re into classic scoops and flavours like vanilla, chocolate or mint chocolate chip, or like something a bit fancy like peach and white chocolate (yes we recently found that) we’ve done the hard work for you and found the best spots to visit.

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There are very few places you can get so close to wisteria as stunning as this, except of course in the 91������ý Botanic Gardens. Pack a picnic, wander around the gardens (more ducks!) & breathe in the scent of this beautiful springtime bloom. The Botanic Gardens aren’t just beautiful in Spring, they are also a wealth of information & education for kids on horticulture. Of course, it makes for some perfect Instagram shots too!

Make sure you also stop for lunch or a coffee at Evergreen Deli in the Gardens too! 

(Note – the 91������ý Botanic Gardens have advised that the wisteria has had a big prune in 2024, so they aren’t sure exactly how much it will bloom compared to previous years, but we think it will be stunning anyway!)

Find more 91������ý Botanic Garden info here.

We are lucky to have so many great wine regions here in South Australia and so many of the cellar doors are family friendly! Grab a glass of wine and a meal or local produce platter and relax in the sun while the kids play.

We’re talking giant games, tasting plates for the kids, playgrounds and even a chance to feed and pat some native animals like at Woodstock Winery in McLaren Vale!

Click here for our list of the best family friendly wineries in SA.

Another spot that is perfect when it’s ‘not too hot, not too cold’ is Monarto Safari Park.

Enjoy all of the animals via the buses that take you through each exhibit or via the viewing platforms. You’ll see giraffes, tigers, lions, chimps and more – if you are lucky some of the baby animals might also be out on exhibit! 

The Visitor Centre also has a great cafe, gift shops and playground to start or finish your visit.

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