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25.01.2022 *SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY IDEAS* Now's the time when kids might start to get a little bored during the holidays. However, there are plenty of fantastic programs they can go to, as well as places to visit and a list of free things to do in our School Holiday Guide. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaide-school-holiday-guide-bes/
25.01.2022 {Saturday 5 December 2020} *CHRISTMAS JUNIOR PROMS* Who’s ready for some Christmas cheer? Join Adelaide Youth Orchestras and Eve McMillan from the Just Add Music Band for this year’s Christmas Junior Proms! Head to Adelaide Festival Centre this Saturday for an afternoon filled with the festive hits you know and love, performed by some of South Australia’s best young musicians. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/christmas-junior-proms-adelaide-f/
25.01.2022 *REVERSE ADVENT CALENDAR* Christmas is about joy and hope, so why not bring a little joy and hope to people in need this Christmas with our Reverse Advent Calendar. It's also great to get the kids involved and teach them about caring for others. Feel free to download our Reverse Advent Calendar here: https://playandgo.com.au/play-go-christmas-reverse-advent-/
25.01.2022 {On until Sunday 29 November 2020} *PORT WALKS - WALKING TOURS* Experience a fantastic program of guided walks highlighting Port Adelaide’s rich history, unique environment, diverse culture, and ongoing tradition of folklore and storytelling. There are a variety of different tours to choose from including a Wonderwalls walk, the Anchor Trail, a Ghost Crime Tour and a Coastal Nature walk. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/port-walks-a-month-of-walking-tou/
24.01.2022 {Secret Playground} *MELVILLE GROVE RESERVE* Tucked away down a lane in Hectorville is the cutest little community playspace. The farm themed playground has a fabulous red tractor with trailer and slides; a windmill to climb; giant vegetables; the most gorgeous rock art; as well as beautiful artwork along the laneway. There are no toilets as it’s a local community playground but there is a drinking fountain including a dog bowl. It’s just across the road from The Red Mill B...akehouse on Hectorville Rd. A great initiative by Campbelltown City Council (SA) with community collaboration. Thanks to @dreamliveexplore for the heads up on this little gem. See more pics & read the full review here: https://playandgo.com.au/melville-grove-hectorville-secret/ See more
24.01.2022 {Friday 15 & 22 January 2021} *MARS MARDEN SPORTING COMPLEX* Marden Sporting Complex will be hosting two January school holiday programs including a range of sports and physical activities. There will be a huge range of equipment available for kids to try and a variety of sports and activities including (but not limited to) basketball, netball, volleyball, futsal, badminton, athletics and dodgeball. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/mars-school-holiday-activities-ma/
23.01.2022 {School Holiday Mountain Biking} *HEAD FOR THE HILLS* Head for the Hills Cycling are running their super popular Geocache Adventure again these school holidays. Kids will ride over 12 kms as they work as a team to navigate and find hidden geocaches on the Craigburn Farm Trails. They also run a range of holiday mountain bike skills coaching clinics to help you ride safer, smoother and faster. **Special Offer 10% Off Holiday Programs. Find the discount code in the Summer School Holiday Guide: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaide-school-holiday-guide-bes/
23.01.2022 {School Holiday Fun} *NATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM* The National Motor Museum - Australia is running SCALEXTRIC racing sessions from 11am-1pm every day this week until Friday 15 January. While you're visiting, check out the exquisite Bugatti Veyron, challenge your friends to one of their retro games in Game Engine and of course, explore the brand new Holden Heroes collection. Find out more in the School Holiday Guide: https://playandgo.com.au/?p=142028
23.01.2022 {Sunday 22 November 2020} *5TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS PARTY STAY ACTIVE* Stay Active Children's Sports Programs are having a fun-filled 5th birthday party at Wigley Reserve, Glenelg. If your children are sport obsessed, they are going to love it! If they’re 5-10 years old, they will rotate between: AFL Cricket ... Softball Soccer ..and a Mini Olympics station! If your child is 2-4 years old, they’ll play some fun physical activity games with Stay Active’s qualified Child Care Educators (separate to the big kids)! Purchase a ticket ahead of the event to guarantee your child a spot, and in return, they’ll give you a FREE hot coffee from BEAN BAR and a fruit skewer for your child from Nourish Adelaide on the day. Tickets are only $15. Book here: stayactive.com.au/community PS there will be some special sporting guests in attendance - stay tuned to their Facebook page to find out who
22.01.2022 {Until Tuesday 22 December 2020} *FREE VISITS WITH SANTA* Meet Santa at Gawler Green Shopping Centre and take your very own photo with Santa and the kids. For session times and more visit: https://gawlergreen.com.au/whats-on/ *Social distancing measures apply. No bookings required.
22.01.2022 {Free Trails} *CITY OF ADELAIDE* Take your family on an exciting adventure and explore the beauty of Adelaide. Follow a trail through the city to discover hidden street art, delicious food, secret gardens and historic buildings. Take your pick from a massive collection of free self-guided trails from the City of Adelaide. There are more than 70 to choose from. Find out more here: bit.ly/trails-family Credit: City of Adelaide; Play & Go
21.01.2022 *PAGEANT TICKETS BALLOT* For your chance to attend this year's National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, make sure to enter the ballot - set a reminder now. The ballot will be open this Thursday 29 October from 10am to Friday 30 October at 10pm. It will be drawn randomly after registrations close. ... The Pageant will be held as a twilight parade at Adelaide Oval on Saturday 14 November, allowing a COVID-safe crowd of 20,000 to attend the treasured event. Get all the details here: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaide-christmas-pageant-how-to/
21.01.2022 {Wednesday 30 December 2020 - Saturday 30 January 2021} *SUMMER SOUNDS FESTIVAL* The Summer Sounds Festivall is a new SA Health approved summer concert series that will bring live music, summer sounds and all the party vibes back to South Australia. More than 20 epic shows will be staged during the summer festive season in Bonython Park/Tulya Wodli, in Adelaide’s beautiful Park Lands. PRESALE TICKETS on sale from tomorrow 3 December 2020. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/summer-sounds-festival-bonython-p/
21.01.2022 It’s the last chance today (Sunday 15 Nov) for the Lucky Dumpling Market. We wish it was on for longer. https://playandgo.com.au/lucky-dumpling-market-elder-park-/
21.01.2022 {Review} *STILL POINT OF A TURNING WORLD - DREAMBIG CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL* This fascinating and interactive performance invites you to explore a patchwork of experiences, which will inspire you to question who you are and how you affect the world around you. Read Carla's full review here: https://playandgo.com.au/still-point-of-a-turning-world-dr/
19.01.2022 This is an epic ad. I WALL t-shirts and United States of Australia Watch to the end.
19.01.2022 {New Shows Added - Now on Sale!} *BLUEY'S BIG PLAY - THE STAGE SHOW* See Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli in the world premiere of Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show in Adelaide. Due to overwhelming demand, new shows have been added in December 2020 and in January 2021. Get the link to book here: https://playandgo.com.au/blueys-big-play-live-on-stage-ade/
19.01.2022 {Saturday 5 December 2020} *HIGH TEA WITH SANTA - GLANVILLE HALL* Enjoy a morning of food, festive fun and a very special visitor all the way from the North Pole at Glanville Hall. Enter the fairy tale 'Christmas Castle' for a decadent three-course high tea, create some Christmas crafts, transform yourself with festive face painting and meet Santa for FREE photos in his beautiful magic cave. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/high-tea-with-santa-glanville-hal/
18.01.2022 *WIN A McDONALD’S WEST RICHMOND $50 VOUCHER* The brand new McDonald’s West Richmond has just opened recently with a fab free indoor PlayPlace. The playground is enclosed, air-conditioned, has 6 levels to climb and play, with slides and a helicopter too. Great for a meal or coffee catch up with a friend while the kids play. PRIZE DETAILS To celebrate the opening of McDonald’s West Richmond, enter to WIN a $50 family dining voucher. Valid only for this store at 134 Marion Rd,... West Richmond. There are 2 prizes on offer. HOW TO ENTER Just put your name below and anyone else who might like to win a voucher. Giveaway ends Wednesday 23 December. Winners will be drawn randomly and announced on this post. Full T&Cs on our notes page. For more info on McDonald’s West Richmond: https://playandgo.com.au/sas-largest-playplace-mcdonalds-w/
18.01.2022 {Wednesday 7 Sunday 18 April 2021} *HICCUP! WINDMILL THEATRE CO* Windmill Theatre Co's Hiccup! is a hilarious rocking musical adventure about working together, finding friendship and how to, once and for all, stop the hiccups. Read more here: https://playandgo.com.au/hiccup-windmill-theatre-co-adelai/
17.01.2022 Wackadoo! Rolling Stone has named Bluey one of the best sitcoms of 2020. Just confirming what we all think.
17.01.2022 {Friday 4 December Thursday 24 December 2020} *SANTA'S WONDERLAND* 2020 has been a huge year, with big changes, big upheavals and big fears, but there’s light on the horizon and it’s getting brighter every day. As you prepare to celebrate another Christmas and the countdown begins, we know that things will be a little different this year. At Santas Wonderland the special moments will still be there by the sleigh-load. There will be unforgettable moments, laughter, delight, and the biggest moment of all... Santa’s arrival. Pre-purchase your tickets today here: https://bit.ly/2TpbiQC
17.01.2022 {Now playing, LIVE on stage!} *ROOM ON THE BROOM* Room on the Broom Live Australia has arrived in Adelaide for the Summer holidays, with songs, laughs and scary fun for kids 3+. Must close this Wednesday 23 December - don’t miss out. CLICK HERE TO BOOK: https://bit.ly/2KEAIIL
17.01.2022 *SANTALAND MYER* Here’s our first look at Santaland at Myer Rundle Mall. It’s a little bit different this year. The Christmas train to visit Father Christmas is still there as in previous years. Instead of the activities, there is a Disney area for selfie pics - Frozen 2 and Star Wars with an impressive LEGO Darth Vader. Read more here: https://playandgo.com.au/santaland-adelaide-myer-rundle-ma/
17.01.2022 {Closing Soon - 20 June 2021} For just $10, or $50 for a book of 6 tickets you can support 23 different South Australian charities and be in the running to win amazing prizes including: 1st Prize A Melisi Projects Home at The Square at Woodville West and Taste Furniture voucher. 2nd PRIZE Brand New 2021 MG Core3 from Newspot Motors 3rd PRIZE - $5,000 Cash... BUY TICKETS to the 2021 Telethon South Australia Melisi Projects Home Lottery at The Square at Woodville West here: https://playandgo.com.au/telethonsa-melisi-projects-home-l/ See more
16.01.2022 Cute slinky dog
14.01.2022 *G'DAY PARKS* Our mates at Top Parks have a brand new name and website, making it easier than ever to say G’day to your next family holiday! Now called G’day Parks, you can choose from over 40 locations in South Australia, including the best of beaches, river and countryside. With 280+ locations around the country, G'day Parks is Australia’s largest holiday park network with an industry-leading rewards program, G’day Rewards. Search and book SA location at: https://www.gdayparks.com.au/parks/south-australia
14.01.2022 {Sunday 4 Sunday 25 July 2021} *ADELAIDE FESTIVAL CENTRE'S GUITAR FESTIVAL* The Adelaide Guitar Festival is bringing together some of Australia’s best guitarists in a thrilling mix of local talent and visiting musicians for its first-ever annual event. The line-up includes chart-topping blues & roots musician Ash Grunwald plus Adelaide’s own Carla Lippis and husband Geoff Crowther, Hugh Stuckey and James Muller and more. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaide-festival-centres-guitar-/
13.01.2022 What a night at the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant. While one of our team got to see it live at the Adelaide Oval the rest of us watched it at home. It was certainly different this year wasn’t it? Bravo to all the organisers and everyone involved, for having to completely turn things around to put on this beloved event. So much heart and hard work went into this. And what a perfect night it was for this twilight performance.
12.01.2022 What a night at the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant. Congratulations to all the organisers and everyone involved. And what a perfect night it was for this twilight performance. Here are a few pics from our team at Adelaide Oval. It was not quite the same watching it at home but well done to the organisers and all the performers - a huge accomplishment to put such a huge event on this year.
11.01.2022 Reindeer chocolate cake is delicious and cute, plus easy to make. We just used Green’s chocolate cake mix here, pretzels, Jaffas/chocolate orange balls, and lolly eyes are from the supermarket (we got these at Coles). https://playandgo.com.au/christmas-tree-brownies-reindeer-/
09.01.2022 {Open from Monday 14 December 2020} *KIDSAFE CENTRE HILTON* Kidsafe SA are opening a brand NEW Kidsafe Centre in Adelaide with a focus on child car restraint fitting and hire services. The new Kidsafe Centre at Hilton will be a one stop safety shop for families, educators, health professionals and the general public. Read more here: https://playandgo.com.au/kidsafe-centre-hilton-opening-14-/
09.01.2022 Liebichwein in the Barossa has something for the whole family, especially during school holidays. At their cellar door they offer a kid’s tasting - they like to call "port for kids" (a soft drink) served in a plastic wine glass. : @liebichwein
09.01.2022 {Sunday 22 November 2020} *FESTIVAL OF DOGS* The Festival of Dogs is an event for dogs and their owners as well as anyone interested in dogs. There will be a range of vendors offering dog-related products plus breed displays, pet parades, obedience and agility demonstrations, Tricks 101, ‘come and try’ sessions, dog breeders, expert advice and competitions. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/festival-of-dogs-kilburn-22-nov-2/
08.01.2022 How gorgeous is the Morrie Harrell Playground in Unley with the Jacarandas blooming. Thanks to Catherine for sharing this fab pic with us. The playground is a little gem for locals (as there are no toilets), is perfect for little ones, and is now fully fenced. Read more here: https://playandgo.com.au/review-ramage-street-park-morrie-/
07.01.2022 *ADELAIDE'S CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL* Grab the kids and head down to the Giant Christmas Tree in Victoria Square - the kids will love playing in the water fountains (take a spare change of clothes!). The giant lego sleigh is on display at the Adelaide Central Market and there are some fantastic window displays in and around Rundle Mall and North Adelaide. Find out what else is happening at Adelaide's Christmas Festival: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaides-christmas-festival-adel/
07.01.2022 **MARION POOL UPDATE** Marion Outdoor Pool is back with Recreational Sessions, Aqua Aerobics, Birthday Parties and Swim School. When going to the pool you are required to: - Book into a session online prior to attending.... - Attend no more than 10 mins prior to your session. - Scan the QR code prior to entering the facility. - Showering before and after your session at home. Changes to capacities include: - Swimming pools have a maximum capacity of 50 per pool, or 1 per 2 square meters if capacities are less. To accommodate the 50 capacity pool limits, Recreational sessions will only have access to the Learners and Toddlers pools, Playground, Water Park and large Water Slides if an activity pass is purchased. Read more about the new water park here: https://playandgo.com.au/marion-outdoor-pool-outdoor-water/
07.01.2022 *ADELAIDE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL* See the Giant Christmas Tree in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga. It's absolutely beautiful and makes a great Christmas outing with the kids. While you're visiting the City of Adelaide see the stunning Christmas window displays in Rundle Mall and the Giant Lego Sleigh in the Adelaide Central Market. Find out what else is happening here: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaides-christmas-festival-adel/
07.01.2022 Double Zero. Zilch Zilch. 00 Yay for our Melbourne friends and everyone in Victoria.
06.01.2022 {Wednesday 2 December 2020} *GLANDORE CAROLS GO VIRTUAL IN 2020* Embrace the Christmas spirit as the Glandore Christmas Carols Go Virtual in 2020. You can join in at home with host ‘South Aussie with Cosi’, Andrew Costello and amazing live acts by Rachael Leahcar, Michael Griffiths and Jas French alongside the City of Marion Band and the Adelaide Allsorts Chorus. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/glandore-carols-virtual-event-2-d/
06.01.2022 {Special Party Offers} *MEGA COURTS INDOOR SPORTS* Mega Courts Indoor Sports is offering extreme party fun at special rates: 2 hour Sports & Inflatables Party for up to 8 kids with food for $199 2 hour Laser Tag & Inflatables Party for up to 8 kids with food for $239... Find out more in the Best Party Guide: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaide-kids-best-birthday-party/ See more
05.01.2022 {Sunday 22 November 2020} *FREE FAMILY OPEN DAY - NORTH ADELAIDE GOLF COURSE* Looking for an event that’s different, fun for the family, and right on your doorstep? Enjoy a day out at Par 3, North Adelaide Golf Course. Play a game of golf with the family absolutely FREE with balls and clubs all included. Plus, live music, free games, and roving circus performers with jugglers, stilt walkers, and acrobats. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/free-family-open-day-north-adelai/
05.01.2022 *NEW CHANGES TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS IN SA* From today, new changes have been introduced to South Australia. BRIEF SUMMARY Changes to density requirements: - Indoor Place (other than a private function) - 1 person per 4sqm...Continue reading
05.01.2022 Christmas Gift Idea *MOUNT LOFTY ADVENTURE HUB GIFT VOUCHERS* Buy a Christmas gift voucher for the adventure lovers in your family. Mt Lofty Adventure Hub is set in the heart of a forest where you can enjoy a 15-metre Rock Climbing and Abseiling wall plus a 324m forest zipline (SA’s longest!). The experience is only $50 for one hour of fun, is suitable for all ages AND comes with all equipment and highly qualified instructors. Get the link to buy a voucher in the Christmas Gift Guide: https://playandgo.com.au/christmas-gift-ideas-christmas-ev/
04.01.2022 This always makes you smile.
04.01.2022 {Giveaway} *WIN TICKETS TO THE ADELAIDE GAOL FORTUNE TELLER TRAIL* Visit the Adelaide Gaol these Summer school holidays to discover your 1920’s Adelaide Gaol fortune. Seek out the 10 psychic visions around the Gaol and answer the mystic questions to find out what your destiny would be Working? Guilty? Innocent? The Adelaide Gaol Fortune Telling Trail is a lighthearted fun activity for primary school aged kids and families. PRIZE DETAILS WIN a family pass to the Adelaide Gao...l. Play & Go have 2 prizes on offer. Total prize value $74 HOW TO ENTER 1/ Put your name below and anyone else who would love to visit the Adelaide Gaol. 2/ Register your details here: https://playandgo.com.au/win-tickets-to-the-adelaide-gaol-/ See more
04.01.2022 Thank goodness for all the amazing playgrounds around SA where we can take the kids to let off some steam, and catch up with friends. Local councils are busy creating and maintaining many of these playgrounds. Here are a few of our favourites: https://playandgo.com.au/swings-rides-and-slides-local-cou/
04.01.2022 Hello giant Pigeon! Have you seen this new addition in @rundlemall ? The mirrored, stainless-steel sculpture, simply entitled ‘Pigeon’, is by artist Paul Sloan. It’s a quirky way to pay tribute to the many birds that call the Mall home. Now we can meet at the Pigeon instead of the Malls Balls?
03.01.2022 {Opens Tuesday 17 November 2020} *ADELAIDE HOLOCAUST MUSEUM & ANDREW STEINER EDUCATION CENTRE* The Adelaide Holocaust Museum & Steiner Education Centre opens to the public on Tuesday. The museum offers education about the Holocaust and commemorates the six million Jews who died during the Second World War. It is free to visit but bookings recommended. Read more here: https://playandgo.com.au/holocaust-museum-and-andrew-stein/
03.01.2022 {Giveaway} *WIN A FAMILY PASS TO SANTA'S WONDERLAND* Santas Wonderland is a magical Christmas wonderland filled with fun rides and entertainment for all the family including: A 450 sqm ice skating rink 30-metre-long toboggan slide... Dodgem cars. The dragon wagon coaster 3 inflatable jumping castle zones 10-stop interactive activity trail Activity trail showbag Entertainment PRIZE DETAILS Win a Family Pass (x5 General Admission Tickets) to Santa's Wonderland. Play & Go have two prizes to give away. Total prize value $450 HOW TO ENTER: 1/ Put your name below and anyone else you know who would love to go to Santa's Wonderland. 2/ Register your details here: https://playandgo.com.au/win-a-family-pass-to-santas-wonde/ See more
01.01.2022 A reminder to refill your tank when you need.
