Before we draw the curtains on the April School Holidays, we have compiled a quick list of 10 last things you should consider doing this weekend.
With more gorgeous autumn weather forecast (yah yah I know, my lawn needs rain too…..) it is the perfect time of year to throw the kids in the car and enjoy every thing Adelaide and the surrounds has to offer.
This weekends weather is looking great!
Visit a playground
Energy to burn and love fresh air?
Check out the opening of recently redeveloped Marshmallow Place Play Space this Sunday
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Head to Morialta Playground, one of our all time favourites.
Don’t forget you can also check out out Adelaide Playground Map to find ALL of our playground listings in one handy map!
Little people with BIG appetites?
Pack the picnic rug and head to Fork on the Grass at Port Malcolm Reserve, Semaphore. There will also be a FREE screening of Beauty & The BeastFork on the Grass
Sing, Dance & Be Entertained
Catch Woody’s World at Carrick Hill, before it winds up in conjunction with the end of school holidays, and take in all things autumn in the Adelaide Hills while you are at it.
To Market, To Market
Love handmade and local?
We love Henley Square Market Street Fair, for practical Mothers day gifts and more. Or check out our Market page to find a market near you
Have you ever visited any of our fantastic museums here in Adelaide? We think the Aviation Museum is worth a look these holidays.
Coastal Drive / Surf
Why not head on a short road trip to Middleton Fri/Sat or Sun and catch the action at the Southern Surf Festival. Check it out here Southern Surf Festival
Find it at: Hartley Road Flinders Park A nice little playground with enough equipment choice to keep the kids busy for a few minutes at least! It could do with a few extra features as it has no fence, no shade (apart from some nearby trees), no water fountains, no seating and no BBQ. The toilet is only at the nearby footy club, so if that is closed then you are out of luck too. But it does have a cool little wooden boat, a huge nest swing and a heap of regular swings (including one for the toddlers). A good spot for the locals and with the nearby oval, plenty of space for everyone to run around (sadly due to the lack of seating parents will also have to run around as well. Soz.) Hartley Road is fairly busy so keep a watchful eye on the kids at this one.
So we know that lots of families have kids ranging from toddler to teens so we've tried to find some great playgrounds we think your older kids will enjoy, while still offering some play space for younger children. For those of you with only older children, these playground spaces are still great and you just get the added bonus of sitting down instead of chasing a toddler around trying to put their hat on! [wpgmza id="138"]
When you have older kids, it can sometimes be harder to find playgrounds that give them enough of a challenge to stay enthusiastic enough to not be annoying.....thankfully Taperoo Playground is a winner! A beautiful spot, with fabulous manicured grass to make any dad jealous and is perfect for picnics. There is a small tramp built into the ground which is always fun for a bounce or two. What we loved the most was the huge climbing equipment which had a range or ropes and little challenges to weave around as you climb. We haven't seen anything like this in our travels for a long time and love some playground design creativity to challenge the older kids. There is also extra equipment with swings and slides more suited to the younger kids, nature play, plus a half court basketball court and outdoor fitness equipment too! They have also included a BBQ, shelter and toilets to make this a very well designed facility for the family.
Wife of a FIFO miner, but don't let that define her. Mum of two jetty jumping brats aged tween and teen (who live on fresh air, saltwater and attitude). Bare feet not heels. Hats not hair styles. Beaches not bars. Food over fashion. If you can't find her she's likely 'home' on the Yorke Peninsula.