Top 12 school holiday activities

Posted 24 September, 2020 James Gratton

The school holidays are already upon us, and we’re here to help you start planning the fortnight’s activities.   No matter whether your kids are animal lovers, food fiends, adventurers or theatre buffs, there’s something to help every child keep busy during the break. Here are a dozen of our top school holiday picks.  

1. Market adventures

Is your littlest family member a food lover? We’ve got just the ticket. Adelaide Central Market is welcoming back its School Holiday program – Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies – during the upcoming school holidays. Little Market Chefs is catered to 6–12 year-olds, giving them the opportunity to learn how to make some simple healthy food in the kitchen with the team from Sprout. The Market Trail takes kids through the aisles to 10 stop-offs, all marked on their very own map. They’ll even get to pick up treats along the way and pop them in their market tote bag. Book online to ensure your time slot, as spots are limited.  

2. Kick of the footy

This one’s for the mini footy fans – a playground of fun and games centred around our beloved AFL. With AFL Max’s Mini Max offering, your little ones can try their hand (or foot) at AFL in 45-minute sessions. There’s also the Max Active Holiday Camp option, where you can book your child in for a 2 or 4-session program run over 2 weeks of the holidays. A 1-week camp (2 sessions total) includes fitness sessions, drills and education around nutrition, mindfulness and team bonding. General admission is also available in ‘quarters’ throughout the holidays, where you can book in for first quarter (9am to 10:30am every day) or final quarter (2:30pm to 4:30pm). For more information on tickets and packages, head to the website.  

3. Bumper fun

Neon lights, catchy tunes, a collection of pals and a few bowling balls – it’s the stuff school holiday dreams are made of. Thanks to Zone Bowling, RAA members can enjoy a free game when they purchase one game online. With alleys in Woodville, Westbourne Park and Noarlunga, you can pick a centre close to you. View more about the offer and purchase tickets online.  

4. Dolphin tours

Any Little Mermaid fans in your tribe? Adventure Kayaking offers family tours of the Dolphin Sanctuary at Port River. The 2-hour tour takes you through the peaceful waters of this hidden SA gem, just 30 minutes from the city. The playful river dolphins are the main attraction if you’re able to spot them, but you’ll also spy other marine and bird life. Visit the website for a special RAA member price.  

5. Jump around

There’s nothing quite like the fun of jumping on a trampoline. Thanks to Bounce, your little ones can bounce (safely) off the floor and walls too. During the school holidays, RAA members save on Awesome Foursome tickets – a ticket package for 4 people to jump together for a special price. Assemble your crew and head on over to let all that energy loose. Book online and save.  

6. To the theatre

A trip to the theatre is a great way to experience something different with the kids, and what better way to keep them on the edge of their seats than with a Windmill Theatre show? Grug is playing in a variety of locations around the state during the school holidays. The production based on the ever-popular book by Ted Prior is recommended for kids aged 2–6. It’s been playing for a decade around the world now, and continues to be a hit with little theatre-goers. Head online to see show times and book your tickets.