Exciting and diverse activities for kids and teens across Playford venues during the July 2026 school holidays.
Sunday 5 July 2026
to Saturday 18 July 2026
Shop 7/26 Hamblynn Rd, Elizabeth Downs SA 5113, Australia
Free - $10
Discover a fantastic range of activities designed to keep your children entertained, engaged, and learning throughout the winter school holidays in the City of Playford. Whether your child loves sports, creativity, technology, or cultural experiences, there’s something for every interest and age group.
Enjoy a vibrant program packed with hands-on workshops, interactive performances, sports clinics, and creative sessions. Kids can explore DJing, STEM experiments, art projects, cultural celebrations, and more. The events are thoughtfully tailored to different age groups, ensuring a fun and safe environment for all.
Highlights include Learn to DJ with DJ Hob G, Weird Science Pepper's Ghost Workshop, PlayFit Winter Hoops basketball sessions, creative journaling, and a Dinosaur Show with live puppet dinosaurs. Many events are free or low cost, with some requiring bookings. Activities run from early July through mid to late July 2026 across multiple venues such as Northern Sound System, The Grid, John McVeity Centre, Elizabeth Rise Community Centre, Civic Centre Library, The Precinct, Stretton Centre Library, and UNI HUB Playford.
Events take place at accessible community hubs around Playford including Elizabeth, Smithfield Plains, Elizabeth Downs, and Munno Para. Venues like the Civic Centre Library and The Grid are centrally located with parking and public transport options. Contact details and booking links are provided for each activity to ensure easy access and planning.
Most activities require advance booking through Playford wellbeing hub eventbrite or Playford Library Service Eventbrite. Age ranges vary per event, so please check details carefully to find the best fit for your child. Costs range from free to $10, making it an affordable way to keep kids active and inspired during the holidays.
Bookings are essential for many workshops and can be made online via provided links or by calling venue phone numbers. Costs are mostly free or low cost, with some premium workshops like the Linocut Fabric Printing Workshop charging $10. Drop-in sessions are available for some activities such as the Youth Market and Game On @ The GRID. Plan ahead to secure spots and enjoy a memorable school holiday experience.
