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Free and Low Cost Things to Do with Kids in Summer

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With all the expenses from Christmas, and by now you probably have all the bills coming in, it's hard to keep the kids occupied for the rest of the holidays without it costing a fortune.

Try some of these activities below that are FREE or very cheap.

Heysen Trail Walk to the Fairy Garden, Bridgewater
This is perfect for the younger kids, start at the playground for a bit of fun and then hike to the fairy garden at Deanery Reserve. There are tunnels to explore, ducks to feed and then take a packed lunch for a picnic once you reach the fairy garden at Deanery Reserve.

Adelaide Family Photography Sessions

Do you need an updated family photo?

Photography for Parents Workshop - Bring the Kids

You and your family are invited to a Photography for Parents Workshop on Saturday 11th May 2019 at Rymill Park.

Cost:

FREE

Duration:

2km return, 2 hours return

Facilities:

Toilets and playground at Bridgewater

Where:

Old Bridgewater Mill, 386 Mount Barker Rd, Bridgewater

Free or low cost things to do with kids in Adelaide, mini golf, west beach

Cobbler Creek Mountain Bike Park
Have fun on your bikes in the open woodlands of Cobbler Creek. There's a whopping 17km of purpose-built trails that are perfect for beginner and intermediate riders, with a couple of sections that will give even the most experienced of riders a thrill.

Cost:

FREE

Facilities:

Picnic tables are located near the main entrance off Bridge Road, Salisbury

There are various park benches scattered around the park

The location of these facilities can be found by downloading the Park Maps Here

Car parking at the main entrance, corner of Bridge Rd and Smith Rd, Salisbury East

Where:

Boundary Track, Gulfview Heights

Opening Hours:

The park may be closed on days of declared Total Fire Ban for the Adelaide Metropolitan fire district

Gates are closed at Sunset

Moonlight Markets in Thorndon Park
These fun night markets feature over 120 craft and fashion stalls and showcases the Flavours of Campbelltown Food Trail. There's music, entertainment free craft activities and a large playground for the children.

Adelaide Family Photography Sessions

Do you need an updated family photo?

Photography for Parents Workshop - Bring the Kids

You and your family are invited to a Photography for Parents Workshop on Saturday 11th May 2019 at Rymill Park.

Cost:

FREE Entry

Where:

Corner of Gorge Rd & Hamilton Terrace, Paradise

Opening Hours:

East first Friday in February and March, from 6.00pm to 10.00pm

Foreshore fun at these Adelaide beach locations:
Adelaide have several foreshore playgrounds that have great slides, natural play space, water play, mini trampolines, climbing ropes/walls, water slides, merry go rounds and kiosks.

Glenelg Foreshore Playground
Cost:

FREE entry

Facilities:

Toilets

Seating

Car parking

Where:

Moseley Square, Glenelg

Semaphore Foreshore Playground
Cost:

FREE Entry

Seasonal carnival rides/waterslide costs vary

Facilities

Toilets

Car parking

Kiosk

Where:

Corner of Esplanade and Semaphore Rd, Semaphore

West Beach Mini Golf
Cost:
Mini Golf

Children (15 and under): $9.00

Adults: $11.00

Family Pass (2 Adults and 2 Children under 15): $38.00

Facilities:

Toilets

Kiosk

Where:

On the corner of Hamra Avenue and Military Road, West Beach

Opening Hours:

If weather is over 35 degrees they may not be open

Monday - 9.30am to 10pm
Tuesday - 9.30am to 6pm
Wednesday - 9.30am to 10pm
Thursday - 9.30am to 6pm
Friday - 9.30am to 10pm
Saturday - 9.30am to 10pm
Sunday - 9.30am to 6pm

You must start at least 45 minutes before close time other wise you may be refused entry