Forget the usual tourist traps! This weekend (Jan 31/Feb 1) Adelaide has some genuinely cool, local pop-ups happening. Don't miss climbing all over the heavy machinery at the Touch-a-Truck festival or catching the community vibes at the Cyprus Festival!
Quick Picks
A Taste of Unley Road – Free Family Fun Day
Unley Road
Wander local shops while the kids enjoy free activities!
LEGO Club at City Library
Adelaide CBD
A perfect, quiet indoor backup plan for focused play.
Summer Festival – Touch-a-Truck
Adelaide
Hands-on climbing and exploring massive machinery for ages 3-14.
· January 31
1SUMMER FESTIVAL – TOUCH-A-TRUCKFREE : Get ready to climb aboard and explore some massive machinery! This is a hands-on festival where kids can check out all sorts of trucks and vehicles up close. Bring the family for a big morning of noisy fun.Kids absolutely love this hands-on chance to touch and climb real trucks—it's way better than just looking from the street!
· February 1
3A TASTE OF UNLEY ROAD – FREE FAMILY FUN DAYFREE : A chill, free family day along Unley Road where local shops will host fun activities for the little ones. It's a great way to wander, grab a treat, and keep the kids entertained on a Sunday.It’s a completely free neighbourhood event where you can support local shops while keeping everyone happy!
LEGO CLUB AT CITY LIBRARYFREE : If you need an indoor backup plan, the City Library often runs LEGO drop-in sessions. It's perfect for quiet, focused play that kids love.The library is always a winner, and structured drop-in LEGO sessions are the perfect low-stress indoor activity for a Sunday afternoon.
CYPRUS FESTIVALFREE : This is the next date for the Cyprus Festival, which usually has community fun, food, and activities for all ages. Pop by to check out the next scheduled day.Experience a vibrant community festival with great food and activities that you might not stumble upon otherwise!
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Adelaide this weekend?
This weekend (Jan 31 - Feb 1) you can enjoy the free Touch-a-Truck Festival on Saturday morning, the A Taste of Unley Road Fun Day on Sunday, and the Cyprus Festival on Sunday.
Where can my 10-year-old do something hands-on indoors?
The LEGO Club at the City Library (Adelaide CBD) on Sunday is a great option for focused, hands-on play for kids aged 3-14.
Are there any cultural community festivals happening on Sunday?
Yes! Check out the Cyprus Festival happening this Sunday, February 1st, offering community fun and activities for all ages.