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Colourful Capers Face Painting And Pony Hire

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Colourful Capers Face Painting And Pony Hire has been putting smiles on kid’s faces since 1988! We come to you from as little as AUD60.00. First in the business, we have provided hundreds of pony rides and face painting to children of all ages (including parents) for more than 20 years.

Pony rides in the suburbs are something, which is out of the ordinary as ponies, and horses generally live on farms. If you'd like something extra, we can also supply balloon animals or do bubble tricks.

Whether it's for kids parties or social clubs, our main aim is to give children an experience they will always fondly remember. The smiles on the faces of the children as the pony arrives say it all.

Venues have included movie theatres, the Royal Show, expo, pageant, Down Syndrome Society of South Australia, Police Club, Crippled Children's Association and many schools, kindergartens, social and sporting clubs and private birthday parties.

Visit our website to see some colourful photos and a video clip of our pony 'Cody' performing with 'Fitzy'.

Attractions

  • Amusement and Theme Parks (1)
    1. Kart Mania Indoor Go-kart Racing Kart Mania offers a unique controlled environment with all the excitement and competitiveness of Formula One racing. Everything is supplied including genuine race karts, protective gear and a 320-metre track. Safe and fully supervised, Kart Mania can cater for kids right up to racing enthusiasts.
  • Dining and Eating Out (15)
    1. Adelaide Convention Centre The Adelaide Convention Centre provides international-class facilities, quality, efficiency and excellence, ranked twice amongst the world’s top 10, 300,000 people plus pass through its doors each year.
    2. Adelaide Festival Centre You’ll always find something to see and do at the Adelaide Festival Centre, whether it’s theatre, dance, music, opera, visual art, markets, children’s theatre, and much more. It is also home to three annual festivals – the Adelaide Cabaret Festival (June), OzAsia Festival (August/September) and Adelaide International Guitar Festival (November/December), which attract thousands of local, national and international visitors each year.
    3. Adelaide Showground Farmers Market Head to the Adelaide Showground Farmers Market for fresh, regional and seasonal produce. Its a vibrant place where farmers and producers sell their goods direct to you. You'll find freshly harvested fruit and vegetables and quality, locally made goods at affordable prices, demonstration kitchen with visiting chefs and activities for the children.
    4. Alma Hotel Enjoy the best of both worlds at the historic Alma Hotel. Built in 1856, the Alma Hotel at Willunga has all the character and charm of a by-gone era.
    5. Art Gallery Of South Australia The Art Gallery of South Australia is collection of Australian and international works of art, and holds one of Australia's finest art collections.
    6. Blake's and Shiki Restaurants Blake's Restaurant & Wine Bar and Shiki's are two fine dining options found within the Hyatt Regency Adelaide on the banks of the picturesque River Torrens.
    7. Bridgewater Inn Established in 1855, the Bridgewater Inn is one of South Australia's most historic pubs. With cosy open fires blazing in winter and the shady vine covered pergola by the creek in summer, the Bridgewater Inn is a venue for all seasons.
    8. Fino Fino's passionate and experienced team lead by David Swain and Sharon Romeo aim to maintain high levels of food with professional and welcoming service. Located in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula, we are fortunate to have the Willunga Farmers Market at our doorstep. David's expertise and finesse show craftsmanship by preparing produce with minimal intervention. It's all about the produce! Our wines are carefully chosen to compliment the local produce and delicate flavours and make for an interesting meal. Fino offers a unique dining experience where outstanding regional produce is sourced and carefully handled. Let us take you on a journey through five courses with our daily selection.
    9. GoodLife Modern Organic Pizza What would you call a restaurant where good friends, good food and good wine come together? Goodlife naturally.
    10. Gouger Street Gouger Street is Adelaide's key ‘eat street’, where cultural diversity is delicious.
    11. Greenaway Art Gallery Adelaide See contemporary Australian and international art, including painting, sculpture, photography and installation at Greenaway Art Gallery, a large converted warehouse. The director is also an Art Theorist and committed equally to art and education. The gallery can advise on commissions, valuations and collections.
    12. Higher Ground Incorporated Come and indulge in arts and culture, food and drink, day and night at Higher Ground, a multi-arts venue. Includes monthly visual art exhibitions, live music, comedy, theatre, cabaret and special events with an all day cafe and bar service.
    13. Hutt Street Hutt Street is one of Adelaide's leading 'eat streets' and located on the edge of the city centre.
    14. Jetty Road Jetty Road is the shopping and dining hub for beachside Glenelg, one of Adelaide's most popular beaches. It's a good excuse to mix shopping with a stroll on the sand.
    15. Marion Cultural Centre The Marion Cultural Centre has been internationally recognised and was one of 12 Australian buildings selected to feature in the Australian Pavilion at the 2006 Venice Architecture Biennale. It is only 15 minutes from the Central Business District. The Marion Cultural Centre comprises a theatre, meeting rooms, art gallery, café, foyer, plaza and the Marion Library.
  • Entertainment (4)
    1. Adelaide Aquatic Centre If you are looking for something for the kids, for a challenge, for fitness, or for the body, the Adelaide Aquatic Centre is the place for you! Set in Adelaide's beautiful Park Lands, and only minutes from the heart of the City, come and visit the Adelaide Aquatic Centre where it's summer all year round.
    2. City Sk8 Park The City Skate Park located on North Terrace adjacent to the Morphett Street Bridge is a street style skate facility at which skaters of all ages test their skills on features such as a funbox, steps and blocks, seat grind, transition run and flat ramp combinations. There is also a three- on- three basketball court.
    3. Ice Arena Adelaide's Ice Arena is a popular destination for families, young people and friends looking for some indoor adventure and fun.
    4. King William Road Adelaide’s premier shopping destination, King William Road at Hyde Park, is home to big name boutiques and smaller fashion houses offering everything from elegant classics to original, funky fashion.
  • Farming, Food and Produce (10)
    1. Adelaide Central Market The Adelaide Central Market buzzes with life and colour all year round and becomes a special place for plenty of regulars, who just wouldn’t shop anywhere else.
    2. Aldinga Bay Winery Established in 1979, Aldinga Bay Winery is situated on the Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia under the picturesque hills of Sellicks and two and a half kilometres from the beautiful sandy beaches of Aldinga Bay.
    3. Ambra Limoncello Limoncello is a traditional Italian lemon liqueur, which you can enjoy as an aperitif mixed with champagne or simply poured over a bed of crushed ice or mixed with tonic water.
    4. Ashton Hills Vineyard A very small winery in the European mould established in 1982. The fine elegant wines, plus bigger bodied wines made for the second label, Galah, are available for tasting at the friendly and bucolic cellar door where the winemaker is often in attendance.
    5. Blown Away Blown Away Cellar Door is located in the Sellicks foothills sub-region of the McLaren Vale wine region, on a north-facing, gentle slope, three kilometres from Aldinga Bay and Silver Sands Beach.
    6. Brickworks Markets And Leisure Complex Set in a sprawling six-hectare site of permanent markets and leisure activities, the Brickworks Markets is Adelaide's largest and premier markets situated just 10 minutes from the Adelaide central business district.
    7. Cocolat When you're in South Australia, make sure you get a sweet treat from Cocolat – specialists in the art of chocolate.
    8. Dominic Versace Wines Discover the history of Dominic Versace wines, our new release wines and dare to sample the true flavour of Italian wines.
    9. Gepps Cross Treasure Market The Gepps Cross Treasure Market is a great alternative to garage sales so bring your goods along and sell them at the Mainline Drive In, Gepps Cross.
    10. Haigh's Chocolates Visitors Centre At Haigh’s Chocolates Visitor Centre you can enjoy special chocolate tastings, see chocolates being made and discover the heritage behind Haigh's, Australia's oldest chocolate manufacturer, where chocolate is handmade.
  • Galleries, Museums and Collections (27)
    1. Aboriginal Art Gallery - Boomerang Art Boomerang Art offers the best in authentic Aboriginal art to clients all over the world.
    2. Adelaide Central Gallery Adelaide Central Gallery began in 1987 as an artist-run exhibition space and has evolved into one of Adelaide's most prominent contemporary non-profit galleries.
    3. Adelaide Gaol Historic Site and Museum Take a walk around the Adelaide Gaol and unlock a piece of South Australia's history. On a guided or self-guided tour you will see aspects of prison life as was in South Australia over a period of 147 years - between 1841 and 1988.
    4. Adelaide Oval Tours And Museum Adelaide Oval is widely regarded as the most picturesque test cricket ground in the world, with St Peter's Cathedral rising behind an elegant Edwardian scoreboard and Moreton Bay fig trees at the northern end.
    5. Anne and Gordon Samstag Museum of Art As South Australia’s newest Art Museum the Samstag Museum of Art aims to stimulate, challenge and engage its audiences with a program of diverse and innovative exhibitions, publications and associated public activities.
    6. Art Images Gallery Art Images Gallery is a contemporary art gallery showcasing the work of local and interstate emerging and established artists.
    7. Australian Museum Of Childhood See children's toys that date back as early as the 1890s at the Australian Museum of Childhood in Port Adelaide. Discover the fads and trends of children at play.
    8. Ayers House Museum Ayers House Museum illustrates Victorian domestic life as it was lived both upstairs and downstairs. It's a colonial mansion named after the nineteenth century state premier Sir Henry Ayers.
    9. Bay Discovery Centre Historic Glenelg Town Hall takes pride of place as the home of the Bay Discovery Centre, a social history museum interpreting the cultural heritage of Holdfast Bay.
    10. Better World Arts Better World Arts Gallery specialises in fine Aboriginal art and quality handicrafts. Our cross-cultural projects bring communities of artists and artisans together to produce quality handicrafts. Better World Arts is known for Aboriginal designed rugs, cushions and jewellery. Traditional Anagu people from the remote desert paint in the Better World Studios and their gorgeous fine art and sculptures convey stories of their rich and ancient culture.
    11. Bradman Collection Sir Donald Bradman was the greatest batsman in the history of cricket. The Bradman Collection brings together his priceless and personal collection of cricket memorabilia spanning from 1927 to 1977.
    12. Carrick Hill Carrick Hill is fortunate in being one of the few period homes in Australia to survive with its original contents almost completely intact and its grounds undiminished.
    13. Charles Sturt Museum The Grange now the Charles Sturt Museum was the home of Captain Charles Sturt and his family from when it was built in 1840 until they returned to England in 1853. Captain Sturt was one of Australia’s most famous explorers his River Murray expedition paved the way for settlement in South Australia.
    14. Classic Jets Fighter Museum The Classic Jets Fighter Museum houses a permanent collection of jet aircraft built between 1950 and 1980 flown by the Royal Australian Air Force and Royal Australian Navy.
    15. Dolls World Dolls World is the home of collector dolls and teddy bears featuring the best of European and United Kingdom artists. It is also the home of The Australian Teddy Bear Company, featuring Australian made bears, plus t-shirts and many other items. Suitable for teddy bear lovers and located just five minutes from the city, by car or bus.
    16. Enfield Heritage Museum The Enfield Heritage Museum is located within the two hectares of historic, tree studded Sunnybrae Farm. The museum extends over three of the farm's many buildings, the 1882 Machinery Shed, the 1883 Stables and the recently built Sunnybrae Farm Federation Pavilion. Town and country life in South Australia from the 1880's to more recent times is on display.
    17. Experimental Art Foundation Located at the Lion Arts Centre with other arts organisations, the Experimental Art Foundation incorporates a gallery with monthly changing exhibitions of contemporary visual art, and a specialist arts bookshop.
    18. Eye 2 Eye Fine Art Gallery The largest fine art photographic gallery in South Australia.
    19. Fabric of Life Fabric of Life offers hand made textiles that are finely crafted, distinctive and beautiful. Textiles are collected from around the world and represent some of the finest textile traditions still being practiced. We stock Aboriginal textiles from throughout Australia.
    20. Fort Glanville Come to one of Fort Glanville’s monthly open days and witness a fantastic live reenactment of military dress, drills and cannon firing by members of the Fort Glanville Historical Association.
    21. Gallery 82 on King William Gallery 82 is a two-sectioned art space on King William Road at Hyde Park, featuring regular exhibitions by a broad range of noted contemporary living artists from the local South Australian area and further afield. The rear section of the gallery displays a vast range of Australian colonial and traditional works for investment, from Australian master painters such as Hans Heysen, Norman Lindsay and Walter Withers. This is a selection seldom seen outside major state and national galleries.
    22. Handspinners and Weavers Guild of South Australia Incorporated The Handspinners and Weavers Guild of South Australia Incorporated was founded in 1963 by a group of interested persons to further share their crafts of hand spinning and weaving through creating and teaching, has instigated the Guild in continuing its aims and objectives. The Guild formed 'Little Glory Gallery' in 1982, to offer for sale the creations of its members to the public.
    23. Hill Smith Gallery Established in 1982, Hill Smith Gallery is an exhibition gallery, featuring works of Australian contemporary artists, both emerging and established.
    24. Hindmarsh Historical Fire And Folk Museum The Hindmarsh Historical Society Museum was one of the first Historical Societies in South Australia and its aim was to preserve memorabilia from the Hindmarsh area for future generations to see and enjoy.
    25. Jamfactory Contemporary Craft And Design JamFactory Contemporary Craft and Design is Australia's leading centre for the design, production, exhibition and sale of work by both established and emerging Australian craft designer/makers. JamFactory’s four on-site studios specialise in glass, ceramics, furniture and metal design, providing a unique experience for visitors to watch artists in action.
    26. Marra Dreaming Marra Dreaming is an Aboriginal Community organisation located in Salisbury, South Australia, and approximately 20 kilometres north of the Adelaide General Post Office. Marra Dreaming produces a wide range of contemporary Indigenous Australian art including: jewellery, hand-painted ceramic items both beautiful and useful, decorated eggs, traditional woven baskets and mats, silk scarves in a glorious rainbow of colours and children's resources, including jigsaw puzzles, which are works of art in themselves being reproductions of original dot paintings.
    27. Marshall Arts Marshall Arts at Hyde Park specialises in high quality Indigenous art by emerging and established artists. All works are sourced ethically from Community Based Art Centres located in South Australia, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and Queensland.
  • Historical Sites and Heritage Locations (13)
    1. Aboriginal Tjilbruke Trail, Monument And Kingston Park Coastal Reserve With its superb coastal views, Kingston Park is home to the John Dowie Rock Sculpture at the heritage Aboriginal Site. Take a trip there and learn the Dreamtime Story of Tjilbruke and how the Spring Site evolved.
    2. Adelaide Zoo Adelaide Zoo is home to more than 1800 animals and almost 300 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish exhibited in over 8 hectares of magnificent botanic surroundings.
    3. Adelaide's Underwater Heritage Trail Adelaide's Underwater Heritage Trail interprets four shipwrecks located in Gulf St Vincent - the Grecian, Zanoni, Star of Greece and Norma.
    4. Angove's St Agnes Cellars at Tea Tree Gully stands as a lasting monument to Dr WT Angove, founder of Angove's Winemakers and Distillers, established in 1886. The site is the home of Australia's number one, St Agnes Brandy.
    5. Beaumont House Beaumont House is owned by the National Trust of South Australia, it is a Heritage listed building, built by Adelaide's first Anglican Bishop, Bishop and Lady Short in 1847.
    6. Beit Shalom Synagogue The Progressive Jewish Congregation in South Australia was formed in 1963 and dedicated its site at Hackney in 1985.
    7. Bethlehem Lutheran Church Visit the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, built in 1871 and 1872 and now registered with the National Trust as a heritage building.
    8. Brighton Historic Walk Welcome to Brighton! The Brighton Historic Walk has been designed to give you an insight into the history and heritage of this special area. You will probably take about one to two hours, depending on whether you are a brisk walker or a leisurely stroller! There is an optional tour included, and we have even suggested a break time so you can enjoy all that Jetty Road has to offer. We hope you enjoy your walk. Brochures can be collected at 24 Jetty Road, Brighton so enjoy your self guided walk.
    9. Christ Church Welcome to the beautiful and historic Christ Church established in the mid nineteenth century on the ridge of Montefiore Hill overlooking the city of Adelaide.
    10. Ex-HMAS Hobart Originally one of Australia's great naval destroyers, the ex-HMAS Hobart is now Australia's most exciting war wreck.
    11. Flinders Street Baptist Church Flinders Street Baptist Church was built in 1861, other buildings followed by 1877, including a large hall, classrooms, manse and residence. The buildings are heritage listed and the church is open for tours, quiet reflection or personal prayer.
    12. Garden Island Ships' Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail The abandoned wrecks of the Garden Island Ships' Graveyard near Port Adelaide represent a collection of crafts that plied South Australian waters in an era when the maritime industry dominated transport, trade and employment.
    13. Jervois Basin Ships Graveyard Jervois Basin, in the upper reaches of the Port River, was a major ship-breaking site in Port Adelaide between the early 1900s and the late 1960s. Vessels salvaged here include large and small wooden and iron sailing ships, steamers and tugs.
  • Landmarks and Buildings (5)
    1. Adelaide Biplanes Based at Aldinga Airfield, Adelaide Biplanes is all about delivering some of the most awesome flying experiences it is possible to imagine.
    2. Adelaide Town Hall A landmark heritage building, the Adelaide Town Hall is steeped in history. Its magnificent architecture and elegant interiors give an in depth insight into the rich cultural heritage of South Australia. The Town Hall plays host to all kinds of events including elegant dinners and civic receptions, corporate or private functions, conferences and concerts. To experience the world-renowned acoustics of the Auditorium, visit our website to view our concert events calendar. Alternatively contact us to book a one-hour tour. Tours are limited and bookings are essential.
    3. Coast to Vines Rail Trail The Coast to Vines Trail is a great day or weekend destination on the Fleurieu Peninsula. From the coastal suburb of Marino to the rural beauty of the Willunga Township, the Rail Trail offers a scenic and easy ride along the former rail corridor. Take in spectacular vineyard vistas and changing landscapes as you make your way through the renowned McLaren Vale wine district. With historic towns such as Old Reynella and Willunga, there are plenty of good places to stay and eat.
    4. Glenelg Tram The Glenelg Tram takes you from the Adelaide city centre to one of South Australia's most popular seaside destinations, Glenelg.
    5. Light's Vision This lookout on Montefiore Hill was designed in 1938 to incorporate the life size bronze of Adelaide's founding father, Colonel William Light, who was responsible for fixing and surveying the site of the City of Adelaide in the summer of 1837.
  • Natural Attractions (5)
    1. Adelaide Himeji Garden The Adelaide Himeji Garden was built to symbolise the bonds of friendship between the City of Adelaide and the Himeji Region of Japan. It was opened on 3 April 1985.
    2. Belair National Park Only a 25-minute drive from Adelaide in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, South Australia's oldest park is a favourite with locals and a world away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
    3. Black Hill Conservation Park Black Hill Conservation Park is situated approximately 12 kilometres north-east of Adelaide in the foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges. The park rises distinctly from the Adelaide Plains, its densely vegetated contours standing boldly behind the north-eastern suburbs.
    4. Bonython Park The largest of the named city parks, some 17 hectares, Bonython Park attracts many thousands of visitors each year. The Park, situated between Port Road and the River Torrens hosts Australian and international circuses and other events like the Schutzenfest in January.
    5. Humbug Scrub Wildlife Sanctuary Humbug Scrub Wildlife Sanctuary is located approximately 50 kilometres from Adelaide. Situated in natural bush setting, the Sanctuary was established by Thomas Bellchambers in 1905.
  • Parks and Gardens (3)
    1. Adelaide Botanic Garden The Adelaide Botanic Garden is a garden oasis in the cosmopolitan heart of Adelaide city.
    2. Bicentennial Conservatory One of South Australia’s most visited attractions, the Adelaide Botanic Garden is home to the internationally acclaimed Bicentennial Conservatory.
    3. Elder Park Elder Park is located on the slopes of the south bank of the Torrens Lake, adjacent the Adelaide Festival Centre.
  • Shopping (6)
    1. Adelaide Arcade Adelaide Arcade is a beautiful shopping experience with an exciting atmosphere.
    2. Aspects of Healing Aspects of Healing offers a range of innovative, preventative health and wellness services that can help individuals and organisations facilitate more productive outcomes in their lives and workplace.
    3. Clipsal 500 HQ Clipsal 500 HQ - A Must for Visitors.
    4. Coopers General Store The Coopers General Store stocks a complete range of authentic Coopers clothing, merchandise and memorabilia. The store showcases the range of Coopers clothing from t-shirts, vests and jackets, through to caps, visors and beanies.
    5. Endota Spa Endota Spa Adelaide has a simple philosophy, to provide stand out service, in fresh, appealing surroundings and incredible, enticing treatments at reasonable prices.
    6. Harbour Town Adelaide Harbour Town is a brand direct outlet shopping centre, with more than 100 brand direct outlets selling quality top brands at prices permanently below regular retail prices.
  • Sports and Recreation Facilities (9)
    1. AAMI Stadium Tours Everything you ever wanted to know about the home of footy in South Australia is now available for everyone to enjoy at AAMI Stadium.
    2. Adelaide City Bikes Grab a bicycle to get around the Adelaide city centre, from the Adelaide City Bikes Scheme.
    3. Adelaide Shores Golf Park Adelaide Shores Golf Park has two 18-hole public courses. It is situated within the 135-hectare Adelaide Shores reserve at West Beach, which also includes two award-winning accommodation properties, a boat haven, sports grounds, a skate and BMX park, mini golf and a driving range.
    4. bikelfun Hire Enjoy a green, fun, family exercise on a bikelfun pedal car designed for adults and older children. Choose from a six seat Tourer with four pedals or a three seat Roadster with two pedals. You can hire bikelfuns at Rymilll Park, Adelaide in the East Parklands just east of Rundle Street. The Free 99C bus (Circle Bus) can drop you off at the corner of Rundle Street and East Terrace. The longer you hire a bikelfun the further you can go. Discounts apply for longer hires and each bikelfun includes a lock and bike helmets for the duration of hire.
    5. Captain Jolleys Paddle Boats In the heart of Adelaide, paddleboats are a must for the visitor or family outing. These boats are fast and easy to paddle and are a fun way to enjoy the River Torrens.
    6. Glanville Hall Par 3 Golf Course The Glanville Hall Par 3 Golf Course is situated a block away from the ocean and is the only par three course in the western suburbs of Adelaide, and one of the world leaders in short course golf evolution. The course is a member of both the Par 3 and Pitch and Putt communities and is one of the oldest par three courses in Australia.
    7. Glenelg Golf Course 18 holes, par 71, Australian course rating 73, 6,172 metres, licensed club, private golf course, professional Ron Wood.
    8. Indoor Skirmish - Paintball Sports Indoor Skirmish Paintball Sports is exactly what you have been waiting for, the ultimate adrenalin rush game. Your heart is pounding, the adrenalin is flowing like mad, your hands are sweating, the siren goes off and the music starts to pound. You run like crazy to the first barricade and stop, your heart is still pounding like crazy and you look around, suddenly you see someone moving toward you. You pop up and go to take a shot and thump, all you see through your mask is pink, you have been tagged. You are temporarily out. That's Australia's only Indoor Skirmish, the most exciting game. The urban battlefield is a setting of nightmares; a vast cavernous expanse filled with sandbag bunkers, 44-gallon drums and gutted car bodies.
    9. Kooyonga Golf Club Kooyonga Golf Club is an 18-hole course with Par 72 and has an Australian course rating of 73 with a length of 6,214 metres. The layout is testing but fair. An abundance of natural timber defines the narrow, undulating fairways culminating in well protected greens whose pace and subtle slopes require skill and demand respect. Peter Thomson, at the time of his win in the 1972 Australian Open Championship probably best described Kooyonga from the player's point of view when he said 'It needs to be played with the head as much as the hands'.
  • Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks (2)
    1. Amberainbow Pony Rides Amberainbow Pony Rides offer pony rides and or hire for children's birthday parties, social and sporting clubs, corporate and charity functions. We have been providing pony rides/hire for children 1988. We come to you! The smiles on the faces of the children as the pony arrives say it all. For some children, just putting their feet into the stirrup and getting onto a pony is even more fun than riding the pony itself! We don’t just bring along a plain ordinary pony either...we dress the pony up!
    2. Colourful Capers Face Painting And Pony Hire Colourful Capers Face Painting And Pony Hire has been putting smiles on kid’s faces since 1988! We come to you from as little as AUD60.00. First in the business, we have provided hundreds of pony rides and face painting to children of all ages (including parents) for more than 20 years.

Events

  • Exhibitions and Shows (21)
    1. Adelaide Boat Show 2009 The 2009 Adelaide Boat Show offers something for everyone.
    2. Adelaide Festival of Ideas The Adelaide Festival of Ideas aims to be an 'over the horizon' radar for public discussion. The object is to discern the ideas that will shape the coming decades, not just the coming months. It's an inspiring event that captures the imagination.
    3. Adelaide Fringe The largest Fringe Festival in the southern hemisphere, the Adelaide Fringe offers a huge twist of quirky fun and frivolity – including the legendary opening night party, the Adelaide International Buskers Festival and the Fringe Family Weekend.
    4. Australian International Three Day Event 2009 The Australian International Three Day Event (AI3DE) is Australia’s pinnacle equestrian event, showcasing Australasia’s best riders and equine athletes, as well as Adelaide’s beautiful parks and gardens, easy living lifestyle and Rundle Street precinct.
    5. Carols at the Academy 2009 The South Australia Police will be hosting its 20th Carols at the Academy and invites you to attend this year's event to be held on Friday 4 December 2009, at the South Australia Police Academy, Strathfield Terrace, Taperoo. Entry is free with gates opening at 6pm.
    6. Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow 2009 The famous Coonawarra wineries under the banner of the Coonawarra Vignerons Association, pack their bags to showcase their wares at this very popular and celebrated event. Due to high demand, Canberra has been added to the roster of capital cities throughout the nation. With over 100 wines to enjoy from individual Coonawarra wineries, you will have the opportunity to taste the wines and meet the winemakers and owners behind these famous Coonawarra brands.
    7. Credit Union Christmas Pageant Every year, thousands of people line a 3.3 kilometre route in Adelaide's city centre to welcome the colour and excitement of the Credit Union Christmas Pageant - the traditional herald to the festive season.
    8. Dig In, Don’t Wait - A history of meals Find out what South Australians have been dishing up over the last 150 years in the latest exhibition at the Unley Museum. Dig In, Don’t Wait is all about what, when and how we eat. A delicious looking display full of stories, objects and hands-on fun. Marvel at the cardboard lunch boxes, discover lunch was once called ‘noonings’ or add your memories to our response boards. Dig In, Don’t Wait is full of hands-on fun for kids. They can put together the giant cow jigsaw to find out where meat cuts come from, brush up on their manners by playing the snakes and ladders etiquette game or make a model of their favourite dinner.
    9. MBA Building And Home Improvement Show 2009 South Australia’s Biggest Renovation and Building Show is on again at the Adelaide Showground. Now in its seventh year, this event has grown to become Adelaide’s largest showcase of renovation and building products, over 300 companies exhibited in 2008.
    10. National Tree Day 2009 Grab your shovels, its tree planting time. National Tree Day is an opportunity for all Australians to take a positive and active role in helping protect our environment. By planting native trees and shrubs, we can help to combat climate change, provide food and shelter for our wildlife and beautify our surrounding.
    11. OzAsia Festival The OzAsia Festival offers you an eclectic mix of dance, music, theatre, visual art, food and free events, involving a wide variety of Australian and Asian artists.
    12. Royal Adelaide Show 2009 Don't miss The Royal Adelaide Show, the 'people's event' that truly offers something for everyone.
    13. Save the Children 'Thing of the Past' Exhibition Save the Children invites you to an exhibition. It contains modern day items from around the world representing practices and issues we’d like to ‘Make a Thing of the Past’. The ‘Thing of the Past’ exhibition is a national awareness campaign that is travelling around Australia, to feature in every metropolitan city in the months ahead, highlighting the issues facing children here and overseas. The exhibition will be held at Adelaide Railway station and will be open 7am until 8pm between Friday 17 and Sunday 26 July. It is a free event and staff will be present at the exhibition to answer any questions.
    14. Semaphore Community Monthly Market The Semaphore Community Monthly Markets are held on the first Sunday of every month.
    15. Semaphore Music Festival 2009 The Semaphore Music Festival is on again during the Labour Day Long Weekend 2009.
    16. South Australian Living Artists Festival 2009 The South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival is an annual celebration of South Australian visual artists.
    17. St Peters Antique Fair The St Peters Antique Fair will be held at the St Peters Town Hall, as part of the City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters Nine by Nine Cultural and Heritage Festival.
    18. Tasting Australia Tasting Australia is the nation's premier food, wine and beer festival.
    19. UCI BMX World Championships Get right up close to the action at the UCI BMX World Championships - the first major BMX Championships after BMX's debut at the 2008 Olympics.
    20. WOMADelaide Dance and rejoice at WOMADelaide, an exhilirating and colourful international music festival.
    21. World Solar Challenge The World Solar Challenge is race of solar cars across the Australian continent.
  • Festivals and Celebrations (6)
    1. Adelaide Bank Festival Of Arts The Adelaide Festival of Arts is one of the world's great arts festivals.
    2. Classic Adelaide Rally Classic Adelaide is renowned as one of the world’s best open-road motoring events, with a field of some 300 cars.
    3. Commemoration of The Navigator Memorial The Commemoration of The Navigator Memorial brilliantly captures the tragic sinking of the vessel Admella off the South Australian coast 150 years ago. The Navigator is being moved from St Vincent Street to Timpson Street and Queens Wharf in time for this event.
    4. Feast - Adelaide's Lesbian And Gay Festival Feast Festival is the most anticipated lesbian and gay event in Adelaide. It is one of the three major queer festivals in Australia.
    5. The Port Festival 2009 The Port Festival is a great way to discover Port Adelaide, South Australia's maritime heartland. You'll experience our evocative seafaring history, vibrant arts scene, succulent seafood, river recreation and the world's only inner-city dolphins, to name but a few.
    6. Tour Down Under The Tour Down Under cycling race in Adelaide attracts some of the biggest names in world cycling.
  • Performances (7)
    1. Australian String Quartet Provenance Tour The Australian String Quartet travels the musical globe in its third national tour, with repertoire from Spain, Russia and the Czech Republic; music deeply rooted in the soil of the composers' native lands.
    2. Mnemonic conceived by Simon Mcburney and devised by Complicite Who do you think you are?
    3. Peter Combe in Concert 'Kiddy Winks' Peter Combe returns to Adelaide with two tremendous all ages concerts. Peter will perform some of his favourite hits "Newspaper Mama" and "Wash Your Face in Orange Juice" along with new tracks from his latest album "Kiddy Winks".
    4. The Hypochondriac Brink Productions’ The Hypochondriac By Molière
    5. The Memory of Water Families are funny things - Especially when they’re not your own.
    6. The Wizard of Oz The Wizard of Oz in 21st Century Technicolor.
    7. Traces They have stunned audiences across the world, now Australian audiences will have an opportunity to experience Montreal’s the 7 Fingers (les 7 doigts de la main) and its thrilling Traces, when the company tours across Australia for the first time. Combining traditional circus forms with theatre, contemporary dance and urban sports, Traces strips away the hi-gloss, high production values of the world’s most famous circuses to bring performance back to its raw physicality.
  • Sporting Events (3)
    1. Australian International Pedal Prix Round Two 2009 The 2009 Australian HPV Super Series is staged by the Australian International Pedal Prix Inc (AIPP) and is a competition where teams test human powered vehicles (HPV) that - predominantly - they have designed and constructed. An HPV is mechanically similar to a bicycle with the driver sitting in a ‘recumbent’ position and using pedals to forward propel the machine.
    2. Australian Lacrosse Carnival The fastest sport on two feet at its fastest! The inaugural Australian Lacrosse Association, Australian Lacrosse Carnival, featuring the Australian Men’s Championship, the Australian under 19 Men’s Championship, and the Australian under 17 Boy’s Tournament. Teams from South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia, and guest teams from USA, Japan and New Zealand battle it out. Senior and Under 19 games played on artificial turf, Under 17 games on grass.
    3. Paspaley Polo in the City Paspaley Polo in the City is national a series intended to grow polo as a professional sport in Australia, introduce polo to a broader spectrum of the community and to generally promote polo to the greater benefit of its participants and the equine industry associated with it.

Tours

  • Full Day (30)
    1. A&D Tours & Charters A&D Tours & Charters specialise in small group half and full day tours to the Adelaide Hills, Southern Coastal districts, Adelaide beaches and surrounding areas, Yorke Peninsula holidays, winery tours, shopping tours, Christmas lights and nights out on the town tours. We are an accredited operator with the passenger transport board, an accredited tourism business under the national tourism accreditation program and a member of the Bus and Coach Association of South Australia.
    2. Air South Regional The easiest and most exciting way to see Kangaroo Island is to fly/fly with Air South Regional. You’ll take off at 9am from our own terminal (General Aviation) at Adelaide Airport. The flight down the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula takes you to Kingscote, where your coach will be waiting. You’ll then tour all the island’s highlights, including a walk among the sea-lions at Seal Bay, a two-course lunch, and then down to the world renowned Flinders Chase National Park, taking in Admiral’s Arch and Remarkable Rocks. Your return flight will arrive back at Adelaide Airport by 7.10pm. We look forward to having you on board.
    3. Art Scout Boutique Art Tours Tucked away in the corners of Adelaide's art world are some highly successful artists and exciting galleries that the casual visitor could easily miss. With a little inside knowledge though you can make some surprising discoveries. Art Scout offers intimate small group tours to help you discover what’s happening in the Adelaide art scene. You will see contemporary art from emerging and established artists in some great galleries and even meet artists in their own studios. We stop for morning tea in an 'arty' cafe and have a relaxing lunch in a typical Adelaide pub or restaurant.
    4. Auburn Tours Auburn Tours operate flexible tours of the Barossa Valley in either a unique vintage automobile or a luxury four-wheel drive vehicle. Tours are available using a combination of both vehicles. The lengths of tour and or itineraries are tailored to your wishes with a knowledgeable local guide. Adelaide accommodation/airport transfers welcome.
    5. Barossa Butcher, Baker, Winemaker Trail Card Travel along the Barossa Butcher, Baker, Winemaker Trail to discover fabulously intimate experiences, time-proven practices, mouth-watering flavours and textures. Celebrate and learn of the Barossa's distinctive culinary tradition - one that can be traced back to the early European settlers - and the wines that have put the Barossa on the world map.
    6. Barossa Epicurean Tours Barossa Epicurean Tours, as the name aptly suggests, offers nothing but the best of the Barossa's hospitality and charm with affordable and flexible tours moving through the Barossa Valley and surrounding districts such as the Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley. All tours are personally tailored to suit individual needs with both shared and sole use of vehicle options available. Discover the famous wineries and special places of interest, with friendly experienced local guides, in the luxury of late model passenger vehicles. Visit well know estates and small family boutique wineries whilst enjoying internationally acclaimed award winning wines and regional food.
    7. Barossa Experience Tours Barossa Experience tours are based in the Barossa Valley and operate personal small group tours and private tours of the Barossa with local driver/guides. Experience the wines, food and heritage of the Barossa in the comfort and luxury of modern, air conditioned six seat vehicles. Transfers from Adelaide also available.
    8. Barossa Getaway Tours Let Jan from Barossa Getaway Tours take you to a range of boutique wineries for those special reds and whites or choose your own itinerary. Jan is a local tour operator born and bred in Tanunda, so she knows the Barossa Valley well. Restaurant and airport to Adelaide transfers can also be arranged.
    9. Barossa Valley Tours Barossa bases - Barossa Valley Tours operate personalised full day small group or private tours for two to 12 people, highlighting its origins, culture and vineyards and other attractions with winery visits and tasting premium wines. Visits to/from Barossa, Adelaide, Adelaide Hills, Murraylands and Clare Valley available. We travel in comfort of air-conditioned, latest model Mercedes Vito or Toyota Hiace people movers.
    10. Barossa Vintage Tours One of South Australia's premium tour operators, Barossa Vintage Tours, specialise in chauffeured full and half day tours to the Barossa and other wine regions in air conditioned, late model vehicles. Airport and restaurant transfers and accommodation packages available. Why drink and drive - be chauffeured by a local - see the Barossa in the comfort of a spacious Kia Carnival. Tours tailored to your wishes.
    11. Beyond The Barriers Your tour guide is Kevin Harrison a retired jockey with over 460 wins both in Australia and internationally and a trainer of thoroughbreds with over 150 wins. Kevin hails from the Harrison dynasty of horse racing in Victoria which controls around 100 racehorses on their private training complex " Havelock Park ".
    12. Buses R Us Buses R Us sightseeing is a South Australian family owned bus/coach company based in Adelaide, with over 19 years experience within the industry. General Manager Geoff Grantham, offers a safe and reliable service both local and interstate. A large fleet of clean comfortable buses and coaches are available to suit the needs of any group requirements such as corporate, convention, delegates, special interest, schools, colleges, senior citizens.
    13. Cellar Door Pass Uncork South Australia with your Cellar Door Pass offering one complimentary bottle of wine from up to six different wineries, plus special offers of premium and private wine tastings, winery tours and more. Discover boutique and iconic cellar doors from over 50 wineries. Includes and audio CD companion and directory.
    14. Cheese & Wine Trails For a small price, two adults can enjoy a Cheese and Wine Trail. Choose from over 10 trails in South Australia’s spectacular wine country. Included in your Cheese and Wine Trail is a four- course progressive picnic and an AUD20.00 bottle of wine. At each new destination along your chosen trail, you’ll enjoy locally prepared produce. So take the hassle out of preparing a gourmet picnic and choose a Cheese and Wine Trails Pass for the best wine and cheese experience in South Australia.
    15. Des's Minibus Tours And Charters Des's Mini Bus Tours and Charters is a family owned, all South Australian company offering value added, courteous, friendly and professional mini bus tours and general charter. Enjoy a day tour to the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, McLaren Vale, Victor Harbor and Monarto Zoo travelling in luxury, air conditioned buses, seating 10 to 24 passengers with friendly professional drivers. Covered luggage trailers provided. Charter and airport transfers are available.
    16. Enjoy Adelaide Enjoy Adelaide offer a fantastic range of half and full day tours with outstanding value for money. So join them and have some fun along the way. Tours include Enjoy South Australia in half a day including Adelaide city tour, Mount Lofty and Hahndorf. Enjoy an afternoon in the Barossa including visit to three wineries. Enjoy the Lower Murray River see the Murray Mouth, Strathalbyn, Victor Harbor and McLaren Vale. Enjoy the Barossa day tour with lunch and visits to four wineries. Enjoy Sunday Markets including visit to four of Adelaide's best markets.
    17. Glenelg Fishing Charter Offering quality fishing charters in and around the waters of Adelaide, Glenelg Fishing Charters run fantastic fishing trips for experienced or inexperienced fisherpersons, recreational, sporting and corporate groups. The Glenelg Fishing Charters friendly and professional approach and 30 years of experience will ensure you the best possible day on board their 31-foot charter vessel. The vessel Opal 4 is powered by twin 200 horsepower engines and cruises up to 28 knots.
    18. Great Sights Great Sights is an energetic and expanding day tour operator in the South Pacific region providing great value and unique experiences to popular destinations for the independent traveller. Great Sights operates half and full day tours highlighting Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Fleurieu Peninsula and the River Murray.
    19. Hills Explorer Join Hills Explorer for a day tour of the Adelaide Hills, the Southern Vales, Barossa or Clare Valley highlighting the local history and heritage of the region. Enjoy a personalised small group tour in the comfort of a seven seater Toyota Tarago. Tour commentary is available in German if required.
    20. In Vogue Limousines In Vogue Limousines can design a personalised half or fully day limousine tour just for you. Discover Adelaide, the picturesque Adelaide Hills, historic Hahndorf the coastal town of Victor Harbor and the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills and Clare Valley winery regions of South Australia. An optional visit to Cleland Wildlife Park can be included in some tour itineraries. Weddings, functions, special occasions and restaurant/airport transfers are also available.
    21. Integrity Tours And Charter Integrity Tours and Charter operate small group, day and half day tours of the Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula. Highlights include Cleland Wildlife Park; wine tasting in the McLaren Vale wine region; penguins at Victor Harbor; Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills and spectacular views of Adelaide from the Mount Lofty Summit.
    22. Lawrie Charters Come and enjoy a relaxing day on the water fishing for table fish like King George Whiting and Snapper. Fish with safety on board the 'Protector', an eight point two metre Shark Cat power boat. All rods, bait, tackle and refreshments supplied. Just bring a packed lunch, hat and sunscreen. Families and groups of five to ten people.
    23. Life Is A Cabernet Tours Join Life is a Cabernet for a personalised tour to either the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale or Clare Valley wine regions of South Australia. Combining sightseeing, shopping, wine tastings, morning tea, gourmet lunch and celebrity hosting for a door to door experience which is unparalleled.
    24. McLaren Vale Motorcycle Tours Experience the McLaren Vale wine region on the back of a classic Harley Davidson motorcycle with McLaren Vale Motorcycle Tours. Tour the Fleurieu Peninsula, cruise the coast, enjoy a winery tour or take an adventure through the Adelaide Hills. Alternatively, let us plan a tour for you. Why not have a Harley Davidson motorcycle escort your wedding limousines. The choice is yours. All riding gear is supplied. McLaren Vale Motorcycle Tours and motorcycles are all fully accredited.
    25. McLaren Vale Tours Let McLaren Vale Tours collect you from your accommodation and convey you in comfort through a relaxing personalised day, paced as you want it. No deadlines, no hassles, no worries. The whole of the Fleurieu Peninsula is yours to choose from. Visit wineries, historic townships, taste olives, dine on great cuisine, capture wonderful vistas, walk beautiful beaches and view local art and craft. Experience a little of our lifestyle.
    26. McLeods Country Tours Experience the countryside and towns featured in Australia's popular television drama, and now being enjoyed around the world 'McLeods Daughters'. Drive past Drover's Run (sorry we cannot go in). Visit key locations such as Gungellan Truck Stop. Explore McLeod's Country back roads. Have lunch at the Gungellan Hotel and afternoon tea in a country town.
    27. Ocean Living Surf School Ocean Living Surf School gives you the opportunity to experience and learn surfing at some of South Australia's best and safest southern surf beaches. Ocean Living’s professional instructors will teach you to surf so you can experience the fun and exhilaration of surfing and all it has to offer. A single session or a full day surfing experience can be arranged for you.
    28. Prime Mini Tours Prime Mini Tours is a wholly South Australian family owned and operated company that was formed in 1995 to cater for people who wanted to travel to South Australia's magnificent regions including the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and the Murray River. Travel in air conditioned mini buses with driver/guide and full commentary. Pick up and return from selected hotel/motels is available. Most tours include lunch.
    29. R & M Transit Tours R & M Transit Tours provide 13 or 21 passenger coaches for winery tours, sightseeing and charter trips. Enjoy six hours touring the delightful McLaren Vale, Barossa or Clare Valley wine regions. All tours are tailor made for you with wine tasting at many wineries of your choice as well as visits to other local areas of interest. Your itinerary or a tailor made one.
    30. Rich & Lingering Rich & Lingering provide bespoke food and wine tours to gratify the senses.
  • Half Day (9)
    1. Adelaide Art Tours Adelaide is a city that prides itself on its artistic, theatrical and culinary sophistication and Adelaide Art Tours is proud to be able to introduce visiting art lovers to local galleries and artists.
    2. Adelaide Central Market Tour Take a sensory and interactive gourmet walking tour with local food expert, Mark Gleeson, through the Adelaide Central Market.
    3. Adelaide Gondola Welcome to Adelaide Gondola… a unique Venetian experience you can enjoy on the River Torrens in the heart of beautiful Adelaide.
    4. Adventure Kayaking SA Adventure Kayaking SA is based in Adelaide, South Australia. Come on one of our sea kayaking adventures and have a personal encounter with dolphins and search for ship wrecks in the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary just 15 minutes from the Adelaide central business district. Tours are conducted in one, two or three person kayaks, which are easy to paddle, stable and very comfortable. There is also plenty of space to bring a small bag of snacks and a drink to keep you fueled up throughout your adventure. A camera is also recommended and we can provide a waterproof case to keep it dry.
    5. Penfolds Magill Estate Winery Penfolds Magill Estate Winery is located in the Adelaide foothills, and only 15 minutes from the Adelaide city centre, is the home of Penfolds Wines. We invite you to join us on a daily discovery tour into history, tradition, philosophy and labels of Australia's most famous wine.
    6. Pete N Peppa Why not experience some of South Australia's finest produce prepared for you by our resident chef, Peter Milosevic. He will tempt you with some amazing flavours in his unique interactive kitchen which is housed in one of Adelaide's best kitchenware and home wares store, where you can try merchandise before you buy.
    7. Port Princess Dolphin Cruises Port Princess Dolphin Cruises operate scenic and lunch cruises of the Port River aboard their new vessel MV Port Princess. Relax in comfort as the Port Princess cruises the historic waters of the Port River in Adelaide South Australia. View dolphins, the submarine base, the old quarantine station, Torrens Island Power Station, pelicans and mangroves. The Captain gives a full commentary as we cruise in calm waters. Hot food and drinks available on all cruises.
    8. SA Jet Ski Tours SA Jet Ski Tours operate in and around South Australia's beautiful waterways.
    9. SA Skydiving Join SA Skydiving and enjoy the ultimate thrill of skydiving - it will be one of the greatest experiences of your life!

Visitor Information

  • Visitor Information Centres (4)
    1. Adelaide Visitor Information Centre The Adelaide Visitor Information Centre is located in the heart of Adelaide's shopping precinct offering assistance to local, interstate and overseas visitors.
    2. Glenelg Visitor Information Centre The Glenelg Visitor Information Centre is located on the foreshore overlooking the beach and jetty just metres from where the historic Glenelg tram stops. A booking service for tours, accommodation and car hire is available to visitors who come into our Information Centre. We help with all enquiries to do with the Glenelg area and we have Internet access for a small fee. The Dolphins Cafe, which shares the same premises, is fully licensed and caters for breakfast, light meals, tea and coffee.
    3. Port Adelaide Visitor Information Centre The Port Adelaide Visitor Information Centre is located in an 1860 heritage-listed building namely the 'Black, Diamond Centre' which originally housed the Customs, Courts, Police Station and Jail Cells. It has been restored to its original stone condition.
    4. South Australian Visitor & Travel Centre The South Australian Visitor & Travel Centre is located in the centre of the city with easy access by public transport. A taxi rank is located at the door of the Centre. Information is available on all regions of South Australia together with expert consultants who can assist with booking accommodation, tours, transport and any advice on what to do while visiting Adelaide and South Australia.
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