Top Free Things to do in Adelaide - September 2015
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In the dying days of August there is still a short time left to get your fill of visual arts at a SALA Festival free event, and where better than
in the Botanic Gardens ? Alternatively the National Trust of SA is hosting
Bad Girls: Into the Light at the iconic Z Ward of Glenside Hospital for two days only.
Of course visual arts are not to everyone's taste. Other free things to do include the
Warradale Army Barracks Open Day with family entertainment,
go camping free with Dad on Father's Day, or take him to
celebrate the day in style at the National Railway Museum (not free).
Also in August (29-30) the
Open Gardens displays in Adelaide will give you some great ideas for just $8 entry.
There are plenty of markets and other fun things to do for all ages coming up in September - read on for more.
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Spring is a beautiful time to escape the city even if you can't leave your technology behind. How about a free
Facebook workshop in Coromandel Valley on September 4? This
scenic walking trail is nearby and worth a look after your workshop. Or take a drive to the Fleurieu Peninsula and wander the
Willunga Spring Fair over the weekend. There's bound to be some awesome local food and wine on offer too.
I will definitely be going to the
Tennyson Dunes Open Day on the 13th to take one of a range of six guided walking tours with experts. Register to guarantee a tour place at this free event.
Shopaholics are in for a treat in September with a
50 cent book sale (12/9),
Once Upon a Market returns on the 13th,
Uraidla Producers Market on the 20th,
Strathalbyn Markets on the 20th, and the
Stirling Laneways Market on the 27th. The
Round She Goes Market is on the 29th but will cost you a couple of dollars entry.
The Deep Creek Conservation Park's
Free Family Fun Day on the 20th will be great fun for kids, and the
Moon Lantern Festival (27/9) is one of my favourite Adelaide attractions with plenty of free family entertainment.
The
Bay to Birdwood Classic car rally is another free event with loads of things to see and do. This year you get two chances to join in the fun, with the Bay to Birdwood Classic on Rundle Street (13/9) followed by the main Bay to Birdwood Classic event two weeks later.
Are cars not your thing? Harness the power of your dreams with
a free workshop on 26-7
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Probably the best loved of Adelaide attractions is
The Royal Show from September 4-13. It's the best fun for kids period, but this spectacular family entertainment doesn't come cheap. Here's a few ideas on
how to save money at the Adelaide Show so that you get the best bang for your buck.
Do your plans often come unstuck? Perhaps joining this
Prophet School (5/9) might give you an extra edge? If not then pamper yourself at this
Barossa Wellbeing Festival (12-13/9) although you may need to find your food and wine elsewhere.
For more physical activity try
sailing on the One & All (6/9), celebrate
Mexico's Independence Day (12/9), or take a
bloody long walk for charity (13/9),
Later you can unwind at a
Suzuki Music Concert or admire
vintage fire equipment at
Carrick Hill - both on the 20th.
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Our readers are always more interested in food and wine than fun things to do during winter. Luckily we have reviews of
Red Cacao Cafe and
Pollen 185 Cafe from new writer Benjum. Also newly reviewed are the
Albion Hotel ,
Nu Thai and
Naya Bar .
Spring is a lovely time to visit
Nairne in the Adelaide Hills , and Steve takes us on a tour of the Nairne
Mural and Historic Walk with a wonderful image of the pig run to
Chapmans Smallgoods .
While you're in the area take the
Oakbank Heritage Walk too. It's just a pity that Pike's Brewery is no longer around to offer refreshments along the way, but Steve recommends sampling Johnston's Cordials from the cellar door.
The stories of other
Adelaide attractions that have been lost makes a good read. It's surprising how many places like Dazzleland and the Lakeside Leisure Park have been lost over time.
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