Don't Miss Out! The Top 6 Adelaide Halloween Kids Activities

Is there any greater joy than watching your children run around in a costume they adore? Halloween in Adelaide has grown into a wonderful family event. 

Forget the fear factor; these local gems focus on fun, creativity, and collecting a seriously great haul of lollies!

We’ve found a mix of late-afternoon trails, lively discos, and daytime activities to fit every family's schedule and scare-tolerance level. Get those costumes ready!

This is the big one! Adelaide Zoo transforms into a beautifully spooky wonderland for one special night. It’s a safe, contained, and incredibly fun environment for all ages.

Dress the whole family in your most bewitching costumes and explore the zoo after dark. Follow the trick-or-treat trail, collecting goodies from friendly treat stations while enjoying spooky decorations and live entertainment. It’s a bucket-list Adelaide Halloween experience that supports a great cause.

Why You’ll Love It

You get the joy of trick-or-treating without navigating busy streets. The atmosphere is electric, the decorations are fantastic for photos, and there’s a Relaxed Boo at the Zoo session for families who prefer a lower-sensory environment.

• Street Address: Frome Rd, Adelaide SA 5000

• Dates: Friday 31 October 2025 (4:00pm - 8:00pm)

• Ticket Information: Tickets are required and sell out fast. Members and non-members have different pricing. Cub (Age 0-3) tickets are free but must be reserved. Look for the relaxed session tickets (3:00pm - 4:00pm) for lower-sensory needs.

• Family Tips: Book your tickets the moment they are released! Take an earlier session for younger kids. Bring your own water bottles and check out the performances on the Central Lawns.

Looking for a free, fun activity that lasts longer than just one night? This is a great daytime option for your younger children.

For two weeks leading up to Halloween, shop windows along O'Connell Street become home to hidden creatures. Grab a postcard, follow the footpath stickers for clues, count the creatures, and you could win a prize! The hunt culminates in a " Spooky Saturday" event in the North Adelaide Village with more free crafts and games.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s a budget friendly way to keep the kids entertained. It combines a lovely family stroll with a scavenger hunt, helping with observation and counting skills. The follow-up Saturday event is a bonus of free, low-key fun.

• Street Address: 67 O’Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006

• Dates: Friday 17 October – Sunday 2 November 2025 (Creature Hunt) and Saturday 1 November 2025 (Spooky Saturday 10am-3pm)

• Ticket Information: Free Activity (Creature Hunt & Spooky Saturday)

• Family Tips: Pair the creature hunt with lunch at one of the many kid friendly cafes on O'Connell Street. Spooky Saturday is ideal for the 3-8 age group.

Perfect for the budding little chef or crafter! This party offers a hands-on, indoor experience away from the evening chill.

Join the fun at Ngutungka West Lakes Library for a hands-on, treat-decorating extravaganza. Kids get to be little chefs, crafting spooky sweets, making monster masks, and finishing the night with a children-friendly Monster Disco.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s a party atmosphere where the clean-up is handled for you! The focus is on creativity, safe hands-on fun, and a chance for older children (8+) to be a bit more independent while parents enjoy some time out with Persian tea.

• Street Address: 9 Charles Street, West Lakes, SA 5021

• Dates: Saturday, October 25, 2025 (5:45pm - 9:30pm)

• Ticket Information: Tickets are required and must be Pre Booked via Eventbrite. All children including under 2 need a ticket.

• Family Tips: This event is a little earlier in the season, perfect for getting a head start on the spooky fun! The library setting is accessible and Pram Friendly.

A cosy, energetic studio party designed for the younger crowd that is likely to sell out.

A vibrant Halloween party packed with crafts, dancing, and themed treats like "slimey" milkshakes and gruesome snacks. It’s an ultimate celebration designed for ages 2 to 8, with a guarantee of a treat bag for every child.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s a guaranteed good time for toddlers and preschoolers. The small-studio vibe is less overwhelming than a huge venue, and parents get a chance to relax with a coffee from the studio bar.

• Street Address: 96 Tapleys Hill Rd, Royal Park, SA 5014

• Dates: Thursday 30 October and Friday 31 October 2025 (4:30pm onwards)

• Ticket Information: Tickets required and Pre Booked via Eventbrite. Expect to pay around $28 per child. Parents must be present at all times.

• Family Tips: Go all out on the costume! The smaller age range means your little one won't be competing with big kids for space.

Step into history for a slightly spooky, low-fear adventure that’s perfect for the whole family on Halloween night!

Beaumont House, a beautiful National Trust property, opens its grounds and gardens for a special children’s trail. Dress up and wander the spooky paths, dodging friendly zombies, deadly pirates, and passing a fun haunted graveyard. The trail culminates with a visit to the witch's den, where every child receives a treat bag! It's a wonderful, safe alternative to street trick-or-treating.

Why You’ll Love It 

It’s a unique, historical setting that feels contained and secure. The event is intentionally mild on the 'fear factor' and the $5 per child entry includes a complimentary lolly bag, offering excellent value for a Halloween night out.

• Street Address: 631 Glynburn Road, Beaumont, SA 5066

• Dates: Friday, October 31, 2025 (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)

• Ticket Information: $5 per child (includes lolly bag). Adults (accompanying children) are free. Tickets may be required for pre-booking.

• Family Tips: Take a photo in front of the stunning house before it gets dark! There is food and drink available on-site for purchase to make it an easy dinner-time activity.

Keep the kids safe, warm, and hyper-active at this dedicated indoor play centre event in Adelaide's northern suburbs! Little Rockets Munno Para turns into a haunted playground for one night only. The Monster Mash-Up Bash is packed with spooky games, an eerie-silly scavenger hunt, and a ghost train ride through a haunted zone. It’s a high-energy, safe Halloween environment perfect for burning off all that excess sugar.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s an affordable indoor activity on a Friday night, giving you great value for three hours of themed fun. The promise of prizes for every child in costume and a lolly bag makes this an easy win for the kids.

• Street Address: 10 Unity Way, Munno Para, SA 5115

• Dates: Friday, October 31, 2025 (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)

• Ticket Information: Approx. $16 per child. Adults and babies under 1 are free. Pre-booking is essential.

• Family Tips: Remember your socks! The event is ideal for kids aged 1-12. If you live nearby, this is the perfect, contained, high-fun local option.