The SA school holidays dates for 2025
Believe it or not, planning the school holidays doesn't always have to be a last-minute scramble. With 2025 school dates in front of you, you can plan ahead and actually enjoy the breaks.
From packing for the next holiday to squeezing in a bit of downtime, we’ve got all the South Australia school holidays and term dates you need to make the year run semi-smoothly.
SA school holidays 2025
| Event | Dates |
| First day of school | Tuesday, 28 January 2025 |
| Term 1 holidays | Saturday, 12 April – Sunday, 27 April 2025 |
| Term 2 holidays | Saturday, 5 July – Sunday, 20 July 2025 |
| Term 3 holidays | Saturday, 27 September – Sunday, 12 October 2025 |
| Term 4 holidays | Saturday, 14 December 2025 – Monday, 26 January 2026 |
SA public holidays 2025
| Holiday | Date |
| New Year’s Day | Wednesday, 1 January 2025 |
| Australia Day | Monday, 27 January 2025 |
| Adelaide Cup Day | Monday, 10 March 2025 |
| Good Friday | Friday, 18 April 2025 |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday, 19 April 2025 |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, 20 April 2025 |
| Easter Monday | Monday, 21 April 2025 |
| Anzac Day | Friday, 25 April 2025 |
| King’s Birthday | Monday, 9 June 2025 |
| Labour Day | Monday, 6 October 2025 |
| Christmas Day | Thursday, 25 December 2025 |
| Boxing Day | Friday, 26 December 2025 |
| New Year’s Eve | Wednesday, 31 December 2025 (7 pm to midnight) |
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SA school holidays 2026: A sneak peek
| Event | Dates |
| First day of school | Tuesday, 27 January 2026 |
| Term 1 holidays | Saturday, 11 April – Sunday, 19 April 2026 |
| Term 2 holidays | Saturday, 4 July – Sunday, 19 July 2026 |
| Term 3 holidays | Saturday, 26 September – Sunday, 11 October 2026 |
| Term 4 holidays | Saturday, 12 December 2026 – Monday, 26 January 2027 |
SA public holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date |
| New Year’s Day | Thursday, 1 January 2026 |
| Australia Day | Monday, 26 January 2026 |
| Adelaide Cup Day | Monday, 9 March 2026 |
| Good Friday | Friday, 3 April 2026 |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday, 4 April 2026 |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, 5 April 2026 |
| Easter Monday | Monday, 6 April 2026 |
| Anzac Day | Saturday, 25 April 2026 |
| King’s Birthday | Monday, 8 June 2026 |
| Labour Day | Monday, 5 October 2026 |
| Christmas Day | Friday, 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day | Saturday, 26 December 2026 |
| New Year’s Eve | Thursday, 31 December 2026 (7 pm to midnight) |
Best family-friendly activities in SA during school holidays
Visit the Adelaide Zoo
A staple for Adelaide families, the Adelaide Zoo is home to over 2,500 animals and is one of the only places in the Southern Hemisphere where you can see giant pandas.
Wang Wang and Fu Ni are crowd favourites, but there’s also a rainforest aviary, kids’ nature playground, and interactive keeper talks throughout the day. It’s an easy, walkable zoo set in the heart of the city, which is perfect for younger kids and strollers.
Pack a picnic or grab lunch at the café and enjoy a full day of animal adventures.
Explore Kangaroo Island
Just a short flight or ferry ride from the mainland, Kangaroo Island feels like a world away. It’s brimming with rugged coastlines, native wildlife, and peaceful beaches.
Families can visit the Seal Bay Conservation Park to walk among Australian sea lions, go sandboarding at Little Sahara, or spot koalas snoozing in the trees. With plenty of cabins, cottages, and family-friendly stays, it’s ideal for a long weekend getaway.
Go to the South Australian Museum
If the weather takes a turn or you’re looking for something educational (but still fun), the South Australian Museum is a winner.
Entry is free, and there’s something for every age group, including towering dinosaur skeletons, ancient Egyptian mummies, and one of the largest collections of Aboriginal cultural material in the world.
There are plenty of hands-on exhibits and family-friendly discovery zones that let kids get stuck in without the usual ‘don’t touch’ warnings.
Hit the beaches
South Australia’s coastline delivers big time when it comes to classic family beach days. Glenelg is the go-to for its buzzing jetty, playgrounds, and easy access to shops and ice cream, while Semaphore has a more chilled vibe with plenty of space for cricket matches and sandy feet.
Brighton Beach is great for a sunset picnic or a cheeky evening dip. Many of these spots have calm, shallow waters ideal for younger swimmers, and you can cap off the day with fish and chips straight from the paper.
Adelaide Hills Adventure
Less than an hour’s drive from the city, the Adelaide Hills is a lush escape full of nature walks, local produce, and hidden gems. Families can take a bushwalk to the Mount Lofty summit or spend a few hours wandering the beautiful Mount Lofty Botanic Garden.
Kids will love the Big Rocking Horse in Gumeracha (and the adjoining wildlife park), while parents can sneak in a visit to a local winery or café. Autumn is especially stunning here, with golden leaves and cosy vibes all round.
Ride the roller coasters at the Adelaide Showground
If your kids are thrill-seekers, the Adelaide Showground often plays host to pop-up events, fairs, and carnivals during school holidays.
From classic show rides and dodgem cars to fairy floss and side-show alley games, it’s a hit for tweens and teens. Keep an eye on what’s scheduled (like the Royal Adelaide Show or seasonal carnivals) and plan a visit when the excitement is in full swing.
Wrapping it up
Now that you have the school holiday dates, the fun can begin. Bookmark some vacay spots, rally the friend groups, and prepare to enjoy the best of school holidays in South Australia.
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