Help me find... what's open over the 2026 Easter Long Weekend
Not sure what's open over the Easter Long Weekend? We've done the digging for you. Hop, skip, and jump your way into the city with Experience Adelaide’s guide to the best things to do across the City and North Adelaide in 2026. Whether you’re in the mood for shopping, family-friendly fun, or adrenaline-fuelled adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Shop your heart out
Rundle Mall & The Arcades
Rundle Mall and the Arcades* are open from Easter Saturday to Easter Monday this long weekend (closed Good Friday only). Enjoy the festivities in the mall with activities across the weekend, top up your Easter egg stash or start the celebrations a little early.
*Check with individual stores for confirmed opening hours.
Adelaide Central Market
Pick up all your favourite Easter treats at the Adelaide Central Market, with delicious hot cross buns, fresh seafood and produce, chocolate and more available. Plus, enjoy free kids' activities, live music and a gift with purchase.
Enjoy extended trading until 7:00pm on Thursday 2 April and 3:00pm on Saturday 4 April. Closed Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Get the Family out of the House
Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Soak up nature over the Easter Long Weekend at Adelaide Botanic Gardens. Stroll through the lush landscape or set up for an outdoor picnic under the trees and enjoy the urban oasis.
Himeji Gardens
Unwind at the Japanese Himeji Garden, wander through the curated gardens and soak up the autumn sun.
Art Gallery of South Australia
Spend the evening at The Art Gallery of South Australia 'First Friday' tour of Yield Strength, featuring live performance, atmospheric sounds in the courtyard, and an Easter themed 'Salvation' tour of AGSA's collection.
Can't get down on Friday? The Art Gallery of South Australia is open every day from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm this Easter Long Weekend.
Adelaide Zoo
Open all Easter Long Weekend, including public holidays, bring the whole family to Adelaide Zoo for a celebration of Australia’s very own native ‘Easter Bunny’—the adorable yet endangered Greater Bilby!
With bilby keeper talks, a giant Easter Egg Trail, Melba’s chocolate giveaways*, creative colouring activities and the chance to score some great prizes! Come along to discover more about this incredible species and the conservation work helping protect it.
*Easter Sunday only, while stocks last.
Adelaide Oval
Catch a game of footy this Easter Long Weekend at Adelaide Oval and see the Adelaide vs Fremantle in round four of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. Or treat yourself and your loved one to a VIP Footy Experience at the Oval Hotel.
Have an Adrenaline Fueled Experience
Urban Climb
Climb to your hearts content, open all long weekend from 8am to 8pm for ages 5+, no matter what your skill level or experience is.
Tru Ninja
Visit Adelaide's Largest Ninja obstacle arena in the heart of the city, packed with high-energy challenges and immersive adventure for all ages, open all weekend bookings recommended.
Looking for more? Visit out What's On page to find out what else is happening.