Summer Family Fun
Family-friendly activities, tours and events in Port Lincoln
Summer school holidays are the perfect time for families to slow down, explore the outdoors and create lasting memories in Port Lincoln. With long sunny days, safe swimming spots and a wide range of family-friendly experiences, there is plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Celebrate summer at Tunarama
Held each January on the Port Lincoln foreshore, Tunarama takes place from 16 to 18 January 2026 and is the region’s signature summer festival as well as a highlight of the school holidays. This much-loved, multi-day event celebrates Port Lincoln’s seafood heritage and coastal lifestyle, bringing the community together in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Families can enjoy free live entertainment, children’s activities, rides, markets and a wide range of food stalls, all set against the backdrop of Boston Bay. The famous tuna toss is a must-see, alongside beachside events and plenty of open space for kids to play.
Adding to the excitement, the historic tall ship One and All visits Port Lincoln during Tunarama, bringing extra summer fun to the harbour and foreshore. When open to the public, it offers a hands-on maritime experience that captures the imagination of kids and adults alike.
Get Outside and Explore
Port Lincoln’s beaches are ideal for families, with calm waters and plenty of space to play. The Port Lincoln foreshore offers shaded picnic areas, playgrounds and the popular swimming enclosure, making it easy to spend a full day by the water.
A short drive from town, Lincoln National Park is a perfect spot for a family adventure. September Beach is a favourite place to take the kids for a swim, with its sheltered bay and calm, clear water ideal for splashing and floating on warm summer days. The wide sandy shoreline is perfect for beach games, sandcastles and relaxed picnics by the sea. After a swim, families can enjoy short coastal walks, wildlife spotting and scenic lookouts, turning a beach visit into a full day of outdoor fun.
For families looking to add a little adventure, sandboarding at the Wanna Sand Dunes is a summer holiday favourite. Kids and teens will love racing down the soft sand slopes, and boards can be hired locally from Xtreme Kites & Paddle, making it easy to turn a beach day into an exciting outdoor experience.
Meet the Locals, Wild and Wonderful
Glen Forest Tourist Park is a holiday favourite, where children can get up close to kangaroos, emus and other native animals in a relaxed, natural setting.
Guided tours of Mikkira Station offer families the chance to see koalas living freely among the eucalypts, while also learning about the area’s history and conservation efforts. For an unforgettable end to the day, Sunset on the Sand Dunes with Tour South is a gentle adventure suitable for families with older children, combining coastal scenery, soft sand dunes and sweeping ocean views as the sun sets over the Eyre Peninsula.
Family-friendly tours on the water
Swimming with the Sea Lions is an unforgettable experience for families with older children. These guided tours operate in calm, protected waters and are led by experienced operators who prioritise safety and education.
A Seafood Bay cruise offers a relaxed way to explore Boston Bay while learning about Port Lincoln’s working harbour and aquaculture industries. Families can enjoy scenic views, spot wildlife and, on many cruises, sample fresh local seafood.
Oyster Farm Tours provide a fascinating look behind the scenes of one of the Eyre Peninsula’s most iconic industries. Families can learn how oysters are grown from ocean to plate while meeting the people who farm them.
Easy holiday wins
Local markets, pop-up events and school holiday activities run throughout summer, adding even more variety to your stay. The Port Lincoln Visitor Information Centre is the best place to find up-to-date information, book tours and get personalised suggestions for your family.
With warm summer days, coastal adventures, iconic events like Tunarama and easy outdoor fun, Port Lincoln makes summer school holidays relaxed, memorable and full of simple pleasures for the whole family.