Festival of Football
RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTRY GELATO WITH EVERY DONATION
'Kick it Forward' Football Boot Drive
Donate a pair of new or gently used Football Boots to our 'Kick It Forward' Community Boot Drive and receive a complimentary Benni's of Barossa single scoop Gelati.
In conjunction with Tanunda Football Club, the football boots will be donated to SANFL APY League competition in Central Australia, keeping the hopes and dreams of young footballers alive.
With more than 30 flavours the Benni's of Barossa Gelato, hand crafted at Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, is not to be missed.
COMPLIMENTRY GELATO WITH EVERY BOOT PURCHASE
Chocolate Football Boots
The perfect gift or take-home momento. Purchase a Chocolate Footy Boot for $21.75, in milk or dark chocolate and receive a complimentary single scoop Benni's of Barossa Gelati, hand crafted at the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company. With more than 30 delicious gelato flavours this is not to be missed. Available April 9-12, 2026
WIN A SKILLS TRAINING STATION
Nexus Edge AFL Football Training Station
Play to WIN your own Nexus Edge AFL Football Training Station
Join us on the Vineyard Lawns and let the Nexus Edge Team take you through the Nexus Edge AFL Football Training Station . Open from 10 am - 2pm on Thurs 9 and Fr 10 April 2026.
Rin the skills course test your speed and practice marking, jumping, and coordination in a safe, exciting environment. They will get to build their confidence while testing their skills.
When you visit the Nexus Edge Training Station be sure to complete an official entry form to go into the draw to win a Nexus Edge Training Station, plus an $80 Family Feast Lunch at Benni’s of Barossa Café.
Terms and Conditions:
Limit of one competition entry per person when you participate in the Nexus Edge Training Station between the 9-10 April, 2026. The winner will be drawn and contacted directly by BVCC on Monday April 13th, 2026.
LUNCH IN THIS STUNNING SETTING
Family Feast and Mega Sundae
Enjoy casual dining in this relaxed setting.
Gather your friends or family for a 90-minute sitting. Choose from an early or late lunch sitting with our Family Feast or indulge in a delicious Mega Sundae featuring 12 of our finest hand-made gelati flavours.
Our Family Feast includes a bowls of delicious wings, a pizza, garden salad and our famous hot chips all for $80.00
the ultimate family destination
Fun for all
We have lots in store over Gather Rounnd, Easter and the school holidays. Less than an hour from Adelaide and open from 10 am – 5pm every day. Pop in for a visit or stay for the day.
- Make Your Own Chocolate Making Experiences
- Chocolate & Gelati Pairing Experience
- Freckle Files and Code Cracker Activities for the kids
- Easter Bunny Visits and Easter Chocolatier Workshops
Bookings are required for experiences, workshops, movies, cafe, deck and kids clubs. See below for more information.
Year Round Experiences
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Gelati or Sorbet and Chocolate Pairing
BOOK NOW$18.00 PP
Perfect for the kids and adults. Our Chocolatiers have matched our White, Ruby and Milk chocolates with three house-made Sorbet and Gelati.
This is the perfect experience for the kids if the adults want to experience one of the grown-up pairings! You can all be seated together and enjoy the moment!
Please allow 20-30 minutes. Pairing available on the hour, each hour until 4 pm.
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Lakeside Code Cracker
FREEThe Barossa Valley Chocolate Company offers a free Lakeside Code Cracker activity, allowing children to find clues and crack the code around the property.
- What: A free, interactive activity where children can search for clues and solve a code puzzle.
- Where: Around the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company property.
- When: Available whenever the facility is open.
- How to access: Simply visit the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company and ask for the code cracker activity at the cafe counter.
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Table Tennis
FREE
Challenge the kids (or each other!) to a match of table tennis. It’s a fun way to add a little friendly competition to your day out.The table tennis courts are available for use weekends, public holidays and school holidays.
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The Freckle Files
BOOK NOW
$10.00 PP
Play The Freckle Files: The Mysterious Case of the Missing Chocolates!
Grab your case file and help us crack the case — who’s been sneaking our chocolate?Calling all junior detectives! There’s been a chocolate heist, and we need your help to solve it. Join Stefan, Gracie and
everyone’s favourite Koala concierge, Benni, to follow the clues, decode the
secrets and catch the chocolate thief!This fun indoor adventure is perfect for curious kids with a taste for mystery (and chocolate, of course!). Work through your Top Secret Case File, uncover hidden hints throughout the Chocolate Company, and put your best detective skills to the test.
Ready to crack the case? Pop on your detective hat and get ready to sniff out the truth. Grab your case file and help us crack the case — who’s been sneaking our chocolate?
Cost: $10 per detective — includes the Case File and Vanilla Spy Cream Scoop with a Freckle on Top.
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Paint and Sip
Slow down and get creative with our Paint & Sip activity kits. Whether you’re young or simply young at heart, this mindful experience is a relaxing way to enjoy a coffee, milkshake or a glass of wine while letting your creativity flow.So, grab your favourite drink and a paint kit and let your creativity flow.
Walk-ins welcome, kits available to purchase at Benni's of Barossa cafe.
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Vineyard and Lakeside Lawns
FREE
There is an abundant amount of outdoor space for children to run and play.
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Build Your Own Desserts
SEE MENU
See our menu of build your own desserts such as our lolly boxes, sundaes and waffles.
Useful Links
If you're planning your first trip to our Tanunda factory for Easter, here are some useful links to help plan your trip: