Children’s Shows 2026

One of the best ways to entertain and educate young children is through live performance, and there are some brilliant children’s shows suitable for families of all ages hitting the stages in Brisbane in 2026. From music performances and big-scale musicals to shows featuring much-loved characters, families are truly spoilt for choice this year!

It is always a good idea to plan ahead and book early for any shows you think you might like, with most bookings opening months in advance. To help with your planning, below is a list of children’s shows on this year in Brisbane, including ticket pricing and links to book.

We’ve also included detailed information on the most popular venues for live performances for families in Brisbane, making note of important details such as transport and parking options and accessibility for all visitors.

This list will be updated as more shows come to hand, so please check back regularly for new additions.

QPAC Shows 2026

Brisbane Theatre Venues for Kids

Brisbane Powerhouse

Address: 119 Lamington Street, New Farm

Parking & Public Transport: Limited free on-site parking in New Farm Park, or paid carpark at Brisbane Powerhouse. New Farm Park Ferry Terminal for ferry or CityCat (440m walk) and bus stops on Brunswick Street (480m walk) and Merthyr Road (700m walk).

Accessibility: Paid carpark includes 5 designated accessible parking spaces with lift access from carpark level to the Powerhouse Plaza (assistance available upon request). All levels of the Brisbane Powerhouse are accessible by lift. Wheelchair-accessible toilets also available on all levels.

Website: Brisbane Powerhouse

The Fortitude Music Hall

Address: 312 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

Parking & Public Transport: Nearby paid carparks at Secure Parking’s Chinatown Carpark or McWhirter’s Carpark (pre-booking recommended). Fortitude Valley Station for trains (200m walk) and numerous bus stops on Brunswick and Wickham Streets.

Accessibility: Paid parking with designated accessible spaces at Secure Parking’s McWhirter’s Carpark (150m away) with lift access to all levels and no steps (pre-booking recommended). Wheelchair access from street level to The Fortitude Music Hall. Accessible, gender neutral toilets on both levels. Quiet spaces and assistive listening system available upon request.

Website: The Fortitude Music Hall

Judith Wright Arts Centre

Address: 420 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

Parking & Public Transport: Nearby paid carparks at Secure Parking’s 4 Berwick Street Carpark, Chinatown Carpark or McWhirter’s Carpark (pre-booking recommended). Fortitude Valley Station for trains (500m walk) and a bus stop directly outside on Brunswick Street.

Accessibility: Limited accessible parking spaces available on-site (must be pre-arranged directly with the centre). Wheelchair access from street level to all levels of the Judith Wright Arts Centre. Accessible toilets located on both levels.

Website: The Judith Wright Art Centre

Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

Address: 270 Jacaranda Avenue, Kingston

Parking & Public Transport: Limited free on-site parking. Kingston Station for trains (250m walk) and multiple buses stopping at same location.

Accessibility: All internal areas accessible, with a lift accessing level 1. Within the Butterbox Theatre, the best option for those wanting seating with no steps are rows AA to DD (4 seating areas with companion seating also available). Accessible toilets located on all levels. Quiet spaces and assistive listening system available upon request.

Website: Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

La Boite Theatre

Address: 6 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove

Parking & Public Transport: Paid parking at QUT Q Block carpark (300m walk) (booking ahead recommended). Nearest train station is Roma Street Station, with buses servicing station to Kelvin Grove routes. Nearest bus stop is stop #12 on Kelvin Grove Road, a 200m walk away.

Accessibility: A level access drop-off point is located next to the theatre on Gona Parade. Accessible paid parking spaces available in the QUT open air carpark across the road from the theatre. A raised platform at the top of the Roundhouse Theatre is accessible for wheelchair users, with all other fixed seating options being accessible by stairs (book accessible seating to avoid stairs). Accessible toilets located on level 1. The Roundhouse Theatre is equipped with a Hearing Loop for patrons sitting in designated seats for patrons who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing.

Website: La Boite Theatre

Logan Entertainment Centre

Address: 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central

Parking & Public Transport: Free on-site carpark. Nearest train station is Woodridge Station, with several buses servicing the area stopping just a short walk to the LEC.

Accessibility: Accessible parking spaces available in on-site carparks. Accessible toilet facilities lcated on ground level.

Website: Logan Entertainment Centre

Metro Arts

Address: 97 Boundary Street, West End

Parking & Public Transport: Paid parking at West Village Carpark on-site. Multiple buses servicing nearby bus stops, just a short walk to Metro Arts. Nearest train station is South Brisbane Station (450m walk).

Accessibility: Accessible (paid) parking at West Village Carpark. Ground level or elevator access to all spaces. Accessible toilet facilities.

Website: Metro Arts

QPAC (Queensland Performing Arts Centre)

Address: Corner Melbourne Street and Grey Street, South Brisbane

Parking & Public Transport: Paid carparking available at Performing Arts Parking (P1 – closest carpark), Queensland Art Gallery/Queensland Museum (P2), or State Library/GOMA (P3). South Brisbane Station is located directly accross the road for trains, with multiple buses servicing the Cultural Centre Bus Station from all areas of Brisbane.

Accessibility: Paid accessible parking at all Cultural Centre Carparks (noted above). Accessible seating available (must be booked in advance). Wheelchair-accessible seating available in all theatres at QPAC. Access varies, so contact the venue for assistance. Accessible toilets located at: Lyric Theatre and Concert Hall on Mezzanine, Lower Minstrel, and Levels 2 and 4, Playhouse on Levels G, 2 and 3, Cremorne Theatre on Level 3, and Glasshouse Theatre on Levels 2, 4 and 5. Assistive listening systems available throughout.

Website: QPAC

QUT Gardens Theatre

Address: QUT, 2 George Street, Brisbane

Parking & Public Transport: Limited paid parking in the carpark on the QUT Gardens Point Campus, with several paid parking options in surrounding area (including Wilson and Secure carparks). CityCat servicing QUT Gardens Point CityCat Terminal on campus. Free City Loop bus stopping at nearby City Botanic Gardens, with multiple major bus routes stopping in nearby CBD area.

Accessibility: Limited accessible car parks in on-site carpark. Designated accessible seating in theatre (book ahead). Accessible toilets at theatre.

Website: QUT Gardens Theatre

Redcliffe Entertainment Centre

Address: Downs Street, Redcliffe

Parking & Public Transport: Free parking available at rear of building. Multiple nearby bus stops. For trains, Kippa Ring Station is the closest station, with buses servicing the route from the station to the REC.

Accessibility: Limited accessible parking avavilable at the front entrance to the centre. Ramp access to the theatre (no lifts). Designated accessbile seating at the venue available at entrance level. Accessible toilets available.

Website: Redcliffe Entertainment Centre

Redland Performing Arts Centre

Address: 2-16 Middle Street, Cleveland

Parking & Public Transport: Limited on site parking in carpark. The nearest train station is Cleveland Station (200m walk) for trains. Nearby bus stops located on Old Cleveland/Finucane Roads.

Accessibility: There are two accessible parking spaces in the carpark at the rear of the Concert Hall. A curb-side drop-off point is located to the right as you enter the carpark. Accessible seating is available in the theatre, with lift access. Accessible toilets located in the Concert Hall foyer and in the Auditorium/Events Hall foyer. The Induction Loop Hearing Assistance System is available for all performances in The Concert Hall.

Website: Redland Performing Arts Centre

Sunnybank Performing Arts Theatre

Address: 470 McCullough St, Sunnybank

Parking & Public Transport: Free underground parking on-site. The closest train stations are Altandi Station or Sunnybank Station, both serviced by buses to get you closer to SPAC. Multiple buses stop on nearby Mains Road.

Accessibility: On-site carpark has lift access to theatre. Lift access to all areas. Accesiibile toilets are availble. A hearing loop is installed for all patrons.

Website: SunPac