Bring the magic of stories to life at Dreamworld this August 2026 for a special Book Week celebration. Local Brisbane families can enjoy free entry for kids under 13 in costume, $50 family tickets, a costume competition with Cooee the Gumnut Fairy, face painting, character meet-and-greets, and storytime crafts.
Book Week celebrations at Dreamworld
The official 2026 Book Week theme is Symphony of Stories, celebrating the stories that spark imagination, creativity and connection, and Dreamworld is inviting families to bring the fun beyond the page for a special day out.
Kids under 13 who attend in a Book Week costume receive free entry, with accompanying family members able to join the adventure for just $50 each, with tickets available for purchase at the front gate. Already dressed up for school? Bring the costume along to Dreamworld and let it shine all over again.
Kids can showcase their favourite storybook characters in the Costume Competition on the Main Street Stage at 1:30pm. Hosted by Cooee the Gumnut Fairy, the competition celebrates the creativity, imagination and effort that make Book Week so special, with Dreamworld gift packs up for grabs for the winners.
Keep an eye out for Kenny and Belinda too, as they bring beloved book characters to life in a range of story-inspired costumes. They’ll be popping up throughout the park for magical photo opportunities and plenty of Book Week fun across the weekend.
For a little extra magic, kids can transform into their favourite character with face painting on Main Street, the perfect finishing touch for a fairytale hero, magical creature, or storybook adventurer look.
Families can also enjoy Storytime and craft activities at Tiger Island, combining captivating tales with hands-on creative fun.
Plan your visit
When: Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th August 2026
Where: Dreamworld, Gold Coast
More information here
