Kids and Family Events in Brisbane | What’s on in South East Queensland

 

Find the best family-friendly events happening across Brisbane and South East Queensland. From free community events and school holiday activities to festivals, markets and live shows — updated regularly so you never miss a thing.

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Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends

Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa

Queensland Museum Kurilpa Grey St & Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends If your kids are obsessed with crocodiles, Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa is a must-do. Walk alongside one of […]

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Galleries and Museums

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums

Various Moreton Bay Galleries and Museums Qld

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums Explore intergenerational activities and immersive experiences that will ignite your imagination. Imaginariums are perfect for all ages. They offer hands-on fun and learning through creative […]

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition 2025

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition

QAGOMA Stanley Place, South Bank

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition Families are invited to explore The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture, a fascinating exhibition at QAGOMA that […]

child running through riverbed at QAGOMA Brisbane

Olafur Eliasson: Presence, Riverbed at QAGOMA

QAGOMA Stanley Place, South Bank

Brisbane families might remember this extraordinary piece of artwork and we are so excited to say that ‘Olafur Eliasson: Presence is returning to QAGOMA! Experience Olafur Eliasson’s Riverbed at GOMA, […]

kids playing with light projector

IAG Kids: LightPlay at Ipswich Art Gallery

Ipswich Art Gallery d'Arcy Doyle Place (between Brisbane and Limestone Streets), Ipswich

Ipswich Art Gallery is glowing with creativity this school term, with IAG Kids: LightPlay inviting little ones into a dazzling world where light becomes an element of discovery, imagination, and […]

The Premier's Reading Challenge

The Premier’s Reading Challenge

Online Online, Online

The Premier's Reading Challenge 2026 The Premier's Reading Challenge champions reading with the goal of encouraging young Queenslanders to read for pleasure and learning, to improve literacy and give them […]

Hills Festival 2026

Hills Festival 2026

Various Venues in the Hills District Qld

The Hills Festival returns to the Hills District this May 2026, offering a month of exciting community events and family activities across Brisbane northern suburbs. From live performances to the […]

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Beachfest - Caloundra

Beachfest – Caloundra

Caloundra Downtown Bulcock Street, Caloundra

Beachfest - Caloundra Beachfest is a popular annual celebration of classic cars, rock ’n’ roll and coastal community spirit, held in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. The multi-day festival brings […]

Scenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026

Scenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026

Scenic Rim Multiple Venues, Scenic Rim

Explore the region’s best paddock-to-plate experiences during Scenic Rim Eat Local Month throughout June 2026. Just an hour from Brisbane, families can enjoy over 45 events including farm tours, animal […]

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards at Redcliffe Museum

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards at Redcliffe Museum

Redcliffe Museum 75 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards at Redcliffe Museum Enjoy a light-hearted visit to Redcliffe Museum with The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition. Showcasing some of nature’s funniest and most unexpected […]

Monster Machinery Day

Monster Machinery Day

Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade, Southport

Take your little builders to Broadwater Parklands for the return of Monster Machinery Day this May 2026. This free event lets families explore life-sized diggers, trucks, and emergency vehicles across […]

Free
Ottaba Llamas Farm Days

Ottaba Llamas Farm Day

Ottaba Llamas Farm Days
Ottaba Llamas 6410 Brisbane Valley Hwy, Ottaba

Experience a unique family day out at the Ottaba Llamas Farm Day near Esk this May 2026. This weekend event invites Brisbane families and kids to meet friendly llamas, explore […]

Navy Open Day 2026

Navy Open Day 2026

Port of Brisbane 12 Bishop Drive, Port of Brisbane

Celebrate Navy 125 at the Navy Open Day this May 2026 at the Port of Brisbane. This free, family-friendly event invites Brisbane kids and parents to explore Defence attractions, welcome […]

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