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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Fascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum

Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island

Fascinating Science arrives at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum in June 2026, offering a free Questacon exhibition for curious Brisbane families. This hands-on event features interactive puzzles and optical illusions […]

Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience

Queen Street Mall Shop QSM 103, 209 Queen Street Mall, Brisbane

The Disney Store Pop-Up Experience returns to Brisbane, bringing magic to families and kids at the Queen Street Mall. Running from July to September 2026, this massive family-friendly event features […]

Jumpers & Jazz in July

Various Venues in Warwick Warwick

Experience the magic of Jumpers and Jazz in July 2026, a unique winter festival located a short road trip from Brisbane in Warwick. This quirky event offers families ten days […]

Le Festival 2026

Roma St Parklands 1 Parkland Blvd, Brisbane

Experience one of Brisbane's premier family cultural celebrations at Le Festival 2026, returning to Roma Street Parkland this July 2026. This authentic French experience offers local families and kids a […]

Indooroopilly State School Indigo Fair

Indooroopilly State School cnr of Moggill Rd and Russell Tce, Indooroopilly

The Indooroopilly State School Indigo Fair returns this July 2026, offering a fantastic day out for Brisbane families. This beloved school fete brings the community together for thrilling carnival rides, […]

Free

QAGOMA Winter Design Market

Queensland Art Gallery/ Gallery of Modern Art Stanley Place, Cultural Precinct, South Bank, Brisbane

The QAGOMA Winter Design Market returns in July 2026, offering a creative weekend for Brisbane families. This free event features over 80 independent designers across the gallery forecourt, showcasing handcrafted […]

Free

Winter Markets at Summer Land Camels

Summer Land Camels 8 Charles Chauvel Drive,, Harrisville

The Winter Markets at Summer Land Camels arrive in July 2026, offering a unique farm experience for Brisbane families. This event features local market stalls, food trucks, and live music […]

Free

Wamuran Lions Family Carnival 2026

wamuran sports Complex 84 Campbells Pocket Rd, Wamuran

The Wamuran Lions Family Carnival returns this July 2026, offering an incredible free day out for Brisbane families. This highly anticipated community event features completely free rides, a petting zoo, […]

Free

The Red Dress exhibition

Museum of Brisbane Lv 3, Brisbane City Hall, 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Brisbane

Families and kids can experience a unique piece of global art at the Museum of Brisbane when The Red Dress exhibition makes its first Australian appearance from July 2026 to […]

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