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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Visit The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition at Redcliffe Museum, extended through October 2026. Perfect for local families and kids, this free display showcases 60 hilarious, award-winning animal photos from […]
Discover inspiring outdoor artwork at the Brisbane Sculpture Festival starting this August 2026. Held at the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, this event showcases incredible works from local artists. It offers […]
The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company To mark 70 years of The Jim Henson Company, QAGOMA in Brisbane is opening a huge exhibition all about how the magic actually […]
Experience a spectacular arts and culture celebration just a short trip from Brisbane at the BLEACH Festival this October 2026. Taking over the HOTA precinct and various Gold Coast locations, […]
Experience a striking visual display at the BEACON installation during the BLEACH Festival at HOTA this October 2026. Designed for Gold Coast and Brisbane families, this monumental, colorful artwork offers […]
Caloundra Street Fair Fill your Sunday with fun, flair, and flavor at the Caloundra Street Fair! With over 120 unique stalls, the entire family can immerse themselves in some of […]
Logan Model Engineering Society Miniature Train Rides Logan Model Engineering Society Miniature Train Rides running days are 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Trains run from 10:30am through […]
QSMEE - Pine Valley Miniature Railway Public Running Day Visitors and community groups are warmly invited to enjoy public running days at the track. As the track is located on […]
Head to the Sunshine Coast Chilli, Chocolate and Beer Festival in Baringa this October 2026. Perfect for a school holiday outing, this family-friendly event features artisan treats, food trucks, live […]
Redcliffe Markets Set alongside the picturesque Redcliffe Peninsula, the Redcliffe Markets are an iconic seaside marketplace filled with fresh farm-direct produce and meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, fresh-baked bread, gourmet […]
Join other local families for G'day Little Queenslanders, a free community celebration held in Ipswich this September 2026. This exciting Brisbane event for kids features creative activities and food trucks. […]
The weekly Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Eagle Farm Racecourse offer a fantastic Sunday morning outing for local families and their dogs. Launching in May 2026, this free Brisbane event […]
Enjoy a relaxed morning out with the family at the Sunrise Markets at Witton Barracks, occurring on the first and third Sunday of every month throughout 2026. Located in Indooroopilly, […]
Celebrate rich cultural traditions at the Brisbane Celtic Festival at Moorlands Park in Auchenflower this October 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this free community event features live pipe bands, […]
Enjoy a relaxed Sunday evening at Springtime Eats along the Varsity Foreshore Parklands this October 2026. Ideal for families looking for twilight picnic vibes, this easygoing afternoon features delicious street […]
Stroll through the Riverside at the Gardens Markets in the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens every Sunday. Perfect for local families, this long-running free weekly market offers a relaxed morning of […]
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