IAG Kids- Make Yourself At Home
Make Yourself at Home at Ipswich Art Gallery What makes home feel like home? A favourite blanket, a family meal or the people who know us best? Make Yourself at […]
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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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Events for 25 October, 2026
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Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
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 […]
Make, Believe, Magic
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 […]
The Night Sky exhibition at Landsborough Museum
Uncover how artificial light reshapes our natural environment at The Night Sky exhibition at Landsborough Museum, running from October 2026 to February 2027. Just an hour north of Brisbane, local […]
Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards
Celebrate the impressive creativity of talented young local artists at the Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards this October 2026. Held at the Albany Creek Community Centre, this free exhibition offers […]
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Aussie Bird Count
Join Australia's largest citizen science project during the Aussie Bird Count this October 2026. Local families can explore neighbourhood parks or their own backyards to spend 20 minutes spotting wild […]
rubber duck
Welcome a giant 15-metre hot pink Rubber Duck as it floats down the Brisbane River this October and November 2026. Perfect for local families, this world-famous public art installation leads […]
Runcorn Family Fun Day *CANCELLED)
This event has been cancelled due to rain. Enjoy a fantastic day out at the Runcorn Family Fun Day in October 2026. Local Brisbane families can head to Williams Park […]
Free
Darlington State School Markets & The Great Duck Race
Enjoy a country day out at the Darlington State School Markets and The Great Duck Race in Darlington this October 2026. Perfect for families, this free community event features live […]
Free
Caloundra Street Fair
Bulcock Street Bulcock St, CaloundraCaloundra 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 […]
Free
Logan Model Engineering Society Miniature Train Rides
16 Netball Drv (Off Ewing Rd) 16 Netball Drv (Off Ewing Rd), Woodridge,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 […]
Miniature Railway Public Day – Nambour
Miniature Railway Park Nambour 1 Florence Street, NamMiniature Railway Public Day - Nambour Visitors can enjoy a ride on the miniature railway in Nambour, with trains powered by steam, battery, and petrol engines traveling nearly 1 km […]
Bracken Ridge Lions Train Day
McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge 146 Denham St, Bracken RidgeBracken Ridge Lion’s Train Day Bracken Ridge Lions Train Day runs on the fourth Sunday of every month at McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge, offering a fun and affordable outing for […]
Harrisville Sunday Farm Day
Harrisville Heritage Farm 57 Kalbar-Peak Road, HarrisvilleHarrisville Sunday Farm Day Join Harrisville Farm for their Sunday Farm Day. These events will be held on the last Sunday of every month in Harrisville, the farm will be […]
Free
Redcliffe Markets
Redcliffe Parade Redcliffe Parade, RedcliffeRedcliffe 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 […]
Jan Power’s Farmers Market @ Eagle Farm
Eagle Farm Markets 230 Lancaster Rd, Ascot, BrisbaneThe 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 […]
Sunrise Markets @ Witton Barracks
Witton Barracks 3-9 Lambert Road, IndooroopillyEnjoy 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, […]
Free
Groovin’ in the Green at Albany Creek
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of live music at Groovin’ in the Green at Lemke Park in Albany Creek this October 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this free community picnic […]
Flicks & Fireworks Surfers Paradise
The Esplanade The Esplanade, Surfers ParadiseCatch a magical movie on the sand and watch the ocean night sky light up at Flicks & Fireworks in Surfers Paradise this August 2026. This free beachfront event features […]
Riverside at the Gardens Markets
Riverside Markets 147 Alice Street, BrisbaneStroll 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 […]
Kindness Treasure Hunt
Inspire young hearts at the Kindness Treasure Hunt across Brisbane this October 2026. Starting at Newstead and finishing at South Bank Parklands, this free event invites kids and parents to […]
Nundah Farmers Markets 20th Birthday
Celebrate two decades of fresh produce and community spirit at the Nundah Farmers Markets 20th Birthday in October 2026. Local Brisbane families can explore the new shade-filled market layout, enjoy […]
Tamborine Mountain State School Markets
Tamborine Mountain State School Markets Corner of Long & Curtis Roads, Tamborine MountainDiscover unique treasures at the Tamborine Mountain State School Markets, held on the last Sunday of every month throughout 2026. Situated in the scenic Gold Coast hinterland near Brisbane, this […]
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