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SUMMARY:The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition\nFamilies are invited to explore The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture\, a fascinating exhibition at QAGOMA that reveals how faith and everyday life are closely intertwined. \nAt the heart of the exhibition is a rare collection of vibrant oleographs by Indian artist Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906). These colourful works\, rich in storytelling and detail\, bring to life the ways devotional imagery became part of popular culture. Alongside these historic pieces\, artworks from QAGOMA’s contemporary Asian collection offer fresh perspectives on belief\, blending tradition with modern interpretations. \nThis exhibition is also part of an exciting conservation and cultural exchange between QAGOMA and the Museum of Art and Photography in Bengaluru\, India—ensuring these treasured works can be enjoyed by generations to come. \nWith its mix of striking visuals\, cultural storytelling\, and thought-provoking ideas\, The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture offers families a meaningful way to connect art\, history\, and everyday life. \nThe God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition event details\nWhen: Saturday 20th September 2025 – Monday 5th October 2026 \nWhere: Queensland Art Gallery\, Gallery 5 (Henry and Amanda Bartlett Galleries)\, Stanley Place\, South Brisbane 4101 \nCost: Free \nMore information: The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/the-god-of-small-things-faith-and-popular-culture-exhibition/
LOCATION:QAGOMA\, Stanley Place\, South Bank\, QLD\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Indoor Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031
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SUMMARY:Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 Brisbane kids and parents a wonderful opportunity to explore a scenic sculpture trail and enjoy hands-on art demonstrations together. \nBrisbane Sculpture Festival 2026\nMt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens will come alive with creativity as the Brisbane Sculpture Festival returns\, turning the gardens into an inspiring outdoor gallery the whole family can enjoy. \nPresented by Sculptors Queensland\, the free event features both indoor and outdoor exhibitions showcasing works by some of Queensland’s most prominent sculptors\, from bold and contemporary to whimsical and thought-provoking. Every piece is available for purchase\, and visitors are encouraged to vote in the People’s Choice award for their favourites. A gold coin donation or raffle ticket purchase is appreciated. \nThe indoor exhibition is held at the Mt Coot-tha Auditorium from 1st to 9th August (open daily 10am to 4pm)\, where visitors can view works up close and speak directly with the sculptors. \nThe outdoor sculpture trail winds through the beautiful botanic gardens from 1st August to 30th October (open daily 10am to 4pm)\, with sculptures of all shapes and sizes tucked among the greenery. \nSculpture demonstrations will be held on selected dates throughout the festival\, and small group tours of the outdoor trail are available by appointment. Free parking is available in the gardens’ main carpark\, with overflow parking accessible via Ada Street. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: \n\nOutdoor Exhibition Saturday 1st August until Friday 30th October 2026 during the Garden opening hours (10am – 4pm);\nIndoor Exhibition Saturday 1st August to Sunday 9th August 2026 (10am – 4pm)\n\nWhere: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens & Mt Coot-tha Auditorium\, 170 Mt Coot-tha Road\, Mt Coot-tha \nCost: Free Admission. Gold coin donation or purchase of raffle tickets appreciated for this exhibition with fabulous sculptural and other prizes available. \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-sculpture-festival/
LOCATION:QLD
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270419
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SUMMARY:Make\, Believe\, Magic
DESCRIPTION:The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company\nTo mark 70 years of The Jim Henson Company\, QAGOMA in Brisbane is opening a huge exhibition all about how the magic actually gets made. Founded by Jim and Jane Henson in 1955\, the company gave us the Muppets\, Sesame Street\, Fraggle Rock\, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth\, and they are still leading the way in puppetry today. \nWhat kids will see\nHundreds of objects fill the space\, including real puppets\, animatronic creatures\, props\, costumes\, original drawings and clips from the screen. Kids get to see the journey from hand-made puppets right through to today’s animatronics and digital wizardry\, and learn how creature designers dream up a character from scratch. \nThe showstopper is a world first. The Great Hall set from the Emmy winning series Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock has been recreated so families can step behind the scenes onto a working puppeteer’s film set. \nGood to know \nKids under 5 get in free and don’t need a ticket\nTicket categories cover children 5 to 12\, youth 13 to 25\, adults\, concession and QAGOMA members\nTickets are through QTIX\, the official ticketing service. Be careful with resellers \nGOMA is fully accessible and pram friendly \nPlan your visit\nWhere: GOMA\, Stanley Place\, South Brisbane\nWhen: Opens 12 September 2026 (Until 18th April)\nTickets: Via QTIX\nAges: Great for all ages\, especially anyone who has ever loved a Muppet \nGet tickets \nOrganised by QAGOMA in collaboration with The Jim Henson Company\, and opening in association with Brisbane Festival.
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/make-believe-magic/
LOCATION:QAGOMA\, Stanley Place\, South Bank\, QLD\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
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SUMMARY:rubber duck
DESCRIPTION: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 the River Pride Parade\, bringing immense joy\, playful photo opportunities\, and memorable moments along the water for kids of all ages. \n\n\nrubber duck\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor the first time\, Brisbane welcomes the much-loved 15-metre-tall Rubber Duck to the Brisbane River/Maiwar. \nThe iconic Rubber Duck\, a large-scale public artwork by internationally acclaimed Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman\, arrives in a special Brisbane-exclusive hot pink edition\, a first for the famous global art installation. The duck will make its way from the CBD\, eventually settling near the Brisbane Powerhouse in New Farm. \nA global phenomenon\, Rubber Duck has captivated millions of people around the world\, with hundreds of thousands gathering to experience the artwork in cities including Sydney\, Hong Kong\, Seoul\, Osaka\, Amsterdam and São Paulo. Friendly\, familiar and universally recognisable\, it knows no borders\, its soft\, playful and welcoming presence has a remarkable ability to dissolve tension and bring people together through moments of shared curiosity\, delight and joy. \nA highlight of the season will be the River Pride Parade on Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, when the giant duck takes to the water to lead a flotilla of party boats down the river. \nFloating proudly on the Brisbane River / Maiwar\, Rubber Duck transforms an everyday object into an extraordinary public artwork\, free and open for everyone to experience. \nWhen: floating from October 21st to November 8th\, 2026\, as a centrepiece of the Melt Festival. \nWhere: Multiple Locations Along The River\, Brisbane \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/rubber-duck/
LOCATION:Brisbane River
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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SUMMARY:Fridays at the Bardon Markets
DESCRIPTION:Unwind at the end of the week at Fridays at the Bardon Markets\, a relaxed weekly night market perfect for families looking for an easy dinner out. This July 2026\, Brisbane kids and parents can enjoy an international lineup of food vendors\, a community bar\, and live music at this dog-friendly suburban gathering. \nFridays at the Bardon Markets\nFridays at the Bardon Markets is a relaxed weekly night market in the suburbs\, bringing together dinner\, drinks\, and family fun every Friday evening. \nThe markets feature a diverse rotating lineup of food vendors spanning cuisines from around the world\, including artisan pizza\, Moroccan\, Thai\, Malaysian\, Korean\, Indonesian\, and Indian street food\, alongside gluten-free options\, frozen yogurt\, tiramisu\, and artisan mead. The bar serves up drinks in a relaxed\, community atmosphere. \nLive music\, heaters\, and undercover seating make for a comfortable evening out whatever the weather. The markets are dog friendly\, family friendly\, and easy to get to with plenty of parking nearby. \nMore than just a market\, Fridays at the Bardon Markets is a weekly celebration of local community. Visitors are encouraged to bring friends\, family\, and the dog for a great Friday night out in the suburbs \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday evenings\, 4:00pm – 8:30pm \nWhere: Bardon Markets\, Corner of Baroona Rd & Rainworth Rd\, Bardon \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/fridays-at-the-bardon-markets/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:Bardon Markets\, Corner of Baroona Rd and Rainworth Rd\, Bardon\, Qld\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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SUMMARY:Brisbane Disability Expo
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane Disability Expo 2026\nThe Brisbane Disability Expo will link thousands of people with a disability with hundreds of product and service providers as well as presenting a range of informative and interactive presentations delivered by industry experts. People with Disability are embracing My Future\, My Choice as a way to control how they want to live their lives now and plan for the future. \nLooking for disability services\, support networks\, or inclusive employment opportunities in the Brisbane region? The Brisbane Disability Expo is your gateway to hundreds of products\, services\, and community connections – all under one fully accessible roof. \nWhether you’re seeking greater independence\, exploring NDIS options\, or connecting with local providers\, this event is designed to empower people of all abilities. \nExplore the Future You Choose\nMeet face-to-face with service providers\, support organisations\, and community groups offering everything from assistive technology to inclusive housing\, health services\, and more. \nInspiring Presentations & Workshops\nHear from industry leaders\, advocates\, and changemakers in disability support. Learn\, engage\, and be inspired through interactive sessions and live stage talks. \nInclusive Entertainment for All Ages\nEnjoy a vibrant\, welcoming atmosphere with live performances\, activities\, and entertainment designed for people of all abilities. \nAccessibility First \nWe’ve designed the Brisbane Disability Expo to be inclusive and stress-free: \n\nLive captioning on stage\nAuslan interpreters available\nQuiet Hour: Saturday 31 October\, 9am–10am\nService animal friendly (with watering stations)\nAccessible venue\, parking\, and drop-off zones\n\nBrisbane Disability Expo 2026 event details \nWhen: Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October\, 9am-3pm. \nWhere: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Merivale St\, South Brisbane 4101 \nCost: Free with registration \nMore information
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-disability-workability-expo/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Merivale St\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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