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 […]
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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 20 December, 2026
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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 […]
Redlands Coast Christmas Trail
Celebrate the holiday season across Redlands Coast with the Redlands Coast Christmas Trail in November and December 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this festive lineup features illuminated garden trails, […]
Summer School Holiday Programs for Kids & Teens
Now is the time to book classes, workshops, camps and care for the September/October 2026 school holidays! You'll find a variety of school holiday programs and workshops on the Brisbane […]
Christmas in St Nicholas Precinct
Experience festive magic at Christmas in St Nicholas Precinct in Ipswich this December 2026. Designed for Brisbane kids and parents, this free family event features a dazzling light display, live […]
Christmas in Broadbeach
Step into a magical gingerbread village at Christmas in Broadbeach this December 2026. Gold Coast holidaymakers and local families can enjoy free festive workshops, hands-on cookie decorating, storytime theatre, and […]
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Christmas Markets Gold Coast
Celebrate the festive season seaside at Christmas Markets GC at Broadwater Parklands in Southport this December 2026. Local families can explore more than 100 craft stalls, feast at gourmet food […]
MELSA Bribie Train Days
MELSA Park Bongaree, Bribie 70 Toorbul St, BongareeMELSA Bribie Train Days Miniature train rides are held on the third Sunday of every month, offering fun for the young and the young at heart. Trains run from 10am […]
Train Day @ Brisbane Bayside Steam Railway Society
Brisbane Bayside Steam Railway 1900 Wynnum Rd, Wynnum WestTrain Day @ Brisbane Bayside Steam Railway Society All aboard for a day of family fun at Train Day, hosted by the Brisbane Bayside Steam Railway Society! Held on the […]
The Woodford Railway Heritage Train Rides
The Woodford Railway Margaret Street, WoodfordThe Woodford Railway Heritage Train Rides Sit in open air carriages and let the wind blow through your hair as you ride on a heritage train at the Woodford Railway. […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
Currumbin Christmas Carols
Celebrate a decade of holiday cheer at the Currumbin Christmas Carols at Merv Craig Park in Currumbin Waters this December 2026. Local families can pack picnic chairs and head down […]
Christmas Flicks & Fireworks @ Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise Gold GoastUnroll your beach towel for festive holiday magic at Surfers Paradise Christmas Flicks & Fireworks this December 2026. Oceanfront crowds can watch family favorite movies right on the sand starting […]
Coomera Christmas Flicks and Fireworks
Viney Park Cnr of Dreamworld Parkway and Yaun Street, CoomeraSpread holiday cheer at Coomera Christmas Flicks and Fireworks at Viney Park this December 2026. Northern Gold Coast and visiting families can gather from 5:30pm to grab food truck bites […]
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