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SUMMARY:Brisbane Sculpture Festival
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2025\nThis July\, the Mt 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 with stunning works by local sculptors – from bold and contemporary to whimsical and thought-provoking.\nEvery piece is available for purchase\, with prices starting from just $50. \nFamilies won’t want to miss a special hands-on activity during opening weekend\, where visitors can help create a community sculpture that will stay on display throughout the festival. \nKids will love exploring the sculpture trail\, discovering artworks tucked among the greenery\, and scanning QR codes to learn more. With art\, nature\, and creativity all in one place\, the Brisbane Sculpture Festival offers a unique and fun day out for all ages. \nKey dates: \nIndoor Exhibition: Mt Coot-tha Auditorium\nWednesday 16th July – Sunday 20th July (open daily from 10am) \nOutdoor Exhibition: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens\nFriday 18 July – Tuesday 14 October (open daily\, 8am – 4pm) \nOfficial Opening & Prizegiving:\nFriday 18th July\, 6–8pm\nFree entry – registration required. \nBrisbane Sculpture Festival 2025 event details \nWhen: Wednesday 16th July – Tuesday 14th October 2025 \nWhere: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens & Mt Coot-tha Auditorium\, 170 Mt Coot-tha Road\, Mt Coot-tha  \nCost: Free (registration required) \nMore information: Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2025
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-sculpture-festival/
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SUMMARY:Hervey Bay Whale Festival
DESCRIPTION:Hervey Bay Whale Festival 2025\n\n**IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: WHALE FESTIVAL POSTPONED. NEW DATES LISTED BELOW**\n\n\nDue to the forecast of strong winds and heavy rain this weekend\, Fraser Coast Tourism & Events has made the difficult decision to postpone all Whale Festival events\, including:\n\n\n City and Sea (City Park Festivities at City Park and Seafront Celebrations at Seafront Oval)\n Tasman Holiday Parks Parade of Lights (Main Street)\n Paddle Out for Whales (Ernie Organ Park & Torquay Pier)\n\n\nThe safety of our patrons\, volunteers\, vendors\, and staff is our top priority\, and we thank you for your understanding as we respond to these unexpected weather conditions.\n\n\n Here’s what’s changing:\n City and Sea will now take place on Saturday\, 30 August\n The entire event will be relocated to Seafront Oval — there will be no activities at City Park\n Event time remains 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM\, now featuring all the City Park and Seafront activities combined into one bigger celebration!\n The Tasman Holiday Parks Parade of Lights will also move to Seafront Oval (instead of Main Street)\n Paddle Out for Whales will now take place on Sunday\, 31 August – updated time to be confirmed soon\n\n\nWe understand this news may be disappointing\, but the safety of our community comes first. We’re committed to delivering a fantastic event experience and appreciate your support as we make these necessary changes.\n\nA Family-Friendly Celebration of Ocean\, Art\, and Community. Families are invited to be part of the beloved Hervey Bay Whale Festival\, a three-day celebration marking the start of the whale season. With events across multiple locations\, this free community festival offers an exciting mix of live entertainment\, art\, marine education\, fireworks\, carnival rides\, and hands-on experiences for all ages. \nFRIDAY\, 11th JULY\nBlessing of the Fleet | Urangan Harbour | 4:00pm – 7:00pm\nKicking off the festival\, this cherished seaside tradition brings the community together for an afternoon of live music\, market stalls\, delicious food\, and family entertainment hosted by local personality Bronco Jensen. Local musicians Emma Newman and Joel Spence take the stage ahead of the official blessing of the Whale Fleet at 5:15pm\, ensuring a safe and successful whale watching season. The evening ends with a breathtaking fireworks display over the bay at 7:00pm — a perfect start to a weekend of celebration. \nSATURDAY\, 30th AUGUST\nCity and Sea – A Day to Explore\, Create\, and Celebrate \n🐋 City Park Festivities | Seafront Oval | 2:00pm – 5:30pm\nFamilies can enjoy an afternoon of fun in the heart of Hervey Bay with market stalls\, live music\, kids’ entertainment\, marine discovery displays by Ocean Life Education\, and a Make Your Own Lantern workshop in preparation for the evening’s parade. \n✨ Parade of Lights | Seafront Oval | Marshalling from 5:30pm | Parade at 6:00pm\nAs twilight falls\, lanterns light up Main Street in a magical procession celebrating the ocean and community spirit. Families can craft lanterns at the earlier workshop or bring their own glowing creations from home. \n🎆 Seafront Celebrations | Seafront Oval | 2:00pm – 8:00pm\nRunning alongside the day’s events\, Seafront Celebrations offer carnival rides\, food stalls\, unique market finds\, and live entertainment by the sea. It’s the perfect spot to continue the fun into the evening – capped off by a spectacular fireworks finale that lights up the night sky over the foreshore. \nSUNDAY\, 31st AUGUST\nPaddle Out for Whales | Torquay Jetty & Ernie Organ Park | New time TBC\nThe festival closes with a heartfelt and moving tribute to the whales. Begin the morning with a free yoga session at 8am before joining the symbolic Paddle Out for Whales. Whether on a paddleboard\, kayak\, or surfboard\, participants unite in the bay at 9:15am for a peaceful ocean ceremony\, casting flowers into the water in honour of whales past and in hope for their future. This event is open to all ages and levels of experience and serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect marine life. \nWith three days of excitement\, creativity\, and connection\, the 2025 Hervey Bay Whale Festival invites families to come together to celebrate whales\, community\, and the beauty of the bay. Entry to all events is free. \nHervey Bay Whale Festival 2025 event details\nWhen: 11th July and 7th\, 9th & 10th August\, 30th & 31st August 2025 \nWhere: Various Locations in Hervey Bay\, Qld 4655 \nCost: Free \nMore information: Hervey Bay Whale Festival 2025
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/hervey-bay-whale-festival/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:Hervey Bay\, Hervey Bay\, Queensland\, 4655\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity
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