Brisbane Kids

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums
2025-11-28 - 2026-05-31 | Various Moreton Bay Galleries and Museums, Qld, Australia
Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums
Explore intergenerational activities and immersive experiences that will ignite your imagination.
Imaginariums are perfect for all ages.
They offer hands-on fun and learning through creative exploration.
Available at Bribie Island Seaside Museum, Pine Rivers Heritage Museum and Redcliffe Museum.
Drop in any time during museum opening hours to enjoy fun and engaging activities. Free. No bookings required.
Beneath the blue: Secrets of the sea
Bribie Island Seaside Museum invites curious minds of all ages to discover the wildest wonders of our coastal waters.
From glowing bioluminescent organisms to sandy shore dwellers, this interactive Imaginarium will spark awe and curiosity.
What to expect:

Fascinating facts about creatures living above and below the waves.
Engaging activities for kids and adults alike.
A chance to explore the science and magic of the sea.

Whether you’re a budding marine biologist or just love the ocean, this is a brilliant way to explore the mysteries of the sea without getting wet. Beneath the blue: Secrets of the sea is an event not to be missed.
Playback
Visit the new Imaginarium Playback at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum and get your game on!
This free, intergenerational play space is full of old school games and technology.
Atari, Nintendo or Sega? Learn about gaming consoles and iconic games of the past. Explore the history of electronic gaming from Pac-Man and Space Invaders to Tetris.
During your visit, make sure to challenge your friends and family with a board game or arcade game. Can you beat our local Rubik’s Cube champion, cracking a 3×3 cube blindfolded in 14 seconds?
Museum trail: The Playback time machine has malfunctioned!
We programmed the machine to go back to the 1980s for our new Imaginarium, Playback. Now the machine has dropped random old school technology all around the museum. Can you help us find all the objects?
Explore unique objects from the past and receive a special sticker for saving the museum!
Laboratorium
Put on your lab coats and spark your wonder at the Redcliffe Museum! All curious minds are welcome.
Experience the world of science and discovery in our Laboratorium Imaginarium:

Test kinetic energy with our marble run.
Make a light bulb glow.
Learn how sound works by playing music on the thongophone.
Become your own inventor with our curious craft activities.

Consider tomorrow’s innovations as you explore our lists of top scientists and discoveries.
This experience includes a children’s activity booklet and educational videos. Free – no bookings required. Ages 6-14.
Museum trail: Feed your curiosity on our Laboratorium museum trail!
Follow the clues on this family scavenger hunt and explore all your senses!
Use your senses to the max! Learn about spices and their healing powers using small and other senses. See microorganisms through a microscope and play the thongophone!
Learn about the history of the Redcliffe area as you journey through the museum.
Immerse yourself in science and invention in this hands-on learning experience. Free – no bookings required. Ages 4-12.
Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay and Museums event details
Dates and locations
Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Beneath the blue: Secrets of the sea | 28 November 2025 – 31 May 2026
Pine Rivers Heritage Museum
Playback Imaginarium | 1 November – 26 April 2026
Redcliffe Museum
Laboratorium | 4 June – 7 December
Cost: Free
More information: Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
2025-12-01 - 2026-12-16 | QAGOMA, Stanley Place, South Bank, QLD, 4101, Australia
The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
Families 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.
At 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.
This 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.
With 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.
The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition event details
When: Saturday 20th September 2025 – Monday 5th October 2026
Where: Queensland Art Gallery, Gallery 5 (Henry and Amanda Bartlett Galleries), Stanley Place, South Brisbane 4101
Cost: Free
More information: The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition

Everleigh Easter Movie Night
2026-03-20 | AFL Oval Everleigh, Ivory Parkway, Greenbank, QLD, 4124
Everleigh Easter Movie Night
Families are invited to enjoy a relaxed outdoor cinema experience as Red Dog lights up the big screen. Guests can bring a picnic rug, settle in on the grass and make a night of it, with food available from Eve Café, local food trucks and free popcorn to enjoy during the film.
The evening begins from 6pm, with the movie starting at 6.30pm. A special visit from the Easter Bunny will add to the fun, with eggs to be handed out before the screening.
Free tickets are required. Parking is available nearby.
Photography will take place during the evening. Anyone who prefers not to be included in photos or video is asked to advise the Enriching Communities team, as images may be shared online and in printed materials.
Everleigh Easter Movie Night details
When: Friday 20th March, from 6pm – movie starts at 6:30pm
Where: Everleigh AFL Oval, Ivory Parkway, Greenbank 4124
Cost: Free ticketed entry
More event information & tickets here

National Ride2School Day
2026-03-20 | Various locations around Australia
National Ride2School Day 2026
Join more than 350,000 students across the nation who will ride, walk, scoot and skate to school on Friday 20 March 2026.
National Ride2School Day is Australia’s biggest celebration of active travel and one of the best days on the school calendar. It is a day full of fun and colour where students, teachers and parents discover the joy of riding and kick-start healthy habits for the future.
Ask your child’s school if they’re registered for National Ride2School Day and get your kids active on their journey to school.
National Ride2School Day 2026 details
When: Friday 20th March 2026
Cost: Free
More information and registration information here

Free Kids Movie Night at the Bardon Markets
2026-03-20 | Bardon Markets, Corner of Baroona Rd and Rainworth Rd, Bardon, Qld, Australia
Free Kids Movie Night at the Bardon Markets
Bardon Markets is hosting a free outdoor movie night, with a screening of Oddball on the big screen at sunset. Based on a true story, Oddball follows a mischievous dog trained to protect a colony of penguins from foxes. A heartwarming Australian family film full of adventure, laughs and teamwork, it is rated G and suitable for ages 4 and up, with a runtime of approximately 95 minutes.
Bring the kids, grab a picnic rug and settle in on the lawn for a relaxed evening under the stars. All the usual Friday market favourites will be running throughout the evening too, including live music, food stalls, sweet treats and fruity fusions for the whole family.
Please note there will be no jumping castle this week to make way for the movie screen.
Plan your visit
When: Friday 20th March, 4pm – 8:30pm. Movie starts around sunset (approx. 5:30–6:00pm)
Where: Bardon Markets, Corner of Baroona Rd & Rainworth Rd, Bardon 4065
Cost: Free entry
More information here
