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

World Down Syndrome Day Fun Fair 2026
2026-03-21 | Little Village Moorooka, 108 Beaudesert Rd, Moorooka, QLD, 4108, Australia
World Down Syndrome Day Fun Fair 2026
Join us for a fun-filled day as we celebrate WDSD 2026! With the theme ‘Together Against Loneliness,’ our DS Playgroup is hosting free family-friendly activities and entertainment to champion inclusion and community spirit.
Enjoy a sausage sizzle and enter our raffle! All proceeds go directly toward keeping our playgroup free and accessible, ensuring local families can continue to connect and support one another. Let’s share the love!”
Plan your visit
When: Saturday 21st March, 10am – 4pm
Where: Little Village Qld, 108 Beaudesert Road, Moorooka 4105
Cost: Free
More information here

Family Pride hosted by Rainbow Families
2026-03-21 | The Link Community Centre YMCA, 128 Link Rd, VICTORIA POINT, QLD, 4165, Australia
Family Pride hosted by Rainbow Families
Family Pride Disco, hosted by Rainbow Families, is an annual celebration created especially for LGBTQ+ parents, carers, children and allies. This free community event offers a relaxed and inclusive space where families in all their forms can come together to connect, celebrate and simply enjoy time on the dance floor.
The afternoon features a jumping castle, fairy floss, popcorn and snow cones, along with a DJ playing feel good tunes for all ages. Children can take part in dance floor games and prizes, face painting, balloon twisting, colouring and craft activities. A highlight of the program is a drag performance and Drag Story Time with Abril LaTrene, as well as a Messy Play area hosted by the Birkdale Rainbow Families Playgroup Coordinator.
A range of local LGBTQ+ community groups and allies will also be present to connect with families and share information, including Free Mom Hugs, headspace, PFLAG, Triple P, Open Doors Youth Service, Team Rainbow, QC, 2Spirits and Cares Gateway. Local LGBTQ+ businesses Shelf Lovers and Double Pride Rainbow will also be joining the celebration.
Family Pride Disco is all about visibility, joy and belonging, offering a welcoming space where every family is celebrated and encouraged to shine.

Family Pride hosted by Rainbow Families details
When: Saturday 21st March 2026, 2pm – 5pm
Where: YMCA Community Centre Redlands (The Link), 128 Link Road , Victoria Point 4165
Cost: Free ticketed event
More information and tickets here

City Hall Drawing Tour with Renee Kire
2026-03-21 | Museum of Brisbane, Lv 3, Brisbane City Hall, 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia
City Hall Drawing Tour with Renee Kire
Curious minds of all ages are welcome to see, draw and discover the architecture of Brisbane City Hall in this special artist-led drawing tour with Museum of Brisbane Artist in Residence Renee Kire. The guided experience brings together City Hall history, architectural insights and Renee’s artistic practice, with participants exploring shape, scale and rhythm to gain a fresh perspective on the iconic building.
The tours form part of Renee Kire’s residency at Museum of Brisbane, which celebrates City Hall’s architecture and urban landscape through bold abstract forms that will transform the Museum’s entryway. All drawing materials are provided and no prior drawing experience is necessary.
Tours depart from Museum of Brisbane reception on Level 3, City Hall. Each tour runs for approximately one hour and is suitable for all fitness levels, though participants should note the tour includes stairs.
Plan your visit
When: Saturday 21st March & Saturday 28th March 2026, 11:30am – 12:30pm
Where: Level 3, City Hall, 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City 4000
Cost: Free, Bookings required
More information here

The Aussies - The 2026 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
2026-03-21 - 2026-03-29 | Various Gold Coast Locations
The Aussies – The 2026 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
The 2026 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships will be held on the Gold Coast, Queensland at North Kirra SLSC and Tugun SLSC from 21 – 29 March.
The Aussies is an annual event where members from Australia’s 316 Surf Clubs come together to compete in more than 550 beach and ocean events. It is the largest event of its kind, only comparing the likes of the Commonwealth Games.
The Aussies – The 2026 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships details
When: Saturday 2st March – Sunday 29th March 2026
Where: Multiple locations – Tugun SLSC and North Kirra SLSC, , Gold Coast
Cost: Free
More information and event timetables available here

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
2026-03-21 | Various Brisbane City Council Parks, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
Brisbane’s free Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs is back, bringing movie nights under the stars to communities across the city.
Families and friends are invited to bring a picnic blanket, pack some snacks, and enjoy a selection of popular films at parks and reserves near them.
2026:
🍿 13 Feb – Movie E.T at Bill Brown Sports Reserve, Fitzgibbon
🍿 28 Feb – Movie Smurfs at Regent Park, Cannon Hill
🍿 7 Mar – Movie The Wild Robot at Broadwater Picnic Ground Park, Mansfield
🍿 21 Mar – Movie Oddball at Yeronga Memorial Park, Yeronga
🍿 29 Mar – Movie Peter Rabbit 2 at Perrin Park, Toowong
🍿 22 May – How to Train Your Dragon at Heiner Park, Keperra
Additional screenings will be announced soon. These free events are open to all, with some locations allowing dogs and select sessions featuring closed captions.
For more details on each session, visit the event website.
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
When: Various dates
Where: Various locations across Brisbane
Cost: Free
More information: Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
