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

WaterFest 2026
2026-03-30 - 2026-04-20 | Various Ipswich Locations
WaterFest 2026 is your chance to explore, protect, and celebrate Ipswich’s stunning waterways. From free family-friendly fishing competitions and kayaking to platypus conservation walks and school holiday activities, there’s something for everyone across April and May 2026.
Be inspired to get outdoors and discover the Bremer River, Brisbane River, and the many creeks winding through our catchment – while learning about sustainable recreation and environmental initiatives making a real difference in our community.
WaterFest 2026
WaterFest 2026 will bring into focus the many ways you can be involved in sustainable water-based recreation and ways to improve the health of our waterways.
The WaterFest program 2026 includes the following events:
Catch, Snap & Win Fishing Competition
Hosted by Ipswich City Council and 2 Bent Rods, join in this fun fishing competition. Use the app to log your catches and compete across three categories – Open, Youth (12–25), and Child (up to 11).
A total prize pool worth up to $2,500 is up for grabs, including a kayak!
When: Monday 23 March – Sunday 19 April 2026
Where: Across waterways within the Ipswich local government area (some exclusions apply)
Cost: Free
More information via 2 Bent Rods Humanitix
Learn to Fish (Active and Healthy Program)
During the school holidays, join in a fishing activity with Council’s Active and Healthy program. Learn knots, baiting, casting, and sustainable practices.
When:
Tuesday 31 March, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Thursday 2 April, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Family Sessions: 11 April (Colleges Crossing), 18 April (Joseph Brady Park), 19 April (Colleges Crossing)
Kids Sessions: 13 April & 17 April (Joseph Brady Park)
More information: Sign up to the Active and Healthy program and register for this activity at Ipswich.qld.gov.au/activehealthy
Waterbugs in Tulmur Place
During the school holidays, drop in and discover the fascinating world of real waterbugs! Also look out for the “Agents of Discovery” digital mission running throughout the April holidays.
When: Tuesday 7 – Friday 10 April 2026, 10:00am – 2:00pm daily
Where: Tulmur Place, Nicholas Street Precinct
Cost: Free (no registration required)
More information here
Queens Park Environmental Education Centre Activities
Visit the Queens Park Environmental Education Centre for a range of nature-themed activities these school holidays.
Regular hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00am – 2:00pm
Special events (registration required):
Creatures of the Creek Animal Show – Saturday 11 April, 10:00am
Terrarium Building Workshop – Tuesday 14 April, 11:00am
Rodney the Rainbow Fish Reading – Thursday 16 April, 10:30am
Cost: Free
Find more event information here
Community Planting & PlatypusWatch Walk
Help improve waterway habitat and learn about platypus conservation with Dr. Tamielle Brunt. Free lunch included — come along and make a difference for Ipswich’s waterways!
When: Saturday 18 April 2026, 2:00pm
Where: Bundamba Creek
Cost: Free, registrations required
Register at conservationvolunteers.info/WaterFestPlanting2026
Agents of Discovery
During March and April there is a special Mission at Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve that celebrates the Brisbane river and our valuable waterways. Download the free Agents of Discovery app for nature-approved screen time!
Simply use the app on your smartphone and walk around the reserve to unlock fun games and challenges. Suitable for children with adult supervision, Mission takes less than an hour to play.
See more about Agents of Discovery.
Trees for Mum
Plant a tree to honour and celebrate Mum and the special women in your life, with council’s Habitat Connections program. Pack a picnic rug and enjoy activities on the day while helping revegetate an Ipswich waterway and improve habitat for native species.
When: Sunday 10 May 2026
Where: 36 Mill St, Goodna
Cost: Free, registrations required
Find more information at here
Plan your vist
When: March – May 2026
Where: Various Ipswich parks and waterways
Cost: Free- some events require bookings
More information here
