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SUMMARY:The Premier's Reading Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Premier’s Reading Challenge 2026\nThe Premier’s Reading Challenge champions reading with the goal of encouraging young Queenslanders to read for pleasure and learning\, to improve literacy and give them a brighter future. \nIt is an annual statewide initiative for Queensland state and non-state schools and home-educated students from Prep to Year 9\, as well as children (aged up to 5 years) enrolled in an early childhood centre. \nGet involved\nKey dates\nRegistrations open: 27 April\nReading period commences for Prep to Year 9 students: 11 May\nEarly childhood participation period: 17 to 28 August\nReading period finishes for Prep to Year 9 students: 28 August\nCelebration Weeks: 2 to 13 November \nThe PRC is not a competition but a way to encourage students to develop a love of reading for life. Those who complete the challenge will receive a Certificate of Achievement. \nFor more information\, head to The Premier’s Reading Challenge website here https://readingchallenge.education.qld.gov.au/
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SUMMARY:Fascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
DESCRIPTION:Fascinating Science arrives at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum in June 2026\, offering a free Questacon exhibition for curious Brisbane families. This hands-on event features interactive puzzles and optical illusions designed to challenge children and adults alike. It is an excellent educational outing for parents seeking engaging science activities and logic games. \nFascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum\nFascinating Science is a free\, hands-on touring exhibition developed by Questacon\, the National Science and Technology Centre\, coming to the Bribie Island Seaside Museum. \nThe exhibition explores everyday scientific principles and problem-solving puzzles in a fun and engaging way\, making it a great activity for visitors of all ages. Guests are invited to get hands-on with a range of interactive challenges\, including logic puzzles\, balance activities\, optical illusions and mathematics. Put your skills to the test by unlinking loops\, building a pyramid puzzle\, making a pencil appear and disappear\, or decoding a secret message. \nWith free entry and no bookings required\, Fascinating Science is an accessible and entertaining outing for curious minds of all ages\, from young children discovering science for the first time to adults who love a good puzzle. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 6th June – Sunday 6th September 2026. Museum is open Wednesday to Friday 10am – 4pm\, and Saturday – Sunday 10am – 3pm. \nWhere: Bribie Island Seaside Museum\, 1 South Esplanade\, Bongaree 4007 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/fascinating-science-at-bribie-island-seaside-museum/
LOCATION:Bribie Island Seaside Museum\, South Esplanade\, Bongaree\, Bribie Island\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:The Red Dress exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Families and kids can experience a unique piece of global art at the Museum of Brisbane when The Red Dress exhibition makes its first Australian appearance from July 2026 to September 2026. This award-winning project showcases incredible collaborative creativity\, uniting 380 international embroiderers to create one extraordinary Guinness World Record garment. \nThe Red Dress exhibition\nCollaborative creativity from 380 embroiderers in 51 countries interwoven into one garment. \nThe Red Dress is an award-winning global community art project conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod\, spanning 14 years and uniting 380 embroiderers across 51 countries into a single\, extraordinary garment. Museum of Brisbane and Warwick Art Gallery will jointly exhibit the work in a significant coup for Queensland\, marking its first ever showing in Australia. \nOriginally designed to spark conversations about identity\, the project has evolved into a powerful platform for self-expression\, amplifying marginalised voices and addressing social issues through traditional embroidery and intricate stitchwork. From 2009 to 2023\, pieces of the dress travelled the globe\, embroidered by 367 women\, 11 men and two non-binary artists from 51 countries\, among them refugees\, asylum seekers\, survivors of war\, and disadvantaged women worldwide. The project carries local resonance too\, with Brisbane connections woven throughout. \nConstructed from 87 panels of burgundy silk dupion\, the completed dress weighs 6.8kg and holds a Guinness World Record for the largest collaborative embroidery project. It is estimated to contain between one and 1.5 billion stitches\, each one weighted with personal story and signifying the enduring link between artisans\, first-time embroiderers\, and diverse audiences around the world. \nBrisbane’s AllThreads community created a detailed and highly skilled embroidery for Australia’s contribution to the global project\, capturing the country’s unique landscape\, flora and fauna. \nOn display in Australia for the first time\, textile and embroidery artists and general audiences alike are invited to marvel at the delicate details of this deeply thought-provoking work. All 141 embroiderers with commissioned contributions received compensation\, along with a share of exhibition fees and merchandise sales. The Red Dress has previously been exhibited in major galleries and at political gatherings internationally. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 25th July – Sunday 13th September 2026\, 10am – 5pm daily. \nWhere: Museum of Brisbane\, Level 3\, Brisbane City Hall\, 64 Adelaide St\, Brisbane City 4000 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/the-red-dress-exhibition/
LOCATION:Museum of Brisbane\, Lv 3\, Brisbane City Hall\, 64 Adelaide St\, Brisbane City QLD 4000\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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SUMMARY:LUMINOUS Lantern Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:The LUMINOUS Lantern Parade returns to South Bank Parklands in July 2026\, offering a spectacular multicultural celebration for Brisbane families. This free\, kid-friendly event features a dazzling parade of glowing lanterns\, live music\, and cultural performances. It is the perfect winter evening out for parents and children to celebrate community spirit together. \nLUMINOUS Lantern Parade 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nOne of Queensland’s most beloved multicultural celebrations\, the LUMINOUS Lantern Parade returns to South Bank Parklands for a night full of colour\, culture\, music\, and community spirit. \nHeld ahead of Multicultural Queensland Month\, the event is a celebration of Queensland’s rich cultural diversity\, welcoming new Queenslanders and bringing together families\, friends\, and community groups from across the region. \nWhether joining the parade or soaking up the atmosphere from the sidelines\, this family-friendly event offers a magical evening for all ages. Children will love the glowing lanterns while parents can enjoy the music\, performances\, and festive spirit that make LUMINOUS such a special event on Brisbane’s calendar. \nSchools\, organisations\, community groups\, and cultural performers are all welcome to walk in the parade by registering via the link below. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday 31st July 2026\, from 5:30pm – parade starts at 6pm \nWhere: South Bank Parklands \nCost: Free \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/luminous-lantern-parade/
LOCATION:South Bank Parklands\, Southbank\, Southbank\, Queensland\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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SUMMARY:Fridays at the Bardon Markets
DESCRIPTION:Unwind at the end of the week at Fridays at the Bardon Markets\, a relaxed weekly night market perfect for families looking for an easy dinner out. This July 2026\, Brisbane kids and parents can enjoy an international lineup of food vendors\, a community bar\, and live music at this dog-friendly suburban gathering. \nFridays at the Bardon Markets\nFridays at the Bardon Markets is a relaxed weekly night market in the suburbs\, bringing together dinner\, drinks\, and family fun every Friday evening. \nThe markets feature a diverse rotating lineup of food vendors spanning cuisines from around the world\, including artisan pizza\, Moroccan\, Thai\, Malaysian\, Korean\, Indonesian\, and Indian street food\, alongside gluten-free options\, frozen yogurt\, tiramisu\, and artisan mead. The bar serves up drinks in a relaxed\, community atmosphere. \nLive music\, heaters\, and undercover seating make for a comfortable evening out whatever the weather. The markets are dog friendly\, family friendly\, and easy to get to with plenty of parking nearby. \nMore than just a market\, Fridays at the Bardon Markets is a weekly celebration of local community. Visitors are encouraged to bring friends\, family\, and the dog for a great Friday night out in the suburbs \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday evenings\, 4:00pm – 8:30pm \nWhere: Bardon Markets\, Corner of Baroona Rd & Rainworth Rd\, Bardon \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/fridays-at-the-bardon-markets/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Bardon Markets\, Corner of Baroona Rd and Rainworth Rd\, Bardon\, Qld\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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SUMMARY:Park of the Month: Fort Lytton National Park
DESCRIPTION:Explore Queensland’s rich military and natural history at Fort Lytton National Park this July 2026. This free family-friendly event features guided history tours\, an urban birdwatching walk\, wellness sessions\, and scenic picnic spots overlooking the Brisbane River\, offering local kids and parents an educational and relaxing morning out. \nPark of the Month: Fort Lytton National Park\nCelebrate Queensland’s military and natural history at Fort Lytton National Park (Historic)\, the July Park of the Month with Parks Connect. This month’s event takes things in a different direction\, exploring Queensland’s past at this fascinating historic site overlooking the mouth of the Brisbane River. \nThe day’s program offers something for everyone\, from birdwatching to history to wellbeing\, with tickets required for starred activities. \nProgram Highlights: \nUrban Bird Bingo Walk with Frank from Birds Queensland (*ticket required): 10:00am – 11:00am. \nFort Lytton History Tour with QPWS Ranger Daley (*ticket required): 11:00am – 12:00pm. \nLaughter and Breathwork Session with Kamal from Ignite Holistic Wellness (*ticket required): 12:00pm – 1:00pm \nVisitors are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the unique setting of this historic park. Tickets for starred events can be booked online. \nParks Connect is proudly supported through funding from the Queensland Department of Environment\, Tourism\, Science and Innovation. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday 31st July 2026 \, 10am – 1pm \nWhere: Fort Lytton National Park\, 160 South Street\, Lytton 4178 \nCost: Free\, bookings required \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/park-of-the-monthfort-lytton-national-park/
LOCATION:Fort Lytton National Park\, 160 South Street\, Wynnum\, Queensland\, 4178\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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