The Premier’s Reading Challenge
The Premier's Reading Challenge 2026 The 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 […]
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Kids and Family Events in Brisbane | What’s on in South East Queensland
Find the best family-friendly events happening across Brisbane and South East Queensland. From free community events and school holiday activities to festivals, markets and live shows — updated regularly so you never miss a thing.
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Events for 23 August, 2026
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Fascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
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 […]
The Red Dress exhibition
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 […]
Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
Discover inspiring outdoor artwork at the Brisbane Sculpture Festival starting this August 2026. Held at the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, this event showcases incredible works from local artists. It offers […]
Walking with Invasives – Biosecurity Trail at the Botanic Gardens
What does a fish, a beetle and an ant have in common? Find out on the Walking with Invasives Biosecurity Trail during National Biosecurity Week, while enjoying a day out […]
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Harrisville Sunday Farm Day
Harrisville Heritage Farm 57 Kalbar-Peak Road, HarrisvilleHarrisville Sunday Farm Day Join Harrisville Farm for their Sunday Farm Day. These events will be held on the last Sunday of every month in Harrisville, the farm will be […]
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G’day Little Queenslanders! Brisbane (West)
various locations around Queensland QueenslandJoin other local families for G'day Little Queenslanders, a free community celebration held in Brisbane (West) this August 2026. This exciting Brisbane event for kids features creative activities and food […]
Jan Power’s Farmers Market @ Eagle Farm
Eagle Farm Markets 230 Lancaster Rd, Ascot, BrisbaneThe weekly Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Eagle Farm Racecourse offer a fantastic Sunday morning outing for local families and their dogs. Launching in May 2026, this free Brisbane event […]
GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Market 2026
Celebrate First Nations youth culture at the GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Youth Market this August 2026. Held at Jack Morgan Park in Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast, this free, […]
Brisbane Kite Festival
Take to the skies at the Brisbane Kite Festival this August 2026 at Minnippi Parklands in Tingalpa. This free family-friendly event features spectacular aerial displays, kite flying, rides, slides, interactive […]
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