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 […]
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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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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 […]
Bright Nights by ANZ
Experience a spectacular free rock-pop water and light show along the Brisbane River at Bright Nights by ANZ this September 2026. Featuring an exclusive soundtrack from The Veronicas, lasers, and […]
SWELL Sculpture Festival 2026
Experience spectacular outdoor art at the SWELL Sculpture Festival along Currumbin Beach this September 2026. Perfect for a memorable coastal day trip from Brisbane, parents and kids can explore over […]
Nocturnal explorers at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie IslandDiscover the magic of night at the Nocturnal explorers exhibition at Bribie Island Seaside Museum this September 2026. Guided by Moko the Mopoke Owl, Brisbane kids and parents can explore […]
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Quandamooka Festival
Experience the rich culture of the Nughi, Nunukul, and Goenpul clans firsthand at the Quandamooka Festival 2026. Taking place in September 2026, this free, family-friendly gathering on Minjerribah features traditional […]
Kidchella Gold Coast
Let the kids live out their festival dreams at Kidchella along the Surfers Paradise foreshore this September 2026. This epic two-day celebration features live DJ sets, a silent disco, Ferris […]
Free
Main Beach Street Festival
Main Beach Street Festival 2026 The Main Beach Street Festival, on Tedder Avenue in Main Beach, is a free event promises an evening filled with excitement and entertainment for all […]
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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 […]
Nundah Festival
Celebrate 24 years of community fun at the Nundah Festival this September 2026 along Sandgate Road. Local Brisbane families can enjoy a free three-day weekend celebration packed with live music, […]
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Kurilpa Derby
Celebrate community creativity at the Kurilpa Derby in West End this September 2026. Brisbane parents and kids can watch the famous wheeled procession roll down Boundary Street, enjoy live music, […]
Seaside Sounds – Gold Coast
Queen Elizabeth Park Marine Parade, Coolangatta +1 moreEnjoy three consecutive weekends of free beachside live music and coastal fun at Seaside Sounds this September 2026. Perfect for visiting Brisbane families, this Gold Coast series features a Father's […]
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