Kids and Family Events in Brisbane and South East Queensland
Find the best family events happening in 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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Rearranged: Art of the Flower
Museum of Brisbane Lv 3, Brisbane City Hall, 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Brisbane
Artist in Residence: Hiromi Tango
Museum of Brisbane Level 3, Brisbane City Hall (Adelaide and Ann Street), Brisbane
Playback – Retro Games Mini-Imaginarium
Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island
design.it
Ipswich Art Gallery d'Arcy Doyle Place (between Brisbane and Limestone Streets), Ipswich
Week of Events
Natalya Hughes The Castle of Tarragindi
Natalya Hughes The Castle of Tarragindi Australian artist Natalya Hughes creates paintings, textiles, sculptures and installations informed by decorative and ornamental traditions. A way in which she does this, is to create immersive interiors that draw on art history. For this project, Natalya invites children to explore the imaginative artform of the ‘grotesque’ through hands-on and […]
Rearranged: Art of the Flower
Rearranged: Art of the Flower Opening on Saturday 25 November 2023, the Rearranged: Art of the Flower exhibition at Museum of Brisbane (MoB) invites you to revel in the abundant blooms of Brisbane. Stroll through a lush collection of paintings, textiles, sculptures, ceramics and new media in a space reminiscent of a quintessential Queenslander house. […]
Artist in Residence: Hiromi Tango
Artist in Residence: Hiromi Tango Japanese-Australian multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango will start a six-month residency from 2 March 2024 where the contemporary creative will transform Museum of Brisbane’s Adelaide Street Pavilion into a sculptural arrangement of vibrant flowers through the 花弁 Hanabira (Gentle Petal) public installation. As the community-led project begins to blossom, Hiromi invites […]
Playback – Retro Games Mini-Imaginarium
Playback - Retro Games Mini-Imaginarium Get your retro game on at Playback, Bribie Island Seaside Museum’s mini-Imaginarium. This is a free, interactive space full of old school arcade games. Parents, take on your teens and children to show them how original gamers do it. Test your skills and challenge each other at old school favourites […]
The Fish Bowl: Family Fun Art Space
The Fish Bowl: Family Fun Art Space The Fish Bowl is an immersive installation space by Wish you were here artist Kellie O’Dempsey! Using coloured light, collage, and other mediums you can help create an underwater landscape. Each activity explores different approaches to drawing media, collage, gesture, and composition. Watch the landscape change as it […]
design.it
design.it Discover design.it — an innovative all-ages program, blending art, design, and language to inspire creativity in a hands-on environment. Inspired by Articulation + Elsewhere exhibitions, design.it merges art, design, and language, exploring how they connect and empower creative expression and communication. Discover the visual storytelling of design, the poetic elements of language, and the beauty of artistic expression, […]
Snapper Scavenger Hunt
Snapper Scavenger Hunt During the school holidays, get outside and help the community with your family with a fun scavenger hunt! A fun and free activity these school holidays, the Snapper Scavenger Hunt is not just an adventure; it's a chance to make your community a better place while earning awesome new badges. How It […]
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create Are you looking for fun art activities for kids and parents alike? Visit Pine Rivers Art Gallery to explore the exhibition Art Collection Up Close through kid’s craft and play. There are plenty of free kids' activities to explore: - make a mask to blend in or stand out […]
Babes in Arms – Noosaville Library
Babes in Arms - Noosaville Library Families are invited to join the Noosaville Library every Tuesday for the Babes in Arms songs and rhymes session. They can enjoy a special bonding experience with their babies while sharing rhymes and songs in a relaxed group atmosphere. This is a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to […]
Logan NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Logan NAIDOC Family Fun Day This Family Fun Day consists of free performances from local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island artists, cultural workshops, stalls, rides and plenty of food and so much more. This is an alcohol and smoke free event. Come along, bring a friend, bring your family and lets all celebrate together. Enjoy […]
Sailability Come n Try – Gold Coast
Sailability Come n Try - Gold Coast Learn to sail with Sailability, an accessible outdoor activity that offers a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where individuals with disabilities are accepted and encouraged to participate in and enjoy the sport of sailing and other on-water activities. For those seeking to add an outdoor adventure to their […]
Nature by Night Imaginarium
Nature by Night Imaginarium Explore the nocturnal world of Australian wildlife at Redcliffe Museum’s Nature by Night Imaginarium. Learn about some of Australia’s favourite night-time animals and guess the sounds they make. Enjoy the fascinating nocturnal zone and make yourself cosy in our glow worm cave or get creative with at the activity station. There […]
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections Are you fond of collectors and their curiosities? Join Pine Rivers Heritage Museum to experience The Keeper: Collectors and their collections exhibition. People are curious beings and the world is full of curious things. Let your imagination take the lead as you peek into the personal collections of fascinating local […]
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create Are you looking for fun art activities for kids and parents alike? Visit Pine Rivers Art Gallery to explore the exhibition Art Collection Up Close through kid’s craft and play. There are plenty of free kids' activities to explore: - make a mask to blend in or stand out […]
Wheelz
Wheelz Are you looking for a wheely fun activity? Race into Wheelz, the new Imaginarium activity at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum! From car wheels to wagon wheels, come and investigate the history of the wheel and how it keeps us moving. Drop in and drive a special race car, experiment with linear motion using the […]
Babes in Arms – Cooroy Library
Babes in Arms - Cooroy Library Families are invited to join the Cooroy Library every Wednesday for the Babes in Arms songs and rhymes session. They can enjoy a special bonding experience with their babies while sharing rhymes and songs in a relaxed group atmosphere. This is a great opportunity for parents and caregivers to […]
Nature by Night Imaginarium
Nature by Night Imaginarium Explore the nocturnal world of Australian wildlife at Redcliffe Museum’s Nature by Night Imaginarium. Learn about some of Australia’s favourite night-time animals and guess the sounds they make. Enjoy the fascinating nocturnal zone and make yourself cosy in our glow worm cave or get creative with at the activity station. There […]
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections Are you fond of collectors and their curiosities? Join Pine Rivers Heritage Museum to experience The Keeper: Collectors and their collections exhibition. People are curious beings and the world is full of curious things. Let your imagination take the lead as you peek into the personal collections of fascinating local […]
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create Are you looking for fun art activities for kids and parents alike? Visit Pine Rivers Art Gallery to explore the exhibition Art Collection Up Close through kid’s craft and play. There are plenty of free kids' activities to explore: - make a mask to blend in or stand out […]
Wheelz
Wheelz Are you looking for a wheely fun activity? Race into Wheelz, the new Imaginarium activity at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum! From car wheels to wagon wheels, come and investigate the history of the wheel and how it keeps us moving. Drop in and drive a special race car, experiment with linear motion using the […]
Budding Artists – Noosa Regional Gallery
Budding Artists - Noosa Regional Gallery For Ages 1 – 3.5 Years Thursdays 9:30 – 10:15 am Budding artists are invited to participate in sensory games, playful art-making, and an opportunity for parents to connect. These sessions are facilitated by Gallery Staff. Limited spots are available. Booking is essential. *Children must be accompanied by […]
Art Adventures – Noosa Regional Gallery
Art Adventures - Noosa Regional Gallery For Ages 3.5 – 5 Years Thursdays 10:45 – 11:45 am This program is designed for preschool-aged children and their parents or caregivers, introducing art through hands-on sensory fun. Sessions are facilitated by Gallery Staff. Limited spots available. Booking is essential. *Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]
Nature by Night Imaginarium
Nature by Night Imaginarium Explore the nocturnal world of Australian wildlife at Redcliffe Museum’s Nature by Night Imaginarium. Learn about some of Australia’s favourite night-time animals and guess the sounds they make. Enjoy the fascinating nocturnal zone and make yourself cosy in our glow worm cave or get creative with at the activity station. There […]
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create Are you looking for fun art activities for kids and parents alike? Visit Pine Rivers Art Gallery to explore the exhibition Art Collection Up Close through kid’s craft and play. There are plenty of free kids' activities to explore: - make a mask to blend in or stand out […]
Wheelz
Wheelz Are you looking for a wheely fun activity? Race into Wheelz, the new Imaginarium activity at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum! From car wheels to wagon wheels, come and investigate the history of the wheel and how it keeps us moving. Drop in and drive a special race car, experiment with linear motion using the […]
Nature by Night Imaginarium
Nature by Night Imaginarium Explore the nocturnal world of Australian wildlife at Redcliffe Museum’s Nature by Night Imaginarium. Learn about some of Australia’s favourite night-time animals and guess the sounds they make. Enjoy the fascinating nocturnal zone and make yourself cosy in our glow worm cave or get creative with at the activity station. There […]
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections Are you fond of collectors and their curiosities? Join Pine Rivers Heritage Museum to experience The Keeper: Collectors and their collections exhibition. People are curious beings and the world is full of curious things. Let your imagination take the lead as you peek into the personal collections of fascinating local […]
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create
Kids Art Activities: Imagine, Play, Create Are you looking for fun art activities for kids and parents alike? Visit Pine Rivers Art Gallery to explore the exhibition Art Collection Up Close through kid’s craft and play. There are plenty of free kids' activities to explore: - make a mask to blend in or stand out […]
Art Box for Kids
Art Box for Kids Art Box for Kids is an exciting new exhibition series that prioritises sustainable exhibition design and the use of recycled or repurposed activity materials where possible. Each Art Box for Kids exhibition will invite children to meet an artist through an introduction video, see an example of the artist’s work on […]
Wheelz
Wheelz Are you looking for a wheely fun activity? Race into Wheelz, the new Imaginarium activity at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum! From car wheels to wagon wheels, come and investigate the history of the wheel and how it keeps us moving. Drop in and drive a special race car, experiment with linear motion using the […]
Brisbane Open House
Brisbane Open House Brisbane Open Hose will be held on the 13 & 14 July and in the 2024 program, they are doing things a little differently this year! Below are the focal points for this year’s weekend: The program will be geo-focused. This means that, predominantly, the program will be focused in inner-Brisbane. This […]
Redcliffe Markets
Redcliffe Markets Set alongside the picturesque Redcliffe Peninsula, just north of Brisbane, the Redcliffe Markets are an iconic seaside marketplace filled with fresh farm-direct produce (with plenty of organic fruit and veg options) and meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, fresh baked breads, gourmet food and provisions, handmade wares, art ‘n’ craft and SO much more. […]
Nature by Night Imaginarium
Nature by Night Imaginarium Explore the nocturnal world of Australian wildlife at Redcliffe Museum’s Nature by Night Imaginarium. Learn about some of Australia’s favourite night-time animals and guess the sounds they make. Enjoy the fascinating nocturnal zone and make yourself cosy in our glow worm cave or get creative with at the activity station. There […]
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections
The Keeper: Collectors and Their Collections Are you fond of collectors and their curiosities? Join Pine Rivers Heritage Museum to experience The Keeper: Collectors and their collections exhibition. People are curious beings and the world is full of curious things. Let your imagination take the lead as you peek into the personal collections of fascinating local […]
Wheelz
Wheelz Are you looking for a wheely fun activity? Race into Wheelz, the new Imaginarium activity at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum! From car wheels to wagon wheels, come and investigate the history of the wheel and how it keeps us moving. Drop in and drive a special race car, experiment with linear motion using the […]
HOTA Farmers & Artisan Markets
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods. Like […]
Sunday Markets at Brookside
Sunday Markets at Brookside Many locals are aware that the popular Ferny Grove markets recently announced their closure after 60 years of operation due to development works at Ferny Grove station. However, the markets are making a comeback under the same operator! They will be held in the south car park (next to Mt Maria […]
Monday, July 8, 2024
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