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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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Brisbane Sculpture Festival
Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2025 This July, the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens will come alive with creativity as the Brisbane Sculpture Festival returns, turning the gardens into an inspiring outdoor gallery the whole family can enjoy. Presented by Sculptors Queensland, the free event features both indoor and outdoor exhibitions with stunning works by local sculptors – […]
Caboolture Family Fun Day
Caboolture Family Fun Day The popular annual Caboolture Family Fun Day returns to Centenary Lakes Park on Monday 11 August, coinciding with the Moreton Bay Region’s EKKA public holiday. This free community event offers a budget-friendly alternative to the EKKA, with a full day of colour, fun and family-friendly activities. Running from 10am to 4pm, […]
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CrAzY DaY @ Cleveland Markets
CrAzY DaY @ Cleveland Markets Crazy Day 2025 is coming to Bloomfield Street this Ekka Wednesday, 13th August, and promises to be the biggest market day of the year! Following last year’s weather-related cancellation, this much-loved event is returning in full force — and the excitement is real. Locals, regulars, visitors, and stallholders are all […]
St Margaret’s 2025 Open Morning
St Margaret's 2025 Open Morning Held during EKKA Week, the second Open Morning for 2025 offers prospective families a valuable opportunity to experience life at the School. Guests will hear from Principal Ms Ros Curtis AM before taking a student-led tour of the campus, including classrooms, facilities, and the boarding house. The morning concludes with […]
World Lizard Day at Kumbartcho Sanctuary
World Lizard Day at Kumbartcho Sanctuary Join the team from Geckoes Wildlife at Kumbartcho Sanctuary for a fun and interactive celebration of World Lizard Day — a free family-friendly event where curious minds can learn all about our incredible local lizards! Discover fascinating facts about these often misunderstood reptiles, including: 🦎 Which lizards give birth […]
Buderim Street Party
Buderim Street Party 2025 Buderim is set to come alive once again as the beloved Buderim Street Party makes its highly anticipated return after a short hiatus. This vibrant community celebration will light up the top of Buderim Mountain with an evening of live music, delicious food, and family-friendly entertainment. Proudly hosted by the Lions […]
Movies Under the Stars @ Robina – IF
Movies Under the Stars @ Robina – IF Movies Under the Stars is a free and fun family event with food trucks, ice-cream and, of course, popcorn. What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars in the brand new Greenheart Parklands at Robina! Bring your own picnic or […]
Disco Dreamland – A Night to Sparkle!
Disco Dreamland – A Night to Sparkle! Disco Dreamland – A Night to Sparkle will transform the Bulimba Community Centre into a retro-inspired dance floor, with DJ Kat spinning classic disco hits and party favourites. Guests are encouraged to dress in their brightest, sparkliest, and grooviest outfits for a night of dancing, fun, and community […]
Tui ‘n’ Friends @ The State Library
Tui ‘n’ Friends @ The State Library Tui ‘n’ Friends invites families to experience the vibrant rhythms of Pasifika music and culture each Saturday morning. With traditional and original songs, storytelling, and dancing, these lively and interactive sessions are sure to get the whole Aiga (family) moving. This free activity requires no bookings—simply drop in […]
Free
RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre Open Days
RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre Sunday Open Days Showcasing the incredible history of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the Heritage Centre has displays that include Sabre and Mirage fighter jets, a flawless WWII Jeep, Sioux and Iroquois helicopters and a Caribou airlifter. The museum pays particular attention to the history of aviation at the […]
Free
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 […]
Free
UQ Gatton Open Day
UQ Gatton Open Day 2025 The University of Queensland warmly invites prospective students and their families to Open Day at the Gatton campus. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore study options in agriculture, agribusiness, and plant, animal and veterinary sciences, while experiencing life at one of Australia’s leading regional university campuses. Visitors to […]
Skywhales Sunshine Coast
Skywhales Sunshine Coast The Skywhales are coming to the Sunshine Coast for one of their first-ever presentations in South-East Queensland, bringing with them a breathtaking experience like no other. Touring from the National Gallery of Australia, Patricia Piccinini’s monumental hot air balloon sculptures - Skywhale and Skywhalepapa will float above the dawn skies at the […]
Monday, August 11, 2025
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Friday, August 15, 2025
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Saturday, August 16, 2025
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Sunday, August 17, 2025
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