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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/
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/the-premiers-reading-challenge/
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CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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SUMMARY:Scenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:Explore the region’s best paddock-to-plate experiences during Scenic Rim Eat Local Month throughout June 2026. Just an hour from Brisbane\, families can enjoy over 45 events including farm tours\, animal encounters\, and hands-on workshops for kids. This month-long celebration offers local produce and country hospitality\, providing the perfect winter adventure for Queensland families. \nScenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026\nFor food-loving families\, Australia’s most authentic food and farming festival is back and bigger than ever for its 15th year! \nScenic Rim Eat Local Month invites you to savour a month-long celebration of award-winning local produce\, farms\, wineries\, distilleries\, and authentic paddock-to-plate experiences\, all just an hour from Brisbane and the Gold Coast. \nEnjoy over 45 family-friendly events designed to get kids outdoors\, hands in the soil\, and imaginations running wild. From picking fresh carrots straight from the paddock to cuddling highland cows and decorating cupcakes with handpicked edible flowers\, the Scenic Rim is your families playground this Eat Local Month. Go behind-the-scenes on working farms\, meet farm animals\, and gather around a campfire for a cosy cookout. \nTo top it off\, enjoy the culinary adventure of the  Winter Harvest Festival\, the signature family event of Eat Local Month\, on June 27th. \nThese fun\, hands-on experiences offer the perfect way to explore the Scenic Rim\, learn where your food comes from\, and make lasting family memories together. \nTickets go on sale 21st April 2026 \nPlan your visit\nWhen: June 2026 \nWhere: Various Scenic Rim venues \nCost: mix of free and ticketed events \nMore information here \n 
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/scenic-rim-eat-local-month/
LOCATION:Scenic Rim\, Multiple Venues\, Scenic Rim\, QLD\, 4309\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Featured Events,Free Activity,Scenic Rim Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260502T042855Z
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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:20260609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260520T064336Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibition - Drawn Together: Help Make Hospital Feel More Like Home
DESCRIPTION:Discover a spectacular\, family-friendly display at the Brisbane Powerhouse this June 2026. The Drawn Together community art project will project stunning drawings nightly\, showcasing what home means to Queenslanders. This inspiring\, free event offers local Brisbane families a wonderful evening out while raising vital support for sick children and the Children’s Hospital Foundation. \nExhibition – Drawn Together: Help Make Hospital Feel More Like Home\nChildren’s Hospital Foundation’s statewide Drawn Together: Help Make Hospital Feel More Like Home community art project invites Queenslanders to share what “home” means to them\, with artworks projected nightly onto Brisbane Powerhouse. \nDrawings of home created by Queenslanders from Mackay to Warwick\, by children receiving care at Queensland Children’s Hospital\, and everywhere in between\, will light up Brisbane Powerhouse this June\, transforming the iconic riverside landmark into a powerful public portrait of support for the state’s sickest children. \nThe large-scale projection will feature contributions from regional communities\, families and children in hospital alongside works from leading Australian artists including First Nations Artist Tori-Jay Mordey\, and Nick Caldwell creating a collective portrait of Queensland and the places people call home. \nFor the one in three children supported by the Children’s Hospital Foundation who travel from outside Greater Brisbane for care at Queensland Children’s Hospital\, hospital can quickly become a home away from home\, often for weeks or months at a time. \nCommunity support means the Foundation can help hospital feel more like home with bedside play\, art packs\, support dog visits\, Music Therapy\, emergency supplies\, a library and more. \nQueenslanders are encouraged to visit the projection throughout the week and reflect on what home means to them\, and help make hospital feel more like home by donating to Children’s Hospital Foundation at childrens.org.au. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Tuesday 9th – Sunday 14th June 2026\, artworks projected nightly from 5pm. \nWhere: Brisbane Powerhouse\, 119 Lamington St\, New Farm 4005 \nCost: free outdoor exhibition\,  Queenslanders are encouraged to visit the projection throughout the week and reflect on what home means to them\, and help make hospital feel more like home by donating to Children’s Hospital Foundation at childrens.org.au. \n 
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/exhibition-drawn-together-help-make-hospital-feel-more-like-home/
LOCATION:Brisbane Powerhouse\, 119 Lamington Street New Farm\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
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SUMMARY:Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery 2026
DESCRIPTION:Gold Coast families looking for engaging\, early childhood activities will love Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery in June 2026. This free monthly program offers local parents and young kids a playful introduction to art through interactive movement and storytelling\, making it a fantastic weekend outing to spark creativity in toddlers. \nArt Explorers at HOTA Gallery 2026\nArt Explorers is a free monthly program at HOTA Gallery designed for young children and their parents or carers. Through playful guided tours\, children are invited to connect with art through movement and storytelling\, nurturing curiosity and creativity along the way. \nRecommended for children aged 2 to 5\, each session runs for 45 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult carer and cannot be left unsupervised at any time. \nTickets are free but registration is required. A link to register can be found on the HOTA website. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Once a month\, 10:30am start \nWhere: HOTA Gallery\, 135 Bundall Rd\, Surfers Paradise\, 4217 \nCost: Free\, registration required \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/art-explorers-at-hota-gallery-2026/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:HOTA\, 135 Bundall Rd\,  Surfers Paradise\, Qld\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:New Farm Park Clean Up for World Environment Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Environment Day with a hands-on community clean-up at New Farm Park this June 2026. Perfect for Brisbane families\, this eco-friendly morning activity teaches kids about sustainability and conservation through positive action. Enjoy a welcoming outdoor experience complete with snacks\, connecting with other local residents while caring for a beloved neighborhood park. \nNew Farm Park Clean Up for World Environment Day\nCelebrate World Environment Day with a hands-on\, family-friendly morning of community action at New Farm Park. \nLeaf Your Mark: The Ultimate Eco-Party! invites Brisbane families to swap the screen for some green and help give one of our much-loved local parks a little extra care. Families will meet near the Dendy Powerhouse Cinema area before heading out in small groups for a relaxed community clean-up around New Farm Park and surrounding areas. \nThis is a fun and welcoming way for children to learn about caring for the environment\, sustainability\, and looking after the shared spaces we all enjoy. After the clean-up\, everyone will come back together for snacks\, connection time\, and a gentle conversation about why environmental conservation matters for future generations. This event is suitable for families\, children\, friends\, and community members who want to do something positive for the planet while enjoying a morning outdoors. \nThe event is jointly organised by Parents for Climate\, Serve the City\, and People Planet Brisbane. \nWhat’s provided: rubbish bags\, gloves\, litter pickers\, a sharps container\, group coordination\, snacks\, and a warm community atmosphere. \nWhat to bring: hat\, sunscreen\, water bottle\, comfortable closed walking shoes\, kids\, friends\, family\, and community spirit. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 13th June 2026\, 10:30am to 1pm \nWhere: New Farm Park\, 1042 Brunswick Street\, New Farm.\nMeeting point: Dendy Powerhouse Cinema area. Look for the Serve the City volunteers and signage on arrival. \nMore information and registration here \n 
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/new-farm-park-clean-up-for-world-environment-day/
LOCATION:New Farm Park\, 1000 Brunswick st\, New farm\, QLD\, 4005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260408T093616Z
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SUMMARY:Taste the Bay - Newport Park
DESCRIPTION:Taste the Bay at Newport Park is a free\, family-friendly food event on Saturday 13 June 2026\, celebrating the best local produce\, artisan makers\, and flavours of the Moreton Bay region alongside live music and creative activities for all ages. \nTaste the Bay – Newport Park\nTaste the Bay is a free\, family-friendly event celebrating the flavours of the Moreton Bay region. \nHead along and explore a range of local food businesses\, farmers\, and artisan makers\, with plenty of fresh produce and delicious options to enjoy. It’s a great opportunity to connect with the people behind the region’s local offerings and support local. \nAlongside the food\, enjoy live music\, creative activities\, and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere designed for all ages. \nThere’ll be food and beverages available across the site\, including a licensed area. \nBring your family and friends and enjoy a day out discovering what makes the Moreton Bay region unique. \nOpen to all ages. \nProudly presented by the City of Moreton Bay \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 13th June 2026\, 11am – 14pm \nWhere: Newport Park\, Spinnaker Boulevard\, Newport \nCost: \nMore information here 
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/taste-the-bay-newport-park/
LOCATION:Newport Park\, Spinnaker Boulevard\, Newport\, Queensland\, 4020\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mask Events":MAILTO:info@maskevents.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:HOTA Hawker Night Market
DESCRIPTION:The HOTA Hawker Night Markets are returning this June 2026 for a massive evening of food\, culture\, and entertainment perfect for Brisbane families. This open-air market features over 150 gourmet food and artisan stalls\, live music\, and roaming performers\, offering a fantastic lakeside night out that kids and parents will love. \nHOTA Hawker Night Market 2026\nGet ready to treat all five senses at the HOTA Hawker Night Markets\, returning for a huge night of food\, culture and entertainment on Saturday 13th June. \nInspired by the bustling hawker centres of Southeast Asia\, this open-air event features 150+ gourmet and artisan stalls\, from Asian street food favourites and sweet treats to handmade artisan finds. Visitors are invited to grab their eats\, find a spot on the grass and soak up the sunset over Evandale Lake as live music and roaming performers set the vibe against the iconic Surfers Paradise skyline. \nWith an unforgettable atmosphere\, stunning lakeside views and something to satisfy every craving\, the HOTA Hawker Night Markets promise a night the whole family will love. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 13th June 2026\, 4pm – 9pm \nWhere: HOTA Hawker Night Market\, 135 Bundall Rd\, Surfers Paradise\, 4217 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information: here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/hota-hawker-night-market/
LOCATION:HOTA\, 135 Bundall Rd\,  Surfers Paradise\, Qld\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Gold Coast Events,Markets
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260523T063602Z
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SUMMARY:Oxley Community Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Oxley Community Festival returns to Club Oxley this June 2026\, offering a fantastic free day out for Brisbane families. This popular neighborhood event features free rides\, a petting zoo\, fireworks\, and live music. It is the perfect weekend outing for parents seeking fun\, budget-friendly activities for kids. \nOxley Community Festival 2026\nClub Oxley welcomes the community back for the Oxley Community Festival in 2026\, and this year is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. \nLast year more than 2\,500 locals came through the gates\, and the formula remains the same: free entry\, free rides\, a petting zoo\, face painting\, live music\, food trucks\, a sausage sizzle\, family games\, raffles\, and a great selection of drinks. It is still run entirely by volunteers\, and it is still the one day a year when half the suburb seems to bump into each other at the same time. \nMore details including the confirmed date and full program will be announced soon. Stay tuned and keep an eye on the page so you do not miss a thing. \nCome and join us at this family friendly event for:\n Free Entry Free rides Oxley Community Free Family Disco Petting zoo Fireworks\n🏴󠁣󠁧󠀱󠀲󠁿 Splash pool Free family games and activities Food trucks and sausage sizzle Live music Great selection of drinks Free face painting Lots of other fun!\n\n\nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 13th June 2026\, 1pm – 7pm \nWhere: Oxley Club\, Oxley Bowls Club\, Englefield Rd\, Oxley 4075 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information: here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/oxley-community-festival/
LOCATION:Oxley Bowls Club\, Englefield Road\, Oxley\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:Echidna Workshop - Samford Conservation Park
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane families looking for unique outdoor activities will love the Echidna Workshop at Samford Conservation Park in June 2026. This free hands-on event teaches kids and parents how to track native wildlife with an expert ecologist. Participants can meet conservation detection dogs and enjoy a guided nature walk through the park. \nEchidna Workshop – Samford Conservation Park\nDiscover the secret world of the short-beaked echidna with wildlife ecologist Dr Kate Dutton-Regester at Samford Conservation Park. \nThis hands-on workshop covers echidna ecology and teaches participants how to identify signs of echidna activity in the field\, including scats\, tracks and diggings. Observations made on the day can also be contributed to EchidnaWatch\, helping researchers better understand echidna distribution\, behaviour and habitat use across Queensland. \nParticipants will also get to meet Jayda and Jarrah\, conservation detection dogs\, and learn how trained dogs are used to support wildlife research on the ground. \nThe workshop begins with a presentation before heading outdoors for a guided walk. Meet at the Ironbark Gully picnic area\, north of the carpark. Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable walking gear. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 13th June 2026\, 9:30am – 11:30am \nWhere: Ironbark Gully Car Park\, 81 Samford Road\, Ferny Hills 4055 \nCost: Free\, registration required \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/echidna-workshop-samford-conservation-park/
LOCATION:Ironbark Gully Carpark\, 81 Samford Road\, Ferny Hills\, Queensland\, 4055\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260523T052838Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T052838Z
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SUMMARY:G’day Little Queenslanders! Brisbane North
DESCRIPTION:Join other local families at 7th Brigade Park for G’day Little Queenslanders\, a free community celebration held in Chermside this June 2026. This exciting Brisbane event for kids features a live interactive experience with Bluey and Bingo\, creative activities\, and food trucks. It is the perfect outing for parents seeking fun\, resource-filled experiences with their little ones. \nG’day Little Queenslanders!\nJoin us for a morning of free children’s entertainment and family-friendly activities\, featuring a Live Interactive Experience with Bluey and Bingo – with live kids’ entertainment to get tiny toes tapping and hands clapping\, and creative\, imagination-sparking activities for the whole family. \nYou can explore information stalls about essential government resources and local services\, grab a bite to eat from food and beverage trucks\, and unwind in relaxing spaces designed for families to enjoy together. \nTo celebrate our youngest residents (0 – 2 years)\, families can register to receive a personalised certificate to officially welcome their Little Queenslander into the community. \nGet in early\, the first 200 little Queenslanders at the event will receive a free kids’ bucket hat!\nRegister now via the website to receive a personalised certificate for your Little Queenslander and to keep up to date with the latest event information. \nAll locations: \nBundaberg (G’day Bundaberg) Saturday 9 May Alexandra Park Central\, Quay Street\, Bundaberg \nBrisbane South (G’day Brisbane) Sunday 17 May Whites Hill Reserve\, 258 Boundary Road\, Camp Hill \nLogan (G’day Logan) Sunday 24 May Location: Mabel Park\, Paradise Road\, Slacks Creek; 9am – 12pm \nBrisbane North (G’day Brisbane) Sunday 14 June Location: 7th Brigade Park\, Murphy Road\, Chermside; 9am – 12pm \nSunshine Coast (G’day Sunshine Coast) Sunday 28 June Location: Coming soon \nRedcliffe (G’day Redcliffe) Sunday 12 July Location: Coming soon \nRockhampton (G’day Rockhampton) Sunday 2 August Location: Coming soon \nTownsville (G’day Townsville) Sunday 16 August Location: Coming soon \nBrisbane West (G’day Brisbane) Sunday 23 August Location: Coming soon \nMackay (G’day Mackay) Saturday 5 September Location: Coming soon \nCairns (G’day Cairns) Sunday 13 September Location: Coming soon \nGold Coast (G’day Gold Coast) Sunday 27 September Location: Coming soon \nIpswich (G’day Ipswich) Sunday 11 October Location: Coming soon \nToowoomba (G’day Toowoomba) Sunday 18 October Location: Coming soon \nThese events are free family celebrations designed for young children (0–2 years) and their families\, often featuring live entertainment\, food trucks\, and government resource stalls. Location details for the “Coming soon” dates are usually updated on the website closer to the event month. \nPlan your visit\nWhere: Various locations \nCost: Free\, registration required \nMore information and registration here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/gday-little-queenslanders-brisbane-north/
LOCATION:various locations around Queensland\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
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SUMMARY:Valley Fest (Lockyer)
DESCRIPTION:Valley Fest (Lockyer) 2026\nValley Fest 2026 invites the community to enjoy a fabulous family day out in the Lockyer Valley\, a scenic and easy drive from Brisbane\, perfect for a relaxed day trip. Set in Gatton\, this free event brings together live music and entertainment alongside a diverse range of food vendors\, market stalls\, and community information displays. \nFamilies are encouraged to get involved in a variety of free activities and games\, with plenty of opportunities for all ages to join in the fun. One of the highlights of the day will be the search for the 2026 Watermelon Eating Champion\, adding a playful and competitive twist to the festivities. \nAffordable amusement wristbands will be available\, offering unlimited access to rides and amusements\, with standard age and height restrictions applying. Wristbands can be purchased in advance from the Lockyer Community Centre reception or on the day at the event. More attractions and entertainment details will be announced soon. \nValley Fest (Lockyer) 2026 details\nWhen: Sunday 14th June\, 10am – 3pm \nWhere: Littleton Park\, 23 Hickey St\, Gatton 4343 \nCost: Free entry\, $8.00 per amusement band. (unlimited access to amusements) Ride / Amusement \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/valley-fest-lockyer/
LOCATION:Littleton Park\, Gatton\, 23 Hickey Street\, Gatton\, Queensland\, 4343\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity
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SUMMARY:RACQ MotorFest 2026
DESCRIPTION:RACQ MotorFest returns to the Brisbane Showgrounds this June 2026\, offering an action-packed day out for motoring enthusiasts and local families. This popular annual event showcases a massive collection of vintage and collector vehicles alongside the latest transport technology. With free amusement rides\, face painting\, and roving entertainment\, it provides incredible value for kids and parents looking for high-quality outdoor fun in the heart of Brisbane \nRACQ MotorFest 2026\nThe fun\, atmosphere and excitement of RACQ MotorFest returns to the iconic Brisbane Showgrounds on Sunday 14th June 2026. This much-loved annual event is a vibrant celebration of all things motoring\, past\, present and future\, and this year it’s bigger than ever with more cars\, more food\, more kids’ entertainment and more exhibitors than before. \nRunning from 10am to 3pm\, RACQ MotorFest offers a full day of entertainment for the whole family. Visitors can explore an incredible array of prestige\, vintage\, unique and collector vehicles\, alongside the latest in vehicle and transport technology in the RACQ Future Zone. \nThere’s plenty beyond the car displays too. Roving entertainment\, amusement rides and face painting are all included with entry\, plus RACQ and partner trade stalls packed with competitions and giveaways. The kids will be kept busy all day\, while motoring fans of every kind will find plenty to see and explore. \nThe majority of MotorFest is set on bitumen\, making it easily accessible by wheelchair. The oval area\, which is grass and dirt\, is the main exception. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Sunday 14th June\, 10am – 3pm \nWhere: Brisbane Showgrounds\, 600 Gregory Terrace\, Bowen Hills Brisbane 4006 \nCost: $2\, Kids under 3 free\, with proceeds supporting the RACQ Foundation. Tickets can be purchased at the entry gates with either cash or card. Pre-sale tickets are not available. \nFor more information or to register your vehicle visit RACQ MotorFest
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/racq-motorfest/
LOCATION:Brisbane Showgrounds\, 600 Gregory Terrace Bowen Hills \, Brisbane \, QLD\, 4006\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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SUMMARY:Jan Power's Farmers Market @ Eagle Farm
DESCRIPTION:The 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 features farm-fresh produce\, delicious food stalls\, and artisan products\, providing a premium foodie experience for kids and parents in a historic\, spacious setting. \nJan Power’s Farmers Market @ Eagle Farm\nJan Powers Farmers Markets has launched a new weekly market at Eagle Farm Racecourse\, bringing its signature carefully curated mix of farm-fresh produce\, coffee\, flowers\, hot and cold food\, bakery goods\, plants and artisan products to Brisbane’s inner north. Running every Sunday\, it promises a premium weekly food experience in one of the city’s most historic venues. \nThe spacious\, country-meets-city atmosphere makes for an ideal Sunday outing for the whole family\, including dogs\, with free entry for all. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Every Sunday\, 7am – 1pm \nWhere: Eagle Farm Racecourse\, 230 Lancaster Road\, Ascot 4007 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/jan-powers-farmers-market-eagle-farm/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Eagle Farm Markets\, 230 Lancaster Rd\, Ascot\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Day in the Park - Gold Coast
DESCRIPTION:Looking for the perfect family day out? The Motherhood Village Family Fun Day in the Park comes to the Gold Coast this June 2026\, offering Brisbane and local families a fantastic free event. Packed with live music\, kids’ zones\, sports\, and face painting\, this community gathering supports vital maternal mental health charity initiatives. \nFamily Fun Day in the Park – Gold Coast\nMotherhood Village invites families to a free\, fun-filled day of live music\, kids’ activities\, games\, food\, and community — all while supporting a meaningful cause. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic rug and enjoy a relaxed day in the park with something for everyone\, including: \n\nLive music by Hanlon Brothers\nFree face painting and kids’ zones\nSports and games with Little Sports Heroes\, Motiv8 Sports\, and Diary Dolls\nPilates for parents with Pilates & Co\nFood trucks\, coffee\, and fairy floss\nRotary Surfers Paradise sausage sizzle\nRaffles and fundraising prizes\n\nMotherhood Village is a Gold Coast charity providing free mental health peer support and care navigation for mothers during pregnancy and early parenthood. Every dollar raised supports the mental health and wellbeing of Gold Coast mothers and families. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Sunday 14th June 2026\, 10am – 2pm \nWhere: Roma Park\, 13 Verona Avenue\, Isle of Capri\, Surfers Paradise 4217 \nCost: Free – all welcome \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/family-fun-day-in-the-park-gold-coast/
LOCATION:Roma Park\, Gold Coast\, 13 Verona Avenue\, Surfers Paradise\, Queensland\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:FIFA World Cup™ live site at South Bank
DESCRIPTION:Cheer on the Socceroos at the free FIFA World Cup live site at South Bank this June 2026. Located at the Cultural Forecourt\, this family-friendly event features a massive screen\, food trucks\, and a great community atmosphere. It is the perfect spot for Brisbane kids and soccer-loving families to catch the action. \nFIFA World Cup™ live site at South Bank\nBrisbane\, it’s time to get behind the green and gold. Gather your mates and cheer on the Socceroos at the World Cup Live Site at South Bank’s Cultural Forecourt\, located beside the Brisbane Sign. \nThe Live Site will screen every Socceroos match\, along with select matches scheduled immediately before and after Australian fixtures. Entry is free\, with the site operating on a first come\, first served basis. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for security screening and to secure a spot before capacity is reached. \nThe licensed site will feature food trucks\, a bar\, coffee vendors and a big-screen viewing experience\, with security and bag checks in place prior to entry. Fans are encouraged to register their interest online to assist with event planning and attendance forecasting.\nPlease note that registration does not guarantee entry to the Live Site. \nAdditional screening days may be added across the tournament\, subject to demand. \nMatch schedule\nSunday 14 June – Site open 7:00am to 5:00pm \n8:00am: Brazil vs Morocco\n11:00am: Haiti vs Scotland\n2:00pm: Australia vs Türkiye \nSaturday 20 June – Site open 4:00am to 4:00pm \n5:00am: Australia vs USA\n8:00am: Scotland vs Morocco\n10:30am: Brazil vs Haiti\n1:00pm: Türkiye vs Paraguay \nFriday 26 June – Site open 5:30am to 3:00pm \n6:00am: Ecuador vs Germany / Curaçao vs Côte d’Ivoire\n9:00am: Tunisia vs Netherlands / Japan vs Sweden\n12:00pm: Paraguay vs Australia / Türkiye vs USA \nAdditional screening days may be added across the tournament\, subject to demand. Check Visit Brisbane for the latest information on opening times\, transport\, accessibility and permitted and prohibited items before attending. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Sunday 7th\, 14th\, 20th & 26th June\, 2026 \nWhere: Brisbane Sign\, South Bank Cultural Forecourt\, South Brisbane \nCost: Free \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/fifa-world-cup-live-site-at-south-bank/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Cultural Forecourt\, South Bank\, Russell Street\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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