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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/
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CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
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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:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260520T082753Z
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SUMMARY:The Red Dress exhibition
DESCRIPTION: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 September 2026. This award-winning project showcases incredible collaborative creativity\, uniting 380 international embroiderers to create one extraordinary Guinness World Record garment. \nThe Red Dress exhibition\nCollaborative creativity from 380 embroiderers in 51 countries interwoven into one garment. \nThe Red Dress is an award-winning global community art project conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod\, spanning 14 years and uniting 380 embroiderers across 51 countries into a single\, extraordinary garment. Museum of Brisbane and Warwick Art Gallery will jointly exhibit the work in a significant coup for Queensland\, marking its first ever showing in Australia. \nOriginally designed to spark conversations about identity\, the project has evolved into a powerful platform for self-expression\, amplifying marginalised voices and addressing social issues through traditional embroidery and intricate stitchwork. From 2009 to 2023\, pieces of the dress travelled the globe\, embroidered by 367 women\, 11 men and two non-binary artists from 51 countries\, among them refugees\, asylum seekers\, survivors of war\, and disadvantaged women worldwide. The project carries local resonance too\, with Brisbane connections woven throughout. \nConstructed from 87 panels of burgundy silk dupion\, the completed dress weighs 6.8kg and holds a Guinness World Record for the largest collaborative embroidery project. It is estimated to contain between one and 1.5 billion stitches\, each one weighted with personal story and signifying the enduring link between artisans\, first-time embroiderers\, and diverse audiences around the world. \nBrisbane’s AllThreads community created a detailed and highly skilled embroidery for Australia’s contribution to the global project\, capturing the country’s unique landscape\, flora and fauna. \nOn display in Australia for the first time\, textile and embroidery artists and general audiences alike are invited to marvel at the delicate details of this deeply thought-provoking work. All 141 embroiderers with commissioned contributions received compensation\, along with a share of exhibition fees and merchandise sales. The Red Dress has previously been exhibited in major galleries and at political gatherings internationally. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 25th July – Sunday 13th September 2026\, 10am – 5pm daily. \nWhere: Museum of Brisbane\, Level 3\, Brisbane City Hall\, 64 Adelaide St\, Brisbane City 4000 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/the-red-dress-exhibition/
LOCATION:Museum of Brisbane\, Lv 3\, Brisbane City Hall\, 64 Adelaide St\, Brisbane City QLD 4000\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
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SUMMARY:Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 Brisbane kids and parents a wonderful opportunity to explore a scenic sculpture trail and enjoy hands-on art demonstrations together. \nBrisbane Sculpture Festival 2026\nMt 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. \nPresented by Sculptors Queensland\, the free event features both indoor and outdoor exhibitions showcasing works by some of Queensland’s most prominent sculptors\, from bold and contemporary to whimsical and thought-provoking. Every piece is available for purchase\, and visitors are encouraged to vote in the People’s Choice award for their favourites. A gold coin donation or raffle ticket purchase is appreciated. \nThe indoor exhibition is held at the Mt Coot-tha Auditorium from 1st to 9th August (open daily 10am to 4pm)\, where visitors can view works up close and speak directly with the sculptors. \nThe outdoor sculpture trail winds through the beautiful botanic gardens from 1st August to 30th October (open daily 10am to 4pm)\, with sculptures of all shapes and sizes tucked among the greenery. \nSculpture demonstrations will be held on selected dates throughout the festival\, and small group tours of the outdoor trail are available by appointment. Free parking is available in the gardens’ main carpark\, with overflow parking accessible via Ada Street. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: \n\nOutdoor Exhibition Saturday 1st August until Friday 30th October 2026 during the Garden opening hours (10am – 4pm);\nIndoor Exhibition Saturday 1st August to Sunday 9th August 2026 (10am – 4pm)\n\nWhere: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens & Mt Coot-tha Auditorium\, 170 Mt Coot-tha Road\, Mt Coot-tha \nCost: Free Admission. Gold coin donation or purchase of raffle tickets appreciated for this exhibition with fabulous sculptural and other prizes available. \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-sculpture-festival/
LOCATION:Qld
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260811
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SUMMARY:Caboolture Family Fun Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Moreton Bay public holiday at the Caboolture Family Fun Day this August 2026. Held at the Caboolture Showgrounds\, this free community event offers Brisbane families a budget-friendly alternative to the Ekka\, featuring unlimited free amusement rides\, live entertainment\, food trucks\, face painting\, and showbags for a perfect kid-friendly outing. \nCaboolture Family Fun Day 2026\nThe popular annual Caboolture Family Fun Day returns on Monday 10th August\, coinciding with the Moreton Bay Region’s Ekka public holiday. This free community event\, presented by City of Moreton Bay\, offers a budget-friendly alternative to the Ekka\, with a full day of fun and family-friendly activities for all ages. \nThis year\, the much-loved event moves to Caboolture Showgrounds\, transforming the venue into a giant family playground packed with unlimited free amusement rides\, live entertainment\, market stalls\, food trucks\, and interactive experiences. Visitors can also pick up themed show bags and enjoy face painting throughout the day. \nCaboolture Family Fun Day has become a favourite on the local events calendar\, bringing the community together and creating memorable experiences for residents of all ages. \nPlan your visit  \nWhen: Monday 10th August 2026\, 10am – 4pm  \nWhere: Caboolture Showgrounds\, 140 Beerburrum Rd\, Caboolture 4510 \nCost: Free entry  \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/caboolture-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:Caboolture Showgrounds\, 140 Beerburrum Rd\, Caboolture \, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260812
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SUMMARY:St Margaret's Open Morning
DESCRIPTION:Held during EKKA Week on Tuesday 11 August\, St Margaret’s Open Morning in Ascot\, Brisbane\, invites visitors to hear from the Acting Principal\, Mrs Nicole Devlin\, take a student-led tour\, and enjoy morning tea on the terraces\, where senior staff will be available to answer any questions. \nSt Margaret’s Open Morning\nJoin St Margaret’s for their Open Morning in August 2026. Guests will have the opportunity to hear from St Margaret’s Acting Principal\, Mrs Nicole Devlin\, before taking a tour with students and enjoying morning tea overlooking the city skyline\, where senior staff will be on hand to answer questions. \nSchedule: \n\n8.30am – Registration opens in the Philip Harris Gym\, with a performance from our music students\n9.00am – Acting Principal’s Address\n9.30am – Guided Primary and Secondary School tours led by students\, showcasing learning in action (including a boarding house tour for prospective boarders)\n10.30–11.30am – Morning tea in the Arts Centre Foyer\, overlooking the Brisbane skyline\, with curriculum and extracurricular displays staffed by senior leaders\n\nPlan your visit\nWHEN: Tuesday\, 11th August 2026\, from 8:30am \nWHERE: Philip Harris Gym\, St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School\, 11 Petrie Street\, Ascot\, QLD \nCOST: Entry to the event is free. \nRegistration is required. \nMore info \nFind out more about St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School in our Education section.
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/st-margarets-open-morning/
LOCATION:St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School\, 11 Petrie Street\, Ascot\, QLD\, 4007\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260813
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SUMMARY:Crazy Day 2026 @ Cleveland Markets
DESCRIPTION:CLEVELAND’S BIGGEST MARKET DAY OF THE YEAR IS BACK!\nGet ready for CRAZY DAY 2026 at Cleveland Markets! \nWith 90+ amazing market stalls\, this is the market event you don’t want to miss! \n– Fun for the whole family\n– Delicious food\n– Ice cream\n– Live music\n– Live entertainment\n– Face painting\n– Show bags\n– Unique handmade gifts\, fashion\, homewares & so much more! \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12th August 2026\, 9:00am – 2:00pm\nWhere: Bloomfield Street\, Cleveland \nClick “going” on our Facebook event:  https://www.facebook.com/share/1HV1UdHdmL/ \nSee you on Bloomfield Street\, for the biggest and craziest market day ever!
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/crazy-day-cleveland-markets/
LOCATION:Cleveland Markets\, 115 Bloomfield Street\, Cleveland\, QLD\, 4163\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260813
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SUMMARY:EKKA show holiday fun at IndigiScapes
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy nature-based family fun at IndigiScapes on the Ekka show holiday this August 2026. Perfect for Brisbane kids\, this free ticketed event features outdoor play\, science film screenings\, scenic bushwalks\, and native botanic gardens\, offering parents a wonderful environment-focused day out in Capalaba. Book your free tickets early to secure entry. \nEKKA show holiday fun at IndigiScapes\nRedland City Council is welcoming Brisbane neighbours to come and play at IndigiScapes on the Ekka Show holiday\, with a free ticketed day packed with nature-based fun for the whole family. \nStart the morning with a delicious breakfast at IndigiCafe before letting the kids burn off some energy at Big Backyard Play\, featuring extra loose play items and nature-based activities in the playground area. After all that outdoor fun\, treat yourself to IndigiCafe’s Ekka-stra special strawberry ice cream sundae\, available for a limited time only. \nMake a full day of it by exploring the Discovery Centre\, wandering through the native botanic gardens\, or taking a stroll along the scenic bushwalking trails. The Theatrette will also be offering free screenings of short films (PG) from SCINEMA\, an international science film festival\, as part of National Science Week. Bring a picnic lunch or settle in on the verandah at IndigiCafe\, serving locally inspired food and drinks with a bush tucker twist. The Eco gift shop and nursery are also on hand for native plant advice and a little shopping on the way out. \nTickets are free but required. Book in advance to secure a spot. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Wednesday 12th August 2026\, 8am – 3pm \nWhere: Redlands Indigiscapes Centre\, 17 Runnymede Rd\, Capalaba 4157 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/ekka-show-holiday-fun-at-indigiscapes/
LOCATION:IndigiScapes\, Capalaba\, Redlands IndigiScapes Centre\, 17 Runnymede Rd\, Capalaba. Onsite parking available\, Redlands\, QLD\, 4157\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260709T102202Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays at the Bardon Markets
DESCRIPTION:Unwind at the end of the week at Fridays at the Bardon Markets\, a relaxed weekly night market perfect for families looking for an easy dinner out. This July 2026\, Brisbane kids and parents can enjoy an international lineup of food vendors\, a community bar\, and live music at this dog-friendly suburban gathering. \nFridays at the Bardon Markets\nFridays at the Bardon Markets is a relaxed weekly night market in the suburbs\, bringing together dinner\, drinks\, and family fun every Friday evening. \nThe markets feature a diverse rotating lineup of food vendors spanning cuisines from around the world\, including artisan pizza\, Moroccan\, Thai\, Malaysian\, Korean\, Indonesian\, and Indian street food\, alongside gluten-free options\, frozen yogurt\, tiramisu\, and artisan mead. The bar serves up drinks in a relaxed\, community atmosphere. \nLive music\, heaters\, and undercover seating make for a comfortable evening out whatever the weather. The markets are dog friendly\, family friendly\, and easy to get to with plenty of parking nearby. \nMore than just a market\, Fridays at the Bardon Markets is a weekly celebration of local community. Visitors are encouraged to bring friends\, family\, and the dog for a great Friday night out in the suburbs \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday evenings\, 4:00pm – 8:30pm \nWhere: Bardon Markets\, Corner of Baroona Rd & Rainworth Rd\, Bardon \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/fridays-at-the-bardon-markets/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:Bardon Markets\, Corner of Baroona Rd and Rainworth Rd\, Bardon\, Qld\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
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SUMMARY:Gold Coast's Next Top Dogel
DESCRIPTION:Gold Coast families looking for a fun day out will love Gold Coast’s Next Top Dogel at Sanctuary Cove in August 2026. This free\, dog-friendly community event features entertaining canine competitions\, market stalls\, and kids face painting\, making it the perfect weekend activity for local parents\, children\, and their favourite furry friends. \nGold Coast’s Next Top Dogel\nGold Coast’s Next Top Dogel is a community event celebrating the region’s most lovable\, talented and downright adorable dogs. Formerly known as Main Beach’s Next Top Dogel\, the event has been rebranded and relocated to Sanctuary Cove\, offering a spacious and scenic backdrop for a family-friendly day out. \nLocal pups compete for the coveted Next Top Dogel crown across a range of categories\, including Best Big Dog\, Best Medium Dog\, Best Small Dog\, Best Groomed\, Best Dressed and Cutest Puppy. There are also fun categories for Best Trick and Best Owner and Dog Costume. Entrant images will be judged ahead of the event\, with the top six in each category invited to parade on the day. All finalists must be available to attend in person. \nThe Dachshund Dash is a crowd favourite\, giving sausage dogs the chance to race for glory and make it through to the final. Dogs can be entered into the Dachshund Dash by ticking the relevant box when submitting a competition entry. \nAnyone attending with a dog is welcome to walk the Harmony Early Education Grand Parade for a chance to win two nights at InterContinental Hayman Island Great Barrier Reef\, including breakfast and luxury launch transfers for two adults (flights not included). This is the Lucky Dog Draw. \nThe day also features market stalls open from 9am to 1.30pm\, with dog treats\, clothing\, pet accessories and more\, plus kids face painting\, a kombi photobooth and caricatures. \nWhether your dog is a trick master\, a social butterfly or simply a very good boy or girl\, this is a great day out for pets and their people. Details on how to enter can be found on the event website. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 15th August 2026\, 10am – 2:30pm \nWhere: Marine Village Sanctuary Cove\, Masthead Way\, Hope Island\, 4212 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information: here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/gold-coasts-next-top-dogel/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Cove\, 1 Masthead Way\, Sanctuary Cove\, Queensland\, 4212\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:Rewind the Good Times - Coombabah SHS turns 40!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate four decades of memories at Coombabah State High School’s 40th anniversary event this August 2026. Perfect for local Gold Coast and Brisbane families\, this free community afternoon features delicious food trucks\, live entertainment\, school tours\, and nostalgia-filled memorabilia displays to connect past and present students for a memorable celebration. \nRewind the Good Times – Coombabah SHS turns 40!\n\n\nCoombabah State High School is turning 40\, and the whole community is invited to celebrate with an afternoon of food\, fun\, and flashbacks. \nRewind the Good Times is a chance to reconnect with old friends\, former staff\, and the Coombabah community from years gone by. Whether attending in the 80s\, 90s\, 2000s\, or beyond\, this is the perfect opportunity to relive the memories and celebrate the journey together. \nThe afternoon features food trucks\, live entertainment\, school tours\, and a display of memorabilia and memories. Families\, former students\, and classmates are all welcome to come celebrate the past\, present\, and future of Coombabah SHS. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 15th August 2026\, 3pm – 7pm \nWhere: Coombabah State High School\, 550 Pine Ridge Rd\, Coombabah 4216 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/rewind-the-good-times-coombabah-shs-turns-40/
LOCATION:Coombabah State High School\, 550 Pine Ridge Road\, Coombabah\, Queensland\, 4216\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:Walking with Invasives - Biosecurity Trail at the Botanic Gardens
DESCRIPTION:What does a fish\, a beetle and an ant have in common? \nFind out on the Walking with Invasives Biosecurity Trail during National Biosecurity Week\, while enjoying a day out at Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens. \nThis free\, self-guided experience will introduce you to some of Queensland’s most significant invasive species threats and show how everyone can play a part in protecting our environment\, agriculture and communities. Each sign delves into an invasive species and has QR codes that unlock extra facts and information. \nThe Walking with Invasives Biosecurity Trail will run for several weeks across the end of August and early September to celebrate National Biosecurity Week (24-30 August). \nPlay your visit\nWhen: 15 August – 6 September \nWhere: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens (See the information desk) \nMore information
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/walking-with-invasives-biosecurity-trail-at-the-botanic-gardens/
LOCATION:Brisbane Botanic Gardens\, Mt Coot-tha\, Mt Coot-tha Road\, Toowong\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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SUMMARY:Brisbane West Eco Fest
DESCRIPTION:Discover eco-friendly inspiration at the Brisbane West Eco Fest this August 2026. Hosted at The Gap State High School\, this free community event offers local families sustainability stalls\, guest speakers\, fun activities\, and free native plants\, making it a fantastic weekend outing for eco-conscious parents and kids. \nBrisbane West Eco Fest 2026\nBrisbane West Eco Fest is returning to The Gap at The Gap State High School! \nThis free\, community-run\, family-friendly event brings together community\, creativity\, and sustainability for people living in The Gap and surrounding suburbs. \nEnjoy a fun and informative day of sustainability-oriented stalls\, guest speakers\, displays\, activities\, entertainment\, food\, and free native plants – with plenty of inspiration for how you can get involved in building a greener future. \nPlan your trip\nWhen: Sunday 16th August 2026\, from 10am to 3pm \nWhere: The Gap State High School\, 1013 Waterworks Rd\, The Gap 4061. \nCost: Free entry \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-west-eco-fest/
LOCATION:The Gap State High School\, 1020 Waterworks Rd\, The Gap\, qld\, 4061\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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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/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Eagle Farm Markets\, 230 Lancaster Rd\, Ascot\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Markets
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SUMMARY:PuppyPalooza
DESCRIPTION:PuppyPalooza returns to the Redlands Coast this May\, July\, and August 2026 for a series of free\, dog-friendly festivals. These events feature over 40 pet stalls\, food trucks\, and a fun puppy chill-out zone. Brisbane families can enter free pet competitions and enjoy a festive day out with their four-legged friends at various local venues. \nPuppyPalooza 2026\nPuppyPalooza is a free\, family and dog-friendly event series on the Redlands Coast celebrating dogs and the people who love them. Each event brings together 40+ pet specialty stalls offering a range of products\, accessories and treats\, food trucks\, a pet photographer from DK Imagery to capture special moments\, and an Instagram selfie frame for social media snaps. A free workshop run by a qualified trainer gives visitors the chance to learn fun and practical tips\, while the Puppy Chill Out Zone provides shaded seating\, a wading pool\, ball pit and quiet rest areas for dogs and their owners. Free pet competitions are held on the main stage from 10.30am\, with prizes donated by stallholders – registration takes place at the info tent on the day. \n2026 events\nSunday 24th May – PuppyPalooza (Faith Lutheran College Redlands)\nHeld at Faith Lutheran College Redlands\, this flagship event is the perfect day out for dog owners and their four-legged companions. Competition categories celebrate the best of canine character\, with Best Puppy and Owner Look-Alike\, Best Puppy Personality and Best Tail Wag up for grabs. \nSunday 12th July – PuppyPalooza: Santa Paws Edition (Faith Lutheran College Redlands)\nThe festive edition of PuppyPalooza brings some Christmas cheer to the Redlands Coast. Held once again at Faith Lutheran College Redlands\, this event invites dogs and their owners to get into the holiday spirit. Competition categories include the Santa Paws Style Award\, Best Puppy Pose and Most Energetic Pup. \nSunday 16th August – PuppyPalooza: Pups at the Pub (Grand View Hotel\, Cleveland)\nThis special edition of PuppyPalooza heads to the iconic Grand View Hotel in Cleveland for a relaxed\, pub-style day out with dogs welcome. Attendees can enjoy food and drinks in a laid-back setting while browsing pet specialty stalls and soaking up the good vibes. Competitions run from midday on the main stage\, with categories including Best Dressed Pup and Best Pub Pup Name — where the crowd decides the winner by cheering loudest for their favourite. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Sunday 24th May\, 12th July & 16th August 2026; 8am – 12pm. \nWhere: Faith Lutheran College Redlands\, 1-15 Beveridge Rd\, Thornlands 4164 & Grand View Hotel\, 49 North St\, Cleveland 4163 \nCost: Free entry \nMore information here \n 
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/puppypalooza-2/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran College Redlands\, 132 Link Road\, Victoria Point\, QLD\, 4165
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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