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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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Fascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island
The Red Dress exhibition
Museum of Brisbane Lv 3, Brisbane City Hall, 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Brisbane
Walking with Invasives – Biosecurity Trail at the Botanic Gardens
Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong, Brisbane
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The Premier’s Reading Challenge
The Premier's Reading Challenge 2026 The 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. It is an annual statewide initiative for Queensland state and non-state schools and home-educated students from Prep to Year 9, as well […]
Fascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
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. Fascinating Science at […]
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 September 2026. This award-winning project showcases incredible collaborative creativity, uniting 380 international embroiderers to create one extraordinary Guinness World Record garment. The Red Dress exhibition […]
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 Brisbane kids and parents a wonderful opportunity to explore a scenic sculpture trail and enjoy hands-on art demonstrations together. Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026 Mt Coot-tha […]
Walking with Invasives – Biosecurity Trail at the Botanic Gardens
What does a fish, a beetle and an ant have in common? Find out on the Walking with Invasives Biosecurity Trail during National Biosecurity Week, while enjoying a day out at Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens. This free, self-guided experience will introduce you to some of Queensland's most significant invasive species threats and show how everyone […]
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Supercars Fanfare 2026
Meet your favorite racing stars at the Supercars Fan Event in Ipswich this August 2026. Held at Tulmur Place in the Nicholas Street Precinct, this free family event features driver autographs, face painting, and interactive challenges, offering local Brisbane kids and parents an exciting afternoon of motorsport fun. Supercars Fanfare 2026 The Supercars Fanfare returns […]
Fridays at the Bardon Markets
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. Fridays at […]
Latin Kids Fiesta 2026
Immerse yourself in rhythms and rich traditions at the Latin Kids Fiesta this August 2026. Held at Gregory Park in Milton, this free multicultural celebration offers Brisbane kids and parents a joyful day out packed with live music, traditional games, interactive dance workshops, and authentic Latin American flavours. Latin Kids Fiesta 2026 The Latin Kids […]
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Luminous Parade Gold Coast
Celebrate cultural diversity at HOTA on the Gold Coast this August 2026 with Luminous in the Regions. Local families can enjoy live music, traditional performances, hands-on lantern making, and a stunning twilight lantern parade. Presented by MCCGC for Multicultural Month, this free community event offers a wonderful, welcoming evening by the water for all ages. […]
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Brisbane’s Ukrainian Festival 2026
Experience traditions and powerful community spirit at Brisbane’s Ukrainian Festival this August 2026. Held at Holland Park West, this free-entry cultural celebration features live traditional music and dancing, authentic cuisine like varenyky and borsch, and completely free kids' rides, a giant slide, and face painting for local families to enjoy. Brisbane’s Ukrainian Festival 2026 a […]
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Witches Night Market – Welcome to Spring
Brisbane families looking for a magical day out will love the Witches Night Market, returning to Petrie in August 2026. This free, family-friendly market features unique gifts, a fun costume walk, and a welcoming atmosphere. It is the perfect weekend activity for Brisbane kids and parents looking to explore an enchanting local marketplace. Witches Night […]
Samford Parklands Village Green Reopening
Celebrate the official opening of the Samford Parklands Village Green this August 2026 in Samford Valley. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this free community event features a Rotary barbecue, child-friendly play spaces, accessible walking paths, and hands-on activities, giving parents and kids a wonderful morning out exploring the new parkland. Samford Parklands Village Green Reopening […]
Toy Swap
Swap unused items for fresh treasures at the Hot Mum Walk Club Toy Swap this August 2026. Located at Strathpine’s Alf Shaw Community Hall, this free family event features a fenced play area, a messy play session by Messy Kids Co, and a sausage sizzle, offering local Brisbane parents and toddlers a great morning out. […]
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Brisbane Kite Festival
Take to the skies at the Brisbane Kite Festival this August 2026 at Minnippi Parklands in Tingalpa. This free family-friendly event features spectacular aerial displays, kite flying, rides, slides, interactive games in the KidZone, food trucks, and community stalls, offering local Brisbane kids and parents a colorful day out. Brisbane Kite Festival 2026 The Brisbane […]
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GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Market 2026
Celebrate First Nations youth culture at the GATHAA NAIDOC Next Gen Youth Market this August 2026. Held at Jack Morgan Park in Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast, this free, family-friendly event features youth market stalls, live music from Fred Leone and Grace Alexander, hands-on craft workshops, bushfood cooking, and traditional Indigenous games, offering a […]
Harrisville Sunday Farm Day
Harrisville Sunday Farm Day Join Harrisville Farm for their Sunday Farm Day. These events will be held on the last Sunday of every month in Harrisville, the farm will be open with a variety of poultry for sale, as well as feed, equipment, and more. Visitors can also enjoy: The animal nursery Chick and duckling […]
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G’day Little Queenslanders! Brisbane (West)
Join other local families for G'day Little Queenslanders, a free community celebration held in Brisbane (West) this August 2026. This exciting Brisbane event for kids features creative activities and food trucks. It is the perfect outing for parents seeking fun, resource-filled experiences with their little ones. G’day Little Queenslanders! Join us for a morning of […]
Jan Power’s Farmers Market @ Eagle Farm
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. Jan Power's […]
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