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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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Nocturnal explorers at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island
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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 […]
Bright Nights by ANZ
Experience a spectacular free rock-pop water and light show along the Brisbane River at Bright Nights by ANZ this September 2026. Featuring an exclusive soundtrack from The Veronicas, lasers, and 80-metre water jets, this South Bank spectacle offers local parents and kids an unforgettable, family-friendly evening out. Bright Nights by ANZ A rock-pop show of […]
SWELL Sculpture Festival 2026
Experience spectacular outdoor art at the SWELL Sculpture Festival along Currumbin Beach this September 2026. Perfect for a memorable coastal day trip from Brisbane, parents and kids can explore over 80 large-scale sculptures, join interactive clay and craft workshops, enjoy story sessions, and meet roaming dinosaurs along the shore. SWELL Sculpture Festival The SWELL Sculpture […]
Nocturnal explorers at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Discover the magic of night at the Nocturnal explorers exhibition at Bribie Island Seaside Museum this September 2026. Guided by Moko the Mopoke Owl, Brisbane kids and parents can explore interactive mangrove habitats, learn about local wildlife, hear night sounds, and connect with First Nations star stories during this hands-on outing. Nocturnal explorers at Bribie […]
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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 […]
Spring School Holiday Programs for Kids & Teens
Now is the time to book classes, workshops, camps and care for the September/October 2026 school holidays! You'll find a variety of school holiday programs and workshops on the Brisbane Kids website for kids and teens, ranging from full-day to shorter sessions: Creative Art STEM Soccer Gymnastics and Ninja Golf Dance Wellbeing Chess Mixed Sports […]
Spring Markets at Summer Land Camels
Enjoy a boutique country outing at the Spring Markets at Summer Land Camels this September 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this free Scenic Rim event features local market stalls, food trucks, camel rides and encounters, face painting, live music, and a licensed café surrounded by beautiful countryside views. Spring Markets at Summer Land Camels […]
Pasifika Made
Immerse yourself in Pacific and First Nations culture at Pasifika Made at Festival Village in South Bank this September 2026. Local families can explore a cultural marketplace, enjoy authentic Pacific food, watch traditional craft demonstrations, and experience multi-arts live performances showcasing both ancestral traditions and contemporary arts. Pasifika Made 2026 Where Ancestral Knowledge Meets Contemporary […]
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Babaya Zugub: Constellation of our Forefathers
Join Vincent Babia and his Dance Team for a free live performance of traditional Saibai Island song, dance and storytelling at Queensland Museum Kurilpa. These special 30 minute performances celebrate the final days of the museum’s family-friendly exhibition, Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends. Travelling from Townsville, the performers will captivate audiences with an immersive […]
More for Koalas – FREE Movie Night
Support koala conservation at the More for Koalas Free Movie Night at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket this September 2026. Brisbane parents and kids can enjoy a jumping castle, food trucks, koala activities, and an outdoor screening of Blinky Bill The Movie under the stars. More for Koalas - FREE Movie Night […]
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Lone Pine movie night
Free movie night at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in support of the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) during Save the Koala Month. Everyone is invited to enjoy an outdoor screening of ‘Blinky Bill The Movie’ on Saturday September 19 on the cinema lawn, which is just outside the main sanctuary area. Every donation received throughout the […]
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Blueys Beach Day
Bluey's Beach Day is coming to Brisbane: Free family event launches the new Streets Bluey Frozen Treat Streets, part of The Magnum Ice Cream Company, is bringing Bluey to South Bank, with a free family event marking the launch of the new Streets Bluey Frozen Treat. Bluey's Beach Day runs Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 […]
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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 […]
Brisbane Festival: Family Fun Day at South Bank
Take the whole family down to South Bank for a memorable weekend out at the Brisbane Festival Family Fun Day this September 2026. Held at the Green in Festival Village, this free three-hour event offers local kids and parents non-stop entertainment, live performances, exciting prizes, giveaways, and delicious food stalls. Brisbane Festival: Family Fun Day […]
Lake Party at HOTA
Dive into a morning of free, family-friendly fun at the Lake Party at HOTA this September 2026. Perfect for Brisbane and Gold Coast parents and kids, this lakeside celebration features interactive hip-hop workshops, giant bubbles, paddle boarding, skate ramps, a goat zone, and Indigenous storytelling for an exciting community day out. Lake Party at HOTA […]
Seaside Sounds – Gold Coast
Enjoy three consecutive weekends of free beachside live music and coastal fun at Seaside Sounds this September 2026. Perfect for visiting Brisbane families, this Gold Coast series features a Father's Day vintage car show with 70s and 80s tunes at Coolangatta, followed by relaxed sunset sessions and country music at Kirra. Seaside Sounds - Gold […]
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