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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Shop for unique festive gifts at the Christmas Markets at Summer Land Camels this November 2026. Located in Harrisville, this free country market features over 100 stalls, food trucks, live music, face painting, camel rides, and a special visit from Santa, offering local Brisbane families a delightful day out. Christmas Markets at Summer Land Camels […]
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Kick off the festive season at the Christmas Twilight Markets at The Well this November 2026. Located in Upper Coomera near Brisbane, this family community event features over 30 market stalls, food trucks, live music, a petting zoo, reindeer food making, and a special visit from Santa for a fun evening with the kids. Christmas […] |
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Celebrate the festive season this November 2026 at the Maleny Handmade and Artisan Christmas Market, a scenic day trip north of Brisbane for families. Kids and parents can explore charming artisan stalls, discover unique handcrafted gifts, sample delicious holiday treats, and support local Hinterland makers at the Maleny Community Centre. Maleny Handmade & Artisan Christmas […] |
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Mount Maria College in Gaythorne hosts Christmas on the Green this November 2026. Local Brisbane families can browse an expanded holiday market for unique gifts, sip festive drinks, and enjoy classic tunes with friends before settling in for an outdoor Christmas movie night under the stars. Christmas on the Green - Market & Movie Night […] |
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Kick off the holiday season at the Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Market at Beenleigh Town Square this November 2026. Local families can spread out on the lawn to enjoy tasty street eats, listen to live music, shop over 100 artisan stalls, and meet Santa for a festive evening out. Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Market 2026 Beenleigh and […] |
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Shop with purpose this November 2026 at the Brisbane Fair Trade Christmas Market, held at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre in Nathan. Brisbane families can explore an air-conditioned venue packed with ethically sourced handcrafted gifts, toys, homewares, and festive decor, while enjoying free entry, easy parking, and an on-site café. Brisbane Fair Trade Christmas […] |
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Find unique handcrafted treasures this November 2026 at The Gap Local Made Christmas Markets on Romea Street in Brisbane. Brisbane families can support local artisans across stalls showcasing ceramics, woodwork, and festive gifts, while kids enjoy face painting, lively entertainment, delicious bake sale treats, and lunch options on site. The Gap Local Made Christmas Markets […] |
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Celebrate the holiday season across Redlands Coast with the Redlands Coast Christmas Trail in November and December 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this festive lineup features illuminated garden trails, free Santa photos, outdoor Christmas movies, carols, and community events that create magical memories for kids of all ages. Redlands Coast Christmas Trail 2026 Christmas […] 
Celebrate the festive season this November 2026 at the Prince of Peace Community Carols at Prince of Peace Lutheran College in Everton Park. Brisbane families can roll out a picnic rug on the junior campus oval to enjoy sing-along carols, charming dance and musical performances by students, and tasty dinner options from local food trucks. […] 
Kick off the festive season at the Laidley Christmas Carnival along Patrick Street this November 2026. Families can explore a street wonderland packed with exciting rides, market stalls, food vendors, late-night shopping, and live entertainment. Laidley Christmas Carnival 2026 The Laidley Christmas Carnival is back and bigger than ever in 2026, with extended hours this […] 
Kick off the holiday season with the Redlands Coast Lighting of the Christmas Tree at Raby Bay Harbour Park in Cleveland this November 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this free two-night event offers festive carols, roving performers, food trucks, free Santa photos, and a Christmas movie under the stars. Redlands Coast Lighting of the […] |
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Kick off the holiday season this November 2026 at the Carseldine Christmas Twilight Market in north Brisbane. Local families and kids can explore over 200 stalls brimming with unique gifts, dance along at the kids disco, enjoy live seasonal entertainment, and savour delicious street food and sweet treats together. Carseldine Christmas Twilight Market 2026 Christmas […] 
The Runaway Bay Sports Fields light up this November 2026 for the Runaway Bay Carols by Candlelight. Families can spread out a picnic rug to sing along with a seven-piece live band, enjoy free face painting, meet roving holiday characters, and greet Santa before a festive fireworks show at 8pm. Runaway Bay Carols by Candlelight […] 
Sing along to holiday favorites at the Gold Coast Mayor's Christmas Carols at HOTA Outdoor Stage in Surfers Paradise this November 2026. Local families can enjoy two magical nights of free festive entertainment, live music, and Christmas cheer, bringing the whole community together for this popular annual celebration. Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols 2026 The […]
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Share in the spirit of giving at the Christmas Toy and Book Swap in Tarragindi this November 2026. Local families can browse free children's toys and books, enjoy festive craft stations, and swap gently used items or gifts in a relaxed community space focused on sustainability and connection. Christmas Toy and Book Swap The Christmas […]
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Kick off the festive season this November 2026 with Santa’s Arrival and Buggy Parade at Sanctuary Cove Marine Village. Local families and visiting Brisbane day-trippers will love watching Santa, Mrs Claus, and Rudolph join the colourful decorated golf buggy procession, alongside fairy dancers and high-energy beats from the Gold Coast Drumline. Santa’s Arrival & Buggy […] |
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Sing along to holiday favorites at the Gold Coast Mayor's Christmas Carols at HOTA Outdoor Stage in Surfers Paradise this November 2026. Local families can enjoy two magical nights of free festive entertainment, live music, and Christmas cheer, bringing the whole community together for this popular annual celebration. Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols 2026 The […]
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Celebrate the festive season this December 2026 at Carols by the Sea in North Burleigh. Local families and kids can explore a dedicated children's zone with inflatables, bubbles, and craft activities, before settling in for stage carols, roving performers, delicious food trucks, a visit from Santa, and evening fireworks. Carols by the Sea - North […]
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Celebrate the festive season at Christmas at the Village at Beenleigh Historical Village this December 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this holiday event features over 40 market stalls, carols, food vans, hands-on craft activities, and Santa arriving on a classic 1940s firetruck for a magical evening out with the kids. Christmas at the Village […] 
Step into a twinkling festive wonderland this November and December 2026 at the Old Petrie Town Christmas Markets in Whiteside, north of Brisbane. Local families and kids can explore artisan stalls along historic lantern-lit pathways, hunt for handcrafted gifts, and enjoy tasty dinners from food vendors under the stars. Old Petrie Town Christmas Markets 2026 […] 
Soak up the evening festive atmosphere this December 2026 at the BrisStyle Twilight Christmas Markets, set against the historic backdrop of King George Square. Brisbane families can hunt for one-of-a-kind locally crafted gifts, chat directly with talented designers, and enjoy tasty street food alongside live music suitable for all ages. BrisStyle Twilight Christmas Markets BrisStyle […] |
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The City of Moreton Bay invites everyone to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the North Lakes Christmas Carols - the first of five signature Christmas carol events across the region. Pack a picnic blanket or some chairs and head to Kinsellas Sports Complex in North Lakes for a truly spectacular evening […]
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Celebrate the festive season this December 2026 as Tugun Lights Up returns for an evening of free family fun on Toolona Street. Kids will love the live stage shows, carol singers, roving performers, and a special visit from Santa, while parents can browse the Christmas market stalls and dine under the stars. Tugun Lights Up […]
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Celebrate the festive season this December 2026 at Jingle All The Bay in Sandgate, an exciting north Brisbane event for local families. Kids will love the free face painting, carnival rides, and spotting Santa during the street parade, while parents can browse over 120 market stalls and enjoy dinner from tasty food trucks. Jingle all […]
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Celebrate the festive season at the City of Logan Christmas Carols at Griffith University Logan Campus this December 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane families, this free event features live stage entertainment, market stalls, food trucks, free kids' rides, free Santa photos, and an exciting fireworks finale to wrap up the night. City of Logan Christmas […] 
Celebrate the festive season seaside at the Manly Harbour Christmas Celebration in the Park at Little Bayside Park this December 2026. Local families can enjoy Christmas carols, fun activities, a Santa photo booth, and a special visit from Santa himself, wrapping up the evening with a festive movie under the stars. Manly Harbour Christmas Celebration […]
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Kick off the festive season this December 2026 with Christmas Carols and Markets at Aspley Hornets, an exciting community evening in north Brisbane for families. Kids will love the fun rides, festive face painting, and a visit from Santa, while parents can browse unique market stalls and grab dinner from food trucks. Christmas Carols + […] 
Celebrate the holiday season this December 2026 at the Pacific Pines Christmas Carols, an easy day trip south of Brisbane for local families. Kids will love the free face painting, stage carols, and a visit from Santa, while parents browse market stalls, enjoy tasty food trucks, and catch the fireworks finale. Pacific Pines Christmas Carols […] |
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Caboolture Christmas Carols 2026 The City of Moreton Bay is set to sparkle with festive cheer as the Caboolture Christmas Carols take place this year at QSEC (Queensland State Equestrian Centre). This much-loved celebration marks the second of five signature Christmas carol events across the region, bringing families, friends, and neighbours together for a magical […]
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Mark a 39-year tradition on your holiday calendar with the Centenary Community Carols at Middle Park's Peter Lightfoot Oval this December 2026. Local parents and children can explore bustling markets, bite into food truck treats, catch up with Santa, and enjoy an evening of cheerful caroling under the open sky. Centenary Community Carols 2026 The […]
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Faith Lutheran College in Thornlands hosts the Redlands Coast Collective Christmas Markets this December 2026. Local Brisbane families can explore curated artisan stalls packed with handmade gifts, vintage fashion, homewares, and unique toys. Enjoy delicious food and coffee at this dog-friendly community market while supporting creative local makers. Redlands Coast Christmas Markets 2026 The Redlands […] 
Sing Christmas carols with a live orchestra at Carols on the Lawn at Rocks Riverside Park in Seventeen Mile Rocks this December 2026. This free family event features market stalls, face painting, and a barbecue dinner, offering Brisbane kids a budget-friendly holiday celebration. Carols on the Lawn at Rocks Riverside Park Carols on the Lawn […] 
Unroll your beach towel for festive holiday magic at Surfers Paradise Christmas Flicks & Fireworks this December 2026. Oceanfront crowds can watch family favorite movies right on the sand starting at 7pm, capped off by a spectacular 8pm seaside fireworks display each Sunday night in the lead-up to Christmas. Christmas Flicks & Fireworks @ Surfers […] 
Celebrate Christmas this December 2026 at the Jacobs Well Community Carols at Riesenweber Park. Local families and kids can enjoy an evening of live carols, children's activities, market stalls, and food vans, before meeting Santa and watching the night sky light up with a spectacular fireworks display. Jacobs Well Community Carols Celebrate Christmas with live […] |
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