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Kids and Family Events in Brisbane and South East Queensland
Find the best family events happening in 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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Free Christmas Carousel at Raby Bay Harbour Park
Raby Bay Harbour Park Cnr Harbour View Court and Shore Street West, Cleveland (near Cleveland train station), Cleveland
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Free Christmas Carousel at Raby Bay Harbour Park
Free Christmas Carousel at Raby Bay Harbour Park Families can experience the magic of the festive season with a free Christmas carousel at Raby Bay Harbour Park, proudly presented by Redland City Council and sponsored by Raby Bay Harbour. This enchanting ride offers a delightful experience for children and adults alike, creating cherished holiday memories […]
Redlands Coast Christmas Trail
Redlands Coast Christmas Trail Christmas is coming to Redlands Coast, bringing plenty of holiday cheer for everyone. From spectacular lighting displays and creative activities to family-friendly experiences, the region is preparing a trail of festive fun to make this Christmas truly special. Council Christmas programs and activities The season will be full of creativity and […]
Carols by the Sea – North Burleigh
Carols by the Sea - North Burleigh Join the community for a magical afternoon and evening at North Burleigh Carols by the Sea, filled with festive fun and entertainment. The event will feature food trucks, market stalls, roving performers, arts and crafts, and a special children's zone with inflatables and a bubble area. Enjoy live […]
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Brisbane City Hall Lights
Brisbane City Hall Lights Experience the magic of Christmas as Brisbane’s iconic City Hall comes alive with dazzling visuals, festive sounds, and a heartwarming story for the whole family to enjoy. This year’s enchanting tale, A Christmas Blackout, written by M.H Flynn "Ned and Ted are worried Santa won't find them in their new apartment, they […]
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West End Christmas Twilight Market
West End Christmas Twilight Market 2025 West End’s Christmas Twilight Market returns with an evening of festive food, shopping, and live entertainment. The market transforms the precinct into a Christmas-themed wonderland, complete with twinkling trees, a pop-up bar, and roving performers. Visitors can browse more than 150 stalls featuring handcrafted gifts, gourmet treats, and seasonal […]
Prince of Peace Community Carols
Prince of Peace Community Carols A community Christmas carols evening filled with music, food and festive cheer. The sing-along program offers a fun retelling of the Christmas story from the angels’ perspective, with burgers, sausages, soft drinks, coffee and dessert available for purchase. Free tickets will be available to reserve, with an option to pre-order […]
South Bank’s Giant Elves
South Bank’s Giant Elves South Bank’s Giant Elves return for the festive season, bringing a touch of North Pole magic to Brisbane. Ten oversized elves have arrived in the parklands, swapping snow for sunshine and spreading Christmas cheer as they await their journey back to Santa’s workshop. Visitors can enjoy a self-guided adventure to find […]
Festive Flicks at Redlands
Festive Flicks at Redlands Festive Flicks at Redlands invites families and friends to enjoy a magical evening under the stars with free outdoor Christmas movie screenings across the Redlands Coast. Each event will feature festive lighting, roving performers, delicious food vendors, and free photos with Santa, creating a cheerful atmosphere perfect for all ages. Guests […]
Old Petrie Town Christmas Markets
Old Petrie Town Christmas Markets Old Petrie Town will once again transform into a twinkling Christmas wonderland, hosting its annual Christmas Twilight Markets across three festive Friday nights. Located in Whiteside, Old Petrie Town is a lovingly restored historic village set across more than 48 acres of leafy parklands. The heritage buildings, vintage streetscapes and […]
Aura Community Christmas
Aura Community Christmas 2025 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The second annual Aura Community Christmas, hosted by Baringa State Primary School, is just around the corner. Guests can look forward to a festive evening filled with free Christmas-themed activities and crafts, delicious offerings from food trucks, and delightful Christmas carol performances. The […]
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Tugun Lights Up
Tugun Lights Up 2025 Tugun Lights Up is back for its thirteenth annual celebration, inviting everyone to light up the night in this vibrant community event. Visitors can enjoy a magical evening dining under the stars at one of Tugun’s fantastic local cafés or restaurants, each offering a delightful menu perfect for the occasion. In […]
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Forest Lake Christmas Carols
Forest Lake Christmas Carols 2025 Forest Lake Christmas Carols invites families and friends to enjoy a magical evening under the stars, filled with festive fun and community spirit. The event features enchanting performances from local school choirs and community groups, bringing holiday music and cheer to the heart of Forest Lake. Visitors can browse market […]
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Murrumba Christmas Spectacular
Murrumba Christmas Spectacular The Murrumba Christmas Spectacular will once again bring festive cheer to John Oxley Reserve, filling the air with the sweet sounds of Christmas carols and the joy of the season. This free community celebration promises a merry day for families north of Brisbane, featuring food trucks, market stalls, kids’ activities, and plenty […]
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City of Logan Christmas Carols
City of Logan Christmas Carols 2025 The City of Logan Christmas Carols returns as the region’s biggest annual festive celebration, bringing the community together to share in the magic and joy of the Christmas season. This free, family-friendly celebration features hours of live entertainment, festive activities, food trucks, and market stalls, creating a full afternoon […]
Unique Collective Indoor Market – CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Unique Collective Indoor Market - CHRISTMAS SPECIAL The Unique Collective Indoor Market brings together creativity, community, and charm under one roof, offering a vibrant showcase of stalls designed to delight visitors of all ages. Shoppers can discover unique, handcrafted goods from talented local artisans, explore stalls filled with vintage finds, whimsical creations, alternative fashion, and […]
Christmas Carols + Markets @ Aspley Hornets
Christmas Carols + Markets @ Aspley Hornets The annual Christmas Carols and Markets are returning to Aspley, presented in collaboration with Aspley Rotary and proudly sponsored by Ray White Aspley and Goodstart Early Learning Aspley. This much-loved community celebration will feature a joyful evening of carols performed by The New Black Band, alongside plenty of […]
Christmas at Frascott
Christmas at Frascott Christmas at Frascott offers free festive fun for the whole family in Varsity Lakes. The celebration begins with market stalls, trackless train rides, children’s entertainment, food trucks and a range of activities for all ages. From the main stage, Santa Claus will make a special appearance alongside beloved Christmas characters and school […]
Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols
Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols 2025 The City of Gold Coast’s Mayor’s Christmas Carols returns for its 14th year, bringing festive magic to HOTA, Home of the Arts, with two sparkling nights of live music, family fun, and Christmas cheer on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December. Gold Coast’s very own pop sensation Ricki-Lee will […]
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Fitzgibbon Christmas Market
Fitzgibbon Christmas Market The Fitzgibbon Christmas Market brings festive cheer to the neighbourhood with a lively community event full of seasonal spirit. Local stallholders will offer a variety of gifts including plants, handcrafts and unique bric-a-brac treasures, making it the perfect place to find something special for Christmas. With live music setting the mood and […]
Simultaneous livestream at Roma Street Parkland
Lord Mayors Simultaneous livestream at Roma Street Parkland The Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols will be livestreamed into Roma Street Parkland, giving more families the chance to enjoy the festive magic from a relaxed outdoor setting. Visitors can purchase sweet and savoury treats from food trucks or bring along a picnic blanket and basket to enjoy […]
Newport Christmas Pop-Up Market
Newport Christmas Pop-Up Market The Newport Christmas Pop-Up Market brings festive cheer to the waterfront with a vibrant mix of stalls, delicious food and family-friendly fun. Visitors can browse handmade gifts and unique finds from local stallholders, enjoy tasty bites from food trucks and soak up the Christmas spirit. Santa will also make a special […]
Yarrabilba Christmas Carols
Yarrabilba Christmas Carols 2025 Yarrabilba Christmas Carols invites families, friends, and the wider community to come together for a magical evening filled with festive cheer. This free event offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the joy of the season under the stars, with something for everyone to enjoy. The evening begins with the much-anticipated arrival […]
Banyo Community Christmas Carols
Banyo Community Christmas Carols 2025 Banyo and the surrounding districts come together each year for this much-loved community carols event, filling the area with Christmas music, festive cheer and family-friendly activities. The celebration offers something for all ages, including a free jumping castle for young families, live performances from Brisbane Brass and local acts, and […]
Hands of Hope Christmas Fest
Hands of Hope Christmas Fest Hands of Hope’s much-loved Christmas Fest returns for another year of community celebration and festive fun. Since 1998, this flagship event has brought Christmas cheer to Brisbane’s southwestern community, uniting families and friends of all ages. Held across two locations, the celebration features an exciting line-up of entertainment, including live […]
Christmas in the Park @ Shoreline
Christmas in the Park @ Shoreline Christmas in the Park @ Shoreline brings a festive community celebration to Jingeri Park in Redland Bay. Families, friends, and even furry companions are invited to enjoy a relaxed day filled with Christmas cheer and plenty of activities for all ages. The event features Santa Paws Photography, offering a […]
Alicia Street Christmas Fair – Gold Coast
Alicia Street Christmas Fair 2025 - Gold Coast This festive community event invites everyone to come together for an evening of festive fun, entertainment, and celebration. Visitors can enjoy live music, browse market stalls, and explore a pop-up playground perfect for kids of all ages. The event will also feature inflatable attractions, a dazzling laser light […]
Free
Centenary Community Carols
Centenary Community Carols 2025 The annual Centenary Carols returns for its 38th year at Peter Lightfoot Oval. A cherished 4074 family tradition, this free, family-friendly event offers a fun-filled afternoon of activities from 3:30pm, leading into a festive evening of carols from 6:45pm. Join the community as they come together to celebrate the story […]
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Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols
Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols 2025 The Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols invite families and friends to celebrate the festive season in the heart of Moreton Bay. This is the third of four signature Christmas carol events across the region, promising a magical evening full of Christmas cheer, music, and entertainment. Visitors can explore the Twilight Markets, […]
Redlands Coast Christmas Markets
Redlands Coast Christmas Markets 2025 The Redlands Coast Collective Christmas Markets offer a boutique shopping experience, bringing together arts and crafts, handmade goods, vintage and pre-loved fashion, toys, household items and more. The markets support local small creative businesses, stallholders and the Redlands Coast community. Held at Faith Lutheran College Redlands, these markets are the […]
Kelvin Grove Community Carols and Fete
Kelvin Grove Community Carols and Fete The Kelvin Grove Community Carols and Christmas Markets invite families, friends, and pets to a festive celebration on the lawn at QUT Kelvin Grove. The afternoon features a community market and carols, with a picnic-friendly atmosphere, live entertainment, a jumping castle, petting zoo, and more. As evening falls and […]
Community Christmas Celebration
Salvo's North Brisbane Community Christmas Celebration The Salvo's North Brisbane Community Christmas Celebration invites families and the community to enjoy an afternoon packed with free festive activities. Visitors can experience rides, a petting farm, face painting, cupcake decorating, craft stations, fairy floss, snow cones, Santa photos, and more, creating a fun-filled day for all ages. […]
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Coorparoo Christmas carols for a cause
Coorparoo Christmas Carols for a Cause Coorparoo is gearing up for a festive celebration as Coorparoo Christmas “Carols for a Cause” comes together in full seasonal spirit. Residents are invited to arrive in their best Christmas outfits and enjoy an afternoon filled with community connection, entertainment and plenty of holiday cheer. The event features a […]
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Warner Christmas in the Park
Warner Christmas in the Park Warner Christmas in the Park is set to bring a cheerful afternoon of festive fun, hosted by Ali France. This free community event offers ice cream, guinea pig cuddles, gifts for the kids, and a special visit from Santa. Families are invited to enjoy a relaxed and joyful celebration to […]
Kidchella Christmas @ Everton Park
Kidchella Christmas @ Everton Park Kidchella Christmas is a free family fun day designed to bring the community together for an afternoon of festive celebration. The event features a jumping castle, a lively kids’ disco hosted by DJ Shorty Brown, face painting, games, and a great selection of food trucks and market stalls. Families are […]
Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols
Gold Coast Mayor’s Christmas Carols 2025 The City of Gold Coast’s Mayor’s Christmas Carols returns for its 14th year, bringing festive magic to HOTA, Home of the Arts, with two sparkling nights of live music, family fun, and Christmas cheer on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December. Gold Coast’s very own pop sensation Ricki-Lee will […]
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