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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Carrara Markets Centrally located at Carrara on the beautiful Gold Coast, only a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is the biggest permanent weekend marketplace in Australia. With over 300 stalls covering 24 acres it’s a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It’s also the original home of discount shopping […]
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods. Like […]
Carrara Markets Centrally located at Carrara on the beautiful Gold Coast, only a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is the biggest permanent weekend marketplace in Australia. With over 300 stalls covering 24 acres it’s a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It’s also the original home of discount shopping […]
Movies in the Park – Reedy Creek What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars? Hosted by Reedy Creek Neighbourhood Watch, a screening of The Bad Guys has been rescheduled for Saturday 8th June. Gather your family and friends, bring your picnic rug or chair. Popcorn, fairy floss, […]
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods. Like […]
Carrara Markets Centrally located at Carrara on the beautiful Gold Coast, only a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is the biggest permanent weekend marketplace in Australia. With over 300 stalls covering 24 acres it’s a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It’s also the original home of discount shopping […]
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods. Like […]
Beach Tennis Open - Gold Coast A 4-day beach tennis tournament bringing all levels of beach tennis players together from around the world. This is the biggest beach tennis event in Oceania will once again be held at Kurrawa Beach! With 14 courts and players from interstate and worldwide, this exciting family-friendly event is not […]
Big City Lights* Festival - Southport Big City Lights* is a new festival celebrating urban and digital design, digital culture, music, and light in the heart of Southport CBD. After a highly successful pilot program in 2022, Big City Lights* returns in winter 2024 for three weekends (Friday–Sunday). The innovative, self-guided program will showcase immersive […]
Carrara Markets Centrally located at Carrara on the beautiful Gold Coast, only a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is the biggest permanent weekend marketplace in Australia. With over 300 stalls covering 24 acres it’s a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It’s also the original home of discount shopping […]
Rock Wall - Broadwater Parklands Are you looking for a physical way to challenge yourself? Grab your family and friends to see who can make it all the way to the top of this amazing rock wall at the Broadwater Parklands. Hold on tight, and up you go. Ring the bell at the top and […]
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods. Like […]
Wild Rangers Wildlife Encounters This free, fun and interactive encounter is dedicated to educating both children and adults on the importance of conservation and protecting our amazing native animals and their habitats. Head along and meet some unique, beautiful and interesting animals. Pat the smooth scales of a slithering snake and take away an experience […]
Discover the Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre, where the world of art comes alive for your entire family. Nestled in a picturesque setting, the gallery showcases a captivating array of regional and national exhibitions. Inspired by these dynamic displays, they offer an engaging series of programs for kids designed to spark creativity […]
Colour Blast Obstacle Course Challenge and Games - Broadwater Looking for colour and fun? Well, they have it! Attendees can enjoy an explosion of water and colour with a range of water-based games and challenges. The games include Run the Gauntlet, Rob the Nest, Freeze and Melt Tag, and an Obstacle Course Challenge. Remember to […]
Discover the Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre, where the world of art comes alive for your entire family. Nestled in a picturesque setting, the gallery showcases a captivating array of regional and national exhibitions. Inspired by these dynamic displays, they offer an engaging series of programs for kids designed to spark creativity […]
Big City Lights* Festival - Southport Big City Lights* is a new festival celebrating urban and digital design, digital culture, music, and light in the heart of Southport CBD. After a highly successful pilot program in 2022, Big City Lights* returns in winter 2024 for three weekends (Friday–Sunday). The innovative, self-guided program will showcase immersive […]
Discover the Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre, where the world of art comes alive for your entire family. Nestled in a picturesque setting, the gallery showcases a captivating array of regional and national exhibitions. Inspired by these dynamic displays, they offer an engaging series of programs for kids designed to spark creativity […]
Carrara Markets Centrally located at Carrara on the beautiful Gold Coast, only a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is the biggest permanent weekend marketplace in Australia. With over 300 stalls covering 24 acres it’s a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It’s also the original home of discount shopping […]
Emergency Services Safari – Coolangatta We invite you and your little ones to our newly created Emergency Services Safari events. Meet the hard-working heroes from our emergency services and volunteers dedicated to keeping the community safe. Get up close with the emergency services vehicles and learn what to do when faced with severe weather and […]
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast's most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct. Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods. Like […]