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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Families and dog lovers can look forward to a fantastic day out at the Dogs on The Green Markets this August 2026. Held at the beautiful Broadwater Parklands, this popular pet-friendly event offers free entry, delicious food trucks, a charity raffle, and unique stalls packed with treats and toys for your furry friends Dogs on […] |
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Sunday Sounds @ Paradise Point Parklands Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of free music and dancing at Paradise Point Parklands. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of free live music and fun at Paradise Point Parklands. Bring your family and friends along to enjoy an afternoon of free live music, suitable for the whole family. Bring your chairs, […]
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Gold Coast families looking for engaging, early childhood activities will love Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery in June 2026. This free monthly program offers local parents and young kids a playful introduction to art through interactive movement and storytelling, making it a fantastic weekend outing to spark creativity in toddlers. Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery […] |
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A fantastic weekend escape will love the Broadwater Pavilion Markets at Southport. Kicking off this winter in June 2026, these monthly seaside markets feature incredible local stalls, live music, face painting for kids, and delicious food trucks. It is the perfect waterfront day out for Brisbane and Gold Coast families. Broadwater Pavilion Markets Broadwater Pavilion […] |
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Families looking for affordable weekend activities should head to the Big Family Funanza in Nerang this August 2026. This community festival offers Brisbane families a perfect day out featuring free rides, local food trucks, and market stalls. It is an ideal way to enjoy quality time together while supporting local neighborhood talent Family Funanza - […]
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Soar into a day of colourful community culture at the Gold Coast Kite Festival and India Independence Day Celebration this August 2026. Held at the Broadwater Parklands, this family-friendly day out for Brisbane and coastal parents features live music, multicultural performances, henna, face painting, hourly giveaways, and kite flying workshops for kids. Gold Coast Kite […]
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Experience heart-pumping aerial action over Surfers Paradise at the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast this August 2026. Perfect for local Brisbane and Gold Coast families, this world-class beachside event features over four hours of thrilling aerobatics from top civilian and military aviators, live entertainment, and non-stop fun on the sand for kids and parents. Pacific Airshow® […] |
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Gold Coast families looking for a fun day out will love Gold Coast's Next Top Dogel at Sanctuary Cove in August 2026. This free, dog-friendly community event features entertaining canine competitions, market stalls, and kids face painting, making it the perfect weekend activity for local parents, children, and their favourite furry friends. Gold Coast's Next […]
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Celebrate four decades of memories at Coombabah State High School’s 40th anniversary event this August 2026. Perfect for local Gold Coast and Brisbane families, this free community afternoon features delicious food trucks, live entertainment, school tours, and nostalgia-filled memorabilia displays to connect past and present students for a memorable celebration. Rewind the Good Times - […] |
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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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Enjoy a classic carnival atmosphere at the Gold Coast Show in August 2026. Held at Broadwater Parklands, this annual event features thrilling rides, rural competitions, and spectacular fireworks. It is a fun long weekend for kids, offering free live entertainment and community displays for all visitors. Gold Coast Show 2026 Get set for a big, […]
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Bring the magic of stories to life at Dreamworld this August 2026 for a special Book Week celebration. Local Brisbane families can enjoy free entry for kids under 13 in costume, $50 family tickets, a costume competition with Cooee the Gumnut Fairy, face painting, character meet-and-greets, and storytime crafts. Book Week celebrations at Dreamworld The […] |
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Discover unique treasures at the Tamborine Mountain State School Markets, held on the last Sunday of every month throughout 2026. Situated in the scenic Gold Coast hinterland near Brisbane, this community event features up to 130 stalls with handmade crafts, fresh produce, live music, and delicious food for families to enjoy. Tamborine Mountain State School […] 
Catch a magical movie on the sand and watch the ocean night sky light up at Flicks & Fireworks in Surfers Paradise this August 2026. This free beachfront event features family-friendly films under the stars, a spectacular 8pm fireworks show, and easy takeaway dining options. Flicks & Fireworks Surfers Paradise Movie on the beach, fireworks […] |
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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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