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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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 […] |
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Experience a spectacular arts and culture celebration just a short trip from Brisbane at the BLEACH Festival this October 2026. Taking over the HOTA precinct and various Gold Coast locations, this family-friendly event offers local parents and kids an array of live music, interactive installations, contemporary dance, and theatrical performances. BLEACH* Festival 2026 BLEACH Festival […] 
Experience a striking visual display at the BEACON installation during the BLEACH Festival at HOTA this October 2026. Designed for Gold Coast and Brisbane families, this monumental, colorful artwork offers interactive spaces, inspiring poetry, and mesmerizing choir performances as dusk falls, creating a glowing hub of creativity and connection. BEACON Installation - Gold Coast A […] |
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Immerse yourself in Latin energy at Nobby's Street Fiesta at Nobby Beach this October 2026. Perfect for local parents and kids, this free street celebration features dynamic Brazilian dancers, live Latin rhythms, striking stilt walkers, and engaging children's activities for an afternoon of lively coastal entertainment. Nobby’s Street Fiesta 2026 Nobby's Street Fiesta returns Saturday […]
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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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Explore local culture and lively entertainment at the Chirn Park Street Festival in Southport this October 2026. This free community event features multiple live music stages, roving performers, stilt walkers, fire acts, market stalls, and engaging kids' entertainment for an exciting twilight street party. Chirn Park Street Festival @ Southport Chirn Park Street Festival is […]
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Enjoy a relaxed Sunday evening at Springtime Eats along the Varsity Foreshore Parklands this October 2026. Ideal for families looking for twilight picnic vibes, this easygoing afternoon features delicious street food trucks and live music, making it the perfect waterfront outing to gather with family and friends. Spring Time Eats: Varsity Foreshore Spring afternoons were […]
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Indulge in a delicious evening out at Feast on Fifth in Palm Beach this October 2026. Perfect for Gold Coast and visiting families, this free community street party features a convoy of popular food trucks, local restaurant dining, live music performances, and engaging children's activities for a fun night by the beach. Feast on Fifth […]
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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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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 […] 
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 […] |
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Get ready for a spooky Halloween adventure at the Miami Spooktacular this October 2026. This free fright-filled evening features the Spook Express Train, a Pumpkin Patch chair swing, Glow Play Zone, trick-or-treat trails, creepy crafts, fire performers, and a live monster mash DJ. Miami Spooktacular 2026 Something scary is coming to Miami… Get ready for […] |
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