Brisbane Kids

Bubble Play - Broadwater Parklands
2025-09-23 | Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
Bubble Play – Broadwater Parklands

Experience the enchanting world of bubbles! Step into Bubble Play – a mesmerising bubble adventure like no other!
You’ll find an assortment of generously filled buckets brimming with giant bubble solution.
Choose from a variety of large bubble wands and toddler-friendly ones. Let your inner bubble artist soar as you indulge in the pure delight of play.
It’s bubble-tastic fun for all ages!

Bubble Play – Broadwater Parklands
When: Tuesday, 23 September & Friday 3rd October, 9am – 12pm
Where: Next to the Peninsula Playground, Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport, 4215,
Cost: Free
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Circus Workshop @ Broadwater Parklands
2025-09-26 | Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
Circus Workshop @ Broadwater Parklands
Roll up, roll up! Join the circus for a day of fun!
Learn juggling, tricks, games, and more.
Perfect for kids aged 3 and up
Circus Workshop @ Broadwater Parklands event details
When: Friday 26th September, 10am -1pm
Where: Bouncy Pillow, Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport, 4215
Cost: Free
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Movie in the Park @ Reedy Creek: Despicable Me 4
2025-09-27 | kingsmore park, Woodland Drive, Reedy Creek, Queensland, 4227, Australia
Movie in the Park @ Reedy Creek: Despicable Me 4
Movie in the Park – Despicable Me 4 is coming to Kingsmore Park for a fun-filled family movie night under the stars. After the Christmas movie night was postponed due to heavy rain, the event is making a return, families can enjoy an evening of mischief, minions, and plenty of laughs.
From 4:30pm, kids can take part in activities, including free face painting, while food trucks will be on-site serving up delicious treats. There will also be some free goodies up for grabs. Joined by St John Ambulance, Bonogin Rural Fire service, Mudgeeraba Lions Club and the Gold Coast City Council Disaster team.
This is a free community event, so families are encouraged to bring a picnic rug or camp chair and settle in for a fantastic night of entertainment.
Movie in the Park @ Reedy Creek: Despicable Me 4
When: Saturday 27th September, from 4:30pm
Where: Kingsmore Park, Kingsmore Boulevard, Reedy Creek, 4227
Cost: Free entry
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Surfers Paradise Street Party - Celebrating 30 years!
2025-09-27 | Surfers Paradise Foreshore, Gold Coast, Queensland, 4217, Australia
Surfers Paradise Street Party – Celebrating 30 years!
Surfers Paradise is set to celebrate three decades of unforgettable moments with a vibrant street party like no other. For over 30 years, the Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets have been a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike – the backdrop to first dates, weekend strolls, and a thriving small business scene. Now, the markets are marking their 30th birthday with a full-blown fiesta.
The celebration will take over the beachfront with live music, roving performers, and more than 100 stalls showcasing local artisans, designers, and creators. From the sand to the streetlights, there’ll be surprises around every corner and plenty of that iconic Gold Coast energy.
With free entry, ocean breezes, and a party atmosphere, it’s a milestone moment that brings together community, creativity and coast. Get ready to celebrate 30 years of market magic – Surfers Paradise style
Surfers Paradise Street Party – Celebrating 30 years event details
When: Saturday 27th September, 4pm – 10pm
Where: Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets, The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise 4217
Cost: Free entry
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Carrara Markets
2025-09-27 - 2025-09-28 | Carrara Markets, Corner Gooding Drive and Manchester Road, Carrara, Qld, 4211, Australia
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 when it comes to fresh produce, fashion, homewares, pots, plants, bric a brac, souvenirs, arts and crafts and just about everything else.
Carrara Markets is a popular family day out, with pony rides, baby animal farm, bungy trampolines and face painters.
A popular attraction for the family is a visit is Carrara Mini Golf. With two amazingly themed 18 hole mini golf courses. Play outdoor amongst the ancient ruins of Asia. Play indoor with animated dinosaurs, swashbuckling pirates and mediaeval dragons. Simply anyone can play putt putt from age 4 to 84!
Carrara Markets
When: every Saturday & Sunday 8am to 3pm.
Where: Corner Gooding Drive & Manchester Road, Carrara, Gold Coast, 4211
Cost: Free entry
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HOTA Farmers & Artisan Markets
2025-09-28 | HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise, Qld, 4217, Australia
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 the Gold Coast itself, HOTA embodies a celebration of independence and lifestyle. Passionate about supporting local farmers, makers, bakers, and growers, they prioritize knowing the origins of their goods and championing new and emerging small businesses. These markets are integral to the Gold Coast community, proudly nurturing local artists, hosting live music, and advocating for social causes that reflect the community’s values.
The markets are easily accessed via public transport, bike and car.
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets
When: Every Sunday, 6am – 11:30am
Where: HOTA Precinct, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Cost: Free
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Movies on the Esplanade @ Chill Cove
2025-09-28 | Chill Cove, The Esplanade, between Hanlan Street and Soul Roundabout, Surfers Paradise, Queensland, 4217, Australia
Movies on the Esplanade @ Chill Cove
Every Sunday, the Chill Cove at the Surfers Paradise People’s Esplanade Pop-Up will come alive with free family movies under the stars, supported by Councillor Darren Taylor.
Families are invited to head down to watch some favourites and classics.
Schedule:

24th August – Barbie
31st August – Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
7th September – Little
14th September – Kung Fu Panda 4
21st September – Space Jam
28th September – If

The Surfers Paradise People’s Esplanade Pop-Up is transforming the heart of the Gold Coast into a welcoming space to connect, explore, and experience together.
Note: Parking may be limited, Parking is available in Bruce Bishop Carpark. Visitors are encouraged to use public transport or active travel where possible.
Movies on the Esplanade @ Chill Cove event details
When: Sunday’s, 6pm – 9pm
Where: Chill Cove, The Esplanade, between Hanlan Street and Soul Roundabout, Surfers Paradise, 4217
Cost: Free
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