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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Week of Events
Mulch Minion Festival
Mulch Minion Festival The Mulch Minion Festival returns on Monday 29th September. Held annually in the cane fields of the Gold Coast, this much-loved community event transforms sugar cane mulch bales into colourful Minion-themed sculptures, creating a trail of fun for families to discover during the school holidays. Residents, community groups, and local businesses take […]
Chirn Park Street Festival @ Southport
Chirn Park Street Festival @ Southport Enjoy live music, local food, market stalls and more! Chirn Park Street Festival is back! This free community celebration will feature an incredible line up of live music, roving performers, kid’s entertainment, local food and business specials, community groups, market stalls, pop-up bar and more! Chirn Park Street Festival […]
Carrara Markets
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 & Artisan Markets
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 […]
Movies on the Esplanade @ Chill Cove
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: […]
Monday, October 6, 2025
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Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
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Thursday, October 9, 2025
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Friday, October 10, 2025
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Saturday, October 11, 2025
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Sunday, October 12, 2025
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