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SUMMARY:Spring School Holiday Programs for Kids & Teens
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nCreative Art\nSTEM\nSoccer\nGymnastics and Ninja\nGolf\nDance\nWellbeing\nChess\nMixed Sports\nIndoor Fun Centres\nSpeech & Drama\nand more!\n\nThere are so many types of classes and workshops\, no matter where your child’s interests lie. \nThese programs offer the perfect solution for pre-planning the school break\, and\, whether you’re looking for a full week of care\, or just a short workshop to keep the kids busy\, they provide an ideal opportunity for exploration and fun. \nBe quick though – these always book out quickly! \nFind a wide selection of School Holiday Programs for kids and teens here\, and book now to secure your child’s place!
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/school-holiday-programs/
LOCATION:QLD
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Gold Coast Events,Indoor Events,Ipswich Events,Scenic Rim Events,Sunshine Coast Events
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SUMMARY:BLEACH* 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBLEACH* Festival 2026\nBLEACH Festival is back like you’ve never seen it before. Taking over the HOTA precinct for 11 massive days of live music\, contemporary dance\, world-class theatre\, interactive installations and mind-altering art.\nThe much-loved arts and culture festival welcomes a new Artistic Director; Felix Preval who promises to deliver a fresh take to the long running festival.\nFelix Preval brings two decades of experience in the performing arts\, including holding the role of Artistic Director of Darwin Festival from 2017 – 2022 and Festival Producer at Melbourne Fringe from 2012 – 2016.\nBLEACH Festival 2026 will feature a range of local\, national and international artists\, presenting performances\, new installations and community engaged works that celebrate the city’s natural environment and transform the HOTA precinct for the duration of the festival.\n\nPlan your visit\nWhen: Thursday 1st October – Sunday 11th October 2026 \nWhere: Kurrawa Park\, Emerald Lakes\, and HOTA on the Gold Coast \nCost: A mix of free and paid events and exhibits \nMore information: here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/bleach/
LOCATION:HOTA\, 135 Bundall Rd\,  Surfers Paradise\, Qld\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:BEACON Installation - Gold Coast
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBEACON Installation – Gold Coast\nA bright and bold beacon of belonging\, this epic\, large-scale installation becomes a landmark for joy across the 10 days of BLEACH Festival. \nLed by Everybody NOW!\, BEACON is a new commission designed by internationally acclaimed artist Morag Myerscough (UK)\, in collaboration with hundreds of Gold Coasters who participated in creative workshops. \nImpossible to miss\, BEACON calls you in with vibrant colours\, hand-painted patterned entrances and adorned gateways. Step inside to discover a welcoming space for all people\, of all ages\, to explore\, connect and create. \nBecome mesmerised as the natural world interacts with the artwork\, light dances through space\, shapes move with the wind\, and poetic text by best-selling author and ABC TV presenter Holly Ringland signals messages from people and place. \nAcross the festival\, as dusk falls\, BEACON sends out a siren of song with local community singers\, the BEACON Festival Choir\, performing a special musical arrangement of Holly Ringland’s poem\, before neon light transforms the artwork into a glowing nighttime festival hub. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Thursday 1st October – Sunday 11th October 2026\, from 10am \nWhere: HOTA Lake Precinct\, Home of the Arts\, 135 Bundall Road\, Surfers Paradise 4218 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/beacon-installation-gold-coast/
LOCATION:HOTA\, 135 Bundall Rd\,  Surfers Paradise\, Qld\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nArt Explorers at HOTA Gallery 2026\nArt Explorers is a free monthly program at HOTA Gallery designed for young children and their parents or carers. Through playful guided tours\, children are invited to connect with art through movement and storytelling\, nurturing curiosity and creativity along the way. \nRecommended for children aged 2 to 5\, each session runs for 45 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult carer and cannot be left unsupervised at any time. \nTickets are free but registration is required. A link to register can be found on the HOTA website. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Once a month\, 10:30am start \nWhere: HOTA Gallery\, 135 Bundall Rd\, Surfers Paradise\, 4217 \nCost: Free\, registration required \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/art-explorers-at-hota-gallery-2026/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:HOTA\, 135 Bundall Rd\,  Surfers Paradise\, Qld\, 4217\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:Chirn Park Street Festival @ Southport
DESCRIPTION: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. \nChirn Park Street Festival @ Southport\n\nChirn Park Street Festival is back\, returning this October for its 6th year and bringing the community together for one of the Gold Coast’s most loved local events – the festival is a celebration of everything that makes Chirn Park special\, its people\, local businesses\, and community spirit. \nThis year’s event features multiple street stages showcasing free live music throughout the precinct\, alongside pop-up bars pouring local favourites\, roving performers\, stilt walkers\, fire performers\, kids’ entertainment\, community groups\, market stalls\, and plenty more. Visitors can enjoy local food\, exclusive business specials\, and a buzzing street atmosphere as Chirn Park comes alive for a full day of entertainment. \nWhether local or visiting for the day\, Chirn Park Street Festival is the perfect chance to explore the precinct\, support local\, and soak up a great day out. \n\nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 10th October 2026\, 3pm – 9pm \nWhere: Chirn Park\, Corner of Chirn Crescent and Turpin Road\, Southport\, 4215 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/chirn-park-street-festival-southport/
LOCATION:Chirn Park\, Corner of Chirn Crescent and Turpin Road\, Southport\, Queensland\, 4215\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Gold Coast Events
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SUMMARY:Spring Time Eats: Varsity Foreshore
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpring Time Eats: Varsity Foreshore\n\nSpring afternoons were made for this! Springtime Eats is returning to Varsity Foreshore Parklands\, Varsity Lakes. \nLocals are invited to grab a picnic rug\, gather their favourite people\, and settle in on the grass for an easy Sunday afternoon of live music\, delicious street food trucks\, and twilight picnic vibes as the sun goes down. \nGood food\, good company\, great times together. \n\nPlan your visit\nWhen: Sunday 11th October 2026\, 4pm – 8pm \nWhere: Varsity Foreshore Parklands\, 79 Varsity Parade\, Varsity Lakes\, 4227 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/spring-time-eats-varsity-foreshore/
LOCATION:Varsity Foreshore Parklands\, 79 Varsity Parade\, Varsity Lakes\, Queensland\, 4227\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Gold Coast Events
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