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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Asia Pacific Triennial Kids Exhibition The Children’s Art Centre is proud to present a collection of seven artist projects for Asia Pacific Triennial Kids. Children can explore their creativity through making and multimedia interactives and reflect on the experiences of others through drawing and video works by artists from India, Aotearoa New Zealand, Malaysia, Saudi […]
David Walliams' Ratburger - Live on Stage From the creative mind of bestselling children’s author David Walliams (The World’s Worst Children, Gangsta Granny), don’t miss the screamingly funny ‘Ratburger’ when it comes to life on stage at Redland Performing Arts Centre. Zoe lives with her dad and a stepmother who ignores her, the school bully […]
RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre Sunday Open Days Showcasing the incredible history of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the Heritage Centre has displays that include Sabre and Mirage fighter jets, a flawless WWII Jeep, Sioux and Iroquois helicopters and a Caribou airlifter. The museum pays particular attention to the history of aviation at the […]
Wolfgang in the Stars Wolfgang in the Stars is a music-fuelled circus space romp of galactic proportions. Join the boy-genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart as he embarks on an interstellar journey to seek inspiration for his beloved early masterpiece “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”. As he floats through the wonders of zero-gravity, he encounters a cast of […]
Imagine LIVE on stage! It’s about animals!... It's about Imagination!… It’s about our Home! Magical and meaningful, ‘Imagine LIVE’ is a celebration of creativity, friendship and our precious natural world. With the help of the audience, performers play and sing their way through the iconic pages of Alison Lester’s ‘Imagine’ and quickly discover there is […]
Lifeline Bookfest – Brisbane’s Biggest Book Sale Returns! Book lovers, mark your calendars! Lifeline Bookfest is back and bigger than ever, running from Saturday, 28 June to Sunday, 6 July at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Doors open at 7:30 am on the first day, then daily from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. Entry […]
Wonderstruck at QAGOMA Step into a world of colour, imagination and creativity with Wonderstruck, a major free exhibition at QAGOMA designed to inspire curiosity in kids and adults alike. Running across the entire winter school holiday season and beyond, this immersive exhibition brings together more than 100 artworks by celebrated Australian and international artists with […]
Let the WinterSun warm you up these school holidays at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops! Explore the power of sunlight through art, history, and hands-on STEM fun. Be welcomed by a field of solar-powered robotic instruments made from recycled materials, you can even meet the artist on opening weekend. Create your own sun prints using […]
Step Into a World of Magical Creatures at Robinson Road Marketplace This July school holiday, Robinson Road Marketplace will be turning one of its stores into a whimsical art haven with Colour My World: Magical Creatures — a colourful, family-friendly event bursting with creativity, imagination, and fun for all ages. Event Highlights Include • Colourful […]
Queensland’s coolest festival is back! Snowflakes in Stanthorpe returns from 4–6 July 2025, offering three days of chilly charm, community spirit, and family-friendly winter fun. Friday begins in the Stanthorpe CBD with festive markets, street entertainment, and roving performers setting the tone for a magical weekend. Saturday and Sunday move to the Stanthorpe Showgrounds, where […]
Prepare to be amazed as our quirky ringmaster takes you on a journey to see riveting circus acts from around Australia come together to present Cirque Nouvelle - a new evolution of circus. Expect to see acrobatics, juggling, aerials, balancing, fire performing and many more jaw dropping feats! This show is guaranteed to thrill, capture […]