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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Ocean Sentinels: Inspiring change through art exhibition @ Bribie
Bribie Island Seaside Museum South Esplanade, Bongaree, Bribie Island
Yield exhibition @ Caboolture Regional Art Gallery
Caboolture Regional Art Gallery 4 Hasking St, Caboolture
Week of Events
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends If your kids are obsessed with crocodiles, Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa is a must-do. Walk alongside one of the world’s most powerful and ancient animals on a journey that stretches back over 130 million years. This all-ages interactive exhibition brings you face-to-face with […]
Ocean Sentinels: Inspiring change through art exhibition @ Bribie
Ocean Sentinels: Inspiring change through art exhibition @ Bribie Brisbane Kids and their families can dive into creativity and conservation these summer holidays with Ocean Sentinels, an inspiring art exhibition on Bribie Island. Featuring a series of underwater-themed sculptures by artist Jason deCaires Taylor, the exhibition brings the magic of the ocean to life through […]
The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition Families are invited to explore The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture, a fascinating exhibition at QAGOMA that reveals how faith and everyday life are closely intertwined. At the heart of the exhibition is a rare collection of vibrant oleographs by Indian artist […]
Yield exhibition @ Caboolture Regional Art Gallery
Yield exhibition @ Caboolture Regional Art Gallery Yield at Caboolture Regional Art Gallery invites visitors of all ages to explore Australia’s agricultural history through contemporary artworks by local, national and international artists. Inspired by the legacy of Dr Joseph Bancroft and early agricultural practices, the exhibition encourages families to reflect on how the land’s past […]
Olafur Eliasson: Presence, Riverbed at QAGOMA
Brisbane families might remember this extraordinary piece of artwork and we are so excited to say that ‘Olafur Eliasson: Presence is returning to QAGOMA! Experience Olafur Eliasson’s Riverbed at GOMA, an immersive installation where a flowing stream winds through a landscape of water-rounded volcanic stones. Inspired by Iceland’s dramatic terrain, this large-scale artwork invites visitors […]
Now You See Me Live
Now You See Me Live The stage illusion spectacular! Inspired by Lionsgate’s worldwide blockbuster film franchise, Now You See Me Live is a stage illusion spectacular taking over QPAC this summer with an explosive mix of high-tech illusions, solo stunts and jaw-dropping spectacles. Four world-class illusionists – Adam Trent (USA), Pablo Cánovas (ESP), Andrew Basso […]
Puppet-making workshop by Dead Puppet Society
Visit Queensland Museum Kurilpa these summer school holidays and create stories out of shadows with a crocodile puppet-making workshop by Dead Puppet Society! This hands-on workshop will teach your child how to build their own crocodile shadow puppet, learning about the art of puppetry and discovering the magic of storytelling. They will enjoy playing with […]
Flipside Circus School Holiday Workshops & FREE Drop-in Sessions
Roll Up! Roll Up! Join the circus workshops and have fun, test yourself, and learn a lot of new skills. Whether it’s tackling the trapeze or harnessing the hula-hoop, Flipside Circus’ workshops make school holidays even more fun. No matter what your child’s skill level is, Flipside Circus trainers will help them learn new circus […]
360 ALLSTARS – Supercharged Urban Circus!
BMX, basketball, breaking, acrobatics, drumming and more — the international smash hit 360 ALLSTARS is on its way to RPAC! This phenomenal physical performance celebrates all forms of rotation, connecting the street with the elite to create a high-energy urban circus. Featuring a world-class lineup of World Champion and World Record–holding artists and athletes, 360 […]
Teen art club at Capalaba Library
Teen creatives are welcome to join us two afternoons a month at Capalaba Library in a safe and inclusive space where we explore a variety of art activities, like portrait sketches, still life drawing, abstract painting, digital art, watercolour painting, collaborative art projects… just to name a few! All supplies provided and no artistic experience […]
Sensory Friendly Sessions: Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends
Sensory Friendly Sessions: Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends We’re turning the sound down and reducing visitor numbers in the Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition to create a calmer, more relaxed museum experience at Queensland Museum Kurilpa. These quieter hours are designed to welcome guests on the autism spectrum, and anyone who would […]
Monday, January 12, 2026
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Friday, January 16, 2026
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Saturday, January 17, 2026
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Sunday, January 18, 2026
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