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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Wonderstruck at QAGOMA

QAGOMA Stanley Place, South Bank

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 […]

Brisbane Sculpture Festival

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2025 This July, the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens will come alive with creativity as the Brisbane Sculpture Festival returns, turning the gardens into an inspiring outdoor gallery […]

Australian Ballet School: NOW

Gardens Theatre, QUT Gardens Point 2 George Street, Brisbane

The Australian Ballet School proudly presents NOW—a bold and brilliant season featuring the rising stars shaping the future of dance. This dynamic program includes George Balanchine’s timeless Scotch Symphony, striking […]

Bayside Spring Festival

George Clayton Park Esplanade, Wynnum

Bayside Spring Festival Since 1953, the Bayside Spring Festival has been a cherished community tradition, bringing people together with colour, music, and celebration by the bay. The festival begins with […]

Laidley Spring Festival

Laidley CBD Patrick Street, Laidley

Laidley Spring Festival 2025  This spring, Laidley bursts to life with a vibrant celebration of community, creativity and country hospitality at the annual Laidley Spring Festival. From Friday through Sunday, […]

Latin Kids Fiesta

Gregory Park Milton, Brisbane

Latin Kids Fiesta The Latin Kids Fiesta is more than just a festival — it’s a vibrant multicultural celebration where families come together to share the richness of Latin American […]

Free

McDowall State School Spring Fair

McDowall State School 1018 Rode Rd, McDowall

McDowall State School Spring Fair – 50 Years of Learning! McDowall State School Spring Fair – Celebrating 50 Years of Learning! McDowall State School is marking an incredible 50 years […]

Free

Forest Lake Community Festival

Forest Lake Boulevard Forest Lake

Forest Lake Community Festival 2025 The Forest Lake Community Festival is set to return, bringing with it one of the suburb’s most exciting family-friendly events of the year. This free […]

Free

FLAME BBQ and Music Festival

Jimboomba Park South Street, Jimboomba

The big country day out returns to Jimboomba this September 13, serving up smoky barbecue, live country music and unlimited family fun.  Visitors can taste the best barbecue in the […]

REFOCUS Family Day

Caboolture Centenery Lakes 16 Springfellow Rd, Caboolture

REFOCUS Family Day – Protecting children is everybody’s business Families are invited to come together at Apex Park, Caboolture, for a vibrant day of culture, music and community spirit. This […]

Free

BBX2025 LEGO® Fan Expo

Exhibition Building, Brisbane Showgrounds Cnr Gregory Terrace and Costin Street, Brisbane

BBX2025 LEGO® Fan Expo Presented by BrisBricks®, BBX is a fun-filled LEGO® fan event showcasing jaw-dropping displays, interactive activities, and hands-on building zones for all ages. Visitors can explore an […]

Quandamooka Festival

QUAMPI Arts & Culture Centre 14- 18 Ballow Road, Dunwich

Quandamooka Festival 2026 Set against the island paradise backdrop of Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island), this multi-artform festival provides the special opportunity to experience the continuing culture of the Nughi, Nunukul, […]

Oz Comic-Con Brisbane

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Merivale St, South Brisbane

Oz Comic-Con Brisbane 2025 Dive into the incredible universe of Oz Comic-Con, where imagination comes to life and fans of all ages unite in their shared love of pop culture!  […]

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