Kids and Family Events in Brisbane | What’s on in South East Queensland

 

Find the best family-friendly events happening across 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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Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa

Queensland Museum Kurilpa Grey St & Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

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 […]

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums

Various Moreton Bay Galleries and Museums Qld

Imaginariums @ Moreton Bay Museums Explore intergenerational activities and immersive experiences that will ignite your imagination. Imaginariums are perfect for all ages. They offer hands-on fun and learning through creative […]

Olafur Eliasson: Presence, Riverbed at QAGOMA

QAGOMA Stanley Place, South Bank

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, […]

IAG Kids: LightPlay at Ipswich Art Gallery

Ipswich Art Gallery d'Arcy Doyle Place (between Brisbane and Limestone Streets), Ipswich

Ipswich Art Gallery is glowing with creativity this school term, with IAG Kids: LightPlay inviting little ones into a dazzling world where light becomes an element of discovery, imagination, and […]

The Premier’s Reading Challenge

Online Online, Online

The Premier's Reading Challenge 2026 The Premier's Reading Challenge champions reading with the goal of encouraging young Queenslanders to read for pleasure and learning, to improve literacy and give them […]

Hills Festival 2026

Various Venues in the Hills District Qld

The Hills Festival returns to the Hills District this May 2026, offering a month of exciting community events and family activities across Brisbane northern suburbs. From live performances to the […]

Free

Scenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026

Scenic Rim Multiple Venues, Scenic Rim

Explore the region’s best paddock-to-plate experiences during Scenic Rim Eat Local Month throughout June 2026. Just an hour from Brisbane, families can enjoy over 45 events including farm tours, animal […]

Mt Gravatt Markets

Mt Gravatt Showgrounds 1644 Logan Rd, Mt Gravatt

Mt Gravatt Markets The Mt Gravatt Markets is the place for the local community to come together every week, rain, hail or shine. With over 200 stalls, there’s something for […]

$2

Caloundra Street Fair

Bulcock Street Bulcock St, Caloundra

Caloundra Street Fair Fill your Sunday with fun, flair, and flavor at the Caloundra Street Fair! With over 120 unique stalls, the entire family can immerse themselves in some of […]

Free

Redcliffe Markets

Redcliffe Parade Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe

Redcliffe Markets Set alongside the picturesque Redcliffe Peninsula, the Redcliffe Markets are an iconic seaside marketplace filled with fresh farm-direct produce and meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, fresh-baked bread, gourmet […]

Ottaba Llamas Farm Day

Ottaba Llamas 6410 Brisbane Valley Hwy, Ottaba

Experience a unique family day out at the Ottaba Llamas Farm Day near Esk this May 2026. This weekend event invites Brisbane families and kids to meet friendly llamas, explore […]

Navy Open Day 2026

Port of Brisbane 12 Bishop Drive, Port of Brisbane

Celebrate Navy 125 at the Navy Open Day this May 2026 at the Port of Brisbane. This free, family-friendly event invites Brisbane kids and parents to explore Defence attractions, welcome […]

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